Budapest’s iconic hotel to celebrate its 2nd anniversary! – PHOTOS

Budapest’s iconic hotel will be celebrating its 2nd anniversary on June 28th. Since its opening, the luxury hotel has established itself as the capital’s most elegant social hub, garnering numerous domestic and international awards.

Two years ago, Matild Palace welcomed its first guests after an extensive and meticulous renovation period. The historic building, initially constructed 120 years ago under the patronage of Her Imperial and Royal Highness Maria Klotild of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, was designed to serve as a social center for the capital.

In the summer of 2021, Matild Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Budapest, opened its doors as part of The Luxury Collection portfolio within Marriott International’s hotel chain. The hotel also unveiled the first European outpost of Spago – now a Michelin-recommended restaurant – the signature restaurant of the world-renowned master chef Wolfgang Puck.

Additionally, The Duchess rooftop bar offers a captivating entertainment venue with breathtaking views, while the hotel’s Matild Café & Cabaret, formerly known as Belvárosi Kávéház, brings a fresh and glamorous experience to local and international guests, establishing itself as a prominent venue for cultural life.

“Matild Palace is more than just a hotel; it is a social center that warmly welcomes Hungarian guests as well. We always strive to serve the local community, and it’s gratifying to see that the majority of our guests are Hungarian,” commented Selim Ölmez, General Manager, emphasizing the diversity of their clientele.

Countless awards

Since its inauguration, the luxury hotel, situated in a neo-Baroque building designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site, has received numerous accolades. Notably, Matild Palace was honored with the Best Luxury Hotel and Best Luxury Guest Room titles at the esteemed Gold Key Awards for Excellence in Hospitality Design in 2021.

In 2022, the hotel received the Architectural Excellence Award from the Foundation For Constructors’ Masterworks and secured top honors in three categories at the Klasszis TopDesign 2022 Awards, Hungary’s exclusive international hospitality and hotel design competition. As a result, Matild Palace was recognized as the Klasszis TopDesign Capital Hotel of the Year 2022, with its guest rooms earning the Klasszis TopDesign Guest Room of the Year distinction.

The Matild Café & Cabaret, known for its captivating revue shows, was named Klasszis TopDesign Café of the Year. In
February 2023, Matild Palace garnered six additional awards at the prestigious International Property Awards in London, which represent a globally recognized standard of excellence. These awards spanned various categories, including the hotel’s conference rooms, suites, bathrooms, as well as the renowned Spago by Wolfgang Puck Budapest and The Duchess rooftop bar. The most recent honor received by Matild Palace was at the Audi-Dining Guide TOP 100 Restaurant Awards 2023, which also recognized five-star luxury hotels this year, with Matild Palace emerging as the winner.