Budapest is divided in two by the Danube and once was two cities, Buda and Pest. Anyone who visits Budapest falls in love with it; it is definitely one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. Wherever you look when staying in an apartment rental in Budapest you will see some spectacular building or view, and this is the same summer and winter. A special treat would be to stay in a Budapest serviced flat when the Christmas market is on, when the magic of the season really comes alive with brightly lit trees and pretty much guaranteed snow.

But Budapest isn’t just about views and architecture. There is a lot to do when staying in a city centre (center) apartment in Budapest even if you are really sporty or keen on keeping fit. Margaret Island, one of seven in the Danube within the city limits, has swimming pools and a water park, as well as running and cycling tracks. There are also fitness centres in the park which covers almost the entire area, but in the evening the island is where the locals come to party. If your Budapest short stay apartment or aparthotel is not near to Margaret Island, come early and be prepared to stay late.

The parliament building in Budapest is built, like London’s, along the river bank and is a neo-Gothic masterpiece, with domes, towers and red-tiled roofs. You can see the crown jewels here. Less usual as something to go and see while you enjoy your visit to Budapest in your holiday rental is the right hand of St Stephen, the city’s patron saint, which is displayed in the beautiful Basilica.

Even travelling on the underground is an amazing adventure you should try to experience when staying in a holiday let in Budapest. The system is the oldest in Europe and many of the stations have been preserved in their original condition. You don’t have to be a train buff to thoroughly enjoy the ride and you will be able to combine this with actually going somewhere just as incredible, for example one of the castles in the city, either Vajdahunyad or Buda Castle – don’t forget, many of the sights in this once twinned city come in twos. For an unforgettable photograph to remind you of your stay in one of Budapest’s serviced apartments, a visit to the Fisherman’s Bastion takes you not just to a very photogenic building in itself but also to a viewpoint where the whole of Budapest is laid at your feet.

Serviced and self-catered apartments, flats, holiday lets and aparthotels can be up to 30% cheaper than most equivalent hotel rooms and are becoming increasingly popular due to the freedom they offer. Whether it’s a short stay apartment you are looking for or a long term apartment, our holiday apartments combine all the amenities and comforts of home.  With plenty of room why stay in a cramped hotel room when you can stay in spacious surroundings in and around Budapest city centre.

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