The Best Hotels in Lake Balaton

Here’s our manually curated guide to the best luxury, boutique, and most charming hotels in Lake Balaton. Bon voyage!

Hannah, Travel Blogger

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LUA Resort - Adults only

Rated 9.2 in 1492 reviews

Facing the beachfront, LUA Resort - Adults only offers 5-star accommodation in Balatonfüred and has a garden, private… See more

Facing the beachfront, LUA Resort - Adults only offers 5-star accommodation in Balatonfüred and has a garden, private beach area and shared lounge. Among the facilities at this property are room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. A spa and wellness centre comprising a fitness centre, an indoor pool, a sauna, as well as a terrace can be used by all guests.

The rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. LUA Resort - Adults only features some rooms with lake views, and rooms come with a balcony. All units will provide guests with a desk and a coffee machine.

Breakfast is available each morning, and includes buffet, à la carte and continental options. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving international cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.

Spa and wellness facilities including a hot tub and a hot spring bath are at guests' disposal during their stay at LUA Resort - Adults only.

Eszterhazy Beach is 2.7 km from the hotel, while Tihany Abbey is 6.8 km from the property.

Rooms from $178

Set in Balatonfüred, 700 metres from Eszterhazy Beach, Hotel Vinifera Wine & Spa 5 Stars Superior offers accommodation… See more

Set in Balatonfüred, 700 metres from Eszterhazy Beach, Hotel Vinifera Wine & Spa 5 Stars Superior offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a kids' club and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The wellness area includes an indoor pool, sauna and hot tub, while a terrace is also available.

Some rooms also offer a kitchenette with a minibar.

Breakfast is available every morning, and includes buffet, vegetarian and gluten-free options.

With staff speaking German, English and Hungarian, information is available at the reception.

Balatonfured Kisfaludy is less than 1 km from the hotel, while Tihany Abbey is 9.1 km from the property.

Rooms from $213

Facing the beachfront, Mövenpick Balaland Resort Lake Balaton offers 5-star accommodation in Szántód and features a… See more

Facing the beachfront, Mövenpick Balaland Resort Lake Balaton offers 5-star accommodation in Szántód and features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, private beach area and shared lounge. Featuring a kids' club, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant, a water park and a terrace. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

Some rooms come with a kitchenette with a microwave and a minibar.

Guests at the hotel can enjoy a buffet or a gluten-free breakfast.

Guests can relax in the spa and wellness centre, including an indoor pool, a fitness centre and a sauna, or in the garden equipped with a children's playground. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire and car hire are available at Mövenpick Balaland Resort Lake Balaton.

Bella Stables and Animal Park is 25 km from the accommodation, while Strand Fesztivál is 2.6 km away.

Rooms from $227

Anna Grand Hotel

Rated 9.4 in 200 reviews

The Anna Grand Hotel is located on the northern shore of Lake Balaton, 100 meters from the Tagore Promenade, in the… See more

The Anna Grand Hotel is located on the northern shore of Lake Balaton, 100 meters from the Tagore Promenade, in the middle of the historical district of Balatonfüred.

Anna Grand Hotel ensures the comfort of its guests with 105 different types and sizes of rooms in a more than 200-year-old Classicist building.

The 1200 m² wellness department awaits you with a swimming pool, a Finnish sauna, an infra-sauna and steam bath.

The restaurant is truly a paradise for gourmets, also offering home-made cakes based on recipes from the 19th century, Italian ice-cream and classic confectionery products.

There is a garage with 150 parking lots at your disposal.

Since 1824 the Anna Grand Hotel hosts the elegant and world-famous Anna Ball.

Balatonfüred, one of the bigger towns of the Balaton area, looks back upon a 2000 year-long history and features many historic monuments. Today it is a very popular holiday resort due to its excellent geographical features, medicinal springs and great wines.

Rooms from $212

Mala Garden Design Hotel

Rated 9.6 in 1004 reviews

Designed in Bali Island-style, the 4-star superior Mala Garden Design Hotel is situated directly on the shore of Lake… See more

Designed in Bali Island-style, the 4-star superior Mala Garden Design Hotel is situated directly on the shore of Lake Balaton in Siófok. It offers a restaurant with Hungarian, Thai and vegetarian cuisine and free WiFi. The spa area features a hot tub, a Finnish sauna, an infrared sauna, a tropical shower and Thai massages.

All rooms at Mala Garden Design Hotel are air-conditioned and are decorated with warm colours, hardwood floors and comfortable, large beds.

The Mandara Modern Italian Kitchen offers home-made pastries, cocktails and hot dishes, as well as a lake-side terrace.

