Gellert Bath is the most famous Art Nouveau thermal baths in Budapest, Hungary as well as in Europe. Gellert Spa, founded in 1918. Visiting the bath is indeed a beautiful and historical experience. You can visit the main hall free of charge, or spend a whole day of relaxation in the “Palace of Baths” as Gellert Bath is often referred to.
Booking Gellert Baths
There are 10 pools of various sizes and temperatures. Gellert Bath is open every day from 9 am to 7 pm, even on bank holidays, like May 1, August 20 or Christmas. Besides the outdoor wave pool (now known as the outdoor leisure pool), which is a big hit in summer months, there are several geothermal pools open to both men and women. Besides, you can get massage treatments: Gellert Spa Massage, enjoy the saunas, the sunbathing terrace looking at the Gellert Hill, and relax by the geothermal pools with some beer, wine, champagne.
Wave Pool (no waves currently!): Unfortunately, the almost hundred year old innovative wave pool machine has been in need of maintenance since 2019. Due to its special historical value and the complex nature of the machinery built in the 1920s, there is no set date when the waves will start running again in the pool. Therefore the outdoor wave pool currently works as an open air pool (with no artificial waves generated), when the outdoor pool is in season (normally mid May to mid October, subject to weather in Budapest).
As Gellert Bath is one building with the spa hotel named Gellert Hotel, you can enjoy a fascinating holiday in one of the best spa hotels in Budapest, or simply enjoy the bath facilities as a bath visitor (Gellert Bath is open to all, adults, children, men, women, and all its areas are wheelchair accessible)
Fun: try the open-air leisure pool, and explore the labyrinth of the Art Nouveau palace revealing 8 artistic pools with naturally warm spring waters. Both Szechenyi Bath and Gellert Bath are a maze. We recommend getting your own Gellert Spa Map to aid your exploration.
Booking Gellert Baths
Relaxing: soak in the geothermal waters coming from deep under Gellert Hill all day long, summer or winter, and book a massage in advance to enhance the effectiveness of the waters’ healing powers.
Historical: the spring waters of Gellert Bath were discovered in the 15th century, by the 1920s hundreds of thousands of bathers were enjoying the natural healing powers of the geothermal waters. Explore the elegant palace and historical beauty of Gellert Bath.
Special: the entry prices of Gellert Bath are certainly not cheap, but it also ensures that Gellert Bath is not packed with thousands of bathers (like Szechenyi Bath). Enjoy the space, the beauty and the high-quality professional services. You can add a 20 min aroma massage therapy to your bath entry (from €42) with a private cabin. More about Gellert Spa Tickets here.
Massage Treatments: massage treatments are very well priced. Please check out the massage packages (tickets, cabin and massage) below:
You can make an advance massage reservation by booking a Gellert Bath Massage Package, including a full day bath entry, a private cabin and a 20 or 45 minute massage (Aroma or a slightly more vigorous Refreshing massage, Swedish style). Please note that massage treatments are only for bath guests with entry tickets.
Coming soon: Bath Ticket + Aroma Massage (20 min) at Gellert Baths: for 84 Euros. 20 min gentle massage with a professional medical masseuse. The entrance fee is included in the price, as is the private changing cabin (cubicle). The massage is performed with Grape seed oil or Aloe Vera Massage oil focused on the back and shoulder area. This massage is ideal for individuals who wish to enjoy a short, relaxing treatment.
Coming soon: Bath Ticket + Aroma Massage (45 min) at Gellert Baths: for 104 Euros. 45 min gentle massage with a professional medical masseuse. The entrance fee is included in the price, as is the private changing cabin (cubicle). The gentle full body massage is performed with Grape seed oil or Aloe Vera Massage oil and offers relaxing and pampering experience.
Coming soon: Bath Ticket + Refreshing Massage (20 min) at Gellert Baths: for 84 Euros. 20 min moderately stronger massage with a professional medical masseuse. The entrance fee is included in the price, as is the private changing cabin (cubicle). The Massage treatment is focusing on the back and shoulder area and can be requested with Grape seed oil or Massage Cream with Peppermint or Rosemary essential oils. This massage is ideal for individuals who wish to enjoy a short, but invigorating treatment.
