The indulgent spirit of Hungarian hospitality is rightfully legendary – many hotels here offer world-class accommodations and services with genuinely caring professionalism, often offered for remarkably friendly prices. We look around at the latest developments in Budapest’s hotel scene for the freshest news, special promotions, and unbelievable bargains of Autumn 2014.

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Sofitel Budapest Chain Bridge

After creating his own Castillo de Canena olive oil to widespread acclaim, Jeremy Cayron – head chef of the riverfront hotel’s panoramic Paris Budapest restaurant – now offers his exclusive PER SÉ sturgeon caviar among the extraordinary French-influenced cuisine available here. Brought to fruition with Iranian methods, this succulent seafood specialty can be a perfect accompaniment to crisp glassfuls of the hotel’s privately produced Riesling wine, refined from Hungarian-grown grapes.

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Danubius Hotel Astoria City Center

This elegantly historic hotel is an excellent base for exploring Hungary’s capital, and with the “Taste of Budapest” package offered here through December 27, guests indulge in some quintessential experiences of the Magyar metropolis. In addition to two nights’ lodging with buffet breakfast included, visitors receive a ticket to either the Hungarian National Gallery or the Museum of Fine Arts, along with a dessert and coffee at the famed Gundel Restaurant – all for as little as 110 euros per person.

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K + K Hotel Opera

Tucked on a side street just a few steps away from the magnificent Hungarian State Opera House, this downtown hotel welcomes city visitors with the “Autumn Special” package available through November, including two nights of accommodations, a tasty buffet breakfast with sparkling wine, free access to the wellness area with a cozy sauna, and even a voucher for a daytime Danube cruise in a glass-covered riverboat to be enjoyed with a complimentary drink aboard; prices start at 192 euros per person.

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Expo Congress Hotel

Impress your professional associates with a top-notch presentation hosted before a backdrop of far-reaching Budapest views. With this modern hotel’s “Sky Conference” package, 30 to 100 participants can take care of business in the fully equipped upper-story Sky Room with picture windows overlooking most of the city, with bonus features including mineral water, coffee breaks, buffet lunch, WiFi access, and accommodation in a standard room – everything is provided for only 79 euros per person per night.

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Petneházy Club Hotel

Hidden amid the forested Buda Hills while still being located just a few minutes’ drive from the city center, the year-round amenities of this full-service resort include an indoor pool, a covered tennis court, and massage facilities. Couples can enjoy all of this and more with the “Sweet Romance” package available through December 20, welcoming two people to share a private cottage with its own sauna along with homemade chocolate, a bottle of champagne, and a buffet breakfast for only 24,900 forints. Buda II, Feketefej u. 2-4. www.petnehazy-clubhotel.hu