On your visit to Budapest, you will probably visit and admire historic Buda Castle, which is situated high up above the Danube with spectacular views of the city – it is in fact Budapest’s most visited location by tourists, and indeed, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
This site includes the Royal Palace, the historic Old Town and the Castle Hill boasting many attractions such as the Presidential Palace. Within easy walking distance are the Fisherman’s Bastion, Matthias Church, Holy Trinity Square, the Museum of Military History and the National Archives of Hungary. Throughout the area there are numerous shops, cafes, and entertainment venues – and one most-amazing hotel!
The St. George Residence Hotel is the first luxury apartment hotel in Budapest and it holds the title of its oldest hotel. A 14th century building houses the hotel, which in the 18th century functioned as an Inn and was the most famous place for an overnight and entertainment in the Buda Castle District.
It is basically a collection of 26 luxury apartments turned into hotel suites in 700-year old building and 200-year old hotel!
As you can imagine, this is no ordinary hotel!
And these are not ordinary rooms – and I severely doubt any hotel in Budapest can come close to offering such a priceless and once-in-a-lifetime experience!!!
You will be living in history, in appointed suites with all modern amenities, but representing the sophistication and decor of an age long gone, and irreplaceable, except at the St George Residence.
For instance, this is your dining room, within your suite.
On the basis of written documents dating from 1311 the contemporary building of the St. George Residence Hotel features a complete reconstruction of a baroque corner house built on medieval foundations. From 1784 to 1868 the building was used as an Inn by name of Fortuna, the Goddess of Good Fortune.
I actually think she was in my suite…
The spacious suites are comprised of a living room, bedroom, bathroom (some of them with jacuzzi) and an equipped kitchenette. They are luxuriously furnished with Empire or Chippendale furniture appropriate for the needs of all ages. The suites are available in 4 categories (bronze, silver, gold, diamond) and due to the historic nature of the building they are different even within the same category, which is why each of them has its unique atmosphere.
Bronze Suites
Size: 40-45 m² With view to the courtyard, twin bedded. Convenient for accommodation of 2 adults.
Suite amenities: air conditioning, soundproof windows, bathroom with shower cabin or bathtub, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, satellite TV, minibar, laptop size safe, telephone, room service, complimentary WiFi, kitchenette equipped with a kettle, microwave, small electric stove, coffee and tea in the room, study corner, hygiene and cosmetic set.
Silver Suites
Size: 45-55 m² With view to the street or to the courtyard, twin bedded or double bedded. Convenient for accommodation of 2 adults and 1 child. An extra bed can be placed. Suite amenities: air conditioning, soundproof windows, bathroom with bathtub, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, satellite TV, minibar, laptop size safe, telephone, room service, complimentary WiFi, kitchenette equipped with a kettle, microwave, small electric stove, coffee and tea in the room, study corner, hygiene and cosmetic set.
Gold Suites
Size: 55-70 m² With view to the street or to the courtyard, twin bedded or double bedded. Convenient for accommodation of 2 adults and 2 children. An extra bed can be placed.
Suite amenities: air conditioning, soundproof windows, bathroom with bathtub (some of them with Jacuzzi), bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, satellite TV, minibar, laptop size safe, telephone, room service, complimentary WiFi, kitchenette equipped with a kettle, microwave, small electric stove, coffee and tea in the room, study corner, hygiene and cosmetic set.
Diamond Suites
Size: 70-100 m² With view to the street or to the courtyard, twin bedded or double bedded. Convenient for accommodation of 2 adults and 2 children or for 3 adults. An extra bed can be placed.
Suite amenities: air conditioning, soundproof windows, bathroom with bathtub (some of them with a shower cabin or with a Jacuzzi as well), bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, satellite TV, minibar, laptop size safe, telephone, room service, complimentary WiFi, kitchenette equipped with a kettle, microwave, small electric stove, coffee and tea in the room, study corner, hygiene and cosmetic set.
Even amongst the fantastic atmosphere of the St George hotel and its suites, it is the details that jump out and catch your attention – for an unforgettable experience, perhaps even fairly defined as time-travel, the St George is THE hotel to book when in Budapest.
If not for the luxury suites, then for the details of the ornate beauty of the room furnishings.
St George Residence Hotel is easily found in the Castle District.