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Where to stay for the Hungarian Grand Prix
Sunday December 6 2026
What to expect in this guide
• Where should you base yourself for the Hungarian Grand Prix?
• Which hotels are worth considering in Budapest?
• Is camping at the circuit a good option?
• Best booking resources for F1 trips
• Frequently asked questions
• Money-saving tip
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Most fans stay in central Budapest and travel to the circuit each day. Budapest is one of the most rewarding cities in Europe to spend time in, with a wide range of hotels at every price level.
If you have the budget for it, this is a race where booking onto a tour package with accommodation and circuit transfers included is worth considering. The convenience is worth a lot on race weekend, and it removes a layer of planning.
Hotels in Budapest
• Crowne Plaza Budapest by IHG »
• NH Budapest City »
• Mövenpick Hotel Budapest Centre »
• Mirage Medic Hotel »
• Mamaison Hotel Andrássy Budapest »
• Barceló Budapest »
• Continental Hotel Budapest »
• Mercure Budapest City Center »
• Hilton Budapest »
Luxury and five-star hotels
• W Budapest »
• Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest »
• Anantara New York Palace Budapest »
• InterContinental Budapest by IHG »
• Corinthia Budapest »
• Aria Hotel Budapest »
• Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest »
Camping at the circuit
Campsites are available at the Hungaroring, and some offer pre-pitched tents so you don’t need to bring your own gear. The atmosphere on race weekend is loud and friendly.
Best booking resources for F1 trips
Take a look at our Grand Prix ticket & travel packages »
Prefer to do it all yourself? You’re welcome to take what you’ve learned here and build your own trip from scratch.
I keep going back to these travel companies because they’re reliable, easy to use, and usually have the best value. They’re where I start every time I plan a trip.
Tickets
Motorsport Tickets and Grand Prix Tickets are the two agencies I’ve trusted for years. They’ve always been reliable, easy to deal with, and quick to help if something comes up.
Hotels
ZenHotels is one of my go-to sites for hotel bookings. It pulls prices from loads of smaller sites you might not know about, so it’s great for finding deals. I also check Expedia and Booking.com when I want more options.
Excursions
Viator is packed with walking tours, attraction tickets, and local experiences. It’s especially handy if you’re heading to a new Grand Prix city. It’s a great place to find extras to add to your trip.
FAQ's
In central Budapest. From there, you can take the official shuttle bus, a taxi, or drive to the circuit each day.
Worth considering, especially if you want accommodation and circuit transfers included. It removes a layer of planning on race weekend.
Most fans stay in Budapest itself. There are limited options closer to the circuit, but the city has a much wider range of hotels and is more rewarding as a base.
Yes. Booking early gives you the most choice and the best rates.
Money-saving tip
Book early and add a few days either side of the race
Hotels in Budapest fill up for race weekend and rates are at their highest then. Booking early gives you the best choice. Adding a few days either side of the race weekend, when rates drop back, also brings down your average nightly cost.
Introducing the Hungarian Grand Prix
In this guide you'll learn about the Hungaroring, the circuit's location near Budapest, and how a race weekend works.
Getting to the Hungarian Grand Prix
In this guide you'll learn about how to get to Budapest for the Hungarian Grand Prix.
Choosing a grandstand at the Hungarian Grand Prix
In this guide we'll help you choose the right grandstand for your Hungarian Grand Prix experience.
Getting around at the Hungarian Grand Prix
In this guide you'll learn about the different options for getting around during the Hungarian Grand Prix.
