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Maverick Athenaeum

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A spacious indoor area with a central staircase, wooden reception desk, and multiple seating areas.
A window with a view of a building labeled "PALACE HOTEL."
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a window, and a sign on the wall.
A modern interior with a spiral staircase, round tables, and chairs, and a large plant.
A hallway with lockers numbered 3 and 4, a small stool, and a door with a green frame.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct

Explore the area

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Rakoczi, 54, Budapest, BUD, 1074
  • Place, Blaha Lujza Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Madach Theatre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Dohany Street Synagogue
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Budapest (BUD-Ferenc Liszt Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Bed in 10 Bed Mixed Dorm

A dormitory room with bunk beds, numbered lockers, and a ladder.

Bed in 10 Bed Mixed Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, numbered lockers, and a ladder.

Bed in 9 Bed Female Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, and a wardrobe.

Standard Double Room Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bunk bed room with a window, a wall-mounted shelf, and a door with numbered panels.

Bed in 4 Bed Mixed Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, and a wardrobe.

Triple Room Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Bed in 4 Bed Female Dorm

A narrow corridor with bunk beds on either side, a blue floor, and a door with a numbered sign.

Bed in 4 Bed Female Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Bed in 5 Bed Mixed Dorm

A hotel room with bunk beds, a small white stool, and a staircase leading to another area.

Bed in 5 Bed Mixed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, numbered storage units, and a window with curtains.

Bed in 6 Bed Mixed Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Bed in 6 Bed Female Dorm

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a wardrobe, and a number board.

Bed in 6 Bed Female Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Bed in 6 Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

A dormitory room with bunk beds, numbered storage units, and a window with curtains.

Bed in 6 Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Bed in 7 Bed Female Dorm

A dormitory room with bunk beds, numbered storage units, and a window with curtains.

Bed in 7 Bed Female Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a number board, and a window with curtains.

Bed in 8 Bed Mixed Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a mirror, a sink, and a shower.

Economy Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a window, and a sign on the wall.

Standard Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Economy Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 10

Room

  • Sleeps 1

Room

  • Sleeps 1

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About the area

Budapest

At Maverick Athenaeum you'll be 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Budapest Christmas Market and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Margaret Island. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .For a drink, you can stop by the hostel's own lounge bar. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this Erzsebetvaros hostel include St. Stephen's Basilica and Szechenyi Chain Bridge.

What's nearby

  • Blaha Lujza Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Madach Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Dohany Street Synagogue - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Hungarian State Opera House - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Budapest Christmas Market - 5 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Blaha Lujza ter Station - 2 min walk
  • Eastern Railway Station - 12 min walk
  • Budapest (BUD-Ferenc Liszt Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪New York Café - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Istanbul Kebab Gyros - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪TATI - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Maverick Athenaeum

There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Maverick Athenaeum.

This Budapest hostel is smoke free.

  • 88 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
Maverick Athenaeum offers 88 accommodations with a hairdryer. This Budapest hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; HUF 4,000 for adults and HUF 4,000 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Coworking space

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 4.00 per cent will be charged

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately HUF 4000 for adults and from HUF 4000 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number KO25114571

Property is also known as

NETIZEN Budapest Centre
Netizen Budapest Centre Hostel
Netizen Budapest Centre Hostel-hotel Hotel
Netizen Budapest Centre Hostel-hotel Budapest
Netizen Budapest Centre Hostel-hotel Hotel Budapest

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Maverick Athenaeum?

Maverick Athenaeum offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Maverick Athenaeum?

As of 27 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Maverick Athenaeum on 1 Oct 2026 start from NZ$161, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Maverick Athenaeum serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet brekkie is on offer on weekdays between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Maverick Athenaeum?

No, Maverick Athenaeum does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Maverick Athenaeum?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Maverick Athenaeum?

No, pets are not allowed.

Maverick Athenaeum Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 234 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 234 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 234 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 234 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 234 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent choice for hostel or more private stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice, room was spacious and clean. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and amazing staf very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My second visit, very clean and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
High quality of rooms and facilities, everything is clean and sophisticated. Few of staffs on there was little unkind, but it was acceptable. Common area is top quality. Satisfied.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room for the price, super convenient location, would be great for solo travellers
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, tidy, very grand building well maintained
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was surprised at how nice Maverick Atheneum was, the facilities are very clean and modern. The shared dorms are spacious and offer plenty of privacy. Be aware that the price of the breakfast has actually gone up & this hasn’t been changed online so you’ll need to pay the difference when you arrive. Great location close to the train station & a 20 minute walk to the Danube
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean room, just as the pictures! Extremely helpful staff and a fine breakfast! I would go back to the place in a heartbeat! Perfect place for friends, family or solo!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and a good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I got lucky and they upgraded my room.🙂 The location is perfect it's walking distance from bus station and train station. Clean and big room.Staff are helpful and approachable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hostel was great, very clean and comfortable. The sleeping area was very dark inside the pods, almost no light got in. I would definitely stay here again. Staff were helpful. There is a bus stop directly outside of the hostel which can take you anywhere in the city. There is also a metro (M2 i think) line one block away. Breakfast looked good, there, although I didn't have time to eat it. They also have a commissary area where you can purchase drinks, snacks, and flip flops for the bath houses in the City. A note about the location: I think overall the location was quite good. The hostel is located in a busy area with a LIDL grocery store next door. The immediate neighborhood area felt a little dirty/sketchy, but that is not a reflection of the hostel -- it's just a classic big city. That said, asmentioned, I would definitely stay here again in future.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was amazing, the recepcionists are polide and kind. The room was clean and tidy. Perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice reception and enjoyable time place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice comfy room and bed. Clean. THIN WALLS! The staff was very friendly and helpfull. Close to everything and easy to get around by foot, bus, tram and metro. Very friendly and nice hotel/hostel with activities. The only problem was the thin walls so bring headphones or plugs. Would recommend for the price (Euro 30-40 / night Singel room) Best regards
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

The room was clean, the amenities were good, including the air conditioning. However, because we paid surge pricing 20 times the usual nightly fee because of the Champions League Final, I would expect the hotel might try a little harder. For instance, we did not know about the tourist tax until we checked in, also, breakfast not included! Do not expect coffee/tea in your room, let alone a paper cup! Buyer beware, I guess.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The staff at reception was very friendly. As for the room itself, the bed was comfortable. However, there was a bad smell in the bathroom that never seem to disappear even when extractor fan is left on. It was nauseating everytime i stepped into the bathroom. I could hear the pipes the whole night from the room (probably from people flusing upstairs). Also, there wasn't any bath shampoo (either finished or not working).
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice stay, perfect for what I needed
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
More of a hostel than a hotel. Paid £2500 because of champions league for a tiny room next to the bar so when you open your window curtain there were people playing pool and having a drink with music right outside. No room service, threadbare towels, no wardrobe, sheets too small for bed, towel rail not working, double lock on door broken, breakfast not included. I have just been ripped off. Expedia were just as bad with their terrible customer service. Do not recommend hotel or Expedia
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms. Just be careful. They will send you an automated email stating you owe additional money for accommodations you never requested. Ask for an itemized invoice showing exactly what these “alleged accommodations” are.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
every thing was perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient, stayed many times and will do so again
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
👍
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026