Straddling River Danube, the beautiful city of Budapest is both the economic and cultural capital of Hungary. The entire city has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its numerous buildings and monuments of both historical and cultural significance. Visit marvelous structures such as Buda Castle, Hungarian Parliament Building, and St. Stephen’s Basilica, and do keep time aside to check out the famous thermal baths. The tourist-friendly city can easily be explored on foot, or via the vast public transport system. No matter where you are in Budapest, from the cobbled streets to the 100-year-old apartment buildings, you are surrounded by rich history and culture.
The city needs to be walked and explored thoroughly to experience all its wonders, and a couple of days’ stay will just not be enough. So, stay for at least a week to explore the historic city from one of these best short-term rentals in Budapest, Hungary.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, decor, availability of dates, and short-term stay rules and regulations. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.
1. Modern apartment in the heart of District V (from USD 97)
Just across the road from Erzsébet Square, home of the Budapest Eye, this apartment allows you to explore the main attractions of this popular district. Within a 15-minute walking distance, you can reach Hungarian Parliament Building, the Danube promenade, Vaci Street, and St. Stephen’s Basilica. And as with almost anywhere in Budapest, you are close to a subway station for easy commuting.
The apartment opens into a spacious living, dining, and kitchen area on one side, and a bedroom with an open closet on the other. A minimum stay of two nights is required to book this rental, but that is just not enough time to go around this wonderful city. So, the host offers weekly and monthly discounts for guests choosing to book for seven days or longer.
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heater washer internet and tv all worked very wellemőke’s apartment is by far the nicest we have ever stayed in with air bnb(iron washer / kitchen tv etc) - as well as being so cleanhonestly: this was by far the best air bnb apartment we ever slept inemőke’s apartment is the perfect base for exploring budapestCleanliness:
everything was very clean and smelled really nice even a week laterit is very clean and well-equippedthe apartment was very clean neat and homeythe property was very clean smartly decorated with premium appliancesit was super clean very nice decorated had everything you needHost:
friendly host and caringshe is a brilliant host and was fantastic at communicating with usour host emõke was always available if we had any guestions she was very kind and helpfulemőke was an excellent host and she was very hospitableamazing apartment amazing host we had a lovely stayRead more reviewsLocation:
the best location in budapestbeautiful apartment in a great location with easy access to the heart of budapestthe apartment was amazing it’s located near budapest eye very close to fashion street and stit is also in a great locationbest location besides the eyes of budapest and commercial zone convenient transportation…
2. J28 - Joy of Wine (from USD 41)
Decorated in all white, this apartment is perfectly located for travelers looking to explore the Hungarian capital. Nyugati Pályaudvar, one of the main train stations in the city, is less than a five-minute walk away, while many bars, restaurants, and cinemas can also be easily accessed from the apartment. The well-furnished living, dining, and kitchen areas are open-plan, while the bedroom is located up a short flight of stairs.
As a welcome gift, the host offers you three complimentary bottles of Hungarian wine. The host also provides excellent weekly discounts in addition to pocket-friendly rates.
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this flat is very clean & comfortableadditionally it’s very clean and charmingplace clean and spacious and great value for moneyblanka's space is beautifully decorated and very cleanplace very clean and in a good locationHost:
a lovely appartment with a delightful hostblanka is a lovely and very helpful host who was quick to reply to any questionsthe host even provided plenty of tips and to do lists for my friend and ino words to describe how beautiful this place is blanka was so helpful and kind :)blanka was very helpful from start to finishRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is amazingthe location is also great close to everything and to all kinds of transport as wellgreat location and super place to staythe apartment has a great locationadorable space in a good central location
3. Renovated apartment perfect for families (from USD 40)
Skip hotels, and instead book this excellent apartment if you are traveling with family. In addition to great rates and lots of living space, the rental also offers weekly discounts. With an excellent location in the 13th district, this rental places you in the proximity of attractions such as Margaret Island and several eateries and bars.
The kitchen is well equipped for whipping up snacks and quick meals, in case you don’t want to go out to eat. The living room includes a Smart TV, and the balcony provides additional sitting space to enjoy a glass of famous Hungarian wine.
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the wifi and smart tv allow streaming movies from your netflix accountit has a nice little balcony a big kitchen and a tvwe especially liked adiel’s balcony in the morning and the awesome hot strong shower at nighta wonderful apartment that breathes budapest clean well equipped air-conditioned and superbly locatedCleanliness:
it was clean and well stockedadiel’s apartment was clean spacious and comfyadiel’d place is comfortable and cleanadiel's place is beautiful and cleanthe apartment is nice clean quiet cozy and very well equippedHost:
host was more than friendlyadiel is a wonderful hostadiel is a good host who helpes with all kind of questionsadiel and eszter are very nice hosts and quick to respondadiel is a thoughtful host who strives to meet your needsRead more reviewsLocation:
nice location within walking distance of stlocation is excellent with walking distance to train station and many attractionsnicely decorated apartment close to shops and a small walk away from restaurantsapartment was in a good locationbeautiful home with great location
4. The Raday7 (from USD 43)
This rental’s excellent location places you just two minutes from Calvin Square, giving you access to bus, tram, and metro simultaneously. You are also surrounded by numerous restaurants and shops, and just a 10-minute walk from the Hungarian National Museum.
