Matild Palace – Budapest luxury accommodation

January 7, 2024

Budapest is a city with a rich history and stunning architecture, making it a captivating destination for anyone seeking to step into a living postcard. As you wander through its streets, you’ll find that every corner tells a story, and every facade is a masterpiece.

Matild Palace is a historic building located in Budapest Center at the foot of the Elizabeth Bridge. Beautifully situated on the Pest side of the river, this hotel has easy access to most places in Budapest.

The hotel invites you to explore a sense of the old with the luxuries of today. Originally constructed in the 19th century, the building has undergone extensive renovations and is now home to the Matild Palace Budapest, a luxury hotel. The Matild Palace Hotel perfectly embodies the concept of elegance in Hungary. It ingeniously combines a luxurious environment with authentic experiences in a historical setting.

This magnificent, historic property has been transformed to a thoroughly modern, luxurious hotel which reflects and embraces its storied past. No detail has been overlooked in design, in comfort, and in personalized hospitality.

 Matild Palace Hotel - Neo-Baroque architecture

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The building reflects the architectural style of its time, incorporating elements from the 19th century. It is a blend of architectural styles that were popular during that period.

Given the construction period, Matild Palace exhibits elements of Neo-Baroque architecture, which was a revival of the Baroque style popular in the 17th and 18th centuries. Over the years, the building has undergone renovations and restoration efforts to preserve its historic character while incorporating modern amenities. Renovations involved maintaining original facades, ornamental details, and other architectural features.

Matild Palace Hotel - original facade, ornamental details, and other architectural features.

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As a luxury hotel, Matild Palace’s interiors are designed to provide a lavish and comfortable experience for guests: high ceilings, grand staircases, intricate moldings, and other elements that contribute to a sense of opulence.

During the transformation into a hotel, had were contemporary additions or modifications to meet the standards of luxury accommodation. These additions blend historic charm and modern luxury in the interior design.

Matild Palace - luxury hotel

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The luxury hotel strives for an atmosphere of elegance and opulence. This is reflected in the choice of materials, furnishings, and decorative elements within the interior spaces.

Given the historic nature of the building, the interior incorporates and preserves certain architectural details, such as grand staircases, ornate moldings, and historical artifacts. These elements contribute to a sense of the building’s history and character: high-quality materials for flooring, furnishings, and finishes, premium materials like marble, fine wood, and luxurious fabrics.

Matild Palace - luxury hotel

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Thanks to its central location, modern, world-class services and amenities, Matild Palace Hotel, the first Luxury Collection hotel of Hungary can be an ideal choice for business travellers and for those who want to experience the real bustling life of Budapest in a royal, luxurious, yet authentic way.

Enjoy the spacious and beautifully designed rooms, the luxurious bathroom facilities, as well as the fantastic culinary experiences at Spago Budapest by Wolfgang Puck, a Michelin-recommended restaurant, and the welcoming atmosphere of The Duchess, and rooftop bar.