SHANTEE HOUSE, Budapest

Shantee House - A zen-inspired backpacker hostel with Mongolian yurt and meditation garden

Located on a quiet street near Karolina út, this distinctive Budapest hotel features a tranquil zen garden complete with hammocks, a mini bamboo forest, and a miniature pond with golden fish. Shantee House provides accommodation options ranging from colorful private rooms to a unique Mongolian yurt tent surrounded by an ancient weeping willow tree. The property includes a fully-equipped kitchen with ceramic stove, microwave, and communal spices, alongside a common room featuring satellite TV. A secure safe, 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities are available. The Asian-style wooden gazebo offers power outlets for work and research. Transportation options include Tram 49 (2 minutes walk) connecting to Deak Ferenc Ter in 15 minutes, while Metro 4 is two stops away. Nearby amenities include Tesco, CBA, Lidl, and Allee shopping mall, with the Gellert Thermal Bath situated 1 mile from the property.

Pros

Free weekend parking and secure bicycle storage in the front garden

Art corner hosts traditional egg painting and origami sessions

Extensive library including travel guides and photo albums

Regular community events like Sunday chocolate muffin baking

Cons

Weekday parking costs 265 HUF per hour from 8am to 6pm

Nearest free street parking is a 10-minute walk away