CNN: where to go for the perfect wellness weekend in Budapest

Apart from the fascinating history, impressive architecture and amazing gastronomy, Budapest has a lot more to offer. Towards the end of the year, we could all use a bit of peace and relaxation. Whether you want a revitalising yoga retreat or a restful spa getaway, Budapest is the perfect destination.

Rudas Bath’s medicinal massages

As one of the most popular, authentic Turkish thermal baths, this bathhouse offers a wide range of services, among which are the more extensive massage programmes – reports CNN. Visitors can enjoy several smaller thermal pools with medicinal benefits, while there is also a large swimming pool, saunas, a steam room, a rooftop hot tub and several massage rooms. Experienced masseurs can help ease the problems of stress and sleeping difficulties through an aroma massage, for example, that relaxes both the body and the mind. Those suffering from joint pain and muscle tension can opt for a thermal massage that helps relax the body. There are VIP massages available as well; the most interesting one is probably the Kolop medicinal mud treatment that uses healing mud from the River Tisza and is perfect for easing sports injuries.

Prices differ during the week and at the weekend, but they are open every day from 6 am to 8 pm.

Széchenyi Bath’s thermal beer spa

Located in the heart of City Park, visitors can take full advantage of the ten indoor pools, saunas, steam room and the outside bathing area that this bathhouse offers. The massage treatments cost extra; however, they are sure to provide a unique experience. For example, the beer spa offers the perfect revitalisation opportunity for the winter months, with its 36-degree hot bath that includes minerals and natural extracts, such as yeast, malt and barley, used in the process of brewing beer. You can go alone or with a friend and enjoy the quirky bath along with local beer that is served as part of the treatment.

For prices and opening hours, check out their website.

Csillaghegyi Árpád Baths, wellness centre

As one of Europe’s largest open-air bathing complexes, the Csillaghegyi Árpád Baths have a lot to offer. Apart from activity pools, thermal pools and medicinal waters, visitors can enjoy infrared and Finnish saunas as well as a 33-metre long swimming pool for the lovers of swimming. It is the perfect choice for those who crave a sauna treatment, as there are a lot of options for that here, including an aroma sauna, a panorama sauna, a bio sauna, a hellish sauna as well as a salt bath, a steam chamber, immersion pools and a 36-degree hot relaxation pool. In addition, thanks to the panorama terrace, it is possible to relax, let all the tension and toxins leave your body while treating your eyes and soul to the marvellous view of the surrounding area.