Located in Budapest, the capital of Hungary, Széchenyi Thermal Bath is the largest thermal bath in Europe, with a pool area of 2711.9 square meters. Built in the early 20th century, the entire building retains the classic Neo-Baroque style of the 18th century. The cream-yellow exterior paired with the dark red dome makes it look as majestic as a palace. As one of the best mineral water thermal baths in the world, the water quality here has excellent medicinal and health benefits, being particularly effective for rheumatism and cervical spondylosis. Some doctors even prescribe 'a bath at Széchenyi Thermal Bath' in their prescriptions.
Hévíz Thermal Lake
You wouldn't believe it, but in the tranquil town of Hévíz, there lies Europe's largest warm water thermal lake. Hévíz Thermal Lake is the second largest thermal lake in the world, with a depth reaching nearly 40 meters and a daily output of 600 million liters of thermal water. It is said that the water in the lake automatically changes every 28 hours, and even in the cold winter, the water temperature here does not drop below 22°C. After a leisurely stroll through the town, come here to wash away the day's fatigue.
Gellért Thermal Bath
It is said that this is the most beautiful thermal bath in all of Hungary. Located within the Gellért Hotel on Gellért Hill, Gellért Thermal Bath is another famous thermal bath in Budapest. The magnificent hall, maze-like corridors, and medieval sculptures make you feel as if you are in a fairytale palace. The thermal bath also offers a variety of therapeutic services. In addition to medical baths and steam saunas, there are also volcanic stone massages, chocolate therapy, and Cleopatra baths, all of which sound incredibly cool and are waiting for you to try them out.
Kehida Thermal Spa
Kehida Thermal Spa is located in the Zala Valley, 9 kilometers from Hévíz. In terms of facilities, it is arguably the most versatile of all spas. In addition to rooms equipped with air conditioning, TV, telephone, and minibar, there are also baby rooms, non-smoking rooms, hypoallergenic rooms, and rooms for disabled guests. Moreover, besides the outdoor fun pool, wave pool, children's shallow pool, pool bar, spray island, and salad bar, this spa also features Hungary's only tubular water slide with sound and light effects indoors. Of course, the medical functions of this spa are also top-notch. The thermal water, rich in sulfate, is particularly beneficial for the treatment of musculoskeletal, nervous system, and gynecological diseases.
Rudas Baths
Rudas Baths is another spa center built around 1550 during the Ottoman Empire era. It features a large octagonal swimming pool and four smaller pools, all located under a typical Turkish dome. This pool is mixed-gender only on weekends and alternates between women and men throughout the week, so check the schedule before you visit. The Rudas panoramic rooftop pool offers visitors unparalleled views of the Danube River and its bridges.
Buda
In Buda, there is the Veli Bej Spa, a Turkish bath with a 450-year history.
Király Thermal Baths
Built in the 16th century, the authentic Király Thermal Baths have been open to the public ever since. Király Baths is one of the most worthwhile spas to visit. Although it is small, with only four pools, this place has stood in the same spot since the Ottoman era, and bathing here feels like stepping back in time. If you enjoy ancient architecture or are a history enthusiast, it is worth a visit.
Lukács Thermal Bath
Lukács Thermal Bath still offers traditional Turkish bath massage services.
Corinthia Hotel
The Royal Spa at the Corinthia Hotel opened in 1886 and is one of the most luxurious spas in Budapest. Its main feature is a large 15-meter swimming pool, set in a magnificent architectural masterpiece. Relaxation rooms, saunas, steam baths, and hot tubs are also available to visitors. If you want to relax with a facial or body massage, a range of ESPA treatments is also offered. The Royal Spa is located at the Corinthia Hotel Budapest. The spa at the Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest offers a range of treatments, such as Hungarian mud wraps. The Four Seasons Hotel and Resorts Budapest is located in the Gresham Palace and is considered one of the best five-star hotels in the city.
Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest
Veli Bej (or Császár Bath) Veli Bej (also known as Császár Bath) was originally commissioned by the Ottoman statesman Sokollu Mustafa and was considered the most beautiful bath of its time when it was built in the 16th century. Beautifully renovated in 2017, it features a large octagonal thermal pool surrounded by four smaller pools. The magnificent building also includes modern swimming pools, steam baths, saunas, hot tubs, and spa-specific bathtubs.
Danubius Health Spa Resort Margitsziget
Danubius Health Spa Resort Margitsziget uses three types of natural spring water. Margaret Island is located in the city center and is known as the 'Spa Island of Budapest.' Visitors can experience the island's thermal waters in various places, but Danubius Health Spa Resort Margitsziget is one of the standout locations. The hotel's thermal baths, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, spa baths, saunas, steam baths, and aromatherapy baths all use three streams of natural spring water.
