A list by Anna Pinto & Ted Valentin. Updated December 2023.
We have created a list with the best castle hotels in Lake Balaton, Hungary. We have also included hotels in resorts, historic villas, historic properties, palaces, country estates, wineries and old manor houses. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Delightful property. Friendly staff. Located 12 km from Tihany Abbey, 47 km from Bella Stables and Animal Park and 4.6 km from Balatonfüred train station, Manor House Inn Csopak features accommodation situated in Csopak. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. For guests with children, Manor House Inn Csopak provides an indoor play area and outdoor play equipment. Annagora Aquapark is 5.8 km from Manor House Inn Csopak, while Inner Lake of Tihany is 13 km away. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. At the bed and breakfast, units include a wardrobe. Every unit includes a private bathroom with a hair dryer, while selected rooms come with a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave. At the bed and breakfast, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. There is a coffee shop, bar and lounge. Guests can make the most of the garden, outdoor swimming pool and yoga classes on offer at the bed and breakfast. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy table tennis on-site, or cycling in the surroundings. The nearest airport is Hévíz–Balaton Airport, 92 km from the bed and breakfast.Show full description
Manor House Inn Csopak is a charming hotel situated on the beach of Lake Balaton. It has a warm and inviting atmosphere, ideal for families with children. The hotel provides a children's playground and a cozy garden house with wine for adults.
Relaxing atmosphere. Superb interior design. Popular among couples. Nestled in the nature reserve of the Kál basin near Lake Balaton, this charming property fuses bright, spacious surroundings with an inviting ambience. Embrace the host of facilities on offer; sip drinks in the cosy bar, sample traditional and innovative cuisine in the elegant restaurant and select your wine of choice from the extensive and impressive wine cellar. Plunge into the cool of the pool and enjoy a leisurely stroll in the garden. Explore the natural splendour of the countryside on a walking or cycling tour. Appreciate the proximity to the assortment of historical and entertainment options. Retreat to the serene setting of your fully-equipped, bright room and unwind in stylish comfort. . Show full description
Káli Art Inn Panzió is a charming and romantic guest house located in a peaceful village near Lake Balaton. It stands out with its relaxing atmosphere and cozy rooms. The inn has an outdoor pool, an artists' studio, and an on-site restaurant.
Charming. Superb breakfast. Popular among couples. The Houses of History is located on the shore of Belső-tó in Tihany, on a half hectare area, a 5-minutes walking distance from the city centre. The 200-years-old historic listed building gives the ambience of the 19th century. Some of the rooms have views of the Belső-tó. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and continental breakfast is included in the room price. From the seasonal outdoor pool guests can enjoy the view of the Belső-tó's wildlife. The Houses of History is a pet-friendly accommodation and provides paid private parking. All rooms feature air conditioning and a flat screen TV. In the neighbourhood guests can try horse-riding or take a horse-drawn carriage ride. The public beach is 15 minutes away on foot. Lavender House Visitor Centre is 5 minutes away and István Bujtor Open-Air Stage is 3 minutes away. Őrtorony viewpoint and the vineyard of Tihany are easily accessible on foot, bicycle or horse-back.Show full description
The Houses of History in Tihany, Hungary, is a charming bed and breakfast set in 1830s thatched roof buildings. It provides a peaceful and historical atmosphere, with a large circular pool and playground for families.
