Budapest is steadfast in its resolve to emanate the authenticity of its momentous past and cultural influences by housing a vast array of historical hotels. This has allowed the heart of the city's classical elegance to be shown and adored by all who have witnessed the transformation throughout the centuries. Budapest's tenacity to principles has given the city an astounding innovative and collaborative desire to achieve substantial modernity without losing the history.
Historical Hotels-Turning Relics into stylishly livable structures
Spas and bathhouses were built during the 1st and 2nd Centuries when the Romans occupied the area now known as Budapest. Some of the bathhouses and spas have been diligently taken care of throughout the ages and can still be enjoyed today. The Corinthia Aquincum Hotel houses one particular spa, even though the hotel is not an historical building, the spa certainly is. Modernity did not demolish these past luxuries, but instead enhanced their qualities.
The Hilton Budapest has incorporated the 13th century framework of the Domincan Church and kept the 17th century baroque facade of a Jesuit College. The hotel has managed to keep the past and bring in the future by melding two very different styles of architecture into one truly exceptional structure.
The Hotel Citadella is situated in an 19th century garrison, which was the shelter for soldiers and their ammunition. But, the garrison was given a much needed rebirth as a modern 21st century building that caters to the desires of its guests.
Turn of the Century Historical Hotels
During a time of prosperity, the architectural style of Budapest hotels varied greatly from stunning Art Nouveau to the romantic depth of Gothic eloquence. Most accommodations have been renovated and upgraded to fit in with the technical age, and at the same time, have managed to keep the splendor of the 19th century style. Despite the disrepair caused during the time of the Iron Wall, these hotels remained intact throughout this period of Communist rule to become some of the better hotels Budapest can offer its guests.
Historical Hotels – Function and Form
Some Budapest hotels boldly reveal how function follows form. Take the Hotel Romai and the Hotel Medosz: the Romai hotel once was the headquaters for the Communist Party and the Medosz was a trade union hotel for all the workers of agriculture. The function of these structures was more important than form, so these weren't as richly ornate as the 18th and 19th Century styles, but staying on principles, Budapest, while updating the buildings, still kept up with its authenticity of Eastern Block architecture.
Then again, form can follow function. Like the guest-houses of two public institutions of Budapest: the Radio Inn and the ELTE hotel's University lodge at Peregrines. These two guest-houses stemmed from practical needs and now serve as quaint destinations points.
Historical Budapest – Present and Future
Residing on opposite sides of the Danube River were two cities, Pest and Buda until they were united in the 19th century. Despite having been influenced by invaders, Budapest stayed very loyal to its Hungarian roots and culture, which prevails even in today's world. From museums, concert halls to educational institutions and hotels, these superb buildings, whether historical relics to practical designs, all remain and have staying power due to the adaptability and deep roots in legacy. |
