Our favourite accommodations where you can start the day with a heavenly breakfast

A real treasure chest is hidden in a secret, magical corner of the Bükk Mountains: in the Avalon Luxury Villa, located just 500 metres from the Avalon Resort & SPA area, you can expect five-star, private relaxation, whether you arrive with friends or family. The villa, which was designed with amazing taste inside and out, is not only elegant and intimate, but also a special accommodation due to its outstanding services; as you can enjoy premium hotel comfort in your “own” villa! In the nearly 6,000 square metre residence, surrounded by ancient trees, not only the space, but also the wellness realm is “yours”.

At Avalon Luxury Villa, you can request not only a chef, but also a private bartender service, so that your favourite drink is always at hand! And if you arrive with children, you can also get some “me time” with the help of qualified animators.

Authentic Balaton press houses, wrapped in luxury: this is how we could best summarize the profile of Casa Christa in Balatonszőlős. On the approximately 60,000 square metre estate, you can find 7 press houses renovated in Tuscan style, each suitable for 2-6 people. The child- and dog-friendly cottages offer endless peace and a magical panorama of Lake Balaton, and an excellent breakfast! The estate is home to the MICHELIN Bib Gourmand-rated Casa Christa Restaurant, which can be reached along the vines in the morning light. The dishes, which combine Hungarian-French elements, are prepared according to the farm-to-table concept; here, the ingredients come from within the estate or from local, regional producers. After the slow breakfast to start the day, there are numerous active programme options in the area; in the nature reserve – where Casa Christa is located – there are numerous hiking trails, but there are also opportunities for wine tours, cycling adventures and even horseback riding.

Hello Hungary tip: The Balaton Wines Visitor Centre, a wine tasting and visitor centre, recently opened on the neighbouring estate. At the site, you can taste about 350 different wines from 75 winemakers in the Balaton wine region, and during the visit you can gain detailed insight into the mysteries of the region.

One of the hidden gems of Southern Transdanubia is the Hotel Essence*****, opened in 2025, which is not only a premium accommodation, but also a place for recharging yourself with experiences. The modern, clean design and the proximity to nature can captivate the guest from the first moment. Every detail of the five-star hotel is about comfort; you can immediately feel at home in the friendly, spacious rooms. The start of the day can be truly memorable with breakfast at the Novello Restaurant: freshly baked pastries, local cheeses and meats, seasonal fruits and mouth-watering hot dishes await guests. The hearty breakfast can even be enjoyed on the terrace, listening to the chirping of birds.

Hotel Essence***** is an excellent choice for those arriving with friends, family, couples or even alone. After a hearty breakfast, you can immerse yourself in the wellness realm, visit the hotel's cinema, or even – among the many other activity options – treat yourself to PHYTOMER beauty treatments.

Nestled in the heart of the Balaton Uplands, Mandilla is a true village treasure, where tradition and modern comfort meet the Italian “dolce vita” lifestyle. The gentle hills and vineyards surrounding the accommodation exude an incredible tranquillity, and the garden offers a magnificent panorama of the village. In the restaurant of the Mandilla, chef Alessandro Arena prepares Mediterranean dishes with high-quality ingredients and spices.

The restaurant is not only open to hotel guests, but breakfast is only available to those who sleep here. The selection includes freshly baked breads, homemade jams, local products and fresh, hot dishes. Champagne is also available for a snack to start the day, and coffee is made using a 1962 Faema coffee machine. Guests can enjoy breakfast in the courtyard or in the cosy, sunny dining room, while the silence of nature and the chirping of birds frame the experience.

The exceptional accommodation of the Platán Tata complex, the Platán Manor House, is located in the historic town of Tata, surrounded by plane trees. The accommodation recommended in The MICHELIN Guide Hotels’ selection for 2024, is located in an unparalleled setting, just a few steps from the shores of Lake Öreg, next to the Esterházy Castle and the Tata Castle. The rooms, designed by award-winning interior designer Zoltán Varró, offer breathtaking views of the sights of the town. The Platán Manor House is famous for its rich breakfast: fresh sourdough pastries from the own bakery of Platán Tata, excellent coffee and seasonal delicacies from the producers await guests, as well as egg dishes a la minute, and you can even have champagne. You can have breakfast in an inner courtyard, in the open air, or in the Platán Bisztró restaurant while you plan the programme for the day. If you are looking for wellness pampering, the accommodation includes the MIRROR Spa, a finalist in a famous New York design competition, located in the castle moat, with massage, sauna, steam bath and an outdoor pool fed by a natural spring.

Hilaris Hotels and Gábor Krausz – these names alone suggest that you can find quality, progressive and year-round gastronomic experiences on the southern shore of Lake Balaton, at REED. The adult-friendly hotel in Siófok is one of the flagships of the four-season Balaton, which is not only an excellent accommodation option, but also a recommended gastronomic stop. Under the creative leadership of executive chef Gábor Krausz, you can start the day here with a magnificent breakfast: freshly baked pastries, local delicacies and seasonal hot dishes await guests. After the morning snacks consumed in the stylish interior, one can easily start the programmes on the Balaton shore, or simply surrender to relaxation.