Coming soon: Bath Ticket + Refreshing Massage (45 min) at Gellert Baths: for 104 Euros. 45 min moderately stronger massage with a professional medical masseuse. The entrance fee is included in the price, as is the private changing cabin (cubicle). This uplifting full body massage treatment can be requested with Grape seed oil or Massage Cream with Peppermint or Rosemary essential oils.
Booking Gellert SpaIf you have just 1-2-3 days in Budapest, and you wish to visit the most exquisite thermal bath in the City of Spas, we recommend choosing Gellert Bath.
Having said that, the baths in Budapest are worth a visit for their beauties and characteristics, so if you can schedule more baths in your visit, you will not be disappointed or feel bored.
Each bath, Szechenyi Bath, Rudas Bath and the summer pools like Palatinus, has a lot to offer and will give you a special experience in Hungary.
Do not take our word for it, come and see for yourself.
Hi is it possible to book 2 tickets for the baths on the 5th January 2022?
Look forward to hearing from you.
Graham
Hello Graham,
the 2022 prices are not confirmed yet. Please check our website before your planned visit date in the first days of January to make your reservation.
hello,
my boyfriend and I was at your SPA on saturday for 2 massages and baths. We had appointment for massages at 10.50 am. I had a girl, he had a guy. None of us asked what pressure of massage we want, there was no professionalism, they both had no idea what they are doing, no technique, nothing. On top of that, my boyfriend’s masseuse kept yawning all the time without even hiding it! i am not sure if there was there first day working at your SPA but it was definitely worst massges both of us ever had. THe music at some point was a trance house music in the room – i thought it was about luxury experience – what is luxury abou that?! after that we head to baths and the reason i didnt send my feedback earlier is because we both caught a severe flu after being at your thermal baths and its the first day i have no fever. Its not my first time in Budapest, definitely not my first time in SPA, but this experience was something i want to forget as soon as possible. I demand refund at least for massages part of it because it was not up even to lowest standards. I will send my card details once i hear back from you.
Dear Maria,
we are sorry to hear that. Unfortunately, we could not find your booking in our system, therefore we have contacted you via email, please refer to our emails and the contact details provided. We hope that we can welcome you with a better experience.
Hello
I want to book 2 tickets for 19th March for my partners birthday, do the tickets include the indoor pools? I am a bit confused. What is the difference between the cabin and locker?
Hello Janki,
Thank you for contacting us.
Yes, the tickets give you access to all pools indoor and outdoor as well.
Both lockers and cabins are designed to store your belongings while you are enjoying Gellert Spa with its indoor and outdoor pools. BUT:
Lockers are smallish boxes with a lock on them (like the ones at train stations). The size of one is 120x30x65 cm (1200 x 300 x 650 mm).
Cabins, on the other hand, are like changing rooms (but smaller ones) combined with storage facilities. In a cabin, changing privately AND storing your belongings in a safe place can happen at the same time and in the same place.
Hope the helps you making a decision which ticket to buy. Please follow this link for booking: http://gellertspa.com/gellert-spa-thermal-bath-online-tickets
Have a wonderful stay in Gellert Spa of Budapest!
Hi, I am looking to visit in a large group of 10 on the 1st January but can’t pre-book online. If you can’t book online, what would you suggest we do/ what time to arrive on 1st as we really want to visit during our trip to Budapest. Also, if we arrive on the day are we purchasing a full day access ticket or a specified time ticket.
Thanks
Hello Lauren,
we recommend you arrive around 10 am as most of the guests are arriving in the early afternoon hours.
Tickets will be available upon arrival, as the online sale is stopped for the Festive Period.
Hi!
My boyfriend and I are going to Budapest over Christmas and we would love to visit the wonderful thermal baths ! I’ve tried the online booking system but the dates 24-26th of December are not available, though I’ve read on the different baths individual websites that they will be open over the holidays (but with limited opening times).
Could we just turn up on the day? We don’t want to miss out – should it be very busy..
What to do?
Many thanks,
Hanna
Hello Hanna,
for the festive season, online bookings are not available for fast track tickets and massages (neither are cabins as they tend to be booked up very quickly). Please find more details on the link below:
https://bathsbudapest.com/dec
Let me also recommend you an informative Budapest Guide for the month of December including Christmas events http://budapestchristmas.com/
Wishing you a great winter spa holiday in the Hungarian capital!