Hotel Helikon

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with 2 indoor pools

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Outdoor spa tub
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Hungarian cuisine
Sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments, aromatherapy
Sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments, aromatherapy
Sauna

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • On private beach

Explore the area

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Mikus Gyula sétány 5., Keszthely, 8360
  • Place, Óriaskerék Keszthely
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Varosi Strand
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Festetics Palace
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Balaton (SOB-FlyBalaton)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

Deluxe Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Keszthely

Hotel Helikon places you next to Lake Balaton and within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular attractions like Festetics Palace. This 176-room, 4.5-star hotel welcomes business and leisure travelers with 2 indoor pools, a private beach, and a full-service spa. It's connected to a shopping center in central Keszthely, and a short drive from Óriaskerék Keszthely and Varosi Strand.

What's nearby

  • Óriaskerék Keszthely - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Varosi Strand - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Erotic Renaissance Wax Museum - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Festetics Palace - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Coach Museum - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Keszthely Station - 10 min walk
  • Balaton (SOB-FlyBalaton) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pajti Kávézó - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪VItorlàs bisztró - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Móló - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tulipán Kávéház - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Sziget Napozó - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hotel Helikon

Luxury hotel on the beach, with 2 indoor pools
Hotel Helikon features a private beach, a full-service spa, and 2 indoor pools. A stay here includes free parking. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with concierge services, luggage storage, and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this beach hotel include an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a 24-hour gym.
32-inch Smart TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. Other standard amenities include balconies, minibars, and free international calls.
A private beach and a 24-hour health club are featured at the hotel. 2 indoor swimming pools are on site along with an outdoor pool. In addition to a children's pool, other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: HUF 3,500 for adults and HUF 1,750 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Etterem
  • Konferencia Bar
  • Lobby Bar
  • Spa Bar

Things to do

  • 2 indoor pools
  • 24-hour health club
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pilates classes
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 2 indoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Baby bath
  • Baby monitor
  • Baby toys
  • Beach toys
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Lifeguards
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free international calls
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for HUF 12000 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: HUF 800.00 per person, per night
  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 72 hours of booking the reservation.

The charges below are included in your overall room price:

  • New Year's Eve gala dinner fee
  • New Year's Day gala dinner fee
  • Christmas Day gala dinner fee
  • Christmas Eve gala dinner fee
  • Valentine's Day gala dinner fee

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately HUF 3500 for adults and HUF 1750 for children
  • Pet fee: HUF 12000 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

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 cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking. There's also a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • A charge for a mandatory Christmas Day gala dinner on December 25 is included in the total price shown.
  • A charge for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner on December 24 is included in the total price shown.
  • A charge for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner on December 31 is included in the total price shown.
  • A charge for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner on January 1 is included in the total price shown.
  • A charge for a mandatory Valentine's Day gala dinner on February 14 is included in the total price shown.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Hotel Helikon Hotel
Hotel Helikon Keszthely
Hotel Helikon Hotel Keszthely

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel Helikon?

Hotel Helikon offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do near Hotel Helikon?

This hotel is located in Keszthely, just steps from Lake Balaton and Óriaskerék Keszthely, and within a short walk of Varosi Strand. You'll also find Balaton Museum and Helikon Castle Museum less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Hotel Helikon?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking, free RV/bus/truck parking, and electric car charging are also available.

Is a spa located at Hotel Helikon?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include deep-tissue massages, prenatal massages, reflexology, and aromatherapy.

Does Hotel Helikon feature a casino at the property?

No, Hotel Helikon doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Helikon?

Yes, this hotel has 2 indoor pools along with an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Hotel Helikon?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a private beach, an outdoor pool, and a bar.

Does Hotel Helikon have a hot tub?

Yes, this hotel has a spa tub.

Does Hotel Helikon have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Helikon has 2 restaurants, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will Hotel Helikon allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Hotel Helikon for a fee of HUF 12000 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Hotel Helikon have connecting rooms?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

Where is the closest airport to Hotel Helikon?

