Reviews of Danubius Hotel Helia's guests

Good: Its a great facility, with many options for relaxation. Also not too far from the center, although a bit of distance. Bad: Most was ok. I didn’t like the buffet so much, but this is maybe more due to personal taste. Some staff could also try to be nicer, otherwise all was good

Good: clean rooms and spa area, very great staff and nice people all around

Good: Lovely hotel with helpful staffs and amazing food. The buffet spread was simply amazing and super tasty. The property is well connected to the city center by trams and bus stops. Not far by walking too. Overall we had an amazing experience. Bad: The only thing I wasn’t happy about was the housekeeping. Could have been better. They did not replenish the creams and towels frequently.

Good: Breakfast was good. But why do they take food just before 10am. Allow at least 10min grace. Bad: Breakfast taken out before 10am. Shower gel on check in was empty and requested to refill but never refilled.

Good: Wow the view especially when the sunset on the balcony The spa rooms we had sauna every day and sunbathing on the roof The food was amazing everything you could think of Cleaners came everyday Tea coffee and bottled water in the room every day Bad: Having to go home after 4 days we didn't want to leave that view from are balcony was stunning

Good: Perfect!

Good: Pools Staff Bad: Place Clean

We are here for the Szegit festival and they still have pretty affordable prices and the room is beyond expectations, new and clean. Only check out time 11:00 not as normal 12:00 and impossible to late check out

We spent three nights at the Danubius Hotel Helia, and I can say that it is the best hotel that I have ever been in. Since we were a family of four, they gave us a superb apartment which apart from the wonderful view of the Danube River, it included two 46" TVs, a walk in wardrobe, gym facilities, and sauna along with a most convenient kitchenette, and all was modern and state of the art. We had a most spacious bathroom and the room also included an ensuite. The breakfast was very abundant and filling, and the Buffet in the evening was also very abundant and delicious. The staff was very friendly and ready to help us. i need to mention also the fabulous spa pools and ancillary facilities which were also great. There was nothing I can say that went wrong in this stay. Well done Danubius Hotel Helia. Would not hesitate to book at your hotel again.

Good: Parking, position of the hotel ( by the Danube river, 30 min.walk to the Parliament). The receptionists were welcoming and helpful. The three pools,a large lobby area. Great breakfast choices. Bad: Nothing to be noted.

Good: The food was lovely (good breakfast buffet and the bar menu was fantastic - I recommend the Club Sandwich)! Staff are very friendly and always willing to help you in anyway that will make your stay more comfortable! The hotel is really well located, right beside the Danube River with a view of Margaret Island. The streets around the hotel are quiet, clean and tree-lined, so the 10 minute walk into the busy area of the city is really pleasant. There is also a grocery store right across the street! The room was fabulous - balcony had an amazing view, the bed was comfortable, the shower was huge with good water pressure and the decor is really nicely done. Housekeeping services are great, everyday our bed was made and we were provided with fresh towels. The spa facilities are lovely - there are 4 pools to choose from, a sun deck on the roof, a 2-story gym, various treatment rooms where you can get massages (you must book at the spa reception for the wellness treatments). Bathrobes and slippers are provided in your room for use at the spa. An amazing way to unwind after a long day of exploring the streets of Budapest! I had an amazing experience as a guest at the Danubius Hotel Helia, and I stayed for a week. Thank you, and I can’t wait to return! My trip to Budapest was one of the best trips I have been on, and the Danubius Hotel Helia played a huge part in this! Bad: I have no negative comments, I truly had a great stay!

Bad: Financial procedures are extremely strict even if I've fulfilled all payments as they asked for! Nothing can be done, all blames goes for the electronic system.

Good: Great breakfast loved the fresh honey frame Bad: Omelette wait was so long, not from queues but it was so slow to make one omelette??

Good: Stayed here last year too, really nice and clean, good facilities, lovely breakfast. Really good spot to get around

Good: Huge breakfast selection of good quality. Not too far from city center. Big paid parking in front of the hotel. Quiet and clean room. Bad: Bathroom was a bit small

Good: The location is very nice, The room was clean and well equiped, The breakfast was good and The staff very nice Bad: At the breakfast we found loaves of bread that were frozen in The middle. We had a very noisy stay because of a window that couldn't be closed properly. We informed The staff twice but unfortunately nobody did anything about it and as a result, we couldn't rest properly. The parking at the property is very expensive from my Point of view, especially since you have no other parking options in the area

Good: Everything was perfect, especially the breakfast was amazing to many choice, staff very friendly spa and swimming pool facilities are great. Thank you

