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This four-star lakeside wellness hotel on Lake Balaton is located just one hour from Budapest.

 Easily accessible from the M7 motorway via road 71 towards Balatonfüred, it lies in Balatonkenese, only a 10-minute drive after turning off, right next to one of the most modern sailing marinas on the lake and directly along the Balaton cycling route. 

Hotel services 

Marina Restaurant, award-winning Nádas Grill Terrace, event and conference facilities, family-friendly services and children’s animation programmes, private beach, indoor infinity-style swimming pool, jacuzzi, Finnish sauna, salt therapy, infrared cabin, light therapy, sauna steam cabin, outdoor sauna, fitness and gym facilities, massages, hairdresser, beauty treatments, manicure and pedicure, tennis and basketball courts, table tennis, mini football pitch, bicycle rental, water sports (including e-foil lessons, SUP rental, sailing with skipper, sailing courses), electric car charging stations (2 × 22 kW, Type 2).

The hotel has long been a successful venue for corporate events and conferences, offering 6 fully equipped, modern meeting rooms. An experienced team supports every stage of event organisation, while flexible conference packages ensure tailored service for all participants. The culinary experience is ensured by expert chefs, while the Nádas Grill Terrace is a popular spot for traditional Hungarian flavours, atmospheric grill evenings, and outdoor cooking experiences.

Built at the dawn of the 19th century, this nearly 200-year-old historic estate offers accommodation for up to 94 guests, along with a wide range of event facilities, e-bike rental, and a generous, home-style breakfast. 

In addition to hotel guests, breakfast is also available for external visitors, subject to prior reservation by phone. Guests benefit from free parking, a large seasonal outdoor swimming pool, as well as barbecue and traditional outdoor cooking (bogrács) facilities. The estate, dating back to the early 1830s, is located just a 2–3 minute walk from one of the most beautiful lavender and herb fields of the Tihany Peninsula, and lies directly on the shores of the Inner Lake (Belső-tó). Thanks to its location, it is a popular starting point for cycling, hiking, and horseback tours. The centre of Tihany is also easily accessible, just a 5–6 minute walk via the village’s charming stairways. From here, visitors can explore nearby attractions such as the Őrtorony lookout, the Sajkod shoreline, or the scenic vineyards of Tihany.

The Southern Shore Market is a lively hub of fairs and community life in Szántódpuszta. 

Set within the open-air museum area between Zamárdi and Szántód, along the main road No. 7, it is the region’s only permanent market, offering a mix of local produce, handcrafted goods, second-hand items, as well as a strong sense of tradition and community.

Standing at the historic entrance of Veszprém Castle, the Heroes’ Gate (Hősök Kapuja) is both a symbolic landmark and a memorial site of great cultural significance. 

The structure was inaugurated in 1939 to honour Hungarian soldiers who lost their lives in the First World War. As one of the most characteristic gateways of the castle district, it marks an important point in the city’s historical landscape. Inside, visitors can explore an exhibition connected to the history of Veszprém and the legacy of Hungarian heroes. The tower also offers a beautiful panoramic view over the city and the surrounding countryside, adding a visual experience to its historical importance. Today, the Heroes’ Gate is a popular tourist attraction, serving as a place of remembrance where history, architecture and collective memory come together.

House of Arts Veszprém – The Home of Art and Culture The House of Arts Veszprém, a contemporary art centre, was established in 1993. Today, it welcomes visitors of all ages in eight historic buildings located in the Baroque Castle District of Veszprém. 

