Ensana Thermal Margaret Island

“Excellent venue for sport events”

Returned here recently for a second time with a 50+ participant sport event and it was once again a flawless experience. The staff all around were super easy to communicate with from sales to reception to the restaurant staff, also when needing to make some last minute adjustments. Even though the … more

Returned here recently for a second time with a 50+ participant sport event and it was once again a flawless experience. The staff all around were super easy to communicate with from sales to reception to the restaurant staff, also when needing to make some last minute adjustments. Even though the building may not look like much from the outside, the rooms are super nicely renovated and very comfortable. They have very many meeting rooms of all sizes as well. Everybody was impressed with the variety and the richness of the meal buffets. Even though we had full boatd there, the meals never got boring or repetitive and there were also some Hungarian specialties on offer every single time. Loved the whole experience, would be happy to return again.

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“Better Value and Less Crowded Than Széchenyi”

We really enjoyed our visit. Although it’s much smaller than Széchenyi Thermal Bath, we actually preferred it. The entrance fee is roughly half the price of Széchenyi, yet we felt we got better value. Towels are included (we were given three each), which was a nice touch and something you usually … more

We really enjoyed our visit. Although it’s much smaller than Széchenyi Thermal Bath, we actually preferred it. The entrance fee is roughly half the price of Széchenyi, yet we felt we got better value. Towels are included (we were given three each), which was a nice touch and something you usually have to pay extra for elsewhere. The spa has five pools (four indoor and one outdoor), an infrared sauna, a traditional dry sauna, and a cold plunge pool. A few of the saunas were temporarily out of service during our visit, but it didn’t significantly affect our experience. Another big advantage was that it was far less crowded than Széchenyi, making it much more relaxing. The only downside was the service at the bar, which was rather slow and not particularly welcoming.

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“Wrong type of guests”

Please get rid of the moldy carpets. Carpets do not belong in any hotel, especially not a spa hotel. Breakfast buffet was plentiful, but the quality was average. Biggest concern however, and the reason we are never returning, was the many Russian tourists. Why on earth?

“Medical Rehabilitation Facility”

Please note this review is for the Ensana Spa only — we did not stay at the hotel. I booked the spa through Get Your Guide based on the largely positive reviews. First Impressions: The exterior of the building wasn’t promising (it resembles an old government office), but we went in anyway. Recept… more

Please note this review is for the Ensana Spa only — we did not stay at the hotel. I booked the spa through Get Your Guide based on the largely positive reviews. First Impressions: The exterior of the building wasn’t promising (it resembles an old government office), but we went in anyway. Reception was modern, the staff were lovely, and we were given towels and wristbands for the lockers. Changing Room: The women’s changing area was clean, well‑equipped, and easy to use. The Spa: At first glance, the spa looked like a standard modern facility, but a few things quickly stood out: Age group: aside from a handful of people, almost all guests were over 65. Facilities: there were numerous hoists, extra handrails, chairs around the pools, and a pebbled cold‑water walkway clearly designed for therapy. Observation window: one thermal pool had a window with what looked like a nurse monitoring guests — not a lifeguard. It became clear this is primarily a medical rehabilitation spa, which isn’t a negative in itself, but it was not what we expected. Saunas: There are small gender‑separated sauna areas that are clearly marked as textile‑free. However, many guests ignored this, so when I followed the rules and entered nude, I was stared at as if I was in the wrong and therefore I felt very uncomfortable. Steam room: Very powerful (which I usually enjoy), but the steam outlets were at foot level, making the floor so hot I had to leave. Get My Guide: My criticism is aimed more at Get Your Guide, whose description is misleading. Although my review was published on their site, it has been buried and is hard to find. In summary: If you have limited mobility or prefer a quiet, non‑touristy thermal experience, this spa is suitable. But if you’re looking for a regular thermal bath experience, choose Rudas Baths or Széchenyi Baths — both are excellent.

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