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7.8

2,114 reviews

Absolut City Hostel Budapest

Absolut City Hostel Budapest

Károly körút 13. , Budapest, 1075, Hungary

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Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Air conditioning

Private entrance

Non-smoking rooms

Absolut City Hostel Budapest

Welcome to Absolut City Hostel Budapest, your cozy home away from home in the heart of Hungary's vibrant capital! Located just 0.8mi from the bustling city center, this 2-star haven is perfect for adventurous travelers looking to explore the enchanting streets of Budapest without breaking the bank. With rooms starting at a wallet-friendly price of just €15, you can save your florins for those souvenir goulash pots and thermal bath passes!

At Absolut City Hostel, you’ll find all the essential comforts you need for a carefree stay. Enjoy our free WiFi while streaming your favorite shows (yes, Netflix included!) on your device after a day of sightseeing. You'll also appreciate the cool air provided by our free air conditioning! Don’t worry about those adventurous late nights—our private entrances and non-smoking rooms ensure that you'll have a peaceful retreat when you're ready to wind down. Plus, for those road-trippers out there, parking is available (though it does come with extra charges).

With over 2,114 reviews from happy guests, it’s clear that Absolut City Hostel is a hit! Whether you want to soak in the local culture or just relax in a friendly atmosphere, this hostel is your gateway to an unforgettable Budapest experience. So, pack your bags and get ready to dive into the incredible sights, sounds, and tastes that this beautiful city has to offer, all while enjoying a comfortable and lively stay.

At Absolut City Hostel, the fun doesn’t stop after a long day of adventures! Our vibrant common areas are the heart of the hostel, where you can meet fellow travelers, swap stories, and maybe even make a few lifelong friends. Get ready to kick back and relax on our cozy couches as you exchange travel tips over a delicious cup of locally roasted coffee. Are you feeling social? Join one of our movie nights or game nights for a chance to unwind and bond with your new pals. There’s never a dull moment here!

If you’re up for an adventure, make sure to take advantage of our exciting group activities. Explore the hidden gems of Budapest with guided tours or join impromptu outings to local ruins pubs—where you can experience the local nightlife in the most colorful way possible. The vibrant energy of the city is just outside your door, and after a whirlwind day, you’ll appreciate coming back to the friendly vibe of the hostel. Whether you're a solo traveler or part of a group, there's always something happening!

After all the excitement, you'll be glad to know that you can keep comfortable in our lively environment. With our handy laundry facilities, you can pack light while still ensuring you look fabulous while exploring the city—because who wants to miss those Instagram-worthy snaps? So, lace up those walking shoes, grab your camera, and prepare for an incredible stay at Absolut City Hostel Budapest, where comfort meets camaraderie and every moment is a new adventure waiting to unfold!

Closest airports

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport

10.2mi

Most popular amenities

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Air conditioning

Private entrance

Non-smoking rooms

Rooms

Guest reviews

7.8

2,114 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

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Featured reviews:

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Carlos

8.2

February 2023

great location and insanely cheap for a stay. it was clean and tidy and other guests were very respectful but obviously this can change. bed was comfortable and had curtains to offer extra privacy. clean toilets and sinks and good staff

the outside and inside (the 15 seconds you’re walking through it) of the building looks sketchy as hell but once you get into the actual hostel area it’s nice. not dangerous or anything just a little eerie. the outlets are super slow and can be an inconvenience if you need to charge phones quickly. charged iPhone for 2 hours and it charged 35%

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Noman

9.1

August 2024

Amazing Location just next to all Budapest has to offer. You will find everything at a 5 minute walk. Rooms are big and have small room air conditioners too. Toilet and showers are Super clean and the guy at reception was super friendly. I am sorry i forgot his name 😔. Best for value. 5 Euros for a towel if you need one. And they do accept Contactless payments. They also have a very nice clean Kitchen where you can cook and eat too. There are big lockers next to each bed. You will have to bring your own padlock or else you can buy from the hostel for 5 euros. My room had sofas as well which is rare in Hostels. Would definitely be coming again 🙂.

Everything was perfect

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Daniela-maria

9.1

October 2024

was near underground/bus/airport bus station/. Near tourist office. near the Budapest wheel, and easily you could go everywhere. Reps were nice and helpful.

the fact that was top bed. I do understand was occupied when I did arrived. (even if I did request down bed in my 1rst message). But would b nice if would be possible to switch it when is possible. Some people ask with a reason to be down and not up( could be medical reason,just saying. The rep from reception try to do it but she said the system does not let her. So she did try her best).In the bathroom the shower cabin floor should be replaced .

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John

10

November 2024

Location was perfect to our needs. First, it was only a couple hundred yards from where the 100E airport bus drops you off and on the same street. The tram is also located next to the bus stop so you have access to the tram, city buses and the 100E airport bus. After you get off of the 100E bus, make a right and backtrack until you spot the hostel sign. An easier sign to spot is the angel/devil sign from a eatery and the Thai restaurant. When you see there you are right next to the hostel. Use the code you were emailed to get in the front door and then take the elevator on the right to 1/2 (yes, half) floor stop. As you step out of the elevator the front door is on the right. Check in was super easy and fast. Te women staffing the front desk kind and helpful. The hostel is staffed only from 9AM until 9PM so I am unsure what happens if you arrive late. Short walk to the river and to the pedestrian shopping street. It wasn't the Ritz Carleton but you can see the Ritz from your room if you get the right room. So if you don't need the RItz for your Budapest stay, the WOW is a location that is hard to beat.