Great restaurant. Located in the centre of Veszprém, Völgyikút Ház offers a spa and fitness centre free of charge to all guests. Free parking is provided in a garage and free WiFi is available in all areas. Völgyikút Ház enjoys a convenient location 1 km away from the Castle district and the Veszprém Zoo. Offering air conditioning, each room comes with a bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. A private French balcony is available in some units. À la carte restaurant is available on site, offering a terrace with an outdoor dining area. A café bar and a bowling bar are provided as well. In-house entertainment options include bowiling and billiards at a surcharge. Massages are provided at an additional fee. A shopping mall can be found within 700 metres and a grocery shop can be reached within 200 metres. A 5-minute walk will take you to the Bus Station.Show full description
Beautiful. Comfortable beds. Situated in the hills overlooking Balatonfüred, Koczor Winery & Guesthouse is steps from Koczor Vineyard. It offers rustic-style accommodation with air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. The bright, spacious rooms have a view of Lake Balaton and Koczor Vineyard. Each features high wooden ceilings, light wood furnishings and white linens on the bed. The staff of Koczor Winery & Guesthouse can help organise cycling and hiking trips through the scenic countryside. The hotel offers a bicycle rental service as well. Guests can also choose to relax on the terrace or in the picturesque garden. Traditional, Hungarian dishes and fine wines from the region are served at the à la carte restaurant of Koczor Winery & Guesthouse. Refreshing drinks are served in the relaxing atmosphere of the bar. Balatonfüred Vasútállomás Train Station is a 5-minute drive away. The hotel provides free, on-site parking.Show full description
Cosy rooms. Located 1 km from the centre of Veszprém, Szalay Villa features free WiFi, free private parking and en-suite rooms with cable TV. Breakfast is served every morning. The zoo of Veszprém and the castle area are 2 km away. Szalay Villa offers a sauna and massage services for a surcharge. Board games are available for guests. The closest restaurant can be reached within 10 minutes on foot. The Veszprém Train Station is 4.5 km away and Lake Balaton is 14 km from the house.Show full description
Close to beach front. Amazing pool. Set 1.2 km from Jankovics Strand, Kids' Paradise House offers air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and private check-in and check-out, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. The guest house provides guests with a terrace, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a toaster, and a private bathroom with hot tub and a hair dryer. A fridge, a stovetop and kitchenware are also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the guest house, each unit comes with bed linen and towels. In the warmer months, you can make use of the barbecue facilities and dine on the private patio. You can play billiards, table tennis and darts at the guest house, and the area is popular for cycling and hiking. In addition to a seasonal outdoor pool, Kids' Paradise House also offers an indoor play area and shared lounge. Sziget-szabadstrand is 1.2 km from the accommodation, while Platán Strand is 1.7 km away. The nearest airport is Hévíz–Balaton Airport, 50 km from Kids' Paradise House.Show full description
This guest house has a great beach front location!
Lovely interior design. Situated 1 km outside of Hévíz, this family and spa resort has 2 restaurants. There is a vast indoor playground and babysitting services are provided by qualified professionals. The huge indoor playground Boboland includes a multi-level play castle and a games room. Rooms at Kolping Hotel are spacious, and they all have a satellite TV and minibar. Changing and bathing units for babies are available upon request. There is also an aquapark for families, pedal go kart facilities and adventure playgrounds. The adults-only wellness section includes indoor pools, saunas and steam baths. There is also a beauty centre and hairdresser. The restaurants serve national and international cuisine, and Bobo Café has a large outdoor seating area. Free Wi-Fi is available in all public areas. Other sports facilities include a tennis court. Guests can also rent bicycles at the 24-hour reception and explore Lake Balaton’s natural surroundings. Kolping Hotel Spa & Family Resort is just off national road 75, and Keszthely is 6 km away.Show full description
Elegant. Wonderful SPA facilities. Popular among couples. In the middle of a 17 hectare estate, close to the Lake Héviz, this 4-story hotel offers traditional Hungarian Hévizi treatments, a beauty and hair salon. Guests can enjoy treatments, such as mud beauty therapies and massages, as well as Ayurveda and Yumeiho. Several pools, a hot tub and various saunas are available. Sport facilities like a fitness center or a tennis court are among the many possibilities. All air-conditioned rooms have a balcony and a minibar. The bathrooms are equipped with bathrobes and a hairdryer. Upon request guests can book anti-allergy and wheelchair-accessible rooms. The Lotus Therme is located 1.4 km from the largest thermal lake in Europe. Lake Balaton can be reached within 4 km.Show full description
Beach front location. Relaxing atmosphere. Stunning pool facilities. This B&B enchants with its homely atmosphere enriched by a beautiful garden, an outdoor heated pool and sauna. Enjoy the top location and its scenic surroundings. The centre of the small baroque town of Keszthely is 3 km away and it is just 6 km to the thermal resort of Hévíz. We are situated in Gyenesdiás, on the north shore of Lake Balaton, on the south-westerly foothills of the Keszthely mountains.Show full description
This bed and breakfast has lovely pool facilities.
