Go Back  FlyerTalk Forums > Travel&Dining > Luxury Hotels and Travel
Reload this Page >

Ritz-Carlton coming to Budapest

Ritz-Carlton coming to Budapest

Old Sep 1, 2015, 11:31 am
  #1  
Original Poster
Four Seasons Contributor Badge
 
Join Date: Oct 2003
Location: Asheville, NC
Programs: Virtuoso, FSPP, STARS, MO FAN Club, PEN Club, Bellini Club, Dorchester Diamond Club, Travel Leaders
Posts: 1,854
Ritz-Carlton coming to Budapest

Ritz-Carlton has taken over management of the Elizabeth Park Hotel. The hotel will undergo a multi-million dollar renovation before being rebranded as the Ritz-Carlton Budapest in the first quarter of 2016.

This property was previously Le Meridien Budapest.
DavidO is offline  
Old Sep 1, 2015, 12:54 pm
  #2  
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Four Seasons 5+ BadgeSPG 5+ Badge
 
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: Germany
Programs: Some
Posts: 11,491
Makes some sense, Budapest is a hot destination
offerendum is offline  
Old Sep 14, 2015, 8:59 pm
  #3  
 
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Sonoma
Programs: Several here and there, but not as many during my road warrior days!
Posts: 715
Just checked out. There are many architects running around with plans all over the hotel. The hotel needs a fair amount of renovating so I don't see how they can open as a Ritz Carlton early next year. The real deal breaker for me was the Viking River cruise information desk smack dab in the middle of the lobby that seemed to be manned 20 hours a day. Certainly the hotel could set them up in a more appropriate location that didn't make all guests feel like they were boarding a river cruise!
sonomawine is offline  
Old Sep 15, 2015, 4:19 am
  #4  
 
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: DCA
Posts: 7,761
Originally Posted by sonomawine
The real deal breaker for me was the Viking River cruise information desk smack dab in the middle of the lobby that seemed to be manned 20 hours a day. Certainly the hotel could set them up in a more appropriate location that didn't make all guests feel like they were boarding a river cruise!
Isn't that describing every hotel in Budapest though? Just kidding, but I am sure those folks are many properties' bread and butter. Even having read about the growth of the river cruising market, I was amazed to see in person just how big that pipeline is. (I wasn't river cruising myself, definitely not my thing)
arlflyer is offline  
Old Sep 15, 2015, 4:27 am
  #5  
 
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: Geneva, Dubai, Paris
Programs: Disillusioned Cent
Posts: 1,880
Interesting, but I guess it won't challenge the FS Budapest as the best hotel in town.
JohnRain is offline  
Old Apr 15, 2016, 9:32 am
  #6  
A FlyerTalk Posting Legend
 
Join Date: Aug 2002
Programs: UALifetimePremierGold, Marriott LifetimeTitanium
Posts: 71,007
Ritz Carlton Budapest now open:

http://news.marriott.com/2016/04/the...n-hungary.html

Cheers.
SkiAdcock is offline  
Old Jun 7, 2016, 10:10 am
  #7  
Suspended
 
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: En Route
Programs: Many
Posts: 6,798
Going to check this property out in July/August, will split time between the RC and FS. Will report back.
GetSetJetSet is offline  
Old Aug 13, 2016, 4:31 pm
  #8  
 
Join Date: Jun 2001
Location: SFO/ATL/MEL/BKK
Programs: Marriott Plat, Hilton Diamond, IHG Diamond, Hyatt Globalist UA 1K MM, Delta Diamond
Posts: 2,678
Absolutely lovely hotel! I'll try and update when I have time.
ryan754 is offline  
Old Aug 15, 2016, 9:55 am
  #9  
 
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Here there and everywhere
Posts: 6,303
I agree that this ex-Meridien is a nice hotel, but I wish they had redone the tiny bathrooms. Very good food and helpful service. I also like the buzzy location.
vuittonsofstyle is offline  
Old Aug 15, 2016, 11:38 am
  #10  
FlyerTalk Evangelist
SPG 5+ BadgeFour Seasons 5+ Badge
 
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: Germany
Programs: Some
Posts: 11,491
Is it a reals competition for the FS?
offerendum is offline  
Old Aug 16, 2016, 9:06 am
  #11  
 
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Here there and everywhere
Posts: 6,303
Originally Posted by offerendum
Is it a reals competition for the FS?
No - only if FS is full!
vuittonsofstyle is offline  
Old Aug 17, 2016, 1:37 am
  #12  
FlyerTalk Evangelist
SPG 5+ BadgeFour Seasons 5+ Badge
 
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: Germany
Programs: Some
Posts: 11,491
Originally Posted by vuittonsofstyle
No - only if FS is full!
OK, thanks
offerendum is offline  

Thread Tools
Search this Thread

Contact Us - Manage Preferences - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service -

This site is owned, operated, and maintained by MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Designated trademarks are the property of their respective owners.