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Hotel Essence *****
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Highlights
- exclusive 5* hotel in a tranquil natural setting in southern Hungary
- opening in spring 2025
- elegant design concept by Natuzzi
- separate wellness area for families and adults only
- high-quality cuisine & exquisite wine experiences
- ideal starting point for wine, culture & culinary tours
Facilities
- air condition
- sauna
- restaurant
- parking spot
- garden/park
- indoor pool
- outdoor pool
- fitness
- Wi-Fi
Categories
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- Spa
- Health & Cure
- Fitness
- Yoga
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- Culture
- Hiking
- Bike
Location
Altitude: approx. 170m
Highway: M6/60/Pogány/approx. 5km
Train station: Pécs/12km
Airport: Pécs-Pogány/3km or Osijek/100km
The 5* Hotel Essence enjoys a tranquil location in Pogány, in the Pécs-Villány region of southern Hungary. Nestled in a charming natural landscape and only a 15-minute drive from the cultural city of Pécs, the hotel combines relaxation, indulgence, and exclusive experiences. The world-renowned Villány wine region and the Harkány thermal baths are in close proximity. Popular destinations include the UNESCO World Heritage-listed early Christian burial chambers of Pécs, the Zsolnay Cultural Quarter, and the prestigious wine cellars of the Villány wine region. Those who enjoy sports will find numerous opportunities for hiking, cycling, walking and outdoor activities in the diverse natural landscape of the region around the hotel.
Facilities
Opened in 2025, the 5-star Hotel Essence impresses with its timeless elegance and harmonious blend of design, comfort, and nature.
Culinary offerings at the hotel focus on the perfect fusion of tradition and innovation. In collaboration with the renowned Kistücsök Restaurant from Balatonszemes, refined dishes are created that combine regional ingredients, modern culinary techniques, and the rich heritage of Hungarian gastronomy. The hotel features two distinct dining areas: The spacious family restaurant offers a relaxed atmosphere for shared meals with the whole family, while the exclusive adults-only area provides a stylish ambiance for special moments of indulgence. The elegant Magnifico Bar invites guests to enjoy specialty coffees during the day and fine wines, premium cocktails, and signature drinks in the evening. A tasting room and a wine list featuring approximately 300 exquisite wines from the Villány region, Hungary's finest wineries, and top international vineyards offer wine lovers a truly special experience. Additional amenities include several stylish lounges, a chocolate workshop, a private cinema, modern event spaces, and free parking. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. Pets are not allowed.
Payable on site: Tourist tax: approx. EUR 1,- per person/night for guests aged 18 and over.
Rooms
The 92 elegant and modern rooms and suites are designed according to Natuzzi's exclusive design concept, combining timeless elegance with the highest level of comfort. Natural materials, harmonious colors, and carefully coordinated details create a stylish and inviting atmosphere. All rooms and suites feature a balcony and a spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower, separate WC, hairdryer, and premium Molton Brown toiletries. Additional amenities include a 50-inch smart TV with streaming capabilities, a safe, a minibar, plush bathrobes and slippers, and a Nespresso machine with a selection of coffees and teas (replenished daily) for relaxing moments at any time of day.
DU (2-2): Superior Double Room, approx. 27m².
DE (2-3): Executive Double Room, approx. 32m², with the option of an extra bed.
SS (2-4): Suite, approx. 50m², separate sleeping and living areas with a sofa bed.
Meals
A rich, varied, and health-conscious breakfast buffet featuring high-quality local and regional products, as well as a wide selection of freshly prepared delicacies.
When booking half-board, guests enjoy a five-course dinner menu with regional ingredients and refined presentation. The hotel employs an innovative hybrid concept, where the appetizer, main course, and dessert are served at the table, complemented by a soup and salad buffet.
When booking full-board, a three-course lunch menu with choices is also included.
Activities
A modern fitness room equipped with Technogym equipment, as well as outdoor sports facilities for various ball sports, table tennis, an exclusive sports and exercise program including Pilates, aqua aerobics, group running, and circuit training, and weekly music evenings.
For a fee: Hotel bowling alley, billiard tables, private film screenings in the hotel cinema, creative workshops in the chocolate workshop, and wine, sparkling wine, gin, whisky, and rum tastings.
Additional Costs
Mandatory surcharges payable locally: Tourist tax: EUR 1,- per person/night (18 years and older).
Wellness
The spacious wellness area features two separate sections, each individually tailored to the needs of families and adults.
The family wellness area creates unforgettable moments for all generations. The youngest guests can safely splash around in the baby pool, while older children can enjoy the indoor and outdoor adventure pools (approx. 36°C) with a current channel. The whirlpool (approx. 38°C) is the perfect place for parents or older children to relax. The family sauna, with its adjustable temperatures, allows even younger guests to enjoy a gentle sauna experience. A spiral staircase leads to an exclusive relaxation area with comfortable Natuzzi loungers and panoramic views.
The Spa by PHYTOMER (adults only, 16+) invites you to unwind with its year-round outdoor sunbathing pool (32-36°C), panoramic whirlpool (34-36°C), Finnish panoramic sauna, soft sauna, steam room, and spacious relaxation areas. Loungers and sun terraces, along with the magnificent views of the surrounding hills and forests, create an exclusive atmosphere of well-being.
Spa Treatments
For a fee: The exclusive Spa by PHYTOMER offers a high-quality range of facial and body treatments featuring marine active ingredients from the premium French brand PHYTOMER. Natural algae and marine extracts promote regeneration, provide intense hydration, and give the skin renewed freshness and elasticity. A special focus is placed on a diverse selection of massages. From classic full-body and partial massages to aromatherapy and relaxation massages, as well as regenerative wellness rituals and luxurious signature massages, body and mind are brought into harmony. The offerings are complemented by anti-aging and detox treatments, intensive moisturizing treatments, body wraps, and nourishing full-body rituals. Additional relaxation experiences are offered by the Float Spa with its weightless floating sensation in Epsom salt, soothing aromatherapy baths, and the Alpha Sphere relaxation chair, which combines light, sound, and vibration applications to reduce stress, promote regeneration, and enhance overall well-being.
For special moments, an exclusive private wellness area is available. Equipped with a Finnish sauna, a whirlpool bathtub with massage function, a massage bed, and a stylish relaxation room, it provides the perfect setting for romantic moments for two, special occasions, or simply relaxing moments of well-being in a private atmosphere.
Children
Children's playground, game room with Nintendo, PlayStation, and Xbox, board games, and entertainment staff.
Air hockey is available for a fee.
Extras
- 1 hour of bowling per room included with stays of 2 nights or more
- 1 x 50-minute massage per adult included with stays of 4 nights or more
- 1 bottle of water in your room daily
The information provided here is valid from 1.5.2026 - 1.5.2027