Guest House of the HUN-REN Balaton Limnological Research Institute
3 Klebelsberg Kuno Street,
Tihany, Hungary, 8237
Email: vendeghaz@blki.hu
Reception phone number: +36 87 448-244 /112
Reception mobile phone number: +36 20 559 32 47
FISHING IS PROHIBITED FOR GUESTS THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE AREA OF THE INSTITUTE, BOTH FROM WATER AND SHORE!
The Guest House of the HUN-REN Balaton Limnological Research Institute is located in a picturesque environment, directly on the shore of Lake Balaton. The house offers 17 air-conditioned rooms: two suites, eight double rooms, and seven triple rooms, providing comfortable accommodation for a total of 42 guests. The suites have bathrooms with bathtubs, while the rooms are equipped with showers. All rooms feature a refrigerator, television, and landline telephone. The guest house also offers Wi-Fi.
For conferences, there is a modern, air-conditioned auditorium with seating for 100 people, equipped with up-to-date technology (internet access, projector, etc.).
Guests can choose self-catering dining options, and the park also has a designated area for grilling. The institute has its own private beach, which guests are welcome to use. A 24-hour secured car park is available free of charge.
Tihany's scenic surroundings, geological wonders, historical monuments, natural attractions, and rare plant and animal species offer many sights to explore. Some of these include: Tihany Benedictine Abbey, Doll Museum, Open-Air Ethnographic Museum, Panopticon of Hungarian Kings and Pirate Museum, Echo Hill, Calvary Hill, Hermitage (monks' dwellings), Reformed Church, Inner Lake, Outer Lake, „Golden House” and other geyser formations.
Prices
| LOW AND SHOULDER SEASON: | 28 March 2025 – 19 June 2025 1 September 2025 – 2 November 2025 |
Prices for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, with a minimum stay of 2 nights:
| Room orientation | Double room | Triple rooms | Suite |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake view | 32.000 Ft | 42.000 Ft | 47.000 Ft |
| Street view | 26.000 Ft | 32.000 Ft | ------ |
Discounted prices on weekdays, Monday to Thursday, with a minimum stay of 2 nights:
| Room orientation | Double room | Triple rooms | Suite |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake view | 26.500 Ft | 33.000 Ft | 37.000 Ft |
| Street view | 22.000 Ft | 28.000 Ft | ------ |
| HIGH SEASON: | 20 June 2025 – 31 August 2025 |
Prices:
| Room orientation | Double room | Triple rooms | Suite |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake view | 39.000 Ft | 47.000 Ft | 56.000 Ft |
| Street view | 36.000 Ft | 43.000 Ft | ------ |
Prices include VAT.
Extra bed: 9,000 HUF/night
Tourist tax: 800 HUF/person/night (for those over 18 years of age).
Surcharges and Discounts:
From 28 March 2025 to 2 November 2025
- A 10% surcharge applies for a 1-night stay.
- A 10% discount is available on room rates for stays of 5 nights or more.
- A 20% group discount is available for groups of more than 15 people, except on high-season days.
Discounts may be available outside the peak season for members of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences (MTA), employees of the MTA Secretariat, employees of HUN-REN research institutions and Secretariat, members of the Hungarian and Széchenyi Art Academies, and faculty members of higher education institutions.
Conference room:
For information regarding the rental of the conference room, please request a quote via email at vendeghaz@blki.hu.
Ground floor meeting room/restaurant (for 20–40 people):
For inquiries regarding the rental of the guest house’s ground floor meeting room or restaurant, please contact vendeghaz@blki.hu.
Cancellation policy:
Ordered services can be cancelled free of charge up to 7 days prior to the booked date. If cancelled within 7 days, 50% of the cost will be charged. Cancellations made within 48 hours will incur a 100% charge. Cancellations must be made in writing.