The living and dining areas of the apartment are open-plan. There’s a separate kitchen and a loft-style bedroom, which can be reached via a ladder. In addition to the convenient location, great weekly discounts make this apartment an attractive choice for travelers to Budapest.
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the room was in a secure courtyard and was very safe and quiet at nightthe kitchen has nearly everything you'll need — except any welcoming tea/coffee or extras in the fridgejust be careful about the bed on the top of a very steep stairCleanliness:
clean and as advertisedclean and comfortableeverything was clean and well organizedapartment was clean and niceflat was clean bed upstairs comfortableHost:
lovely and very responsive host easy and fast check in and outRead more reviewsLocation:
great location very close to the transport linelocation is good 5 minutes walk to central marketstylish place in a great locationeverything is pretty much short walking distance including metro and straight bus to the airportthe place have very beautiful location very close to train and public transportation
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5. Compact studio in a convenient location (from USD 41)
If your plan for Budapest is to sightsee during the day and explore the cafes and nightlife in the evening, then this studio is just the place for you. It includes a kitchenette with the necessary appliances to prepare quick meals or breakfast. An excellent location, along with daily rates, makes this an attractive choice in Budapest. Additionally, guests reserving a stay for longer than seven days can expect discounts on the booking price.
The Opera metro station is a short walk away, while a trolley bus stop is right in front of the apartment building. The magnificent Hungarian State Opera is just about 450 m (1476 ft) from here, and can easily be reached on foot or a two-minute car ride.
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wifi overall was goodeven though there wasn’t ac the apartment stayed fairly cool in the hot weathervery nice small apartment in the center perfectthe apartment was just as described and in a fantastic locationmy stay was very comfortableCleanliness:
warm clean and cozysuper clean and reflecting the offerroom was clean and bathroom was roomythe flat was clean and comfortablethe place was nice and cleanHost:
andras was very responsivethe host is very responsive and friendlyandras is a super host he was kindly and helpfulandras is a very kind personandras was really responsive if needed and provided super clear explanationsRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is amazingwonderful location and very comfortableamazing apartment very convenient locationbest location to explore the citygreat location- easy to walk to many things
6. Renovated apartment in a historic building (from USD 57)
This apartment building dates back to 1915 and still features original mosaic work by prominent Hungarian artist Róth Miksa. As with buildings from that time period, this too features an inner corridor overlooking the courtyard. Weekly discounts, combined with a prime location, make this apartment a top choice for couples and small families visiting Budapest.
The bedroom features a sitting area next to the windows, while the kitchen includes a dining table for two. The kitchen also comes with a full-size fridge and a gas hob for quick meals before you go out to explore this magnificent city.
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the apartment was really lovely and even had a small balcony which we were not expectingthis is a lovely apartment in a quiet area of district 7 of budapestthe apartment itself is fantastic: roomy and wonderfully decoratedCleanliness:
very clean and stylishextremely clean and spaciousspace was clean and bedroom was spaciousclean and the little touches helpit was clean and spotless and everything was exactly like on the picturesHost:
hosts friendly helpful and reply quicklythey were very responsive and attentive toothe hosts are friendly and they will quick to respond at any questions and favorsthe owners are very nice and willing to helpthe automatic check-in service is so handy and the owners were kind and professional the whole timeRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is fantastic - close to buses and a big railway/metro stationthere is a market within walking distance and some restaurants like paprika nearbynot central location but well connected with public transportthe center is located 2 stops by metro so greatnice cozy apartment in a quiet location
7. Family friendly apartment close to public transport (from USD 43)
Located on the top floor of a residential building, this apartment allows you to experience real Budapest, away from the tourist enclaves. This value-for-money property offers additional weekly discounts for guests booking a stay for more than seven days.
Large windows facing the street and the courtyard welcome natural light into all the rooms of this apartment. The inner courtyard comes with a play area making this place an excellent choice for families exploring Budapest. Renovated in 2014, the kitchen features high-end appliances, including a dishwasher and an oven.
