Siófok

Travel Guide

A calm lake with two sailboats anchored near a grassy bank.
A plaza with a central fountain, surrounded by trees and buildings with red roofs.
A riverside walkway with benches, green poles, and buildings in the background.
A row of colorful water slides on a pier over the ocean.
A wooden pier extending into a body of water with gentle waves and a clear sky.

The party capital of Lake Balaton with its nightclubs and discos also attracts visitors to its spas, old churches and gorgeous beaches.

Attractive beaches, a lakeside setting and an active nightlife make Siófok one of the most popular summer vacation spots in Hungary. In the cooler months the town on Lake Balaton still has much to offer the visitor with expansive parks, historical buildings and churches. Come for aquatic adventures, beachside relaxation, late-night parties and sightseeing.

Many summer visitors spend a lot of their time by and on the water in three main beach areas. The beaches at Golden ShoreOpens in a new window (Aranypart) and Silver Shore (Ezüstpart) are free, while you have to pay a small fee for access to the central beach by the harbor. Work on your tan, enjoy watersports and stroll along the promenades.

Join the summer crowds at one of Siófok’s most popular destinations, the Beach House. For a small entry fee, take advantage of the club’s stretch of lakefront and sporting facilities. Stay in the evenings to see live concerts and to dance in the nightclub.

During your time in the town, venture away from the water to go sightseeing. Visit some of the town's churches, including the early 19th-century Szent Kilit Roman Catholic Church. Enjoy a drink with a view inside the café bar of the Water Tower. View works of art by prominent artists in some of the parks and squares. These works include The Birth of Venus, a fountain in the main square created by Hungarian sculptor Imre Varga. After your tour, relax in the thermal pools of the Galerius Spa and Wellness Center.

Siófok has a reputation as a summer party town. The main hub of activity is along the Petőfi Promenade where there are many discos, bars and nightclubs. If you prefer your evening’s entertainment on the quieter side, dine in a restaurant with lake views.

Reach Siófok by flying into the international airport in Budapest and complete the rest of the journey by train, car or bus. You can also arrive by boat from other towns around Lake Balaton. Enjoy a vacation of beach parties, aquatic adventures and blissful relaxation.

Where to stay in Siófok

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Siófok Aranypart

Unique features of Siófok Aranypart include the lake views and beaches. Make a stop by Lake Balaton or Grand Beach while you're exploring the area.

Siofok-Szabadifurdo

While there might not be top attractions in Siofok-Szabadifurdo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Grand Beach and Siofok Water Tower.

Balatonkiliti

When in Balatonkiliti, you can plan a visit to Siofok Water Tower and Sio Plaza, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Siófok City Centre

While visiting Siófok City Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Siofok Water Tower and Sio Plaza.

Siofok-Sosto

While Siofok-Sosto might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Grand Beach and Siofok Water Tower.

Club218 Wellness Apartments

Club218 Wellness Apartments

4 out of 5
83 Beszédes József stny. Siófok
$99 nightly
The price is $109 total per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
$109 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Siófok. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 hot tubs, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Grand Beach and Siófok Ferris Wheel are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6 reviews)
"Excellent stay in a nice sorrounding just a short walk away from the busy tourist street. And best of all it is very close to the Beach. Wellness section is great too. The only thing we missed was some information about where to dump garbage but it helps a lot to just ask :-) Google translate has ..."

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2026

Club218 Wellness Apartments
 REED Boutique HOTEL & BISTRO

REED Boutique HOTEL & BISTRO

4.5 out of 5
20 Vécsey Károly u. Siófok
$214 nightly
The price is $230 total per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
$230 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Siófok. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Silver Shore and Imre Kálmán Museum are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (33 reviews)
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Reviewed on Jul 5, 2026

REED Boutique HOTEL & BISTRO
Hotel Yacht Wellness & Business

Hotel Yacht Wellness & Business

4 out of 5
Vitorlás u. 12-14 Siófok
$161 nightly
The price is $174 total per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
$174 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Siófok. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 indoor pools, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Siófok Ferry Terminal and Imre Kálmán ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (103 reviews)
"I would not say 4-star service or quality. I have booked the hotel for my young family based on descriptions that it is a 4 star up market hotel. I stayed in many hotels and this is by no means an up market and 4 star hotel. We arrived about 20 mins prior check-in time with my wife and little baby. ..."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Hotel Yacht Wellness & Business
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Club218 Wellness Apartments

Club218 Wellness Apartments

4 out of 5
83 Beszédes József stny. Siófok
Stay at this aparthotel in Siófok. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 hot tubs, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Grand Beach and Siófok Ferris Wheel are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6 reviews)
"Excellent stay in a nice sorrounding just a short walk away from the busy tourist street. And best of all it is very close to the Beach. Wellness section is great too. The only thing we missed was some information about where to dump garbage but it helps a lot to just ask :-) Google translate has ..."

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2026

Club218 Wellness Apartments
BJ81 Suite Hotel

BJ81 Suite Hotel

4 out of 5
81 Beszédes József stny. Siófok
Stay at this aparthotel in Siófok. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Grand Beach and Siófok Ferris Wheel are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
"We stayed in a penthouse suite. It was very spacious with a wraparound terrace. Everything was state of the art. The only thing that needs improvement was breakfast, which was the same every day with not a lot of choice."

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2026

BJ81 Suite Hotel
Villa Oliver 3 Siófok

Villa Oliver 3 Siófok

3 out of 5
79 Szent László utca Siófok
Book a stay at this beach apartment in Siófok. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Grand Beach and Siófok Ferris Wheel are ...
7.8/10 Good! (19 reviews)
"Dirty rooms, spiderwebs everywhere. Blinds on windows not working. If you’re on the ground floor, you’ll hear every word from surrounding rooms."

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2026

Villa Oliver 3 Siófok
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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