Moxy Hotels Checks Into Hungary with Opening of Moxy Budapest Downtown

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Moxy Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, has debuted in Hungary with the opening of Moxy Budapest Downtown. Located on lively Kazinczy Street in one of Budapest’s most energetic neighbourhoods, the hotel brings Moxy Hotels’ playful, experience‑driven hospitality to the city, offering a bold new base for curious, social‑minded travellers.

“Moxy Budapest Downtown marks an important milestone for the brand as it enters the Hungarian market. Budapest’s creative energy, nightlife and cultural scene make it a perfect fit for Moxy Hotels, and we look forward to welcoming guests to the brand’s latest European opening,” said Sandra Schulze‑Potgieter, Vice President, Premium, Select & Midscale Brands, Europe, Middle East & Africa, Marriott International.

The new hotel is set in a former dance institution located in a neighbourhood renowned for its architecture, creative scene and nightlife. Moxy Hotels playfully showcases subtle references to ballet, movement and the free-spirited legacy of Empress Elisabeth (“Sisi”), a former Queen of Hungary, throughout its design. Created by internationally recognised Austrian architects and designers BWM, the interiors blend industrial textures and theatrical lighting to create a bold ambience, anchored by a large graffiti artwork by local artist Áron Hidvégi in the lobby, reflecting the contrast between Budapest’s historic identity and its modern creative energy.

True to Moxy Hotels’ boundary‑breaking spirit, the fun starts at Bar Moxy, where guests enjoy a welcome cocktail while a crew member checks them in. Lively public areas and curated programming are designed to spark spontaneous moments, creative encounters and shared experiences. Moxy Budapest Downtown’s 281 guest rooms offer modern comfort, functional technology and a workspace. Guests can enjoy the hotel’s 24/7 fully equipped fitness centre and connect with colleagues at two purpose-built meeting and event spaces.

Moxy Budapest Downtown takes fun hunters sky high for cocktails at its rooftop bar Saddle & Sky. Inspired by Sisi’s passion for horse riding, Saddle & Sky will be joined by future restaurant concepts at street level as the hotel hopes to become part of the neighbourhood’s social fabric.

Developed by Hungarian real estate developer and investment firm Forestay Group, the project forms part of a broader urban revitalisation vision for central Budapest. Beyond introducing the first Moxy Hotels property to Hungary, the development contributes to the ongoing transformation of Kazinczy Street and the surrounding district into a vibrant mixed-use urban destination combining hospitality, gastronomy, culture and community spaces.

Moxy Budapest Downtown also has a strong commitment to sustainable urban development. The project earned BREEAM Excellent certification, positioning it among the region’s leading environmentally conscious hospitality developments. The main sustainability features include energy-efficient building systems, solar panels, and more than 80 EV charging stations. As part of the project, 81 mature trees and more than 10,000 perennial ornamental plants and shrubs have been incorporated into the area surrounding the hotel, contributing to greener urban spaces and enhanced biodiversity in the heart of Budapest.

Designed to be as much a social hub as a hotel, Moxy Budapest Downtown offers an urban escape, inviting visitors and locals alike to a playful meeting place.

To book or for more information, visit: www.moxyhotels.com.

ABOUT MOXY HOTELS

Moxy Hotels offers a playful hotel experience for the young at heart. With over 175 properties open in more than 30 countries and territories, Moxy boldly breaks the rules of a conventional hotel stay across the globe. The non-traditional experience starts with check-in at Bar Moxy and comes to life throughout its social public spaces, like the Lounge and Library, and the small but smart bedrooms. Moxy provides stylish, industrial design and sociable service at an attractive price point, so that guests can splurge on the experiences that matter most to them during their travels. Moxy celebrates nonconformity, open-mindedness, and originality above all – forever giving its guests permission to Play On #atthemoxy. For more information, visit www.moxyhotels.com and join the fun #atthemoxy on TikTok and Instagram. Moxy is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy ^®, the global travel program from Marriott International. The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, exclusive experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments, and unparalleled benefits including free nights and Elite status recognition. To enrol for free or for more information about the program, visit marriottbonvoy.com.

ABOUT FORESTAY

Forestay Group is a Hungarian-founded, fully integrated real estate investment and development company focused on creating high-quality residential and hospitality projects, with a strong emphasis on long-term urban value creation. Drawing on an owner’s mindset across the full development lifecycle—from investment and design to construction, asset and property management—Forestay’s value-add strategy is built on identifying underutilized opportunities and transforming them into future-ready destinations. With a multidisciplinary team of more than 120 professionals, the company combines international expertise with deep local market knowledge to deliver landmark developments that consistently balance innovation, operational excellence, and financial discipline. Forestay’s ESG-driven approach places sustainability, responsible city-making and community integration at the heart of every project, ensuring environmentally conscious, socially responsible and economically resilient outcomes. This philosophy is exemplified in its new Marriott Moxy development.