Aurea Ana Palace by Eurostars Hotel Company  

On the banks of the Danube in Budapest's old town, a short walk from the Hungarian Parliament and the Chain Bridge. St. Stephen's Basilica and the Budapest Christmas Market are also within easy walking distance.

Aurea Ana Palace blends neoclassical bones with modern flair in a pair of historic 19th-century buildings. The 107 rooms are bright and charming, with minibars, Smart TVs, separate tubs and showers, and creature comforts like slippers and in-room safes.

Unwind in the spa with massages, sauna, steam bath and a dedicated massage room, or keep up with workouts in the fitness center. The hotel also offers concierge service, laundry and car-rental assistance, and a shuttle/transfer service (roundtrip airport shuttle available for a surcharge). Note: spa and sauna close seasonally from December 3 to December 20.

Complimentary wireless internet across the property, a 24-hour business center, and six meeting rooms plus a banquet hall make this a solid choice for events and work trips. There's a 24-hour front desk and elevator access for convenience.

The on-site restaurant serves an assorted breakfast buffet daily (available for a fee), and a bar/lounge is perfect for after-sightseeing drinks. Staff can also help arrange local tours and dining tips around the city.