Good: Nice personel

Outstanding 4 Star hotel. Last time we stayed at the N.Y Palace but I prefer this one for the following reasons - the reception staff are outstanding (Peter, Matt, Daniel, Victoria) - very professional, helpful, and pleasant as are all the staff!🙏🏻 Located in a beautiful, quiet, and safe neighbourhood. On the Danube and a 35 min walk to Margaret Island. 5 min walk from the Metro - 4 stops and you are in the centre of Budapest. The hotel is modern & cheerfully decorated, spacious yet cozy. Room - fabulous and v. quiet. Spa - very relaxing. Also took an exercise class & yoga. Breakfast- plenty to choose from. Bar menu- very good. Try the season pea soup (delicious + dumplings!). Thank you for everything ❤️

Good: Wellness facilities, good breakfast, friendly and very accommodating staff. Bad: The hotel was not full but they didn't give us an upgrade.

Good: Outstanding 4 Star hotel. Last time we stayed at the N.Y Palace but I prefer this one for the following reasons - the reception staff are outstanding (Peter, Matt, Daniel, Victoria) - very professional, helpful, and pleasant as are all the staff!🙏🏻 Located in a beautiful, quiet, and safe neighbourhood. On the Danube and a 35 min walk to Margaret Island. 5 min walk from the Metro - 4 stops and you are in the centre of Budapest. The hotel is modern & cheerfully decorated, spacious yet cozy. Room - fabulous and v. quiet. Spa - very relaxing. Also took an exercise class & yoga. Breakfast- plenty to choose from. Bar menu- very good. Try the season pea soup (delicious + dumplings!). Thank you for everything ❤️

Good: Nice, clean, super friendly stuff Bad: Nothing

Good: Good staff Bad: None

Good: Very big hotel, mainly for groups. Pretty good breakfast buffet, nothing special. Heated indoor pool, also used for group classes.

Good: Clean and modern rooms

Good: Location

Good: It’s always a pleasure to return to Danubius Hotel Helia. The breakfast and dinner are consistently excellent, offering a great variety and high quality. The bistro is cozy and inviting, perfect for a quick bite or coffee break. The spa is amazing – clean, relaxing, and very well maintained. Highly recommend for both business and leisure stays.

Good: cleaning services, staff kindness, pools, breakfast that can apply to all dietary requirements

Best price quality in town. They have given me an upgrade and cake for my birthday! I had a very nice time. Breakfast was good enough for the price. Thank you team! Unforgettable time!

Good: Receptionsts were very kind and helpful, as a matter of fact, everybody were very nice and helpful. Breakfast was really great, with lots of options, I love it :-). I like very much Danubios people :-)

Good: Swimming pool, nice room. Breakfast was also ok Bad: Price for 2 people in one room could be lower

Good: I am a very fussy person, but have nothing to say about the Helia hotel. Very, very nice place Bad: I have no dislikes

Good: Food was great, facilities we're great as was the room. The hotel was in a good location so all in all couldn't have been better for me Bad: Parking system was a bit awkward to use

Good: The views of the Danube were beautiful. The amenities and breakfast were top notch. Bad: It wasn’t close enough to the public transportation. It was an 8 minute walk to the metro.

Good: The hotel is very good – the location is convenient. There is a large supermarket nearby and public transport stops close to the hotel. The reception staff are wonderful and very helpful with any questions. Bad: I understand that towels and bed linen are changed every few days, but from Thursday to Sunday our room was not cleaned at all, which was very disappointing.

Good: We loved our holiday here—our balcony room was comfortable & very clean, the pool & spa services (Salt Cave & massage) amazing, the breakfast & meals in the Cafe were delicious. We found the Danubius staff to be very friendly , professional & accommodating. Was delighted hotel was pet friendly. The location was perfect—close to great sites & by Uber so much was just minutes away!

Good: Felt very premium Bad: A little bit of a distance from the city centre

Good: Everything was amazing from the service to the facilities.

Good: Right by the Danube River, beautiful to walk, Breakfast was amazing, fabulous choices. The pool and spa area a bit outdated but really lovely in the evenings to have a relaxing swim or sauna,

Good: Everything Bad: -

Good: Everything Bad: Nothing

Good: Buffet Staff! I just want to give a huge shoutout and heartfelt thank you to the canteen and buffet team at Danubius Hotel Budapest. Your dedication, warmth, and incredible food made our stay unforgettable. Every breakfast and dinner felt like a feast — not just because of the variety and quality of the food, but because of the care and attention you clearly put into every detail. Everything was so delicious that even when we said we’d “just have a coffee,” we always ended up eating more because we simply couldn’t resist! From the fresh ingredients to the comforting local dishes and the beautifully presented buffets, everything was top-notch. The atmosphere was always welcoming, and the staff were consistently kind, smiling, and attentive. It really added to the joy of our trip. Thank you for your hard work and for starting and ending our days with such wonderful meals. You're a huge part of what makes this hotel so special. Keep doing what you do — it truly makes a difference!

