Budapest has several peak periods when you can charge 2–3x the usual rate:
Major events (2–3x price increase + min. 3–4 night minimum):
- Hungaroring (Formula 1) — typically late July / early August
- Sziget Festival — typically early/mid August
- New Year's Eve — December 28 – January 3
Smaller peak periods (10–50% increase):
- Easter, Whitsun, August 20 (national holiday)
- Conferences, sports events
- Spring and autumn (generally strong seasons)
Tip: price the days before and after events at premium rates too!
