A 120-year-old palace in Budapest is now a swanky hotel where guests can stay in rooms fit for royalty. Take a look inside.

Mikhaila FrielJul 18, 2021, 17:22 IST

Matild Palace.Maltid Palace/The Luxury Collection

Matild Palace in Budapest, Hungary, has been transformed into a hotel by The Luxury Collection.
The palace was built 120 years ago and was developed under the patronage of a German princess to serve as a social hub.
The hotel has a secret rooftop bar named after the princess, which will be open to the public from July 22.

Matild Palace in Budapest, Hungary, was built in 1902 and was originally used to host cafes, galleries, and residential apartments for the public. It was recently redesigned into a hotel by The Luxury Collection, opening its doors to the public on June 28.

The exterior of the Maltid Palace Hotel in Budapest, Hungary. Maltid Palace/The Luxury Collection

Matild Palace in Budapest, Hungary, was built in 1902 and was originally used to host cafes, galleries, and residential apartments for the public. It was recently redesigned into a hotel by The Luxury Collection, opening its doors to the public on June 28.

Upon arriving, guests enter the spacious hotel lobby.

The lobby of the Matild Palace Hotel. Matild Palace/The Luxury Collection

The new design aims to show the transformation from a palace that was "once the epicenter of the city for the royalties and elite, to a modern new playground for today's discerning leisure and business traveller," according to the hotel's website.

The hotel's historical passage. Matild Palace/The Luxury Collection

The new design aims to show the transformation from a palace that was "once the epicenter of the city for the royalties and elite, to a modern new playground for today's discerning leisure and business traveller," according to the hotel's website.

The hotel has 111 rooms and 19 suites, including the Maria Klotild Royal Suite. With a starting rate of $7,645 (6,450 euros) per night, this is the most expensive accommodation on offer, a hotel spokesperson told Insider.

The Royal Suite. Matild Palace/The Luxury Collection

The hotel has 111 rooms and 19 suites, including the Maria Klotild Royal Suite. With a starting rate of $7,645 (6,450 euros) per night, this is the most expensive accommodation on offer, a hotel spokesperson told Insider.

The Royal Suite, located on the third floor has a master bedroom, bathroom, living room, and separate study room.

The Royal Suite living room. Matild Palace/The Luxury Collection

Here's a look at The Royal Suite's luxury bathroom, which has two individual sinks, a bathtub, a full-length mirror, and marble tiling.

The Royal Suite bathroom. Matild Palace/The Luxury Collection

The Loft Room is located on the hotel's rooftop, and provides endless views across the city.

The palace's Loft Room. Maltid Palace's restaurant.

The blend of modern and vintage designs in this room is a nod to the Archduchess of Austria's artisan friends, according to the hotel press release.

The Loft Room. Maltid Palace/The Luxury Collection.

Here's a look at the Loft Room's spa-style bathroom which has a heated floor and a rain shower, according to the hotel's website.

The Loft Room's Bathroom. Maltid Palace/The Luxury Collection

The Duchess bar, opening on July 22, is the hotel's "secret liquor library" and rooftop garden inspired by the Archduchess of Austria, the press release says.

The rooftop bar. Matild Palace/The Luxury Collection

Accessible through a hidden entrance, The Duchess terrace has 360-degree views of Budapest.

The terrace. Matild Palace/The Luxury Collection

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A 120-year-old palace in Budapest is now a swanky hotel where guests can stay in rooms fit for royalty. Take a look inside.

Matild Palace in Budapest, Hungary, was built in 1902 and was originally used to host cafes, galleries, and residential apartments for the public. It was recently redesigned into a hotel by The Luxury Collection, opening its doors to the public on June 28.

Upon arriving, guests enter the spacious hotel lobby.

The new design aims to show the transformation from a palace that was "once the epicenter of the city for the royalties and elite, to a modern new playground for today's discerning leisure and business traveller," according to the hotel's website.

The hotel has 111 rooms and 19 suites, including the Maria Klotild Royal Suite. With a starting rate of $7,645 (6,450 euros) per night, this is the most expensive accommodation on offer, a hotel spokesperson told Insider.

The Royal Suite, located on the third floor has a master bedroom, bathroom, living room, and separate study room.

Here's a look at The Royal Suite's luxury bathroom, which has two individual sinks, a bathtub, a full-length mirror, and marble tiling.

The Loft Room is located on the hotel's rooftop, and provides endless views across the city.

The blend of modern and vintage designs in this room is a nod to the Archduchess of Austria's artisan friends, according to the hotel press release.

Here's a look at the Loft Room's spa-style bathroom which has a heated floor and a rain shower, according to the hotel's website.

The Duchess bar, opening on July 22, is the hotel's "secret liquor library" and rooftop garden inspired by the Archduchess of Austria, the press release says.

Accessible through a hidden entrance, The Duchess terrace has 360-degree views of Budapest.