Lavender Circus Apartments Budapest, Hungary
Lavender Circus apartments decorated with unique hand drawings everywhere!
Finding somewhere to stay for my sister’s hen weekend had to include the following factors – sensible budget, great location and something a little different. I was on a mission to find somewhere we both would agree on. Fortunately I stumbled across Lavender Circus Hostel and noted that they had an apartment located in the heart of Budapest. Superb! An apartment that I could add the hen decorations too and have the entire place all to ourselves for a fraction of the price of a hotel room!
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Hand drawn books
Very unique apartment
Unique hand drawings
What a great idea to stay in an apartment with all that extra space and offering a kitchen and lounge area to chill out in … just having the freedom to come and go as you please and the added benefit of privacy – if we wanted to go crazy baby! The kitchen is fully equipped, (no need to even buy washing up liquid) so you’re able to prepare your own meals if you don’t fancy eating out.
Kitchen area
A hand drawn dressing table
Our taxi dropped us off outside the building and we buzzed for the apartment. Prior to our arrival, I was corresponding with the team at Lavender Circus Hostel regarding check-in and also to arrange a bottle of Prosecco to be in the apartment on arrival. Luckily we didn’t bring any heavy bags as we had to carry them up to the apartment and there wasn’t an elevator.
Upon entering the apartment, we were greeted with a big friendly smile from the receptionist. She made suggestions on which sights to see in Budapest, where to eat and drink, and also showed us around the apartment. This apartment is advertised as a two bed, unfortunately the second bed was quite small, just about big enough for one person and the mattress felt very ‘springy’. So it looked like I would be sharing the bed with my sister – lucky her (ha ha!).
Bedroom
Bright apartment
I loved how the entire flat was decorated with hand drawings and arranged to give such a cosy feeling. The apartment was bright and spacious with minimal furniture. The hand drawings are the main feature here and truly make this place so unique. The apartment is split level with the bedroom upstairs and the bathroom, open kitchen and lounge area downstairs. The bathroom was clean and there was plenty of hot water.
Plates and cups provided
I told my sister to unpack whilst I quickly put up the hen do decorations. Check out my handy work!
My sister’s hen in Budapest
Love the detailed drawing
The view from the apartment was not so great … a lovely view of a side street. We found the apartment a little far out for us and not centrally located, compared to the hostel. It was around a 20 minute walk to Hero’s Square and the thermal baths although it is close to the State Opera House but we didn’t have time to book seats there. However, the closest metro is Nyugati Pàlyaudvar and it’s really easy to get around using public transport. If you’re looking for somewhere close to the River Danube, then we highly recommend Prestige Hotel.
On-site facilities:
- Laundry
- Cleaning service
- Free Wifi
- On site parking
During our stay, the apartment was a little too warm especially at night and there were only two fans keeping us cool and circulating the fresh air. Unfortunately we were unable to open the windows for the bedroom as they were locked.
Stairs to the bedroom
Hand drawn railings on the wall
Lavender Circus apartment is great for couples or a small family and is located down a quiet street and close to many attractions. For those on a budget, this is a comfortable stay for a great price. The staff were ever so friendly and were very helpful in arranging the prosecco and our taxi back to the airport.
Price: 37,800 HUF (∼£105) for two nights. Payment is cash (local currency) on arrival.
Tips:
- If you’re going through Booking.com, do not pay in advance. Lavender Circus requests full payment in cash on arrival only.
- Check out is at 11am and you leave the keys in the door.
- If you need a taxi to the airport, inform Lavender Circus the day before.
- There is luggage storage at the hostel which is a short ride away. The nearest metro to the hostel is Kàlvin Tér (on the blue M3 line).
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Beth 04/05/2018 (17:05)
Wow, this decor is amazing! And at that price point, I guess sacrificing the view was worth it? 🙂 Thanks for sharing this, I am bookmarking! PS your hen party decos are great!
Lana 04/05/2018 (17:09)
The apartment was perfect for the hen and we were able to decorate the place too. Thanks for the lovely comment! 🙂
Ian 02/05/2018 (21:14)
Your blog makes me dream about places like this. I love your pictures and this apartment is so interesting! Thanks for the share!
Lana 02/05/2018 (21:46)
Lavender Circus is so quirky and very affordable too. Thank you for your kind words Ian 🙂
Renita 29/12/2017 (16:05)
These are some beautiful rooms. Thanks for sharing!
Lana 30/12/2017 (13:07)
I love the quirky decor in the apartment 🙂
Jasmin 06/11/2017 (20:45)
I love the look of the apartment, quite quirky. Great photos!
Lana 06/11/2017 (21:18)
Aww thanks Jasmine. If you ever go to Budapest you should definitely think of renting it 😉
Laura @ The Travelling Stomach 05/11/2017 (19:57)
These apartments look really cute – a great option when in Budapest!
Lana 05/11/2017 (23:27)
Yeah they are! Thanks for the comment 🙂
Jas 04/11/2017 (20:24)
I love the illustrations on the walls! This looks like such a cute and cozy place to stay at. Will definitely look into them for when I visit Budapest. Thank you!
Lana 05/11/2017 (15:01)
The apartment was very cosy! Thanks for the comment 🙂
Gabby 03/11/2017 (17:27)
looks like a cute place! I always like renting apartments offers so much more than a hotel since you have more of the homey vibe and can cook for yourself! nice idea
Lana 03/11/2017 (18:31)
It’s great to have the option to prepare your own meals if you don’t fancy going out to eat 🙂
Indu 03/11/2017 (16:01)
Apartment with artistic touch and that too in budget is certainly an attractive offer. Worth exploring indeed.
Lana 03/11/2017 (16:09)
It was such a great find and well within budget too 🙂
Monica 03/11/2017 (08:49)
Damn it, I wish I had read your post before already booking my accommodation for Budapest this month. Loved this place. I’m a fool for cool interior design.
Lana 03/11/2017 (13:24)
Me too! I was drawn to the uniqueness of this place! 😉
Saumyata 03/11/2017 (08:42)
Wow! Inspiring .. beautiful pictures on the walls. Budapest is on our list . Hope to make it soon..
Lana 03/11/2017 (13:22)
We love Budapest, one of our favourite cities. 😉
Mayank B Nagori 03/11/2017 (06:55)
I’m so mad that I couldn’t stay here when I was in Budapest. I wanted to, but it was booked out.
Lana 03/11/2017 (13:22)
Oh no! Maybe you’ll stay there when you make a return trip to Budapest! 🙂
Dan 03/11/2017 (03:48)
Love the decor in that apartment! Working online WIFI is a must for me. I’ve added it to my places to go in Europe for when I get back from Latin America!
Lana 03/11/2017 (13:21)
Wifi is a must for us too and we didn’t have any problems with wifi there. 🙂
Alexander Popkov 02/11/2017 (21:56)
What a pretty location! I love the paintings on the walls. It all looks so pretty
Lana 02/11/2017 (22:03)
So unique right with the hand drawings on the wall! 😉
Marilyn 02/11/2017 (19:56)
What an awesome and unique apartment! When I was in Budapest with my boyfriend, we stayed at such a dingy AirBNB. But, at least it was in a good location! However, next time we go back there, we are definitely staying at this place! 🙂
Lana 02/11/2017 (20:59)
It definitely was a great find. So pleased you enjoyed the post and hope you get to stay there on your next visit to Budapest.
Taryn 02/11/2017 (15:59)
This looks like a really fun place to stay! It definitely has a quirky style that lends to great convos and photo stories!
Lana 02/11/2017 (18:06)
This apartment definitely stood out to us when looking for a budget option in Budapest. 🙂