The closest major airport to Hotel Helikon is Balaton (SOB-FlyBalaton), which is 10.2 mi away (23 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Hotel Helikon?

Yes, every guestroom at Hotel Helikon comes with a balcony.

Does Hotel Helikon have a wedding venue?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Hotel Helikon if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Hotel Helikon Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 147 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 147 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 147 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 147 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 147 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brett and Lilla are Always very happy with our stay at hotel helikon the food is always great and so is the facility’s and the pleasant staff except for one low life who yelled at me for bringing my own drink to the dining room table but since I’m rich and he is working poor I acted like an adult and let it go even though I could have ruined his life because this is the American way he’s lucky I wasn’t an evil elitist snob European other than that everything was great the man was over 45 and had grey hair so Il let him enjoy his pathetic life
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our 2 nd time staying in July Brett and Lilla we had such a great time again breakfast and dinner was excellent again and the staff were super friendly and helpful as usual dont wait to book your stay here rooms get sold out very very quickly and this is one of the best hotels at lake Balaton
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katalin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very classy, great place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

brett

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy I would easily recommend to everyone
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stag

Really enjoyed my stay here. It’s a lovely hotel with great amenities but not pretentious. Good food, lovely view from the lake view room and staff were proficient and friendly. Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent service, facilities and food

The room was relatively big, well designed and comfortable. The breakfast and dinner consisted of a great selection of tasty choices. The best was the excellent and helpful service by the personnel throughout the facility.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

alon

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It has a nice location with nice entrance. The room was a bit too small and had a step inside! It served dinner which was really bad nutrition. Breakfast was good and varied. Overall it was less than good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandor

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and quiet stay. The way we want it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dmitry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A modern hotel on the Balaton shores, perfect spa to relax
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

yevgeniya, bay city

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient beautiful modern room with a lake view, breakfasts and dinners are included, plenty of parking, incredible pool, few hot tubs, saunas, gym. There’s a park next to hotel. Everything thought through for clients to enjoy and relax
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc, Meridianville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the last journey on my seven day trip to Hungary. It is a beautiful hotel, and the rooms were great! I was also within five minutes of dining, shopping, and site seeing. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good food

Very good breakfast and dinner. Nice thermal bath. Staffs are friendly. Nice view.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valentin, Tarlungeni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
everything was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I enjoyed the quality of the food and the serenity of the of season.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doreen, Skagway

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
5-star review for a 5-star hotel on the shore of Lake Balaton. Most rooms have a small balcony with a lake view so the room configuration is not a rectangle, but there is plenty of room for two people and their luggage. The indoor pool and hot tubs are wonderful, sorry I missed the beer spa with the music! The dinner buffet and the breakfast buffet were magnificent, all of the staff were so courteous. The sunrise view from the balcony was breathtaking and there are walking and biking paved trails around the lakeshore and in the park next door. We would love to return, it was just a wonderful experience!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

nir

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anette

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bestens ausgestattetes Zimmer, schöner Saunabereich, Blick auf den See. Sehr gutes Dinner- und Frühstücksbüffet. Sehr gut ausgebildetes Personal.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Traci

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laszlo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is the best in the area. Nice indoor and outdoor pool facilities and jacuzzi. Bfast & dinner buffet included with the room charge, which had a great selection. Game room for kids. This hotel is right on Lake Balaton next to a large park that hosts amazing summer activities and events for the entire family. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dora

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous! Very good experience. Staff were polite and helpful and the facilities were exceptional. The buffet breakfast and dinners were great value and very delicious.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Laszlo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is perfectly located on Lake Balaton walking distance to the local park and weekend festivals in the area. The room prices include 2 meals a day in a buffet arrangement, which we highly recommend. The indoor pool & jacuzzi is amazing and great for kids. Best hotel in the area
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great spot to stay and play

Great hotel in a beautiful location. The room was excellent, the food delicious and the amenities were all top notch. I’ll definitely be looking this hotel up again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

ernest, Montreal

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent access to Lake Balaton. very good spa service. Excellent breakfast and dining options. Very nice staff also
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024