Danubius Hotel Arena in Budapest

This is my third time staying at this hotel.
The location is absolutely brilliant – right next to the tube, and the red line is super convenient for getting around. That’s always been a big plus and one of the main reasons I keep coming back.

However, there are a few issues that made this stay less comfortable.
The Wi-Fi was very unstable, which was quite inconvenient for someone like me who needs to work and is often in online meetings.
The gym and swimming pool had an overpowering smell of disinfectant, which made it quite unpleasant to use those facilities.

This time, I’m not sure if it was due to a competition or just bad luck, but I ended up on the same floor as a group tour. From around 5 or 6 in the morning, I could constantly hear doors opening and closing, which made it clear that the soundproofing isn’t great – the doors might be too thin. I stayed for four nights and barely got any proper sleep.

That said, the staff were lovely – very professional and friendly.
The breakfast was clean and fine, but exactly the same every day. So after a few days, I honestly didn’t feel like eating it anymore.

Overall, I’d still recommend this hotel, mainly for its excellent location and good service. But I do think it would make a huge difference if you could invest in thicker doors or better insulation to improve the noise situation.

The stay was really nice. I absolutely recommend. Clean and spacious rooms. Free gym and spa. Nice reception staff. Great location.
Downside was expensive breakfast 16€ per person which we didnt take and went to the supermarket instead. The parking cost 14€ per day which is not the best price
Wifi was a bit unstable

good option for travelling

The hotel is fabulous: the breakfast is delicious, the wellness and fitness area is great. The staff is super friendly, paying attention to the guests' needs and requests. The whole place is cosy, and it is worth returning to.

The breakfast is of high quality, offering a wide variety of food options that cater to different preferences.The hotel staff provided very good and prompt service throughout the stay.
While the hotel is located slightly outside the city center, it is conveniently situated directly on a metro line, with only 3–4 stops to the city center, which takes approximately 10–15 minutes. Regarding airport access: for those traveling light (e.g., with a trolley suitcase), public transportation is a convenient option, with a direct bus to the city center and then metro, total travel time around 50 minutes. For those with heavier luggage, it is recommended to use a taxi for comfort and convenience.
The hotel is also next to a large shopping mall and several supermarkets and casual dining options, although higher-quality restaurants are found in the city center.
The hotel rooms are adequate and acceptable, with generally fair cleanliness. The hotel offers a well-equipped fitness center with a wide variety of machines, allowing for a full-body workout. Additionally, the hotel has a pleasant swimming pool and a very professional and well-heated sauna, which enhances the overall wellness experience.
The presence of water dispensers both in the gym and near the sauna is highly appreciated and essential for guest safety, helping to prevent dehydration.

I don't really understand some of these negative reviews here. I've had a beautiful stay. It was first experience for me with this hotel and our room was clean, beds were very comfy. Girl at the reception was very nice to me when I did a check-in. And we appreciated swimming pool for hotel guests. Plus metro is like 100 m from the hotel. Will definitely come back next time I'm in Budapest.

We liked our stay at the hotel on all levels. The affordable price for a bed and breakfast, which is extremely diverse, everyone will find something for themselves. The room is large enough for two people and the special feature of the 4th floor is that the room also has a balcony. On the left you can see the Arena where we went to the Cyndi Lauper concert. Behind the hotel is a football stadium. Given the proximity of the metro, the entrance is immediately as soon as you leave the hotel, which makes this hotel special. You may not be in the city center, but with the metro you are there in less than 5 minutes. There is a garage under the hotel, which does not belong to the hotel, but anyone can park. We were parked for 4 days and I only remember that the amount we had to pay was ridiculous, so very affordable and safe parking. The bed is comfortable, as are the pillows, the rooms are tidy, there are more than enough towels in the bathroom. The price of accommodation includes the use of the swimming pool that is part of the hotel. The staff is friendly and ready to help at any time. There is also a Spar near the hotel if you need a drink or food, while the largest shopping center in Budapest is about a kilometer and a half away, in my opinion. We went home satisfied, simply getting on the highway to Croatia, with the desire to return as soon as possible, because it's not enough to see the beauty of Budapest just once in your lifetime.

Nothing to complain about the hotel. Perfect from reception to doorman. Most importantly, breakfast was superp

Staff is nice, location is quiet convenient, the room is quite small but still good

Not very responsive to emails. Walking distance to train station and city centre .