We had some difficulty with our reservation in that I opted to pay upon arrival. A few days later I received an email saying my reservation would be canceled if I did not pay at least 5 days ahead of arrival time. After much screwing around trying to pay for the reservation to include calling Hotel.com for assistance, I ended going to Booking.com and making a separate reservation (paid for at the time of the reservation) and then canceling the reservation on Hotels.com. I definitely was not flying 15 hours to arrive at a hotel that may or may not have a reservation for me. So I recommend just paying for your reservation when you make it to avoid a possible repeat of my issue.

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Martyna

8.2

December 2024

We had a friendly welcome from the female receptionist and the room turned out to be available a little before check-in time. Stayed in spacious,clean private room with big smart TV(so I can't comment on typical shared rooms/bathrooms). Despite I only used the kettle(stock in tea&coffee)and fridge which was very convenient, shared kitchen seemed pretty equipped for cooking. Perfect location in general,but especially for airport as the bus stop 100E is across the street. It was warm in the room and in the hall, an electric heater was working overnight.

-No shower gel -A bit noisy till late from outside (Friday night)

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Joshua

8.2

August 2024

The Kitchen area is well organized and meets many needs for what you could need when preparing a meal. The bathrooms are adequate. The staff is ready to help. I greatly enjoyed the hospitality I received here. The mix of this along with the common area/living room and kitchen area gives this hostel a nice home like feel to it. I’m appreciative that I had the opportunity to have a visit here.

The wifi within the room can be a bit spotty. It’s inconvenient having it go in and out…thankfully this was mostly within the room and not entirely throughout the rest of the floor at the hostel. Within one of the showers I wonder when was the last time the shower head was addressed. It could use a clean or changed entirely due to the spray of water being a bit out of place from how it should function.

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Ivan

8.2

October 2024

Very central location. Truly spacious dorm room, with enough "room" even for the stuff you don't plan to put in the locker. There is even a long couch. Kitchen area with basic utensils, and possibility to make yourself a tea or coffee, or heat / bake your dinner.

Extremely low-energy lightbulb in the kitchen (the only space where you could possibly sit by a table and work on your laptop). The hostel could use a bit of facelifting - electronic key touchpad on the door looks broken (even if it works). The buzzer on the main entrance was not heard when I first arrived, had to wait for the next person to enter the building, which luckily didn't take long. I slightly dislike when receptionists talk long and slow to communicate simple and straightforward things. Everything (even a simple "airport bus stops accross the street", or "you can use everything in the kitchen, just clean after yourself" felt here too extended). It might be just my personal taste, and that did not have an effect on my rating.

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Alev

8.2

September 2024

We stayed for one night, and for a short stay of one or two nights, this hostel was very successful and comfortable. We stayed in a room with a shared bathroom and toilet, and the room exceeded my expectations. It was quite spacious and very comfortable, suitable even for a longer stay. Since we only stayed one night, I didn’t get a chance to try the shower, but the toilet was clean every time I used it. The reception area had a large and comfortable seating area, and the kitchen was great too, with free coffee and tea. Overall, I was very satisfied. The location was also good.

While having just two toilets and two showers for the whole floor might be insufficient for sharing, it didn’t impact my stay as I didn’t experience any issues, as mentioned before.

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John

10

April 2024

Location of the property is fantastic, smack bang in the centre with tram, bus and metro stops right outside and everything you need all around, bars, cafes, restaurants, supermarkets, money exchange, Easy to get to from the airport, and walking distance to all the main tourist spots although public transport is also there if you need it, the longest we waited for any of these was 7 minutes, so super regular Staff are super friendly and very helpful and will help you with anything you need. Rooms were clean, beds are really comfy

The only downside, and it really is the only negative, the curtains aren’t blackout curtains so at night there lights from outside shine through the windows.

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Mohammad

8.2

December 2023

Very centrally located, just 5 mins walk from the Budapest Fashion Street, 15 mins walk from the river side where all the major attractions are located. Chose this hostel because of the stop of 100E bus to & fro Airport, which is just opposite of the hostel, in fact you can see from the kitchen when the bus arrives and then can go for it 🤣. Beds, toilets, showers are clean. Staff’re good.

Staff stayed only till 9pm at night, also didn’t provide any emergency number to contact in case. Could provide locks for lockers in room. The chip to unlock the hostel entrance door should be shown properly, cuz it’s a bit confusing to touch the specific point at night. As they didn’t give any emergency contact number, so wasted half an hour outside the entrance door to figure out where to touch the chip properly to unlock the door. Also, could be a bit less pricier like other good hostels in Budapest city centre I believe.

Points of Interest Around Absolut City Hostel Budapest

Attractions

Rumbach Street Synagogue (Rumbach Zsinagóga)

0.1mi

Gozsdu Courtyard (Gozsdu Udvar)

0.2mi

Váci Street (Váci Utca)

0.2mi

Kazinczy Street Synagogue

0.3mi

Vörösmarty Square (Vörösmarty Tér)

0.3mi

Danube Promenade

0.5mi

Hungarian Academy of Sciences

0.6mi

Budapest Liberty Square (Szabadság Tér)

0.6mi

Sándor Palace (Sándor Palota)

0.9mi

Budapest Pinball Museum

1.2mi

Museum of Military History (Hadtörténeti Múzeum)

1.5mi

Zwack Museum and Visitors' Centre

1.6mi

Museum of Fine Arts Budapest (Szépmuvészeti Múzeum)

1.6mi

Palvolgyi Caves (Pálvölgyi Barlang)

3.1mi

Zugfozde Palinka Museum (Zugfozde Pálinkamúzeum)

20.4mi

Amenities of Absolut City Hostel Budapest

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Air conditioning

Private entrance

Non-smoking rooms

Stay rules - Absolut City Hostel Budapest

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property