Gellert Spa is one of the most famous thermal spa baths in Europe, and one of the leading natural hot spring spa baths in Budapest, Hungary
Kindly note that 1 out of the 10 pools will be closed due to maintenance in the upcoming months.
Gellert thermal pools, swimming pool, outdoor pool and spa treatments offer a great relaxation and entertainment all year round. Visit Gellert Spa Bath and experience high quality relaxation at a fraction of the costs you would pay in any western country.
Gellert Bath opened in 1918 offering medicinal water treatments using the same deep underground springs the Knights of St John used in the 12th century, and later on the Turks to feel the invigorating powers of the mineral rich waters.
Gellert Spa by River Danube Budapest
Gellert Spa is situated by the river Danube where panoramic boats carry passengers by day and by night. The building of the thermal bath is one of the many beautiful riverside attractions along the river in Budapest. To see available boat tours in the city you can check Budapest river cruise programmes and their daily timetables.
Come and visit our favourite bath in Budapest besides Szechenyi Baths: Gellert Spa Bath is the true gem of the thermal baths where you can easily spend a day, explore the numerous pools, get luxury treatments without having to feel crowded by other tourists. Spa and elegance await you in the Art Nouveau building of the almost hundred year old Gellert Bath.
Gellert Spa is famous for its lovely warm spring water pools, its architecture, its landscape, and also for its spa treatments, and pampering massage therapies at reasonable prices.
Gellert Spa Bath – Outdoor Pool
Kindly note that the outdoor pool at Gellert Spa & Thermal Bath—formerly the iconic wave pool featuring not only Budapest’s or Europe’s, but the world’s first artificial wave machine from 1927—has a gradually deepening design, ranging from shallow areas that may be suitable for younger visitors, to significantly deeper sections on the opposite end. – Temperature: 26°C, Water depth: 0.40 m – 2.75 m.
While the outdoor pool is typically open from the end of May through September, it may occasionally require maintenance on short notice. For this reason, we strongly recommend checking availability on the day of your visit, either at the entrance or with staff on site, as access to this pool cannot always be guaranteed.
Last updated May 21, 2025
Just about to book Please advise is
Double Royal Thermal massage 70m & 2 GS tickets and 2 cabins
Does this mean its a massage and entry for 2 adults?
Coming on honeymoon and want to make sure what I am booking is for 2 people.
thank you
Carly
Hello Carly,
yes, the double massages are for 2 persons, having the massages in the same room at the same time.
Awesome thank you 🙂
Hi
We have paid via Paypal for two massages and a day ticket at 11am tomorrow and the money has been taken however we haven’t received an email or booking confirmation.
Please could you confirm this has been booked?
Many thanks
Mykala
Dear Mykala,
thank you for your booking.
In the meantime, you have received the booking confirmation and we will send you the updated massage hours shortly.
Enjoy your holiday in Budapest!
Dear Gellert Spa,
I have booked a 2-person 70 minute harmony massage (including baths and cabin) for 3pm (1500h) on Saturday 7th October. I’ve paid through paypal and have a receipt from them. But please can I have an email confirmation from you of our booking?
Thank you very much.
Hello we have booked to come tomorrow and the money has gone out of our account but we never received tickets or confirmation via email. We have tried to contact the bath but incorrect number. Please get back to us urgently. Thank you.
Sarah Para
Dear Sarah,
we have contacted you via email.
Have a nice stay in Budapest!
Dear Gellert spa & bath
I have just booked and payed for a double visit to your bath the 7. oct with the royal thermal extra massage for 70 min. It is for 2 persons.
I didn’t get a voucher but just the receipt for the payment.
Will that be good for entering Gellert bath?
Dear Lars,
thank you for your booking and your comment.
We have already sent you an email informing you that the timetable of the October massages has not been finalized yet. We will send you the actual massage hours of your reservation approx. 2 weeks before your date of visit.
Thank you for your patience.
Thank you.
We are looking forward to visit your bath/spa.
Can you please explain what ‘extra’ mean?
Dear Lars,
the Royal Thermal Extra Massage is the therapeutic version of the Royal Thermal Massage.
To enhance the healing and analgesic effects of the treatment, the masseuse applies a special balm – made of goat butter – to the painful parts of the body after the massage.
Ok. Thanks for your explanation.
Best wishes,
Lars
Question – we have booked a couples massage at the spa but did not bring bathing suits on our travels. Is it acceptable to be naked during massage? If not, what is recommended?
Hello Debra,
thank you for your email.
General rule: Please wear your swimwear for your massage.
If you prefer to be naked or covered in a swim wear can be a crucial aspect of a massage therapy. In Szechenyi Baths the massage therapies are always in a swim wear, but ladies can release the bikini strings if they wish. In general, we suggest talking to your masseuse in advance about your dressing preferences.
Booking:
http://gellertspa.com/gellert-bath-massage
I hope I could be of help.