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Grand Jules Boat Hotel Budapest

3.0 star property
3-star houseboat near Margaret Island

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Staircase
Bar (on property)
Standard Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, River View | View from room
Hallway

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Angelo Rotta rakpart, Budapest, BUD, 1027
  • Place, Margaret Island
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Parliament Building
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Fisherman's Bastion
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Budapest (BUD-Ferenc Liszt Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, River View

Standard Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, River View

  • River view
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Cabin, 1 Queen Bed

  • City view
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Cabin, 2 Twin Beds

  • City view
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Cabin, 2 Twin Beds, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Twin Bed, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • River view
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Budapest

Budapest City Centre stay.Your stay at this Budapest City Centre houseboat places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Margaret Island and Buda Castle. St. Stephen's Basilica and Hungarian State Opera House are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Margaret Island - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Parliament Building - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Fisherman's Bastion - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Szechenyi Chain Bridge - 7 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Buda Castle - 8 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Budapest Margaret Bridge- Buda Station - 3 min walk
  • Budapest Szepvolgyi Road Station - 19 min walk
  • Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dugattyús - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Híd Bistro - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ganz Söröző - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bambi Eszpresszó - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Rózsadomb Eszpresszó - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Grand Jules Boat Hotel Budapest

3-star houseboat near Margaret Island
As a guest of Grand Jules Boat Hotel Budapest, you'll find a rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Grand Jules Boat Hotel Budapest also features concierge services and a front-desk safe.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Budapest houseboat.

  • 1 building
  • 34 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Smoking in designated areas
Grand Jules Boat Hotel Budapest offers 34 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. 24-inch LED televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Car not required

Dining

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 10 for adults and EUR 5 for children

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch LED TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Rooftop terrace

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a historical district
  • On a river

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • 34 units

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.08 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

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 EUR 10 for adults and EUR 5 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 42 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

You need to know

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; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

Property Registration Number SZ21006958

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Grand Jules Boat Hotel Budapest to the airport?

Grand Jules Boat Hotel Budapest is 15.4 mi (48-min drive) away from the Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Grand Jules Boat Hotel Budapest?

As of Mar 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Jules Boat Hotel Budapest on Apr 12, 2026 start from CA $104, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Grand Jules Boat Hotel Budapest have an airport shuttle?

Grand Jules Boat Hotel Budapest offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of EUR 42 per vehicle, one-way.

Does Grand Jules Boat Hotel Budapest offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Grand Jules Boat Hotel Budapest, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 10 for adults and EUR 5 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Grand Jules Boat Hotel Budapest?

No, there is no casino at this houseboat, but Las Vegas Casino (6-min drive) and Tropicana Casino (6-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Grand Jules Boat Hotel Budapest?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Grand Jules Boat Hotel Budapest?

Free parking is not available at this houseboat.

Does Grand Jules Boat Hotel Budapest have a pool?

Grand Jules Boat Hotel Budapest does not have a pool.

Does Grand Jules Boat Hotel Budapest have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this houseboat.

How close is Grand Jules Boat Hotel Budapest to downtown Budapest?

Grand Jules Boat Hotel Budapest is 1.6 mi away from Budapest.

Grand Jules Boat Hotel Budapest Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 329 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 138 out of 329 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 329 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 329 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 329 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness
I enjoyed the stay, staff friendly and helpful and everything exactly as stated. The breakfast staff particularly helpful and kept everything tidy and organised.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Small cabin, it's a boat hotel not a hotel. Expect ramp down to boat itself. Steep steps to upper rooms. Boat itself was clean, tidy and warm. Great river views over to parliament building at breakfast and room. Staff friendly and breakfast is great with great service.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Unique.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Roman

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Very bad, It was a very bad experience, from the bad smell that greets you when you arrive at the hotel boat, then the space of the room is such that my wife has to leave for me to enter, the bathroom is horrible, you can't sleep with other people walking around... (that's disgusting)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Good, cozy woth charm and amazing location. Breakfast was prett standard so overall good. Property is dated, but very clean and staff is attentive. Yes i would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Ariel

I recently stayed at a boat hotel in Budapest, and while the experience had its positives, some aspects need attention. The service was commendable; the staff were friendly and helpful, always ready to assist with a smile. Breakfast was a highlight—complete and freshly prepared, making for a delightful start to the day. The area surrounding the hotel felt safe, and the views of the Hungarian Parliament from the hotel were simply gorgeous. However, the hotel itself requires significant updates. The carpets throughout the property appear worn and would benefit from replacement. Regarding my room, I found the decor to be outdated, particularly the headboard and wallpaper, which show signs of wear. The bathroom was functional but lacked modern amenities, especially concerning the shower system. After showering, the bathroom floor remained wet, and there was no squeegee available to help dry it. This made it inconvenient to use the bathroom at night, prompting the need to shower in the morning instead. Overall, while I appreciated the hospitality and enjoyed the breakfast, the hotel would greatly improve with some renovations and upgrades to enhance guest comfort.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

CiBon, somers point

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Really cool stay - clean but outdated. Beautiful view of the parliament right over the water. Rooms are very small but it didn’t bother us! Shower was hot and had great pressure
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Disappointed

I dont usually write negative reviews. However there are a couple of things that people should be aware of before booking this property. It says it is 3 stars however this not the case. The property is very old and not well maintained either. The room is very very small even by European and/or river cruise standards. The walls are so thin i could hear the neigbours sleep and snore The shower is over the toilet. If you book a river view room there is a walk way outside and ppl walk to smoke all the time and look in the room. Without the blinds open it is just a dark room The sheets are clean and the ok. The staff were very nice about refunding my remaining nights.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Colin

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’m sorry to say we really did not enjoy this boat hotel, we were booked into the sister boat, Grand Jules which we chose because of the location (opposite the Parliament building) as this would be a pleasant outlook. We were informed less than a week before our departure date End of May 25 the GJ had been closed for maintenance from Feb 25, giving us very little time to amend our booking. We sound the replacement boat not very well appointed, further from the amenities and would not be out choice if we had time to look. Another small point, the room curtains would not close completely so we could be see by anyone walking by, no breakfast tea in the restaurant and very small rooms. Sorry it just lacked the special holiday we had planned.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Raewyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Location, floating on the Danube River, was fantastic. Wonderful views from our room facing the river. Fantastic views from top deck. Hungarian Parliament lit up at night was my favourite. Loved the breakfast with lots of variety. All staff very helpful. Only downside was the rooms are in need of a bit of tlc but was an awesome experience and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our second trip. Fabulous staff and a really good experience. Sitting on the back of the boat during the thunder storm was spectacular!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Letty

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Ieuan Jeffrey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, location, location, apart from that no air con ,walls very thin thought my wife was up but it was next door😅, saying that clean towels
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karim

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

iain

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent venue great location if your willing to transit via bus tram boat or scooter a short distance
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Rai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

JOTTI

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the original allocated room was a little on the small side compared with the impression i had when seeing the pictures but was given another room for the next day onward and was fully satisfied. Would benefit to have breakfast included in the price but other than that a very good trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This boat hotel very close to train station, few minutes walk up to Margaret Bridge and to hop on hop off bus stop. The night view of Parliament building and lights at night so beautiful. Room and bathroom are clean, very cozy staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was still quite dated however that contributes to the feel of staying on a boat. The staff were extremely helpful and went above and beyond to make a great experience. The double beds could do with a double duvet rather than two singles.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best view of the parlament

Excellent view and location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Shantaram Srinivas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite close to margret bridge noisy when tram goes over and a good walk from main atractions 30 mins.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019