Radisson Collection Hotel Basilica Budapest debuts beside St Stephen’s Basilica blending neoclassical heritage with modern luxury

(IN SHORT) Radisson Collection Hotel, Basilica Budapest has opened in the heart of the city, marking the brand’s debut in Hungary. Located just 50 meters from St. Stephen’s Basilica, the 71 individually designed rooms and suites—many with direct basilica views—combine restored neoclassical architecture with contemporary interiors, custom furnishings, curated art and modern amenities. The property includes a boutique fitness area and two flexible boardrooms for intimate meetings. Dining spans three concepts: the vintage-inspired Collection Café & Lounge for coffee and pastries; The Arc, an all-day bistro serving international comfort dishes, local wines and cocktails; and ISSEI Skybar & Restaurant, where Japanese–Peruvian Nikkei cuisine is paired with sweeping city views and music-led evenings. Perfectly situated for exploring Budapest’s contrasts—from historic Buda to energetic Pest—the hotel places guests near cultural highlights such as the Sziget Festival, Budapest Art Market and seasonal Christmas markets. General Manager Norbert Polyák emphasizes the immersive design-meets-city rhythm ethos, while Radisson Hotel Group’s Yilmaz Yildirimlar positions the opening as a new benchmark for boutique luxury in Central Europe. Bookings are available via radissonhotels.com.

(PRESS RELEASE) BRUSSELS/ BUDAPEST, 2025-Jul-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Anchored in the pulsing center of Hungary’s capital—mere steps from the monumental St. Stephen’s Basilica—the Radisson Collection Hotel, Basilica Budapest has opened its doors, fusing aristocratic heritage with present-day flair. The launch signals the brand’s first foray into Hungary and a confident statement of intent for cutting‑edge hospitality across Central Europe.

Once a neoclassical schoolhouse, the building has been painstakingly restored, its storied past woven seamlessly into a polished, design-forward present. Just 50 meters from the basilica itself, many of the 71 uniquely designed rooms and suites frame postcard-perfect views of the city’s most famous church. Inside, custom-crafted furniture, thoughtfully curated art, high-speed Wi-Fi, flat-screen televisions and indulgent bathrobes deliver an atmosphere that is both refined and relaxed, welcoming business travelers and style-conscious leisure guests alike. A compact, well-equipped fitness space and two interconnecting boardrooms provide spots for workouts, brainstorming and discreet executive meetings.

“This is more than accommodation—it’s a fresh lens on Budapest,” notes General Manager Norbert Polyák. “We set out to harmonize contemporary aesthetics with the city’s heartbeat. From a quiet sunrise overlooking the basilica to an evening high above the rooftops, guests should feel immersed in something genuinely special.”

Culinary rituals from dawn to dusk
Everyday pleasures—your first espresso, a spontaneous lunch, a celebratory dinner—are elevated across three distinctive venues. The street-facing Collection Café & Lounge channels vintage charm, ideal for artisan coffee, house-baked pastries and seasonal light bites, inviting unhurried mornings or casual catch-ups. The Arc, an airy, all-day bistro, plates comforting international favorites alongside local wines, signature cocktails and fresh cold-pressed juices. When the daytime glow gives way to Budapest’s glittering skyline, ISSEI Skybar & Restaurant takes center stage. Here, Japanese–Peruvian Nikkei cuisine meets panoramic views, striking interiors and curated music nights—creating a rooftop scene that is as sensory as it is social.

A gateway to a city of dualities
Budapest captivates with its juxtapositions: imperial facades beside edgy ruin bars, Belle Époque cafés next to contemporary galleries. Guests of Radisson Collection Hotel, Basilica Budapest are perfectly positioned to roam both banks of the Danube—up to the storied Buda Castle District or through Pest’s energetic quarters, including the Jewish Quarter and Liberty Square. The city’s cultural diary is packed year-round, from the Sziget Festival and Budapest Art Market to enchanting Christmas fairs. Whether the purpose is work, weekend escape or artistic exploration, inspiration lies around every corner.

“With Radisson Collection Hotel, Basilica Budapest we are ushering in a new expression of boutique luxury in one of Europe’s most compelling capitals,” says Yilmaz Yildirimlar, Chief Operating Officer Managed Hotels Europe, Radisson Hotel Group. “It’s a tribute to Budapest’s depth of character—timeless yet progressive, graceful yet buzzing with life.”

A view for every season
Spring festivals on the embankments, lazy Danube cruises in summer, gallery-hopping in the amber light of autumn, and twinkling winter markets—Budapest stages a spectacle in every season. Whether it’s an early-morning espresso or a cocktail at sunset, stays are framed by one of Europe’s most iconic vistas.

For reservations and further details, visit radissonhotels.com.

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SOURCE: Radisson Hotel Group