shmulik Y.
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Hotel Emerald, Budapest - 8.7/10
Hotel Emerald is a very good option mainly because of its excellent central location. It’s close to the main shopping street, and there are many great restaurants right nearby, so it’s very convenient for a city break. Almost everything is within walking distance. There isn’t a grocery store immediately next to the hotel, but there is one about 500 meters away, which is fine.
We stayed during a snowy period and the room was perfect for winter - warm, cozy, and very functional. The room was spacious, everything worked properly, and the bed was especially comfortable, which made a big difference after traveling in the middle of the snow. Breakfast was also above average.
The main disappointment was in the small details. They provide only one bottle of water (on arrival) and refused to put a new bottle daily. When I asked for more water, they also refused. For a price of over €150 per night, that feels unreasonable.
Another downside is that there is no spa or indoor pool. In Budapest, especially in winter, many hotels offer thermal spa facilities, and that’s something I missed here.
Overall, it’s a very comfortable hotel and a great choice for a short, “luxury-style” vacation in Budapest - but a bit pricey compared to nearby alternatives. For a longer stay, I’d probably choose a different hotel with better value and spa facilities.