Mercure Budapest Metropol Hotel

I am a classical composer who recently completed a new, groundbreaking violin concerto, written especially for world renowned Hungarian violinist Vilmos Olah. I travelled to Budapest to work with him on the piece, refine details and prepare this work for performance and recording [something which will occur in the near future].My hotel was well situated, easy walking distance from a number of critical places important to my work. Mass transit and car service was readily available, the staff at the hotel all spoke English fluently and were exceptionally patient and forthcoming with detailed answers to any logistical questions I asked. There assistance was first rate. My room was quiet, access to the Internet was constant, the food was well prepared and fresh [vegetables and fruit, fruit juices, coffee & tea, and a broad fare from which to choose. On many occasions, because I was simultaneously working on completing the clear orchestra score of my 9th symphony while in Hungary, I requested permission to work in the main lobby area. This was accommodated with certain aplomb and I was constantly plied with fresh coffee and snacks without interruption.[...]I couldn't be happier,

Impressed with service manners from front desk to housekeepers manners. Staff exceptionally helpful in helping me get my personnal needs met in a timely manner.

We stayed in the Junior Suite - very spacious and well-appointed and the bed VERY comfortable, although the sofa bed was quite hard. Staff were extremely helpful, friendly and efficient. There were buses almost outside the door and the metro and trams a short walk from the hotel, so access to all the sites within reach. However, a bit far to walk and felt removed from the City Centre. We bought a 72-hour Budapest card which allowed unlimited access to public transport and some free or reduced access to museums etc. so getting around was easy. We would stay at this hotel again but might consider closer to the City Centre next trip.

Free WIFI internet in your room! Friendly and helpful staff! Walking distance from New York Cafe - a must! Clean rooms! A GREAT value for the price. This hotel does not offer a shuttle from the airport, but there is a shuttle serice at the airport that is only 10Euros and drops you off in front of the hotel!

comparable to what i am used to

Good location, close to both metro & mainline station. Staff quite helpful & friendly. Expected more from the price of the room, but other things more than made up for it. Overall a pleasant stay.

A great hotel - modernised. We were in 4th floor room plenty of room - tv and wifi in the room. All hotel very clean. Great choice for breakfast. Good location - 1 mile from river but 50 metres from the Metro and/or buses.Recommend the 'hop on hop off' buses if there for more than a day - you get to see most things plus a river ride and it was for 2 days - we didnt do it and wore ourselves out walking etc.Great place to eat was the ' Trofea grill Restaurant' on Kiraly uta (street) All you can eat/ drink for about £15 but the choice was amazing - did two different nights and the choice was different.We also booked a taxi [...] - well worth the cost (about £30 return) clean car, met at airport and straight to the hotel- no hassle.Budapest is not the most attractive city we have visited but it is interesting.

very nice hotel - recently renovated. very good staff. would definitely stay here again (this is my second stay)

This hotel is in an excellent location. There is a big supermarket on the next block and good restuarants nearby. It is close to the hop on hop off bus and subway station. In walking distance of tourist attractions on the Pest side. The room was very clean, comfortable and quiet. Highly recommend it!

Hotel was clean, breakfast was way too expensive though. The room had a nice clean bathroom, but the bed had 2 single blankets which I certainly did not appreciate, being there with my wife.... Upon requesting a double blanket, they advised that the hotel only has the same size single blankets....not sure what to do with this :/ Other than this, the hotel staff was very nice and helpful and I certainly would recommend staying here. It was a good value for the price and the location is perfect for those wishing to visit the city and/or enjoying the night life.