Popularly known as “The Queen of the West”, Szombathely is an exciting place to visit given its unique character, geographical location on the Gyongyos River, its history, and the unique culture. Szombathely was founded by the Roman emperor Claudius in 43 A.D. Located southeast of Vienna and west of Budapest near the frontier with Austria, Szombathely is known for the legacy of Roman ruins, the remnant of the famous Amber Road, its textiles, agricultural machinery, and shoes. The city has historical museums like the Eolbey House, art galleries, and buildings erected centuries back but ruined as a result of the World War II. Szombathely has lots to offer, such as synagogues, mosques, and cathedrals of Baroque and Moorish customs. Planning a trip to Szombathely? Consider staying at one of these great Airbnb vacation rentals below!
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 02, 2024.
1. Lovely village house close to spas (from USD 69)
This dog-friendly, eco-village house is on an isolated farm with horses, only 5-10 minutes from the city centre. The home has two bedrooms with four beds and 1.5 baths. It has all of the modern amenities of a nice hotel. The house is decorated with antiques but has top-notch appliances such as food processor, coffee maker, kitchen with large fridge and freezer, oven, stove, convection, and steaming microwave. The bathroom features a huge soaker tub, washer and tumble dryer (in addition to line drying outside). The accommodation has a pair of bicycles for loan. Cafe, grocery stores and a great Italian restaurant/bar called Ciao Amigo are within walking distance.
Top guest reviews
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very good bed - and coffee machine can only be recommendedthe beds were very comfortable and it looks like the bathroom has recently been updatedthey helped us with the packages and get comfortable and even served a tasty dinnerwe much enjoyed having breakfast outsidein particular we will remember the double bed in the main sleeping room: like homeCleanliness:
the home was clean and the property is so peacefulgabor made us feel very welcome and the house was great very spacious and cleanHost:
gabor is a friendly hostgabor is an excellent host in a manner of hospitalitygreat place with a lovely hostgábor is a very nice host attentive and providerperfect host thank you for everythingRead more reviewsLocation:
söpte is very close to szombathely where you can find shopping and great sightsit is just a perfect place to go and relax for couple of daysgabor's place is a very romantic house with big gardenwe spent a long weekend at gábor's place which is wonderful the house is beautiful and really comfythe house is very calm and quite garden is rather a park - beautiful :)
2. First-floor small apartment (from USD 42)
This small first-floor apartment has two pull-out beds and one bath. The apartment has a well-equipped kitchen with a fridge, microwave, coffee machine, flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, indoor fireplace, central heating, and parking facilities. Located in the city centre, everything is accessible on foot. The swimming pool and beach bath, Progress Hall, and the train station are 10 minutes from the place.
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friendly hosts who clearly cares about his guestsRead more reviewsLocation:
very kind and flexible host perfect central location well-eqipped apartement
3. Cozy wooden cottage near the forest (from USD 90)
Located at a short distance from the town and stores, this cabin is spacious and well arranged. This fully furnished cottage has two bedrooms with six beds and one bath. There is a nice, big fireplace in the middle of the living room. Wi-Fi is not available, but the accommodation has a TV, central heating, and other essentials. Hidden deep within the thick forests of the pagan valley, it is a perfect place for those who want to spend some time in the lap of nature. The winding hiking trails passing through mature forests of beech and oak are just a joy.
Top guest reviews
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it's large comfortable and has all the amenities needed for cookingthe wooden cottage was wonderful cozy and well-equippeddata and cell reception very bad that's perfect 4 comfortable beds and 2 ok sofasit proved to be a comfortable home-base for our trips around the regionCleanliness:
everything was very cleanit's spacious clean and quietthe house is very clean and it is lovely furnishedeverything was beautifully kept clean and perfectly prepared for our arrivalthe place was clean and tidy location great for a long walks and playHost:
tamás is a great reliable hosttamas is a perfect hostthe host must be a very cool guyour host tamas was very kind and helpful with ustamás is a great host easy to communicate with very helpful and kindRead more reviewsLocation:
we enjoyed the peaceful locationlovely house in a gorgeous locationthe location is wonderful and quietthis place is the paradisethis place is absolutely perfect to have a break and recover from city life
4. Comfy cottage in the vineyards (from USD 125)
Located between vineyards and surrounded by a three-foot-tall fence, this up-to-date cottage has a large terrace and a cozy private garden. The cottage has a comfortable bedroom with a double bed, a fireplace, air-conditioner, cable TV, central heating, an iron, and ironing board. There is one queen-size sofa bed in the living room. The kitchen has a coffee machine and the necessary utensils. Washing machine and dryer is also available in the house. It has a big terrace table that can seat 8-10 people. The famous wine village Deutsch Schutzen is just five minutes away in the opposite direction. The town has a grocery store and some restaurants. There is also a famous 2-star restaurant.
