Marriott strengthens presence in Budapest with new St Regis and Moxy

The highly anticipated St. Regis Budapest opened at the end of April inside the landmark Klotild Palace, one of Budapest’s most iconic architectural treasures. Located close to the Danube River and several of the Hungarian capital’s best-known attractions, the luxury hotel brings the St. Regis brand’s signature butler service, rituals and refined hospitality to a restored Belle Époque palace.

Originally commissioned at the turn of the 20th century by Princess Klotild of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, the Neo-Baroque palace once served as the ceremonial entrance to Pest from Elisabeth Bridge. Its distinctive 48-meter tower and ornate detailing have made it one of the city’s protected UNESCO-listed landmarks.

The St. Regis Budapest features 63 guestrooms and 39 suites, including the Klotild Tower Suite and a 169-square-meter Presidential Suite with panoramic views over the Danube, Elisabeth Bridge and the Citadel. Interiors draw inspiration from Budapest’s opera heritage, Art Nouveau style and famous thermal baths, with bronze detailing, decorative ceramics and flowing blue tones reflecting the movement of the Danube.

Guests can expect a full range of signature St. Regis experiences, including the renowned Butler Service, Afternoon Tea and Champagne Sabrage rituals. Dining venues include the theatrical St. Regis Bar, where Head Mixologist Norbert Tengely has created the hotel’s signature “Crown Mary” cocktail inspired by the classic Bloody Mary first introduced at The St. Regis New York in 1934.

The property also features 99 Sushi Bar & Restaurant, offering Japanese fine dining and omakase experiences, alongside Klotild Patisserie serving Hungarian and French-inspired pastries and specialty coffee.

Wellness facilities include the St. Regis Spa with an indoor pool, hammam, Finnish sauna and treatment rooms using products from Hungarian luxury skincare brand Omorovicza. Event facilities include several salons and the grand Caroline Salon for meetings and celebrations.

George Fleck, Senior Vice President and Global Brand Leader of St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, said Budapest’s blend of culture, society and history made it a natural fit for the brand’s expansion in Europe.

Moxy plays with Sisi image
Meanwhile, at the total opposite of the St Regis, the Moxy Budapest Downtown has opened on lively Kazinczy Street in one of Budapest’s most vibrant nightlife districts. The 281-room lifestyle hotel introduces the playful Moxy concept to the Hungarian market with a design inspired by movement, ballet and the legacy of Empress Elisabeth, also known as “Sisi.”

Designed by Austrian studio BWM, the hotel mixes industrial textures, theatrical lighting and local street art, including a large graffiti installation by Hungarian artist Áron Hidvégi in the lobby. Guests are welcomed with cocktails during check-in at Bar Moxy, while social spaces and programming are designed to encourage interaction and spontaneous experiences.

The hotel also features a 24-hour fitness center, meeting spaces and the rooftop bar Saddle & Sky, inspired by Sisi’s passion for horse riding. Additional restaurant concepts are planned at street level as the hotel aims to become part of the neighborhood’s social scene.

Sandra Schulze-Potgieter, Vice President, Premium, Select & Midscale Brands, Europe, Middle East & Africa at Marriott International, said Budapest’s nightlife, creativity and cultural energy made it an ideal destination for the Moxy brand.