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Maverick Athenaeum

2.0 star property
Hostel near Margaret Island in Budapest

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • 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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Room | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Quadruple Room | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

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

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About the neighborhood

Budapest

Erzsebetvaros stay.Your stay at this Erzsebetvaros hostel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Gellért Thermal Bath and Margaret Island. Blaha Lujza Square and Erkel Theatre are also within half a mile (1 km).

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
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Istanbul Kebab Gyros - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Papitos - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Maverick Athenaeum

Hostel near Margaret Island in Budapest
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Maverick Athenaeum.

This Budapest hostel is smoke free.

  • 88 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
Maverick Athenaeum offers 88 accommodations with hair dryers. This Budapest hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

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

Accessibility

  • Elevator

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately HUF 4000 for adults and HUF 4000 for children

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number KO25114571

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

How close is Maverick Athenaeum to the airport?

Maverick Athenaeum is 12.3 mi (35-min drive) away from the Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Maverick Athenaeum?

As of Mar 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Maverick Athenaeum on Mar 17, 2026 start from $55, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Maverick Athenaeum have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Maverick Athenaeum.

Does Maverick Athenaeum offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Maverick Athenaeum, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of HUF 4000 for adults and HUF 4000 for children. It's available on weekdays from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Maverick Athenaeum?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Las Vegas Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Maverick Athenaeum?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Maverick Athenaeum?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Maverick Athenaeum have a pool?

Maverick Athenaeum does not have a pool.

Does Maverick Athenaeum have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Maverick Athenaeum to downtown Budapest?

Maverick Athenaeum is 0.8 mi away from Budapest.

Maverick Athenaeum Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 188 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 188 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 188 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 188 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 188 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Taleh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Muhammad

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice reception and enjoyable time place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Muhammad

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kira

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay here at Maverick :) I think the double private rooms lack a bit of style and are on the lower end when it comes to amenities (no telephone in the room, no dnd signs, less of the typical hotel add ons) but it's really not a big deal especially for the price. We did have a room facing a blaring light that made nighttime seem like mid-afternoon so if you can only sleep in pitch dark that might be a concern. However, other than that it was pretty pleasant. The lobby area is great. It's lively and fun. There's also a shared kitchen which is a huge plus if you want to save some extra money since eating out in the city can get a bit expensive. The area isn't my favorite part of the city so that may be something to keep in mind. Overall, I would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chang Bae

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mara

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super recomendo! Ficamos num quarto com banheiro privativo, tudo estava excelente. A localização é incrível, fizemos tudo a pé, do ladinho do New York cafe, market hall e do jewsh quarter. Tem um Mercadinho do lado. Café da manhã muito bom. A vibe do lugar é ótima.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

ferdo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Seeing that this was a new hostel, the staff was amazing. The vicinity to most of the Pest
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timur

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

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