Charming. Great value. Holiday Resorts is located about 300 metres from the southern shore of Lake Balaton, offering air-conditioned rooms with balconies, a pool, tennis courts and free Wi-Fi. All rooms have a refrigerator and a satellite TV. A sauna, a gym, a jacuzzi, a bowling alley, ping-pong tables and a bike rental are available as well. Hungarian and international cuisine is served in the restaurant and in the terrace. The Holiday hotel in Balatonszárszó is easily reachable from the M7 motorway.Show full description
Very cosy. Great interior design. Surrounded by a large park, this elegant country-style hotel in Balatonfenyves is 500 metres from the southern shore of Lake Balaton. It offers a free bicycle hire and an outdoor pool. All rooms at Hubertus-Hof Hotel & Restaurant feature a minibar, a TV, and a bathroom with hairdryer. Hungarian and international gourmet cuisine, including game dishes, is served in the restaurant. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas. Spa facilities include a Finnish sauna, a steam bath, and massage and fitness rooms. Guests can play football and table tennis on site. For hunters, the Hubertus-Hof offers a private hunting preserve and a gun storage cabinet in every room. Secure private parking is available on site free of charge.Show full description
This might be one of the most COSY AND ELEGANT resorts in Lake Balaton.
Charming. Comfortable beds. Tokajer Wellness Panzió is located 650 metres from Lake Balaton a 10-minute walk from the beach, offering a fitness room, an indoor pool and 2 seasonal outdoor pools, all free for guests. Housed in a complex of 3 buildings, the rooms are equipped with balconies, cable TV, a refrigerator and bathrooms fitted with a shower. The nearest restaurant is reachable within 400 metres. Bicycles are provided for free on site while table tennis, tabletop football and billiards are also possible. Upon an additional cost, massages can be arranged. The train and bus station are 1 km from the property and the Festetics Palace is 1.6 km away. Héviz Thermal Lake is reachable within 10 minutes by car.Show full description
Stylish. Good breakfast. This elegant property blends style, comfort and a privileged position and presents the ideal spot for relaxation and exploration. The majestic façade uncovers an assortment of bright interiors; enjoy refreshments in the stylish bar and tantalise your tastebuds with a range of delicacies in the sophisticated restaurant. Venture to the pretty terrace for a spot of relaxation and admire the spectacular panorama from this vantage point. Take a trip to Budapest which is in close proximity and explore the impressive sights on offer. Retreat to your vibrant, fully-equipped room and appreciate the tranquility, privacy and inviting ambience.Show full description
Unique. Cosy rooms. Hegyi Villa is quietly set in Héviz, a 25-minute walk from Lake Héviz, the second largest thermal lake in the world. Featuring free Wi-Fi and free enclosed parking, it offers accommodation with a TV and a balcony. With views of the mountains or the terrace, all rooms provide a safe and a fridge. Each room comprises a private bathroom with a shower. A garden with a sun terrace and barbecue facilities is at guests' disposal. Table tennis is also available. The surroundings are suitable for hunting, hiking, cycling, horseback riding and water skiing. The area is also rich in wine cellars and natural caves. The Baroque Festetics Palace is 7 km from the Hegyi.Show full description
Beach front location. Relaxing atmosphere. Great value. Set in Balatonszemes, 42 km from Bella Stables and Animal Park, Hotel OTP Balatonszemes offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. 17 km from Balaton Sound and 18 km from Be My Lake Festival, the property features a private beach area, as well as a tennis court. Guests can use the spa and wellness centre with an indoor pool, sauna, and hot tub, as well as a bar. Free WiFi is available to all guests, while some rooms come with a balcony. Guests at the hotel can enjoy a buffet or a continental breakfast. You can play billiards, table tennis and darts at this 3-star hotel, and the area is popular for cycling. Speaking German, English and Hungarian, staff at the 24-hour front desk can help you plan your stay. Zamardi Adventure Park is 25 km from Hotel OTP Balatonszemes, while Museum of Minerals is 32 km away. The nearest airport is Hévíz–Balaton Airport, 62 km from the accommodation.Show full description
This hotel has a great SPA and great tennis facilities.
