Tourism statisticsCity2026
Budapest Tourism Statistics: 7.7M Arrivals in 2025
Budapest, in Central Hungary, Hungary, recorded 7,685,984 tourist arrivals in 2025, the Hungarian Central Statistical Office reports. AirROI estimates 394,815 Airbnb stays in Budapest in the 12 months to October 2026. The busiest month was September, and the quietest was January.
Airbnb figures are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026. Read the method
- Estimated Airbnb nights
- 1,662,955
- Typical Airbnb stay
- 4.2 nights
- Busiest Airbnb month
- September
- From abroad, among guests who left a review
- 96%
Key facts
Budapest Tourism Facts
Each sentence names its place, period and source, so it can be quoted alone.
Official
- The Hungarian Central Statistical Office puts Budapest at 7,685,984 tourist arrivals in 2025.
Airbnb stays
- AirROI puts Airbnb stays in Budapest at 394,815 in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Budapest added up to 1,662,955 nights in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates a typical Airbnb stay in Budapest lasted 4.2 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 55 days ahead.
Busiest months
- AirROI ranks September the busiest Airbnb month in Budapest in the 12 months to October 2026, followed by December and August, with January the quietest.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb in Budapest had no single high season in the 12 months to October 2026: the three busiest months were September, December and August.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Budapest in July were booked furthest ahead, about 87 days, against 34 days for February, in the 12 months to October 2026.
Guests
- AirROI estimates 96% of Budapest Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026 came from abroad, led by the United Kingdom at 13% and the United States at 11%.
- Among Budapest Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, London was the top origin city at 2.9%, and Budapest itself came second at 1.8%, AirROI estimates.
By place
- AirROI ranks Budapest first for Airbnb stays among the 13 towns it lists in Hungary in the 12 months to October 2026.
Official numbers
How Many Tourists Visit Budapest?
The Hungarian Central Statistical Office counted 7,685,984 tourist arrivals in 2025.
| Figure | What it counts | Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7,685,984Tourist arrivals | Tourist arrivals at tourist accommodation establishments | 2025 | Hungarian Central Statistical Office |
Airbnb stays
Airbnb Stays in Budapest
Budapest had 10,138 Airbnb homes in the 12 months to October 2026. They took an estimated 394,815 stays and 1,662,955 nights. A typical stay lasted 4.2 nights and was booked about 55 days ahead.
- Airbnb homes
- 10,138
- Airbnb stays, estimate
- 394,815
- Airbnb nights, estimate
- 1,662,955
- Typical stay
- 4.2 nights
- Booked ahead
- 55 days
Busiest months
When Is the Busiest Time in Budapest?
On Airbnb, September was the busiest month in Budapest in the 12 months to October 2026, then December and August. January was the quietest. The busiest months do not sit together, so there is no single high season.
September ranks first, January last
Airbnb months in calendar order, 12 months to October 2026. The number is the month's rank, and 1 is the busiest. The bar shows its part of Airbnb nights.
- Three busiest months
- Other months
From busiest to quietest: September, December, August, October, May, November, April, June, July, March, February, January.
Month by month: rank, typical stay and days booked ahead
| Month | Share of nights | Booked ahead |
|---|---|---|
| September | 10.0% | 50 days |
| December | 9.4% | 50 days |
| August | 9.3% | 60 days |
| October | 9.0% | 44 days |
| May | 8.7% | 74 days |
| November | 8.3% | 39 days |
| April | 8.2% | 48 days |
| June | 8.1% | 68 days |
| July | 8.0% | 87 days |
| March | 7.7% | 36 days |
| February | 7.0% | 34 days |
| January | 6.2% | 35 days |
Share is each month's part of the year's Airbnb nights. Typical stay and days booked ahead are AirROI estimates for stays in each month.
Where guests come from
Where Do Budapest Airbnb Guests Come From?
Among Budapest Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, nearly all came from abroad (96%), led by the United Kingdom at 13% and the United States at 11%, AirROI estimates. Among the same guests, London was the top origin city at 2.9%, and Budapest itself came second at 1.8%. The figures rest on 1,190,905 reviews, written over many years.
96% from abroad
Among guests who left a review, as of October 2026
- From abroad 96%
- From within Hungary 4%
Top countries abroad
Among guests who left a review
Top origin cities
Among guests who left a review
FAQ
Questions About Tourism in Budapest
How many tourists visit Budapest?
Budapest had 7,685,984 tourist arrivals in 2025, according to the Hungarian Central Statistical Office. AirROI estimates 394,815 Airbnb stays in Budapest in the 12 months to October 2026, which is a separate count of bookings.
When is the busiest time in Budapest?
The busiest Airbnb month in Budapest in the 12 months to October 2026 was September, then December and August.
What is the quietest month in Budapest?
January was the quietest Airbnb month in Budapest in the 12 months to October 2026, ranking 12th of 12, and February ranked 11th. Stays in January were booked about 35 days ahead, against 87 days for July.
How long is a typical Airbnb stay in Budapest?
A typical Airbnb stay in Budapest lasted 4.2 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 55 days ahead. By month, stays ran from 3.5 nights in May to 4.3 nights in July.
Where do Airbnb guests in Budapest come from?
Of Budapest Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, 96% came from abroad, AirROI estimates. The largest groups were the United Kingdom at 13% and the United States at 11%. Among the same guests, the top origin city was London at 2.9%, and Budapest itself came second at 1.8%.
Are Airbnb stays the same as tourists?
No. The Hungarian Central Statistical Office counts tourist arrivals (7,685,984 in 2025). An Airbnb stay is one booking on one platform, however many guests it holds. AirROI's 394,815 stays are estimates for the 12 months to October 2026.
Method
How These Numbers Are Made
Official figures come from their publishers, linked above, and were last checked in November 2026. Stays and nights are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026, built from Airbnb listing data, and cover Airbnb only. Nights are stays times the typical stay: 394,815 stays at 4.21 nights. Month ranks compare each month's part of Airbnb nights. Origin rests on 1,190,905 reviews and describes guests who left a review, not everyone who stayed. Read the method page.