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Budapest's Party District Bans Short-Term Rentals in 2026 as Gellért Bath Closes for Major Renovation
Effective January 1, 2026, Budapest's District VI - widely known as the Party District and home to the city's famous ruin bars, including Szimpla Kert and Instant-Fogas - has officially banned short-term rental accommodations such as Airbnb. The ban, enacted by the Terézváros local government, affects all short-term rental listings in one of the most popular tourist neighborhoods in Central Europe. Hotels, bed-and-breakfasts, and registered guesthouses in the district remain fully operational and unaffected by the regulation. Travelers who previously booked apartments in District VI through platforms like Airbnb or Booking.com must now seek alternative accommodation either in neighboring districts or switch to traditional hotel options within Terézváros.
Simultaneously, the iconic Gellért Thermal Bath - one of Budapest's most photographed Art Nouveau landmarks and a fixture on virtually every "must-visit" list for the city - has closed its doors for a complete renovation. The historic bathhouse, which first opened in 1918, is not expected to reopen until 2028. For the millions of tourists who visit Budapest's thermal baths annually, this means one of the city's top three bathing experiences is temporarily unavailable.
HungaryUnlocked.com has responded to both developments with detailed, locally-researched guides. The site's Budapest Accommodation Guide (https://hungaryunlocked.com/budapest-accommodation-guide/) compares hotels, hostels, and apartments across the city with current 2026 pricing, helping visitors find suitable alternatives outside District VI. For thermal bath enthusiasts affected by the Gellért closure, the site's City Park Ice Rink and winter activities guide (https://hungaryunlocked.com/ice-skating-at-city-park/) covers alternative seasonal attractions, while the Budapest Tours guide (https://hungaryunlocked.com/best-getyourguide-tours-budapest-local-guide/) helps first-time visitors plan their itinerary around the city's current offerings, including Rudas Bath, Széchenyi Bath, and Lukács Bath as recommended alternatives - all with updated ticket prices and practical visitor tips.
Founded by a Budapest-based local, HungaryUnlocked.com has built a readership of over 9,000 monthly visitors by offering travel advice that prioritizes authentic local experiences over tourist-oriented content. The site covers Budapest accommodation, dining, thermal baths, seasonal events, and cultural guides with regularly updated pricing and practical information verified against official Hungarian sources.
For more information, visit https://hungaryunlocked.com or contact the editorial team at the address below.
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HungaryUnlocked.com is an independent Budapest travel guide and blog. The site provides in-depth, locally-informed travel content covering Budapest and Hungary, including accommodation guides, restaurant recommendations, thermal bath reviews, cultural event coverage, and seasonal travel planning resources. With over 39,000 monthly readers, HungaryUnlocked has established itself as a trusted alternative to generic travel guides by offering verified local knowledge, up-to-date pricing, and practical tips written from an insider's perspective.
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