We had a great stay at Danubius Hotel Helia. The breakfast and meals were excellent — lots of variety and everything was delicious. The atmosphere of the hotel is really nice, very pleasant and relaxing. The rooms are spotless, modern, and newly designed, which we really appreciated. The view of the Danube River from the room was beautiful! On the downside, the balcony wasn’t as clean as we expected, as it was covered with spider webs. The staff were very friendly and welcoming, and it was a big plus that even though we arrived early, they allowed us to leave our luggage and use the hotel’s common areas while waiting for check-in. Overall, a great experience!

Good: The breakfast was perfect, especially on Sunday—pleasant to enjoy a glass of Hungarian sparkling wine. The spa was a nice bonus after a hot day of walking. Very friendly staff, convenient location and affordable parking. Extra plus: locked parking for bicycles if you’re traveling with one.👍

This is a mass market hotel, mainly used by tour groups and airline staff etc. There are 4 pools (very crowded) and the water is hot (38 degrees) and spa with medical services and therapy, river view. We booked the junior suite, and the bed was wonderful and very comfortable (hard matress). Breakfast was extremely crowded, most foods catered for, as expected for a 4 star hotel. Checkout is 11 am. Please bear this in mind, as some hotels have late checkout, but not this one. We were chased from the room with phone calls, knocks on the door, etc. You can open the windows. This is important to mention, as it is nolonger standard in some modern hotels.

Good: Very clean and good location. Room and bathroom was good size and immaculate. Bad: Air con working though I would have rather had it colder as outside between 30/36 degrees daytime. Dinner was not to my liking, meat was dried up and too salty, though breakfast is superb though you pay for coffee, very strange in a 4 star hotel.

Good: It was close to the city centre and we got good food and services Bad: n/a

Good: Comfy bed. 4 pools. Great treatment options and price Bad: 2 chefs on the omelette station clearly had a problem with black people. The pool area and outside hotel could do with fresh coat of paint

Bad: Bathroom cosmetic mirror was dimounted.

Good: Everything you need, very good breakfasts helpful staff Bad: Air conditioning was bot working

Good: We had a fantastic stay. Absolutely recommended 👌

Good: The spa center (pools + sauna) is lovely and clean, nice and helpful staff, fresh&delicious breakfast with lots of options, clean room, quiet area, well-connected to the city center, very comfortable bed, great value for money! Bad: Not enough toiletries (toothbrush/paste, body lotion), coffee/tea refills in the room, no Netflix app, lots of kids/families in the hotel - it can be loud.

Good: Renovation price, breakfast

Great value for a great price!!! Everything was amazing. The food, the rooms, the service! Keep it up guys!!!!❤️❤️❤️

Good: Excelente hotel, lovely place to stay, and excellent food. Very clean, mazing customer service Bad: Everything

Good: Welcoming hotel with excellent facilities including a spa with 3 separate swimming pools, sauna, treatment rooms, beauty salon etc. Decent rooms, clean, handy enough to metro stn. Decent breakfast. Bad: This hotel would have had a higher score but for the overly soft bed and pillows that offered no support whatsoever.

Good: Pools and spa was very good. Breakfast had a lot of variety and was delicious. Bad: We had an early flight. We asked for an early check-in but they said they haven’t got any ready room. We came back 1 hour before the regular check-in time. They said the same thing but they offered me early check-in with some amount of money with an email. So actually they had a ready room.

A Relaxing Stay with Everything You Need 🌟 We had a wonderful stay at Danubius Hotel in Budapest! This hotel truly offers everything you could want for a relaxing getaway — from the beautiful spa area to the comfortable and stylish rooms. The spa and wellness facilities are a highlight: a great mix of indoor and outdoor pools, several types of saunas, and plenty of massage and therapy options. Everything is clean, relaxing, and well organized. The only odd part was that the saunas were separated by gender, which felt a bit limiting — a mixed sauna would be a welcome addition. Our room was perfect — spacious, elegant, and very tastefully decorated. A small suggestion: it would be helpful to add trash bags to the bins, and in our case, the ventilation system wasn't working, which caused an unpleasant smell. Breakfast was overall very good and tasty, with a wide variety to choose from. Just one small thing — the omelet station can be quite slow, so a bit more speed there would make mornings smoother. Also, the coffee from the machines wasn’t great — we wouldn’t recommend it. The location is about 25 minutes walking till the turistic area but is a nice walk near Danube with great views. I prefer this one eaven if before we stayed in the center. Despite a few small details, this hotel is a fantastic choice, especially for those looking to unwind. The pools, spa, and overall atmosphere make it a top pick in Budapest. We’ll definitely return!