Guests can rent bicycles, windsurfing and swimming in Lake Balaton or relax on the private sun terrace above the water.

The hotel provides parking in a secured parking area, available on request and for a surcharge.

Rooms from $128

Residence Hotel Balaton

Rated 9.0 in 1719 reviews

Residence Hotel Balaton is located in quiet surroundings, featuring a private beach with a snack and cocktail bar only… See more

Residence Hotel Balaton is located in quiet surroundings, featuring a private beach with a snack and cocktail bar only 150 metres away and its spa area. Free WiFi access is available in all areas.

The air-conditioned rooms come with a satellite TV. The bathroom is fitted with a shower and a hairdryer.

The restaurant of the Residence Hotel Balaton offers fine Hungarian cuisine and international specialties and a rich buffet breakfast with lots of healthy options.

The wellness area comprises a free indoor pool, sauna and hot tub, while massage services are available for a surcharge.

Rooms from $120

Hotel Helikon, Keszthely

Rated 9.1 in 3126 reviews

Located in Keszthely, 500 metres from Keszthely Municipal Beach, Hotel Helikon, Keszthely provides accommodation with a… See more

Located in Keszthely, 500 metres from Keszthely Municipal Beach, Hotel Helikon, Keszthely provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. The accommodation offers a private beach area, as well as a terrace and a bar. The hotel features an indoor pool, sauna, evening entertainment and a kids' club.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. Guest rooms include a wardrobe.

A buffet, continental or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. At Hotel Helikon, Keszthely you will find a restaurant serving local, international and Hungarian cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.

The accommodation offers 4-star accommodation with a hot tub and spa centre. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire and car hire are available at Hotel Helikon, Keszthely.

Speaking German, English and Hungarian, staff are willing to help at the 24-hour front desk.

Popular points of interest near the hotel include Libas Beach, Helikon Beach and Balaton Museum.

Rooms from $137

Bonvital Hotel Hévíz Superior Adults Only is located 250 metres from Thermal Lake and boasts a free spa and wellness… See more

Bonvital Hotel Hévíz Superior Adults Only is located 250 metres from Thermal Lake and boasts a free spa and wellness centre with sauna. Wi-Fi is provided for free.

The property is pet friendly.

All rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, as well as a laptop safe. The private bathrooms are fitted with a shower and feature a hairdryer and bathrobes, as well as free toiletries. Most rooms come with a balcony as well.

Bonvital Hotel Hévíz Superior Adults Only also has an on-site restaurant serving Hungarian and international dishes.

Bonvital has a 2-floors medical centre with high-quality medical services. Guests can also make use of a free fitness room at the property. Beauty and massage services are available for a surcharge.

From September 2018 Bonvital Hotel Hévíz welcomes only guests over 14 years old.

Hévíz Bus Station is 750 metres from the premises, the town of Keszthely and the Lake Balaton can be reached within a 10-minute drive. Staff at the reception are ready to help with information on the area.

Rooms from $109

Oliver Lux

Aparthotel

Rated 9.1 in 2054 reviews

Set within 1 km of Tihany Abbey and 1.7 km of Inner Lake of Tihany, Oliver Lux features rooms with air conditioning and… See more

Set within 1 km of Tihany Abbey and 1.7 km of Inner Lake of Tihany, Oliver Lux features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Tihany. Private parking is available on site. The accommodation offers a sauna, free WiFi throughout the property and family rooms.

The aparthotel provides guests with a balcony, lake views, a seating area, cable flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. A toaster, a fridge and stovetop are also offered, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the aparthotel, units come with bed linen and towels.

A continental breakfast is available every morning at the aparthotel.

The area is popular for cycling and hiking, and bike hire is available at Oliver Lux. Guests can also relax in the garden.

Tihany Marina is 2 km from the accommodation, while Annagora Aquapark is 6.2 km from the property.

Rooms from $174

Sirius Hotel****Superior

Rated 9.3 in 1486 reviews

Facing the beachfront, Sirius Hotel****Superior offers 4-star accommodation in Keszthely and features a garden, private… See more

Facing the beachfront, Sirius Hotel****Superior offers 4-star accommodation in Keszthely and features a garden, private beach area and terrace. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as a sauna and a hot tub. Private parking is available on site.

At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with a balcony. All rooms are equipped with a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The units at Sirius Hotel****Superior feature air conditioning and a desk.

The accommodation offers a spa centre. You can play billiards and table tennis at Sirius Hotel****Superior, and the area is popular for cycling.

Speaking German, English and Hungarian at the reception, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical information on the area.