The Anna Grand Hotel is located on the northern shore of Lake Balaton, 100 meters from the Tagore Promenade, in the middle of the historical district of Balatonfüred. Anna Grand Hotel ensures the comfort of its guests with 105 different types and sizes of rooms in a more than 200-year-old Classicist building. The restaurant is truly a paradise for gourmets, also offering home-made cakes based on recipes from the 19th century, Italian ice-cream and classic confectionery products. The 1200 m² wellness department awaits you with a swimming pool, a Finnish sauna, an infra-sauna and steam bath. There is a garage with 150 parking lots at your disposal. Since 1824 the Anna Grand Hotel hosts the elegant and world-famous Anna Ball. Balatonfüred, one of the bigger towns of the Balaton area, looks back upon a 2000 year-long history and features many historic monuments. Today it is a very popular holiday resort due to its excellent geographical features, medicinal springs and great wines.Show full description
Beach front location. Cosy rooms. The Hotel Villa Pax with its Mediterranean atmosphere and a outdoor pool can be found close to the banks of the Balaton Lake in Balatonalmádi. The suites of the Pax hotel feature free wireless internet access. At the bar on the terrace you can choose from a variety of drinks. There is barbecue facility in the garden. The hotel features a swimming pool with garden views featuring loungers or you can enjoy the foot tennis and mini soccer field. Finnish sauna and jacuzzi are available for an extra charge. Infra sauna is also offered in the wellness center. Your car can be securely parked on the video-controlled car park of the Hotel Villa Pax.Show full description
Elegant. Great location. Popular among couples. Hotel Golden Lake Resort in Balatonfüred offers you a restaurant with a lake-view terrace, a seasonal beach bar, a spa area including an indoor pool and its own marina. All rooms are air-conditioned and offer free WiFi internet access. Typical Hungarian specialities and international cuisine is served on the restaurant and on the terrace with panoramic views over Lake Balaton and the pool. Every morning you can enjoy a rich buffet breakfast. Wine tastings are offered at an additional cost. Spa facilities include a Finnish sauna, an infra-red sauna, a pool with a children's section, a hot tub and many more. Massages and beauty treatments are available as well. You can also rent bicycles on site. The Tagore Promenade can be found right in front of the Hotel Golden Lake Resort. The Balaton Golf Club is 5 km away and the picturesque Tihany peninsula is 4 km away.Show full description
This small hotel has a great location in Balatonfüred and outstanding views!
Located in Nagyvázsony, 15 km from Lake Balaton, Hétkanyar Vendégház provides a well-equipped kitchen, a common lounge with a TV and a lush garden with barbecue facilities. Wi-Fi and private parking is available for free. All modern, bright rooms feature solid wood beds and a seating area. The bathrooms are located on the ground and on the upper floor as well and they come with floor heating. Bike rental and breakfast upon request are also available, in case of bad weather you can play darts in the Hétkanyar Vendégház. A beauty salon is 50 metres from the guest house, while a tennis court can be reached within 1 km. Kapolcs with its famous cultural events is 9 km from the premises.Show full description
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