Good: Amazing bed Lovely hotel Superb breakfast

Good: All staff very friendly especially the front desk Bad: Toiletry

Good: New hotel. Comfort and serwis. Bad: Cold water, very sorry but at night and in the morning not availble hot water in the bathroom.

Good: The inside interio was so beautiful, freshly renovated, the sauna . The pool area is exactly as it is on the pictures Bad: The disinfection containers we empty and not working

Good: Location and cleanliness

Good: Very clean property. The salt cave and multiple indoor pools were amazing! Breakfast was exceptional! Quiet location just outside of the city center but easily accessible transit to anywhere. Felt very safe and the price can’t be beat; nearly 1/3 of the cost as staying in downtown. There’s a grocery store and convenience store across the street. Bad: Bathrooms are quite small and air conditioning didn’t work the best.

Good: Everything is nice. Top stuff

Good: Nice refurbished room with a great river view. Staff members are very kind and helpful. Bad: Swimming pools are in need of a full makeover. The whole pool area is very outdated, looks like something from the 70's.

Good: Breakfast Bad: The staff was inattentive and did not know the status of the accounts for each room, which generated confusion and improper charges.

Good: Hotel is situated close to the Hungarian Parliament (good location to be honest). The parking space has many places to park your vehicle. Breakfast has a lot of options Bad: Maybe a you should have some beverages in the minibar. The parking costs 12Eur/day. I see that it is very comon in Hungary to pay extra for parking. I personally don't like this practice.

Good: Room was clean and comfortable, breakfast was amazing. Bad: Location on the riverside.

Good: Very good facilities, good location with public transport, very nice breakfast Bad: Nothing

Good: A wonderful hotel with wholehearted service, a professional team that provides personal attention that makes you feel at home, a personal thank you to Mayer Máté who was there for everything we needed will be back in the future. Thank you very much

Good: Facilities Bad: Same breakfast everyday.

Good: We have stayed at Danubius Hotel Helia on several occasions, and this year was no exception. Recently renovated rooms, magnificent view of the Danube River and Margit Island, courteous and professional staff, excellent breakfast selection, and well-maintained spa area featuring pools and jacuzzis — all of this creates hotel's cozy and unique atmosphere. Without a doubt, we will choose Danubius Hotel Helia again for our next visit to Budapest. Bad: The only minor inconvenience during this stay was the design of the shower cabin — despite our best efforts, water would still leak onto the bathroom floor.

Good: It was all very clean rooms over looking the river were all done up. It was very comfortable and clean. The spa was very nice all pools were inside though. The breakfast was sufficient aswell. Bad: We felt we were out a little from everything . No entertainment in the hotel

Good: Renovated hotel, very helpful staff. It’s a pleasure to stay here. Bad: All

Good: Liked the spa Nice hotel location was average Bad: Air con in room was not good

Good: Convenient and quiet location. Comfortable room. Excellent breakfast.

Good: The hotel is very good in terms of what you get for the money. Clean, even though i moved the bed and it was not clean underneath. But the sheets and everything else was good. The breakfast was very good with gluten free options as well and also traditional food. We also had dinner there and it was also very nice. Bad: The location is not great compared to the city center. Also when we went to the pool and wanted to but some slippers because it was mentioned that it’s mandatory (but all the people had the hotel room slippers), they couldn’t add the expense to the room which was an inconvenience for me as I didn t had my card or phone with me. And the most upsetting part was that I couldn’t pay them after, I had to go back to the room and get the card, pay the 4 euro for the slippers that no one else was wearing.

Hotel staff are so helpful , The hotel perfect for families and is in very good location at the side of the Danube river with perfect sight for Marguerite island ,Buda heights from other side of Danube river and our room have a Buda castle ( not so close but we can see it easily ) walking distance for supermarket , bus station and few handed meters to the underground.it was a great stay and definitely will be my place every time I visited Budapest.

Good: Everything was awesome! Spa zone has three different swimming pools with different temperature and sauna in each changing room. Lovely territory, close to the river where you can have a good walk with your dog.

