Carlton-style programme management: memorable and lasting experiences in Budapest
We organise the best Budapest activities for our guests - in the hotel, in the area and further afield!
Carlton-style programme management: memorable Budapest experiences
We organise the best Budapest activities for our guests - in the hotel, in the area and further afield! Our staff will provide you with personalised recommendations and tailor-made advice to help you have a memorable experience.
Carlton-style programme management
Traveller's Dreams
Our Traveller's Dream unique tourist package provides our guests with all the practical tools they need to explore the city and make their stay in Budapest easier.
Our Tourist Friendly service
We offer more than your average hotel reception
As a guest of the Carlton Hotel Buda Castle****, you're not just booking accommodation, you're also choosing the most magical experiences in Budapest. Experiences can vary depending on the time you have available, the pace at which you want to explore the city or the company you are travelling with.
That's why we created the Carlton's programme management concept and our Tourist Friendly service, where key word: attention.
We tailor our suggestions to each guest based on their personal needs - so you can truly have your own experience, not follow in someone else's footsteps.
- provide personalised recommendations based on your interests,
- book dates to popular places such as spas, museums, boat trips,
- practical help with public transport, timetables and opening hours,
- provide unique, one-of-a-kind bucket-list experiences at restaurants in the area that are part of the Eventrend Group,
- special events such as concerts, exhibitions, local fairs, etc,
- recommend souvenir shops, places to buy quality gifts,
- provide all their proposals with a map, a description and, if necessary, a QR code.
Activities in the hotel
Bárestek - "Champagne Evenings in Buda"
- Duration: approx. 1 hour
- Date: weekly thematic offers - a different surprise every time
- Participation fee: free drink voucher when booking directly on our website
- Reservation: at the reception or in advance by e-mail
- We recommend: for couples, groups of friends, wine lovers.
The Carlton bar is part of the evening relaxation
Our hotel's cosy bar is open every evening between 16-23. We offer local wines, quality short drinks, cocktails and special non-alcoholic drinks. The discreet atmosphere of the bar is the perfect place to sit down after a long day and reflect on your experiences - or plan new ones.
- No booking obligation
- Quiet environment, lounge music
- Friendly service
- TouchGameTable game tables
- We recommend: for all guests - alone, alone or in company
Activities in the immediate vicinity of the hotel
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Buda Castle District walks:
Time travel at a modern pace
- Step by step route
- Historical background
- Interesting perspectives, photo points
- Cafeteria, restroom, lounge suggestions too
- We recommend: for guests with historical interests, first-time visitors to Budapest
Sunset at the Fisherman's Bastion:
Just a single moment, yet an eternal memory
- Access route and interesting attractions nearby
- Recommended time and place for photos
- Nearby café, restaurant
- Dinner reservations at the Eventrend Group's restaurant at the heart of Buda Castle
- We recommend: for romantic couples, guests who like to take photos
Castle Garden Bazaar:
Culture and Danube-front atmosphere in one place
- Design shop, gallery, concert venue
- Craft markets (weekends)
- Panoramic café over the Danube
- Programme guide and opening hours available from reception
- We recommend: for guests with cultural interests, shopping lovers.
Buda Castle District walks:
time travel at a modern pace
- Step by step route
- Historical background
- Interesting perspectives, photo points
- Cafeteria, restroom, lounge suggestions too
- We recommend: for guests with historical interests, first-time visitors to Budapest
Programmes across the city
Electric scooters & bikes & sightseeing buses: discover Budapest
Hire an electric scooter or bike at reception and explore the city freely - quickly and in an environmentally friendly way. Nearby is a stop for the sightseeing bus service, with audio guides in 16 languages on all buses.
- Carlton guests with a discount
- With maps, stop suggestions at attractions
- Cycling route guides where you can cycle safely on two wheels
- Sightseeing bus ticket reservation
- We recommend: for explorative, dynamic guests
Bathing culture: a gift for body and soul in Budapest
The Széchenyi Baths or Rudas can be reached by taxi, public transport or sightseeing bus. Széchenyi Spa is one of the largest spa complexes in Europe, with 21 pools. You can buy tickets at our reception.
- Optional: spa, wellness, panoramic experience
- Suggested programme for Budapest attractions in the area
- Restaurant suggestions nearby, restaurants belonging to Eventrend Group
- Information on current cultural programmes
- We recommend: for older guests, couples, people seeking tranquillity
Special gastronomic experiences at Eventrend Group restaurants
The rebuilt heritage of the Palace of Buda Castle: the Főőrség Restaurant and Café
In the building of the Hungarian Royal Guard, with a diverse gastronomic offer of the Carpathian Basin region.
Fall in love with beautifully lit Budapest on the Spoon
On the waves of the Danube, opposite Buda Castle, on the Pest side of the Chain Bridge, with a 360-degree panorama.
A century-end atmosphere, where even time can rest: the City Park Café
Next to Heroes' Square, on the banks of the Városligeti boating lake, overlooking the romantic Vajdahunyad Castle.
The iconic restaurant of Hungarian gastronomy: the Gundel
Near the Széchenyi Spa, next to the Zoo, in the heart of the City Park, with 130 years of tradition.
Budapest's most famous square: Chef Asztala Deli - Café - Bakery
On Kossuth Square, next to the Hungarian Parliament, Parliament House, with the most popular bistro dishes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it necessary to book programmes in advance?
The most popular programmes are yes, mainly for bathing, dinner and cruises. Our reception will help you to make an appointment.
Can you order the tickets for me?
Yes, we will be happy to book the programme of your choice and prepare the tickets or vouchers.
Do they speak a foreign language at reception?
Yes, our colleagues also speak English and German.
Are there any family-friendly programmes on offer?
What attractions are there to see in the area?
Buda Castle Palace, the Fisherman's Bastion, Matthias Church, Chain Bridge, Gellért Hill, Citadel and many other attractions are nearby.
Can you recommend local activities or walks?
Are there any recommended restaurants nearby?
Is it possible to rent an electric scooter or bicycle?
Yes, there is such a service in Budapest. Our staff will help you to find the equipment you need.
Don't just choose a room. Experiences too.
If you've already booked your room, contact us at info@carltonhotel.hu and we'll help you personalise your programme! Contact us 48 hours before your arrival to make a personalised arrangement.
