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SWU Magazine Rooms

3.5 star property
Travelers find a peaceful sanctuary with convenient access to Budapest's treasures, including the magnificent St. Stephen's Basilica

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The Magazine Rooms sits near Margaret Island, offering a quiet retreat in the heart of Budapest. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool, use the in-room WiFi, and easily walk to cultural landmarks like the Hungarian State Opera House and St. Stephen's Basilica.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Superior Quadruple Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Studio | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Studio

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Espresso maker
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room With Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Studio With Balcony

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Located in Budapest City Centre, a neighborhood in Budapest, SWU Magazine Rooms is near a metro station. Hungarian State Opera House and Szechenyi Chain Bridge are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Budapest Christmas Market and Széchenyi Thermal Bath. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ferenc Puskas Stadium or Papp Laszlo Sports Arena.
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Király Utca, 40 B, Budapest, BUD, 1061

What's nearby

  • Ferenc Liszt Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Oktogon - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hungarian State Opera House - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Dohany Street Synagogue - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • St. Stephen's Basilica - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Király utca / Erzsébet körút Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • Budapest-Nyugati Station - 15 min walk
  • Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anytime Bar & Entertainment - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Előre 57. számú italbolt - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Frici Papa Kifőzdéje - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hummus Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hokedli Pottage Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

SWU Magazine Rooms

Pension near Hungarian State Opera House
Close to St. Stephen's Basilica and Budapest Christmas Market, SWU Magazine Rooms has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an elevator, and luggage storage
  • A front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms at SWU Magazine Rooms have thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 17 for adults and EUR 17 for children

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests are recommended to download the property's GuestAdvisor mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 17 for adults and EUR 17 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number PA21030438

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from June to August

Property is also known as

The Magazine Rooms
SWU Magazine Rooms Pension
SWU Magazine Rooms Budapest
SWU Magazine Rooms Pension Budapest

Frequently asked questions

Does SWU Magazine Rooms have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is SWU Magazine Rooms pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at SWU Magazine Rooms?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SWU Magazine Rooms?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is SWU Magazine Rooms located?

Located in Budapest City Centre, this pension is within a 10-minute walk of Kiraly Street and Hungarian State Opera House. St. Stephen's Basilica and Budapest Christmas Market are also within 1 mi (2 km). Király utca / Erzsébet körút Tram Stop is only a 3-minute walk and Oktogon Station is 6 minutes.

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Reviews

SWU Magazine Rooms Reviews

6.8

7.2

Cleanliness

5.0

Amenities

6.8

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 19 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had all thr amenities we needed. Good location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was amazing stay very clean and comfortable specially breakfast at zui was amazing they gave us vouchers but second day breakfast at bistro bar was pathetic they served us cold bread with burnt eggs and very in tidy plates and we wanted to puke but Zui was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Very very well location Central and with walking distance to everything. Quiet in the night, pool on the roof. Not more to wish for.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location- room was pleasant. Staff not on site but exchanges via email very pleasant and helpful. It was a bit confusing checking in due to lack of on site reception- we ended up trying to access the
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location, the second entry is through the parkade, once you know this easy to come and go. Uses an app as door let, never worked for us but had physical key available. Bed very firm, but accommodating with extra linens
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Maria

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not clean. Balcony couldn’t be used. Had to have curtains closed all day because of construction going on outside.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lamiyye

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very bad
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillemark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Muito bom, quarto novinho e bem localizado, super recomendo.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location in the heart of the district in the middle of the bars, clubs and restaurants..great value...not fancy but comfortable clean safe and convenient for a great price. Staff was immediately available to help me with the blue tooth key system I was not familiar with
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cristian

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Non andate

Camera buoia causa lvori fuori dalla finestra sul ponteggio proprio della nostra finestra c'era un operaio. Chiesto aiuto telefonico perche non hanjo reception di persona parlo del problema e mi agganciano. Richiamo e non mi ripsondono più. Camera diversa dalla suites per 4 persone da me pagata. Parti della struttura mmalmessi camera e dalla piscina
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Pernilla

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Ett bra hotell med riktigt bra läge. Dock ingen reception i detta hotell utan endast i systerhotellet som ligger ca 5min promenad bort. Det finns en kvinna på plats men hon är bara där för de boende och svarar inte på några frågor och kan inte heller engelska.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Asko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Siisti huone
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Sanne

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Ligia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mans

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rasmus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

anna

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Mette

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025