The institution functions as both an artistic and intellectual centre, while also serving as a significant tourist attraction. It is situated near the Castle Gate and the Fire Tower, where the spirit of the place and the Baroque surroundings provide inspiration for artists, visitors, and staff alike. Our aim is to present the latest trends in art in Veszprém, with a conscious focus on the values of quality, proportion, and excellence. We operate five exhibition venues: the Modern Gallery – László Vass Collection, Csikász Gallery, Dubniczay Palace, Castle Gallery, and Magtár. Throughout the year, all venues present works by contemporary artists, and every two years we organise the Veszprém Spring Exhibition. Visitors can also explore permanent collection exhibitions in our galleries. At the time of the institution’s founding, the City Fine Arts Creative Circle was already active, which in 1999 adopted the name WIM (Veszprém Visual Workshop). In 1993, we established the Vár Ucca Seventeen Publishing House, which in 2000 evolved into the Vár Ucca Workshop journal and book publisher. In the cellar of Dubniczay Palace, the Tegularium—our brick collection—is on display, presenting engraved, monogrammed, and coat-of-arms bricks, as well as unique roof tiles. 

Our institution maintains strong relationships with international galleries, cultural institutions across Hungary, and various civil organisations. In addition to presenting our collections, we organise temporary exhibitions, academic conferences, and festivals. Our literary events create opportunities for audiences to meet contemporary works and authors. Through art education programmes, we provide engaging encounters with modern and contemporary art. Thanks to our family-friendly developments, we are committed to ensuring access to culture for multiple generations, enabling different age groups to participate simultaneously in our programmes and events.

If your goal is a pleasant stay in Balatonfüred, choose the Danubius Hotel Annabella, whose building is just as iconic a part of the town’s skyline as the harbor or the promenade. We welcome you in the city center, at the end of the Tagore Promenade, with pools, sports facilities, children’s programs, high-quality services, and experienced staff. 

Our seasonally open hotel features a private beach, ensuring uninterrupted relaxation by Lake Balaton, reserved exclusively for our guests. This means you don’t have to worry about finding a sunbed or losing your shaded spot while you work out on the outdoor fitness equipment or enjoy a cocktail by the pool. Families with children can also fully relax and sunbathe while the little ones are entertained by the qualified animators of the Bubbles Club (from mid-June to the end of August).

The world-famous Hévíz Thermal Lake, unique on a global scale, is Hungary’s most renowned medicinal spa, and the treatments carried out here have played a key role in the development of the country’s spa culture. 

As the very first spa hotel in Hévíz, the Thermal Hévíz Health Spa Hotel has accumulated more than 40 years of experience in the therapeutic use of local natural resources. Set in a picturesque green environment, the hotel offers 203 rooms and 7 suites, ensuring a peaceful and relaxing stay. From the rooms on the top floor, guests can enjoy views of the world’s largest biologically active thermal lake suitable for bathing. While this exceptional panorama is not standard in every room, all accommodations include a balcony, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, LCD TV, hairdryer, bathrobe, telephone, and minibar. In our welcoming medical and wellness department, we combine traditional and natural healing methods with modern therapeutic techniques, supported by professional expertise, to help maintain and improve your health using the unique natural resources of Hévíz. Guests can benefit from a wide range of treatments, including various thermal baths, massages, physiotherapy, and therapeutic mud applications.

In the oldest iconic building of Balatonfüred, now home to our visitor centre, you can explore the spectacular interactive exhibition titled “Summer at Lake Balaton – Bathing Season in Füred 1825–1914,” which invites visitors on an unforgettable journey through time. Walking within the historic walls, you can discover the world of Hungarian spa culture during the Reform Era and the period following the Austro-Hungarian Compromise, including the history of warm and cold bathing, lake steamship travel, sailing, and the vibrant atmosphere of the famous Anna Balls of Füred. 

At the Esterházy Mansion in Balatonfüred, visitors can uncover fascinating stories and notable figures from the past of Lake Balaton. Immerse yourself in this rich world of knowledge, and enjoy a relaxing break with coffee and cake while enriching your experience with new insights.

The ruins of Szigliget Castle stand atop a 230-metre-high volcanic hill in the southwestern part of the Tapolca Basin, a hill that once formed an island of Lake Balaton. 

