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Maverick Athenaeum

2.0 star property

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Reception
Dining room
Standard Quadruple Room
Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Economy Room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry room

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Rakoczi, 54, Budapest, BUD, 1074
  • Place, Blaha Lujza Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Dohany Street Synagogue
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Hungarian State Opera House
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Budapest (BUD-Ferenc Liszt Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 10 Bed Mixed Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 9 Bed Female Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Bed Mixed Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Bed Female Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bed in 5 Bed Mixed Dorm

Bed in 5 Bed Mixed Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Bed Mixed Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bed in 6 Bed Female Dorm

Bed in 6 Bed Female Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 7 Bed Female Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 8 Bed Mixed Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Economy Room

Economy Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Quadruple Room

Standard Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Economy Quadruple Room

Economy Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Maverick Athenaeum

This smoke-free hostel features a bar/lounge, a coffee shop/cafe, and coffee/tea in a common area. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and laundry facilities are onsite.
Maverick Athenaeum offers 88 accommodations with hair dryers. This Budapest hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Maverick Athenaeum. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Blaha Lujza Square. Free WiFi in public areas, a bar, and a coffee shop/cafe are available.
  • Free WiFi (speed: 50+ Mbps)
  • Grab something to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Amenities include a front-desk safe, locker space, and a computer
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Margaret Island and a few minutes from Hungarian State Opera House
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Maverick Athenaeum.

This Budapest hostel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast on weekdays from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; HUF 4,000 for adults and HUF 4,000 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Coworking space

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 4.00 percent will be charged

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately HUF 4000 for adults and HUF 4000 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number KO25114571
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

NETIZEN Budapest Centre

Netizen Budapest Centre Hostel

Netizen Budapest Centre Hostel-hotel Hotel

Netizen Budapest Centre Hostel-hotel Budapest

Netizen Budapest Centre Hostel-hotel Hotel Budapest

Maverick Athenaeum Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 201 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 201 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 201 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 201 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 201 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Andrea

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My second time here and perfect stay again! Last time I stayed in a private room but this time none available so stayed in a dorm, also excellent! Spotlessly clean, good width and length of beds, linen looks brand new, comfortable, respectful room mates and lovely and quiet so easy to get good nights sleep! Great common shared spaces for socialising or working. Excellent strength wifi. I liked the area, right by the tram and metro making getting around easy. Delicious fresh and varied breakfast well worth it with cooked food (bacon, eggs, beans), pastries, fresh fruits and juice machine, the lady at breakfast Olga is very friendly and constantly ensures everything is topped up and clean and fresh. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kial, soulsbyville

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

yasser

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ahmad, Amman

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
every thing was perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Olivia

Disliked: Staff & service
Hostel was just okay. When I arrived there was a rotten apple in my bed and the shower wasn't clean. I booked an airport shuttle at reception for my flight and once I came down for the shuttle, the receptionist told me they made a mistake and there was no booking. Therefore I needed to pay 3x the price for an Uber at 4am.. Although common areas were nice and was in a good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Taleh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Muhammad

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice reception and enjoyable time place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Muhammad

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kira

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay here at Maverick :) I think the double private rooms lack a bit of style and are on the lower end when it comes to amenities (no telephone in the room, no dnd signs, less of the typical hotel add ons) but it's really not a big deal especially for the price. We did have a room facing a blaring light that made nighttime seem like mid-afternoon so if you can only sleep in pitch dark that might be a concern. However, other than that it was pretty pleasant. The lobby area is great. It's lively and fun. There's also a shared kitchen which is a huge plus if you want to save some extra money since eating out in the city can get a bit expensive. The area isn't my favorite part of the city so that may be something to keep in mind. Overall, I would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chang Bae

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mara

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super recomendo! Ficamos num quarto com banheiro privativo, tudo estava excelente. A localização é incrível, fizemos tudo a pé, do ladinho do New York cafe, market hall e do jewsh quarter. Tem um Mercadinho do lado. Café da manhã muito bom. A vibe do lugar é ótima.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

ferdo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Seeing that this was a new hostel, the staff was amazing. The vicinity to most of the Pest
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timur

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

rachelle

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Probably one of the best hostels. The hostel is centrally located, easy to get from airport, near a Lidl, Jewish Quarters, train station, etc. The staff was amazing and the lobby area was beautiful. The hostel has fun activities for guest to participate while staying such as wine night, Bingo, etc. The rooms were cleaned regularly which was nice. The only downside is you may end up with the wrong hostel guest in your room. Unfortunately, our room had a person who came back late every night and got upset when others were getting ready at 7-9am.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient, stayed many times and will do so again
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value, especially as breakfast was included. Really nice room (private bathroom for us, window onto central “courtyard”, quiet [might be due to January occupancy]) and good facilities (kitchen, bar, cafe) on the ground floor. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Chiara

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I ended up with a family room. Plenty of room for a family with a private bathroom. Place was clean and tidy. Right in the centre of Budapest and close to all sights. Supermarkets are close by too, would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Yongzhen

Parking is an issue, parked on street, but when putting over 1500 koron, all coins were eaten by the machime and couldn't reach anybody
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Arina

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024