Meliá Hotels International lands in Hungary with the opening of Hotel President Budapest, Affiliated by Meliá

Hotel President Budapest, now part of the Affiliated by Meliá network, marks Meliá Hotels International’s entry into Hungary. The opening took place on March 23, 2026, becoming a milestone for the company in Europe.

Hotel Highlights
- Prime location: in the heart of Budapest, close to the Danube, the Parliament, and St. Stephen’s Basilica.
- Design and style: Art Deco façade with warm, contemporary interiors.
- Rooms: 152 in total, some offering direct views of the city’s main landmarks.
- Iconic terrace: rooftop with spectacular panoramic views of Budapest’s skyline and the Buda Hills.
- Gastronomy: the Intermezzo restaurant and bar offers creative reinterpretations of Hungarian flavors.
- Events and business: 267 m² of versatile spaces across three multifunctional rooms.

Future of the Project
Within the next three years, the hotel will be transformed into an INNSiDE by Meliá, one of the group’s most dynamic lifestyle brands. This evolution will bring:
- A modern and flexible aesthetic.
- Creative social spaces.
- Experiences inspired by local culture.

Gabriel Escarrer, Chairman and CEO of Meliá, highlighted that this opening is a “milestone in the expansion into destinations that inspire today’s travelers.” Meanwhile, Audun Lekve, CEO of 1912 Hotels (the property’s owner), emphasized the importance of the alliance in combining local character with a globally recognized brand.