Top guest reviews
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very well equipped and spotlessly cleanRead more reviewsHost:
also rainer was the best host we have ever met
5. Romantic holiday house with a beautiful view (from USD 182)
This holiday house has three large bedrooms with eight beds, two bathrooms, and a well-equipped living-dining room. The terrace of the home offers a beautiful view of the vineyards and the Hungary city. The accommodation has a TV, Wi-Fi, central heating, and free parking facilities.
6. Modern and spacious apartment
This stylish and spacious apartment has two bedrooms with four beds and one bath. The rooms are neat, clean and the kitchen has all the necessary items for cooking. The beds are quite comfortable. The accommodation has Ethernet connection, TV, iron, central heating, barbecue area, and parking is just next to the apartment. There are table and chairs on an adjacent veranda for meals outside.
Bozsok, Hungary
7.29 km (4.6 mi) from HétforrásTop guest reviews
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the beds were very comfortableCleanliness:
great place for staying very clean quiet and helpful familythe rooms were extremely clean and the kitchen was ideal for a short staythe house is not only beautiful clean amd comfortable but also the host is absolutely greatRead more reviewsHost:
very nice hosts good communication :-)
7. Spacious apartment
This spacious apartment has two bedrooms with six beds and one bath. Each room has a flat-screen TV. The fully equipped kitchen has a microwave, kettle, etc. The apartment also has a terrace offering a beautiful view of the surroundings. The accommodation has an indoor fireplace, iron, central heating and parking facilities. Sports Hall, Boating House, Arena, Walking Sports Hall, Bathing Bath are located nearby. The downtown is five minutes by car from the place.
18.36 km (11.5 mi) from Hétforrás
8. Beautiful house with a loving decor
This beautiful house has a double bed with four beds and one bath with a free-standing bathtub. The gallery has an SAT-TV, Living/dining room has a sofa bed, fireplace. The kitchen has Nespresso coffee machine with two capsules per day, stove, fridge with freezer, dishwasher, DeLonghi mini baking oven, basic food (salt, pepper, sugar, tea, vinegar, oil). The terrace in front of the house has seating, hammock, and deck in the middle of the vineyard. Other amenities include TV, air-conditioner, and crib. There are many cafes/restaurants within a radius of 5 - 15 km (3.10-8.077 miles).
Eisenberg an der Pinka, Burgenland, Austria
22.26 km (13.9 mi) from HétforrásAccommodates: 4
9. One-bedroom flat in Szombathely
This one-room apartment has a French bed, a corner sofa, and one bath suitable for two people. The kitchen is equipped with a microwave, a fridge, and gas cooker. The refrigerator is stocked with soft and energy drinks, and tea is always available. There is a two-door wardrobe and a hanging wardrobe. Other amenities include cable TV, Wi-Fi, iron, and central heating. The free car park is available outside the condominium. The apartment is located close to the city centre. The main bus terminal is located on Ady Square, within 5-7 minutes walking distance from the property.
18.68 km (11.7 mi) from HétforrásAccommodates: 3
Top guest reviews
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great place in szombathely very close to the hospital or a 15 minute walk downtown
10. Karoly Robert Apartment
This well-equipped, clean, and stylish apartment has a bedroom with two beds and one bath. The accommodation has a kitchen with a kettle, coffee maker, toaster, and sandwich maker. Other amenities include breakfast, unlimited tea and coffee, Wi-Fi, TV, central heating, iron and hairdryer in the bathroom. Within 300 meters (984.25 foot), there are Muller, Interspar, KIK, Aldi, Pepco, and OMV. The bus station is in front of the apartment.
21.16 km (13.2 mi) from HétforrásAccommodates: 4
The Queen of the West
With its Roman history and many attractions, ‘The Queen of the West’ Szombathely is a must-visit destination in Hungary. Not only from tourism, it is an exciting place to visit from a historical perspective as well.
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