Moxy Hotels checks into Hungary with opening of Moxy Budapest Downtown | News
Moxy Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of more than 30 specialty hotel brands, debuted in Hungary with the opening of Moxy Budapest Downtown. Located on vibrant Kazinczy Street in one of Budapest’s most energetic neighborhoods, the hotel brings Moxy Hotels’ playful, experiential hospitality to the city, offering a bold new base for curious, socially-minded travelers.
“Moxy Budapest Downtown marks an important milestone for the brand as it enters the Hungarian market. Budapest’s creative energy, nightlife and cultural scene make it a perfect match for Moxy Hotels, and we look forward to welcoming guests to the brand’s latest European opening,” said Sandra Schulze-Potgieter, Vice President, Premium, Select & Midscale Brands, Europe, Middle East & Africa, Marriott International.
The new hotel is located in a former dance institute in a neighborhood known for its architecture, creative scene and nightlife. Moxy Hotels playfully displays subtle references to ballet, movement and the free-spirited legacy of Empress Elisabeth (“Sisi”), a former queen of Hungary, throughout the design. Designed by internationally recognized Austrian architects and designers BWM, the interiors combine industrial textures and theatrical lighting to create a bold atmosphere, anchored by a large graffiti artwork by local artist Áron Hidvégi in the lobby, reflecting the contrast between Budapest’s historic identity and its modern creative energy.
True to the groundbreaking spirit of Moxy Hotels, the fun starts at Bar Moxy, where guests enjoy a welcome cocktail while a crew member checks them in. Vibrant public spaces and curated programming are designed to encourage spontaneous moments, creative encounters and shared experiences. The 281 rooms of Moxy Budapest Downtown offer modern comfort, functional technology and a work space. Guests can enjoy the hotel’s fully equipped 24/7 fitness center and connect with colleagues in two purpose-built meeting and event spaces.
Moxy Budapest Downtown takes fun hunters for cocktails at the rooftop bar Saddle & Sky. Inspired by Sisi’s passion for horse riding, Saddle & Sky will be joined by future street-level restaurant concepts as the hotel hopes to become part of the neighborhood’s social fabric.
Developed by Hungarian real estate developer and investment company Forestay Group, the project is part of a broader urban revitalization vision for central Budapest. In addition to introducing the first Moxy Hotels property in Hungary, the development contributes to the ongoing transformation of Kazinczy Street and the surrounding neighborhood into a vibrant mixed-use urban destination that combines hospitality, gastronomy, culture and community spaces.
Moxy Budapest Downtown is also strongly committed to sustainable urban development. The project achieved BREEAM Excellent certification, making it one of the leading environmentally conscious hospitality developments in the region. Key sustainability features include energy-efficient building systems, solar panels and more than 80 EV charging stations. As part of the project, 81 mature trees and more than 10,000 perennial ornamental plants and shrubs have been incorporated into the hotel’s surroundings, contributing to greener urban spaces and greater biodiversity in the heart of Budapest.
Designed to be both a social center and a hotel, Moxy Budapest Downtown offers an urban escape, inviting visitors and locals alike to a playful meeting place.
To book or for more information, visit: www.moxyhotels.com.
