City Hotel Pilvax

“Great location for a base.”

We stayed Friday to Monday on a city break booked through Jet2. The hotel is very basic but it serves exactly what you need, a bed to rest your exhausted feet and an OK breakfast. Receptionists were friendly and greeted you every time you passed through. The location was the real selling point th... more

We stayed Friday to Monday on a city break booked through Jet2. The hotel is very basic but it serves exactly what you need, a bed to rest your exhausted feet and an OK breakfast. Receptionists were friendly and greeted you every time you passed through. The location was the real selling point though. It is right in the middle of a hub of bars, shops, restaurants and cafe's, yet is set back enough to be out of the hustle and bustle of it. 5 minute walk to the river and right next to a Lidl for any supplies needed. We were in room 116 on the first floor. Newly renovated to a good standard. Huge comfy bed and more than enough space for two. The showers were very small and there was no kettle to make a drink but these can be over looked. The air con also wasn't working but luckily it wasn't too hot while we were there but it would be very unpleasant if the temperature was higher. The one thing that did spoil it a little was the fact there was no view. There was a green film covering the window which when opened looked out onto concrete and the AC units. We were notified of this on arrival and told that this was the quieter side of the hotel (The other side over looked a busy Irish bar and I could imagine that gets very rowdy of a night) so may have been the best option available. I can only comment on the breakfast as we didn't eat there in the evening. Breakfast was a selection of cold deli meats, cheese, fresh warm bread and pastries. There were also scrambled and hard boiled eggs, sausages, beans and french toast. Fruit, cereals and jams were also available and topped up when needed. Plus ENGLISH BREAKFAST TEA!!! Which was much needed as I forgot to take my teabags and couldn't find anywhere that sold a good cuppa. Would I stay here again? Yes I probably as the location was amazing. And lets face it, no one comes to Budapest for the hotel!

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“Good Value for money”

The hotel is situated very central to all important spots. We got one of the older rooms, but it was big and spacious. The hotel is a bit worn down and needs renovation. Greg at the reception was very kind and gave a very good service. There is no elevator. We did not realize before arriving. The... more

The hotel is situated very central to all important spots. We got one of the older rooms, but it was big and spacious. The hotel is a bit worn down and needs renovation. Greg at the reception was very kind and gave a very good service. There is no elevator. We did not realize before arriving. The breakfast was ok with bread, toast, croissants, scrambled eggs, boiled eggs, yogurt, Müsli, cold cuts, cheese, fruits, jam and sweets. The lady in the breakfast room was very rude. We loved our stay.

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“Good hotel”

City Hotel Pilvax is in a lovely central area, near bars, restaurants, shops and attractions. Good public transport links nearby. Clean room, shower was a little bit small so not ideal for plus size travellers. No lift so getting baggage upstairs is difficult.

“Good location, tired hotel”

Good location and great staff, always willing to help. It's an old, tired hotel, without lift, so get ready to carry your luggage upstairs. Some old rooms (economy) are quite large, the renewed rooms (standard) even though look nicer are way smaller. Shower is tiny, you can barely wash yourself w... more

Good location and great staff, always willing to help. It's an old, tired hotel, without lift, so get ready to carry your luggage upstairs. Some old rooms (economy) are quite large, the renewed rooms (standard) even though look nicer are way smaller. Shower is tiny, you can barely wash yourself without hitting the walls. Breakfast is not a good value at 12 Euro, you can get way better breaky buffets in nearby hotels for 14 Euro.

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