Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants opens first boutique luxury hotel in Budapest

16.07.2024 - 10:21 / traveldailynews.com / Vicky Karantzavelou

Kimpton Hotels & Resorts opens Kimpton BEM Budapest, transforming a 19th-century mansion into a luxury 127-room hotel, located near Budapest’s historic attractions and offering unique design elements and upscale dining options.

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, opens Kimpton BEM Budapest, heralded as ‘the city’s newest hotspot in Buda.’ Transformed from a historic 19th-century mansion to a sophisticated 127-room enclave, this boutique hotel welcomes guests with a front-row seat to Budapest’s celebrated historic and cultural landscape.

Kimpton BEM Budapest is nestled along the banks of the Danube River on the city’s picturesque Buda side near the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Castle District. Guests will enjoy unrivalled proximity to Budapest’s most sought-after attractions, including the Fisherman’s Bastion, Matthias Church, Chain Bridge and more, alongside a lively culinary scene. Renowned for their therapeutic benefits dating back to the 16th century, Budapest’s legendary Turkish baths sit nearby and serve as a tribute to the city’s art of leisure and commitment to wellness.

Kimpton BEM Budapest bears the signature of renowned Dutch designer Marcel Wanders, known internationally for his unconventional and imaginative design philosophy. The hotel’s design borrows from Budapest’s rich folklore and vibrant energy, melding whimsical accents with historical elements. Reception desks are shaped as upside-down eggs reflecting Wanders’ fondness of the shape, complemented by decorative books, collectibles, and treasures from around the globe intended to exude a welcoming atmosphere.

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Enchanting patterns throughout the hotel pay homage to unique Hungarian mythological creatures and native flora, such as illustrations of poppies and tulips. Spaces feature a serene palette of ‘cool’ colours contrasted with striking architectural textures and elements, such as a central glass atrium housing a Golden Stag, concaved ceilings, and lush greenery, transporting visitors to a fairy-tale-like realm. Its 127 elegantly appointed guest rooms, 11 of which are suites, featuring luxurious bedding and walk-in showers. Suites incorporate indulgent free-standing tubs and expansive balconies. For those seeking a truly over-the-top stay in Budapest, the Cosmos and Observatory Suites are available, with the opportunity to adjoin for 120-square-meters of space, complete with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a living room, dining room and accompanying kitchenette. The Observatory Suite notably boasts a connecting 82-square-meter private furnished rooftop terrace primed for stargazing and private gatherings.

Atilla AE Domby, General Manager, Kimpton BEM Budapest,