Popular points of interest near the hotel include Keszthely Municipal Beach, Libas Beach and Helikon Beach.

Rooms from $337

Villa Medici Hotel & Restaurant

Rated 9.2 in 717 reviews

The Villa Medici Hotel & Restaurant is tucked away in a picturesque valley in Veszprem and it offers a large spa area… See more

The Villa Medici Hotel & Restaurant is tucked away in a picturesque valley in Veszprem and it offers a large spa area with a covered pool, while gourmet cuisine, free WiFi and free parking are also available.

All rooms come with minibar, flat-screen cable TV and private bathrooms with a hairdryer and some rooms are equipped with air conditioning.

Villa Medici Hotel & Restaurant features a garden terrace next to a small pond with water lilies. Traditional Hungarian dishes can be enjoyed in the Nostalgia restaurant and there is also an English-style pub. The Villa Medici Hotel's vaulted brick cellar is a cool retreat in summer for all guests appreciating good wines.

Wellness amenities include a covered pool, a hot tub, a Finnish sauna, a steam bath with light and aroma therapy, and a tread basin with crushed ice.
The shores of Lake Balaton can be reached within a 20-minute drive.

Rooms from $135

Hotel Europa Fit Hévíz

Rated 9.0 in 1568 reviews

Featuring a wide range of pools, saunas, treatments and events, Hotel Europa Fit Hévíz enjoys a quiet location 750… See more

Featuring a wide range of pools, saunas, treatments and events, Hotel Europa Fit Hévíz enjoys a quiet location 750 metres from the Heviz thermal lake. Free WiFi access is available in all areas.

All rooms have a balcony or terrace, air-conditioning, a satellite TV and a private bathroom including a hairdryer.

Guests can enjoy a healthy buffet breakfast. Typical Hungarian soups are served for lunch (except from June until August). The Restaurant Citrus offers traditional Hungarian fare, international cuisine and dietetic choices. The Mandarin Bar & Cafe in summer the Acapulco Grill & Lounge awaits guests.

There is a seasonal pool for children, a play area, chairs and baby beds. Baby sitting service is available for an additional charge. Hotel Europa Fit Hévíz also offers medical & beauty treatments for a charge.

Private parking is available on site for a surcharge. Hévíz-Balaton Airport is set 13 km away.

Rooms from $183

Hotel Zena Beauty & Shopping Center

Rated 9.0 in 1077 reviews

Offering a free indoor pool and a free spa centre, Hotel Zena Beauty & Shopping Center is situated in Hévíz, 600 metres… See more

Offering a free indoor pool and a free spa centre, Hotel Zena Beauty & Shopping Center is situated in Hévíz, 600 metres from Thermal Lake Heviz. The hotel has a terrace and sun terrace, and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Every room comes air-conditioned and is fitted with a flat-screen TV. Every room includes a private bathroom equipped with a shower. For your comfort, you will find bath robes, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Some of the rooms feature a balcony or terrace.

You will find hairdresser's, and gift shop at the property.

The hotel also offers bike hire and car hire. Rakoczi Promenade is 200 metres from Hotel Zena Beauty & Shopping Center, while Blue Church is 400 metres away. Hévíz–Balaton Airport is 11 km from the property. An airport shuttle can be arranged for a surcharge.

Rooms from $110

Káli Art Inn

Rated 9.8 in 74 reviews

Nestled in the nature reserve of the Kál basin near Lake Balaton, this charming property fuses bright, spacious… See more

Nestled in the nature reserve of the Kál basin near Lake Balaton, this charming property fuses bright, spacious surroundings with an inviting ambience.

Embrace the host of facilities on offer; sip drinks in the cosy bar, sample traditional and innovative cuisine in the elegant restaurant and select your wine of choice from the extensive and impressive wine cellar. Plunge into the cool of the pool and enjoy a leisurely stroll in the garden.

Explore the natural splendour of the countryside on a walking or cycling tour. Appreciate the proximity to the assortment of historical and entertainment options. Retreat to the serene setting of your fully-equipped, bright room and unwind in stylish comfort.

Rooms from $115

Baobab Suites

Rated 9.1 in 828 reviews

Located in Siófok, 400 metres from Siofok Beach, Baobab Suites provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private… See more

Located in Siófok, 400 metres from Siofok Beach, Baobab Suites provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Among the facilities at this property are a kids' club and babysitting service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is 1.4 km from Siofok Aranypart Beaches, and within 700 metres of the city centre.

The hotel offers 4-star accommodation with an indoor pool, sauna and hot tub.

