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Maverick Athenaeum

2.0 star property
Hostel with a bar, near Gellért Thermal Bath

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Reception
Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining room
Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Quadruple Room | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Rakoczi, 54, Budapest, BUD, 1074
  • Place, Blaha Lujza Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Dohany Street Synagogue
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Hungarian State Opera House
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Budapest (BUD-Ferenc Liszt Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 10 Bed Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 9 Bed Female Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Bed Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Bed Female Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Bed in 5 Bed Mixed Dorm | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 5 Bed Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Bed Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Bed in 6 Bed Female Dorm | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Bed Female Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 7 Bed Female Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 8 Bed Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Room | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Quadruple Room | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Economy Quadruple Room | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Budapest

Located in Erzsebetvaros, Maverick Athenaeum is within a mile (2 km) of popular sights such as Hungarian State Opera House and St. Stephen's Basilica. This 88-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, a coffee shop/cafe, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Blaha Lujza Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Dohany Street Synagogue - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Hungarian National Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Hungarian State Opera House - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • St. Stephen's Basilica - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪New York Café - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Habakuk Bár - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Karaván Török Büfé - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Amigo Bár - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Maverick Athenaeum

Hostel with a bar, near Gellért Thermal Bath
Maverick Athenaeum features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and microwave in a common area. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with securing valuables, luggage storage, and access to locker space. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, a computer station, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Hair dryers are also standard.

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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 transportation

  • No onsite 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

  • Elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • 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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

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

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 4000 for adults and HUF 4000 for children

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 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.
Property Registration Number KO25114571

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.
  • 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

Is free cancellation available at Maverick Athenaeum?

Maverick Athenaeum offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do near Maverick Athenaeum?

This hostel is situated in Erzsebetvaros, just steps from Blaha Lujza Square, and within a 10-minute walk of Erkel Theatre and Madach Theatre. You'll also find Margaret Island and Hungarian State Opera House within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Maverick Athenaeum?

No, there isn't parking at this hostel.

Does Maverick Athenaeum include a casino on the premises?

No, Maverick Athenaeum doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Maverick Athenaeum?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Maverick Athenaeum?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a café, and a 24-hour front desk at this hostel.

Are there hot tubs at Maverick Athenaeum?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Maverick Athenaeum have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Maverick Athenaeum serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its cafe.

Does Maverick Athenaeum allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Maverick Athenaeum.

Does Maverick Athenaeum have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

Where is the closest airport to Maverick Athenaeum?

The closest major airport to Maverick Athenaeum is Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD), which is 12.3 mi away (35 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Maverick Athenaeum?

No, at Maverick Athenaeum, there aren't any rooms that list a balcony.

Maverick Athenaeum Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 173 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 173 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 173 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 173 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 173 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

rachelle

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Probably one of the best hostels. The hostel is centrally located, easy to get from airport, near a Lidl, Jewish Quarters, train station, etc. The staff was amazing and the lobby area was beautiful. The hostel has fun activities for guest to participate while staying such as wine night, Bingo, etc. The rooms were cleaned regularly which was nice. The only downside is you may end up with the wrong hostel guest in your room. Unfortunately, our room had a person who came back late every night and got upset when others were getting ready at 7-9am.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value, especially as breakfast was included. Really nice room (private bathroom for us, window onto central “courtyard”, quiet [might be due to January occupancy]) and good facilities (kitchen, bar, cafe) on the ground floor. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Chiara

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I ended up with a family room. Plenty of room for a family with a private bathroom. Place was clean and tidy. Right in the centre of Budapest and close to all sights. Supermarkets are close by too, would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Yongzhen

Parking is an issue, parked on street, but when putting over 1500 koron, all coins were eaten by the machime and couldn't reach anybody
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Arina

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jenna

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

shae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The kitchen area was poor. 2 microwaves, 1 kettle and a air fryer. Difficult to cook yourself a meal. Would be nice if there was a quiet area to watch tv. Beds super comfortable. Large lockers. Dorm areas verybquiet. Would be nice if beds had privacy curtains. Easy check in. Located close to public transport
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

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

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was awesome. The only two things I would change are: 1. Clean more often and 2. Doors that don’t slam. The staff is so kind and helpful. I would likely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dermot

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

Beds Unlaundered

The beds in both the 1st and replacement room had human hairs on them.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Fantastic Stay

Fantastic place! Great space for working/chilling out. Next to bus/tram/metro stops so incredibly easy to get around the city. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Would definitely reccommend!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The inside was great and the rooms A/C was fantastic! However the Hostel isn’t located in an amazing area. Other than the area, everything else was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness

Okay stay

Rooms are small but expected for the cheap price. The bathrooms however were very dirty - the drains in one of the shower was clogged so the water would take 5 mins to drain
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Maria

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved it! We stayed in a private room and private bathroom, the room was immaculate, the bed was comfortable and the A/C worked amazingly well! Staff was nice and helpful. The hotel is right next to the M2 subway line and a 15 minute walk from the train station.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

Excellent hostel

Excellent value, friendly hostel in the centre of Budapest.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good. Lidl around the corner. Metro station at the entrance. Bus, tram stops within 100 meters
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Shared bathroom booking was good in terms of being cheaper, and it was cleaned by the staff daily, but of course if other guests leave it in a poor state that makes it less pleasant to use, which unfortunately was the case. Hotel staff were very helpful and pleasant.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024