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Star Hotel By Mellow Mood Hotels

A 3-star Budapest hotel focused on practical comfort: clean rooms, a helpful 24-hour reception, and easy access to public transport.

  • 24-hour reception and staff praised for being friendly and helpful
  • Close to metro and railway station for easy city exploration
  • Family rooms and cots available, plus a children's play area
8.3 Great 4116 reviews Booking.com 8.3 · 4116 reviews

About

Star Hotel By Mellow Mood Hotels

Star Hotel By Mellow Mood Hotels sits on Istvan Utca in Budapest, a 3-star property that keeps things straightforward. Guests consistently mention the welcoming, helpful staff and the spotless rooms. The hotel offers a range of practical amenities, from a 24-hour reception and luggage storage to car hire and a paid airport shuttle.

Rooms are simple and functional, with options from singles to a family room with four single beds. Air conditioning and heating are standard, and the hotel is smoke-free throughout. A breakfast buffet fuels a day of exploring, and the coffee shop and bar provide spaces to unwind. For families, there are cots and a children's play area.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Friendly, helpful staff — Multiple reviews highlight the welcoming and professional reception team, available around the clock.
  • Clean and comfortable rooms — Guests repeatedly note the spotless condition and daily housekeeping.
  • Convenient location for transport — A short walk to the metro and railway station, making it easy to explore Budapest.
  • Good value for money — Guests feel the price matches the quality, with a solid breakfast included.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Inconsistent Wi-Fi speed — While the Wi-Fi works, one guest noted it wasn't very fast. It may not suit heavy streaming or video calls.
  • Breakfast may not be local — One guest described the breakfast as 'not Hungarian but sufficient.' Expectations of a local spread might be unmet.
  • Rooms can be small — A guest described the room as 'small but lovely.' If you need lots of space, this might feel tight.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Single Room

  • 1 Single bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Double or Twin Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Family Room

  • 4 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Pet amenities available
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ironing facilities

Food & Drink

  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Children's play area

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

In-room

  • AM/FM alarm clock
  • Carpeted floor

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.3
Great 4116 reviews

Guest-rated 8.3/10 from 4,116 reviews

Booking.com · 8.3 · 4116 reviews
Rooms and cleanliness7.0
Location8.0
Dining7.0
Price and service8.0
8.3Verified guest

“The room was spacious, the hotel is close to transport links, and the luggage storage was efficient.”

8.3Verified guest

“Immaculately clean, competent staff, and a perfect location in a quiet part of Budapest. Well-kept rooms with breakfast and fresh towels—I had a really good six-night stay.”

8.3Verified guest

“I booked a room with pleasant views, and the staff were wonderful and lovely people who offered fast service.”

8.3Verified guest

“The staff were friendly.”

8.3Verified guest

“TV, parking, reception, breakfast—everything was good.”

8.3Verified guest

“The Wi-Fi actually worked, unlike other hotels that just advertise it, and the staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The location was excellent for me, just a three-minute walk from the railway station.”

04 — Location

Getting around Budapest

The property sits in Budapest.

Getting around: The hotel is about a 3-minute walk from a railway station and close to the metro, making it easy to reach the city center and major sights.

Nearby attractions: Heroes' Square is within walking distance, and the Szechenyi Chain Bridge is roughly a 10-minute drive away.

Istvan Utca 14, Budapest, Budapest, 1078, Hungary

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 14:00-23:59
Check-out
By 11:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Allowed
Property
40 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:59, and check-out is by 11:00.

Is the hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed, and pet amenities are available.

Does the hotel offer airport transportation?

A paid airport shuttle is available, and the hotel also offers car hire.

Is there parking at the hotel?

Parking is not listed among the hotel's amenities, so you may need to arrange parking nearby.

What room types are available?

The hotel offers Single, Triple, Double or Twin, and Family rooms. Family rooms have four single beds, and cots are available on request.

The bottom line

A dependable, well-run 3-star in Budapest where friendly staff and clean rooms matter more than frills. Ideal if you want a quiet, well-connected base without spending a lot.

8.3Best for travelers who prioritize friendly service, cleanliness, and easy transport access over luxury amenities.

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