Budapest: BeerSpa Unlimited Beer & Széchenyi Baths Ticket

Summary

BeerSpa soak, endless draft beer and Széchenyi’s legendary pools

You’ll soak in warm BeerSpa tubs with unlimited draft beer poured right from your own tap (it’s as fun as it sounds), then spend as long as you want drifting through Széchenyi Bath’s famous thermal pools and saunas. Private changing rooms make everything easy — and you might just leave smelling faintly of hops.

What’s the experience like?

I still smell the hops on my skin. The first thing that hit me wasn’t the beer (though, yeah, there’s a tap right by your tub — dangerous), but this warm, yeasty scent rising from the water. Our guide, Zsófi, grinned when I asked if I’d come out smelling like a brewery. “Only a little,” she said. You settle into this wooden tub — not fancy, just solid — and suddenly you’re floating in what feels like bread dough gone spa-level. The draft beer is cold and foamy, which is weirdly perfect when you’re soaking in hot water. My friend tried to pour it one-handed and made a mess; nobody cared.

The BeerSpa session lasts about 45 minutes, but honestly, time got fuzzy for me after the second glass. There was this older Hungarian couple across from us who kept clinking their mugs and laughing at my pronunciation (“Egészségedre!” — I never got it right). The room echoed with low chatter and the occasional splash. It’s not silent or serene like some spas; it’s more… lively? Maybe that’s the beer talking. Anyway, after we dried off (and yes, you do feel oddly soft-skinned), we had tickets for the full-day Széchenyi Bath pass — private changing room included, which felt like a small luxury after all that communal soaking.

Széchenyi itself is huge — yellow walls, steam curling up from outdoor pools even though it was chilly out. You can wander between saunas and thermal baths as long as you want (we lost track of time completely). There’s something about Budapest locals playing chess in the water that just sticks with me; I watched for ages before realizing my fingers had gone pruney. So yeah, if you need an excuse to laze around all afternoon with zero guilt… this day trip is pretty much it.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Relaxing BeerSpa and Széchenyi Baths

• Soak 45 minutes in beer-infused thermal water
• Enjoy unlimited draft beer at your tub
• Use full-day fast-track entry to Széchenyi Baths
• Explore thermal pools, saunas, and steam rooms
• Use private changing room for comfort

Top questions

How long does the BeerSpa session last?

The BeerSpa soak lasts 45 minutes per session.

Is unlimited beer really included during the BeerSpa?

Yes, you can pour unlimited draft beer directly from your tub during your 45-minute session.

Can I visit Széchenyi Baths all day with this ticket?

If you choose the upgrade option, you get a full-day fast-track pass to all pools and saunas at Széchenyi Baths.

Are private changing rooms included?

Yes, both BeerSpa and Széchenyi Bath tickets include a private changing cabin for your comfort.

Is pickup included?

No hotel pickup is included; public transport options are nearby.

Are children allowed at the BeerSpa?

Children above 14 are allowed only with parental guidance; infants can be brought in strollers but not into tubs.

What time does the BeerSpa open?

The BeerSpa opens at 10 AM daily; tickets are available after that time.

What’s included

Your day includes a 45-minute soak in thermal water enriched with natural beer ingredients—plus unlimited draft beer poured by yourself right from your tub. If you go for the upgrade, you'll also get a full-day fast-track ticket to all of Széchenyi Bath's pools and saunas, along with a private changing room so you can stash your stuff without worry.