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two bedrooms nice kitchen and balconythe apartment is renovated with new furniture and comfortable bedsthe flat was quiet with lots of sunlight and a strong wifi signalthe space itself is well equipped with a great kitchen great coffee and a bakery downstairson top of that the flat is really good equipped with an air condition and a modern kitchenCleanliness:
very clean well keptthe apartment was extremely clean and organisedlovely apartment very clean and moderngreat clean place would definitely stay againthe apartment was clean and tidy when i arrivedHost:
andrea is a very good hostsure i would recommend appartement and hostthe host communicated quickly and clearlyhosts very hospitable welcoming and happy to helpandrea was an excellent host who was so responsive and accommodating to anything we neededRead more reviewsLocation:
location is very central and practical shopping is easyvery good location close to public transportation and supermarketsgreat space and awesome locationlocation is excellent definitely a great place to stay :)the transport is perfect anywhere in the city by bus tram and metro
8. Tastefully decorated flat in a historic building (from USD 57)
This historic building is 150 years old, but the apartment has been renovated, keeping in mind the needs of the modern traveler. The rental is divided into a kitchen-cum-dining area and a bedroom-cum-living space. Large windows in both spaces allow natural light to flood the apartment and give guests the chance to feel connected with the neighborhood.
Guests staying here for over a week receive discounts. Located just off the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Andrassy Avenue, this apartment is perfect for tourists visiting Budapest for the first time.
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the apartment was very clean equipped with a/c and numerous other helpful amenitiesthe living room/bedroom is a very pretty room with high ceilings and large windowsthe studio apartment is clean spacious and fully equipped with modern appliances and furnitureCleanliness:
and the apartment is clean beautiful and spaciousso spacious beautiful and cleanclean apartment great host and great locationgreat place awesome location and so clean and comfythe apartment is centrally located very clean and organized and has everything you would needHost:
they had the best hospitality of any host i have ever stayed withvirág and eva were lovely hoststhey provided helpful maps and tips to navigate the citythe host was very easy to contact and responded promptlythey are also very responsive to our questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
great location as it was a 5 minute walk to the bus stop for the airport shuttlethe location was also excellent close to attractions both on foot and via public transportationlocation very close to some of the best restaurants in budapestit's in a great location a short walk to st peters basilica and parliamentwe enjoyed hanging around this room and the location is very central
9. Homey unit in central Budapest
Housed in a historic building, this apartment features all modern amenities while still retaining some of its original elements. All the rooms in this rental come with large windows ensuring lots of sunlight during the day. A minimum stay of seven nights is required to book this unit, but the host also adds a weekly discount for guests.
Boasting one of the best locations in the city, guests picking this property are within 200 m (656 ft) of bus, tram, metro, and a boat stop. The apartment balcony overlooks the popular pedestrian-only Vaci Street where you can find several shopping outlets.
Budapest, Hungary
972 meters (0.7 ft) from Central Market HallAccommodates: 3
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the bed is reasonably comfortable and the heating and the air conditioning both work very wellhowever we had a huge issue with the bedthe kitchen is well-equipped (including a dishwasher and a washer) and the eating and sitting areas are comfortablewould highly recommend annamaria’s apartmentthe apartment is lovely extremely clean with lots of amenities and useful informationCleanliness:
the apartment was very clean and well equippedit was clean and homely and would highly recommendspacious light clean and comfortablethe place is spotless lots of space and lovely facilitiesthe place itself is very clean cozy well organized and decorated and has all facilities needed and beyondHost:
communications with the owner were just as fantasticthank you annamarie for being the perfect hostannamaria is a very nice hostannamaria is a wonderful host who was very responsive to my messages questions and needsannamarie is the most wonderful and caring host you could hope forRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was ideal to discover budapestand the location is perfectwe enjoyed the location immenselythis apartment was in a great location - very close to the rivergreat location and lovely space
10. Centrally located studio with balcony
Located on the Pest side of Budapest, this cute studio is perfect for couples and solo travelers. Despite it being a studio, the property features a separate full kitchen making it easy to prepare quick meals once in a while. As with most places in Budapest, this rental is also within walking distance of both a tram stop and a train station.
In addition to a great location, this value-for-money studio also offers nice weekly discounts for guests booking accommodation for longer than seven days.
Budapest, Hungary
1.67 km (1.1 mi) from Central Market HallSuperhostAccommodates: 2
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the apartment was just like the photoswhat can improve: pillows and the air conditioner makes a lot of noiseexcellent room it is exactly as shown in the photosthe apartment is as described and good value for moneyhe met us an hour before normal checkin had the room ready and answered all our questionsCleanliness:
very clean and perfect for couplesa cozy spot that is clean and tidypeter's place was very clean cosy and safefurthermore the apartment was clean and well equippedplace is also sparking clean with all you needHost:
host is also very responsivepeter is a great hostpeter was a great host responded quickly to any questions and very helpful before and after our arrivalsuper nice and friendly hostpeter is kind to give all information neededRead more reviewsLocation:
the location? perfectthe location of the apartment is central and calmthe location is great with everything important in walking distanceit is in an ideal locationgreat location you can’t beat it
Budapest, the perfect amalgamation of the old and the new
With a history dating back hundreds of years, Budapest is one of the most culturally rich cities in the world. With numerous historical monuments spread on both sides of River Danube, you will want to stay a little longer to explore this charming city. Come and discover this gem in Eastern Europe from these top short-term rentals in Budapest, Hungary.
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