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A new exchange rate reality
Following the 12 April 2026 general election, in which Péter Magyar’s Tisza party swept Viktor Orbán’s Fidesz from office after sixteen years in power, the Hungarian forint has staged one of its sharpest and most sustained rallies in over two decades. The EUR/HUF exchange rate — the number of forints required to buy one euro — has moved from around 395–400 in the first quarter of 2026 to the mid-350s by late June: an appreciation of roughly 10–15% depending on the reference point, taking the forint to its strongest level against the euro in nearly five years
Budapest hotel demand hits record 9.83 million guest nights in 2025
Budapest’s hotel market reached a new demand record in 2025, with 9.83 million guest nights, rising ADR and a record 19.6 million airport passengers. Horwath HTL analyses the key trends.
Beyond the final whistle: How mega sporting events transform cities
As Europe’s most prestigious club football event approaches Budapest, attention is increasingly turning not only to the spectacle on the pitch, but also to the broader impact such mega sporting events generate for host cities. Today, football games such as the UEFA Champions League Final extend far beyond sport itself — serving as powerful catalysts for tourism growth, international visibility, infrastructure activation, and long-term economic development.
Budapest Hotel Market Overview 2024
Explore the evolving landscape of Hungary’s hotel and tourism industry with our 2023 Budapest hotel market analysis, as we bring you a sneak peek into Hungary’s economic rebound and its impact on the hospitality sector. Witness Budapest’s remarkable recovery, underlined by recovering foreign direct investments and a reviving hotel market. Uncover key insights into the city’s rising appeal as a tourism destination, bolstered by significant infrastructure developments and a robust increase in luxury hotel brands. From market trends to future projections, our article provides valuable perspectives for industry stakeholders looking to navigate the Hungarian hotel and tourism sector.
Budapest Hotel Market Overview 2022
In 2022, the Central and Eastern European (CEE) region, including Budapest, experienced significant economic challenges due to geopolitical tensions and lingering impacts of the pandemic. Soaring inflation, a sharp rise in energy prices, and a labour shortage were major issues. Producer/input costs in the EU surged by 37% in May 2022, a record high. The EUR/HUF exchange rate hit an all-time high of 427 HUF/EUR, significantly impacting operational costs. Our outlook is carefully optimistic, as against all odds, we believe Budapest will continue to be a magnet for city breakers and sport enthusiasts in 2023 as well, as the city is preparing to host the 19th edition of the World Athletics Championship.