W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 31 extraordinary brands, prepares to debut in Hungary this July with the opening of W Budapest. Housed in the iconic Drechsler Palace, previously home to the Institute of Ballet, the new luxury destination will offer visionary design, eclectic gastronomy and a socially-driven spirit drawn from the cosmopolitan capital.

Bookings are now open for this reimagined historic palace located on Andrassy Avenue, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the city’s most luxurious shopping street. W Budapest will feature 151 stylish guestrooms and suites, including one Extreme WOW (Presidential) Suite, all influenced by Budapest’s rich history, creativity and diversity.

“With a rich architectural and historical heritage, Budapest offers a diverse blend of cultural influences and gastronomical adventures that make it the perfect destination for our first Eastern European opening,” said Jenni Benzaquen, SVP Europe, Middle East and Africa Brand Portfolio at Marriott International. “We’re incredibly excited for the arrival of W Hotels in Hungary, which will showcase an evolved direction and design for the brand.”

W Budapest will ignite curiosity and foster connections for its guests through uniquely crafted experiences including a destination bar exclusive to the hotel, a reimagined W Lounge, innovative local programming and a new Asian-inspired restaurant called Nightingale, named after Igor Stravinsky’s Nightingale opera.

“Our ambition is to celebrate the dynamism and creativity of this city’s social culture, coupled with the unique energy of the W brand. W Budapest brings to life the contrast between Buda and Pest, fusing them through the hotel’s aesthetic, creating an intriguing interplay between the hotel’s design elements. We can’t wait to introduce our new, impressive offering to guests and locals alike as we open the hotel for bookings” said Igor Buercher, General Manager, W Budapest.

With more details to be announced over the coming months, W Budapest is anticipated to become an evolutionary heartbeat of the capital with innovative design and programming, coupled with familiar Away® Spa, FIT® fitness centre and WET® pool offerings.