Tipping in Hungary

Tipping around 10% is customary for good service. Tell the server the total amount when paying rather than leaving money on the table.

Tipping mandatory

Add about 10% to the bill. State the total amount you want to pay when the server collects payment.

10%

Add 10% or round up to the nearest 500 HUF.

10%

Small tip for housekeeping at nicer hotels.

500-1,000 HUF/night

Per person for group tours.

2,000-3,000 HUF

Round up to the nearest 100-500 HUF.

Round up

General Tipping Guidelines

When visiting Hungary, tipping customs may differ from what you're used to. Here are some general guidelines to follow:

✓Check if a service charge is already included on your bill before tipping extra.
✓When in doubt, observe what locals do or ask your hotel concierge for advice.
✓Keep small bills and coins in the local currency handy for tipping situations.
✓For exceptional service, a small tip is almost universally appreciated even in non-tipping cultures.
✓Tip in local currency whenever possible — foreign coins and small bills are hard for staff to exchange.