Popular points of interest near Baobab Suites include Ujhelyi Beach, Jókai Park and Museum of Minerals.

Rooms from $144

Sungarden Wellness Hotel Siófok

Rated 9.1 in 643 reviews

Sungarden Wellness Hotel Siófok is located in a quiet area of Siófok, a 5-minute walk from Lake Balaton and the centre… See more

Sungarden Wellness Hotel Siófok is located in a quiet area of Siófok, a 5-minute walk from Lake Balaton and the centre. It offers a free spa area with a small indoor pool, hot tub and different saunas. Free Wi-Fi is available at the property.

All rooms in Sungarden Wellness Hotel Siófok have a private bathroom including a hairdryer, a satellite flat-screen TV and air-conditioning.
A wide range of wellness and beauty treatments are also available in the spa area.

Fine Hungarian and international cuisine is served in the restaurant and fruity cocktails can be enjoyed in the bar.

The Siofok Train Station is 200 metres away from Sungarden Wellness Hotel Siófok.

Rooms from $163

Oliva Hotel

Rated 9.1 in 514 reviews

Decorated in Mediterranean style, this hotel is a 5-minute walk from the historic Veszprem Castle. It features a grill… See more

Decorated in Mediterranean style, this hotel is a 5-minute walk from the historic Veszprem Castle. It features a grill restaurant with an outdoor terrace. Meals include Hungarian and international cuisine.

All rooms come with air conditioning, a minibar and TVs. The private bathrooms have showers. Free Wi-Fi is available in the entire Oliva Hotel.

Guests can go fishing and swimming at Lake Balaton, which is 12 km away.

Rooms from $148

Villa Bauhaus Wellness Apart-Hotel

Rated 9.2 in 480 reviews

Set in Siófok, 300 metres from Siofok Beach, Villa Bauhaus Wellness Apart-Hotel offers accommodation with a seasonal… See more

Set in Siófok, 300 metres from Siofok Beach, Villa Bauhaus Wellness Apart-Hotel offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. This 4-star hotel offers a shared kitchen and free WiFi. The wellness area includes a sauna, and hot tub, while a terrace is also available.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. All rooms are fitted with a kettle, while selected rooms will provide you with a kitchenette with a microwave. The units feature a wardrobe.

Popular points of interest near Villa Bauhaus Wellness Apart-Hotel include Siofok Aranypart Beaches, Ujhelyi Beach and Jókai Park.

Rooms from $62

Kenese Bay Garden Resort & Conference

Rated 9.4 in 446 reviews

Facing the beachfront in Balatonkenese, Kenese Bay Garden Resort & Conference has a bar and a garden. Featuring a… See more

Facing the beachfront in Balatonkenese, Kenese Bay Garden Resort & Conference has a bar and a garden. Featuring a restaurant, the property also has an outdoor swimming pool, as well as an indoor pool and a fitness park. There is a children's playground and guests can make use of free WiFi and private parking for surcharge.

At the hotel, every room is fitted with a wardrobe. At Kenese Bay Garden Resort & rooms include a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom.

Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast or dinner offering national and international cuisine.

The wellness area at Kenese Bay Garden Resort & Conference offers views to lake Balaton. It provides indoor and outdoor hot tub, sauna, a swimming pool as well as pool for children. You can play table tennis, mini-golf, street-ball and football as well as tennis. Outdoor and indoor fitness facilities are available.

Languages spoken at the 24-hour front desk include German, English and Hungarian.

Siófok is 25 km from Kenese Bay Garden Resort &, while Balatonfüred is 29 km from the property. The nearest airport is Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, 110 km from the accommodation.

Rooms from $122

Hotel Bonvino Badacsony

Rated 9.0 in 407 reviews

Opening in June 2011, the Bonvino Badacsony is Hungary's first wine and wellness hotel, featuring luxurious relaxation… See more

Opening in June 2011, the Bonvino Badacsony is Hungary's first wine and wellness hotel, featuring luxurious relaxation facilities and offering fine cuisine and a wide range of quality wines.

In the centre of Badacsonytomaj amid the Balaton Uplands National Park and only 300 metres from the shore of Lake Balaton, you can find the Bonvino Wine & Spa.

Each of the stylish rooms is air-conditioned and features a balcony, a flat-screen TV, a minibar and an elegant bathroom with bathrobes.

The Hotel Bonvino Badacsony has an indoor pool with a hot tub and sauna, massages, a playground for children and many more facilities to keep you entertained.

Fine cuisine including a wide range of typical Hungarian specialities and the well-known local wines are served in the Bonvino's restaurant.

Rooms from $138