With a history of more than 760 years, the castle has been made accessible to visitors through ongoing reconstruction works and is often referred to as the “castle of Balaton,” as it is the only attraction of its kind along the shoreline. The panoramic view from the castle is exceptional, complemented by restored walls and spaces, as well as features such as a Baroque kitchen, a blacksmith’s workshop, and a castle chapel. At the foot of the hill, visitors can also explore a craft courtyard, a weapons exhibition, and a castle gallery. The site is open year-round and regularly hosts events throughout the year. The history of the castle dates back to the period following the Mongol invasion, when Béla IV of Hungary granted the island of Szigliget to the Pannonhalma Archabbey for the construction of a stone fortress, which was completed between 1260 and 1262. Impressed by the result, the king soon reclaimed it and entrusted it as a royal castle to the Móriczhidai family. By the early 14th century, a settlement had begun to develop at the foot of the hill, later known as Szigliget. Over the centuries, the castle passed through several noble families, including the Újlaki and the Lengyel families, and later came into the possession of Bálint Török. During the Ottoman period, it played a defensive role, and in 1571, despite illness, its captain successfully repelled Turkish attacks. However, by the end of the Ottoman era, the castle lost its military significance and gradually fell into disrepair. A lightning strike in the late 17th century caused major destruction, and the remaining structures were later ordered to be demolished by Leopold I, Holy Roman Emperor. During the War of Independence led by Francis II Rákóczi, the castle was no longer in use and continued to deteriorate, with its stones reused by local inhabitants. 

Preservation efforts began in the 20th century, and reconstruction works, which started in 1991, continue to this day, shaping the castle into its present form.

Located near Veszprém, this abandoned Soviet-era settlement from the 1960s is often referred to as the “Hungarian Chernobyl.” 

Once a fully functioning military town, it was left empty after the withdrawal of Soviet troops and has since become a haunting, overgrown site. Due to safety concerns and private ownership, it is not freely accessible, but it remains one of the region’s most unusual and visually striking points of interest.

Visitors to the Jásdi Winery step into the former family wine estate of Bishop János Ranolder of Veszprém. 

This beautifully restored, centuries-old complex features a cool and spacious cellar, where excellent wines are produced using 21st-century technology. At the heart of the estate, the year-round open wine terrace offers stunning views of Lake Balaton, where guests can taste the wines of the Csopak region.

Count György I Festetics relocated the family’s stud farm from Szenta to Fenékpuszta in 1797. Within the Georgikon, founded by the count, training for stud masters and grooms began in 1807, further establishing the reputation of the Festetics stud. His son, László Festetics, introduced the first Arabian horse to the Fenék stud, while his elder son, Count Tasziló I, was the first to purchase English thoroughbreds for the family’s breeding program. The eldest son of his brother, Count Tasziló II, became known as a passionate horse breeder. The Festetics stud reached its golden age during his time. His English thoroughbred racehorses won major prizes across the racecourses of the Austro-Hungarian Monarchy and Europe. His most famous horse, Patience, won all nine of its races in 1904 and 1905, ranking second on the all-time list behind Kincsem. Tasziló II’s son, György III Festetics, continued his predecessors’ work, contributing to the success of Hungarian horse breeding and racing. 

The estate, once internationally renowned, reopened in December 2023 as a comprehensive leisure centre. The Fenékpuszta Estate recreates the golden age of the Festetics family and their equestrian traditions in an authentic historical setting. On the ground floor of the manor house, an exhibition presents the relationship between the Festetics family and horse breeding, while upstairs, the “Count’s Room” displays portraits of five generations of the family. The Mare Stable now functions as a multifunctional community space for events and temporary exhibitions, and includes stalls for 12 horses. The former Calf Stable and Cattle Stable now house an equestrian museum. 

The Memorial Museum presents the history of the Fenék stud and the Festetics family’s horse breeding and racing traditions through both classical and interactive exhibitions.