Good: Comfortable beds. Lovely river view. Sensational breakfast. Staff were excellent and pool/steam room access is a highlight. Bad: Needed a space to hang wet bathing suit. The bathroom didn’t accommodate that which is tough for a hotel with a pool.

Good: big clean room that faces the Danube with a little balcony. came to the hotel also for the spa. good combination of spa and breakfast, and they have the useful bar. Tip: for cakes, go to "Trombitás cukrászda" just opposite the hotel, and take the salted cheese muffins. and also the cakes... the prima supermarket in just there on the way. breakfast was good, you will not stay hungry. Bad: the jacuzzi in the pools (air bubbles) shuts down automatically for 10 min. after 10 min. working. so you have to catch a place... there are 2 hot water pools - but only one has the bubbles. far from the city, you have to take a taxi if you wish to avoid public transport.

Good: The location was great, and bolt taxi service was awesome and very affordable to use. Cleanliness was outstanding. The breakfast was magnificent. The spar was nice and relaxing with a proper man's sauna (very hot 🔥), and most of all, the staff were wonderful. Very welcoming, friendly, and helpful. This was our first visit to hungary, and we felt very welcome from arriving at the airport to the hotel. Lovely people. We will definitely return ❤️ Bad: Nothing. Everything was great and the staff were amazing.

Great spot

Good: Outstanding hotel and facilities. Staff so friendly and could not do enough to help my daughter and I have a wonderful stay. Even gifting a traditional cake for her Birthday. We thoroughly enjoyed excellent spa and pools too Bad: Nothing

Good: Nice and clean place. Staff available as well. Well connected. Breakfast OK. Free access to the SPA. Bad: Nothing specific to report. Mabe the setup of the bathroom wasn't ideal but these are small details overall.

Good: Excellent selection available for breakfast. Selection of food for lunch was also good with very tasty food, particularly, soups and salads. Gym, sauna and pool on site were also a real bonus. Great start to day before breakfast. Wife and I are 67 plus. We found out we could get free public transport which was a great bonus. Bus 15 around corner, city centre in 20 mins. What's not to like? Bad: Nothing to report!

Good: All the facilities are incredible, and the decoration is stunning, you can see that everything is throughly thought and taken care of. Breakfast is great, even when the restaurant is crowded. The spa is excellent. Bad: The pools could be very noisy, and the silent hours were not respected.

Good: All Bad: No

Good: Good location Clean room Friendly staff

Good: I enjoyed everything except the quality of the cleaning. Bad: In our room, there were cobwebs and a buildup of dust in the corners. The cleaning does not appear to have been done properly, which is unfortunate, as the establishment itself is truly excellent. Sadly, the cleanliness does not match the high standard of the place.

Good: Everything

Lovely hotel, excellent staff, very good location about 15 mins walk from the busy bit. The pool was really nice and a good size. Breakfast was a buffet and plentiful. Bar area was very pleasant. There are bus stops nearby for use of public transport. Top tip, buy a travel card (we got a 3 day one, £10 per person), unlimited travel on buses, trams and underground, all which are clean and frequent. Would definitely stay here again. 100% recommended.

Good: Nice room with nice view on Danube. Very comfortable bed and was near to the location where I had a conference. Very practical hotel that I will probably be using again in the future for my coming meetings and conferences. Bad: Something that I find strange in a lot of hotels is that showers are not equipped with thermostatic taps: set the temperature and you get no nasty surprises. How come so few hotels install this?? A bit far from city centre so pretty dead neighbourhoud in the evening (but maybe that's a good thing when coming for work ;-) )

Good: Everything was good. Reception staff are very polite and helpful. The spa was good after a long day trip. Breakfast with plenty of choice Recommend to everyone Bad: Nothing

Good: Breakfast was so good. Lots of delicious options. The hotel is very well maintained as well. Bad: Nothing.

Good: very clean, very modern and new Bad: we were supposed to be on the upper floor, but there were rennovations so they put us on the 1st floor and the view was less beautiful

Well kept, staff was friendly and helpful, room was clean and was able to accommodate our family of 4 adequately. It was close to everything and literal walking distance from the Danube river close to all the boats. Breakfast was also delicious stayed 4 nights and it was great each time.

Good: I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The staff were incredibly helpful and provided top-notch service throughout my visit. The breakfast was delicious and offered a wide variety of options, including a dedicated gluten-free section, which I really appreciated. Everything was clean and well-maintained, and the view overlooking Margaret Island was absolutely beautiful. Highly recommended!

Good: I like the ambiance of the hotel. The staff are very kind. Breakfast and lunch are great. We are always full 😆. The room has a positive vibe.