Nyíregyháza’s Korzó Shopping Center kicks off 2026 with a packed slate of programs, a broad mix of shops and services, and two February highlights aimed squarely at gift hunters and families. The venue at 1 Nagy Imre Square invites locals and visitors to browse handmade treasures ahead of Valentine’s Day and then return for a lively kids’ goods market where outgrown clothes and gently used toys find new homes.
Valentine’s Day Craft Marketplace – February 7
Valentine’s Day is coming, and Korzó’s Craft Marketplace brings the inspiration. On February 7, makers set up stalls filled with one-of-a-kind, handmade gifts meant to say it from the heart. Expect creators from across the region, unique items crafted with care, and a full-on Valentine vibe to spark ideas for that perfectly personal surprise. It’s the quick way to skip generic gifts and bring home something that actually feels like you.
Kids’ Goods Fair – February 21
One family’s extras are another family’s treasures. If the kids have outgrown their clothes or last year’s toys are gathering dust, the Korzó Kids’ Goods Fair is where secondhand turns into first pick. Buyers can hunt for well-kept gems at friendly prices; sellers can book a table and clear space at home. Don’t leave it to the last minute—spaces are limited, and table reservations require preregistration.
Where to Stay: From Forest Edge to Zoo-Adjacent
Nyíregyháza’s resort district and green lung, Sóstógyógyfürdő (Sóstó Spa), anchors a scene that’s as relaxing as it is lively. Right by the beach, the Hotel Barbizon sits in a 1,000-fathom park (about 3.6 acres), channeling that Barbizon-school garden vibe while being one of the city’s most extravagant addresses.
Another strong option stands on the University of Nyíregyháza (Nyíregyházi Egyetem) grounds, in a well-connected area designed for business and family stays alike. Opened in 2006, it offers 2–3 bed rooms, accessible rooms, family rooms, and double rooms, plus solid conference capability with high-level tech rentals—ideal for training sessions, meetings, and corporate get-togethers.
If you want lake and wildlife at your doorstep, a cozy guesthouse sits 50 meters (19.7 inches) from the lake on the edge of the oak forest that borders the city, right next to the Nyíregyháza Zoo (Nyíregyházi Állatpark)—one of Europe’s most visited. Another city-center pick, Centrál Hotel & Restaurant, blends easy access with quiet comfort across 33 rooms and 69 beds: single and double standards, double junior suites, and three full suites. Expect clean, elegant interiors and practical amenities: tub or shower, hairdryer, air conditioning, minibar, LED TV, phone, laptop safe, welcome tray, and Wi‑Fi.
A centrally located hotel at 2 Hunyadi Street puts you 7 km (4.35 miles) from the M3 Nyíregyháza-South exit and right in the city center, with local bus stops (7, 18) in front and the train station 3 km (1.86 miles) away—easy by car or public transport. For Sóstó lovers, a family-style pension sits 600 meters (23.6 inches) from the beach, offering a landscaped courtyard, closed parking, and 24-hour availability.
Want forest views? A hotel in the heart of Sóstógyógyfürdő (Sóstó Spa), about 5 km (3.11 miles) from downtown, backs onto the woods so mornings start with birdsong. Rooms are air-conditioned and equipped with a minibar, in-room safe, smart TV with internet, and coffee/tea setup; showers in doubles, bathtubs in suites.
For a one-of-a-kind stay, Hotel Dzsungel places you inside the Nyíregyháza Zoo (Nyíregyházi Állatpark) at Sóstógyógyfürdő (Sóstó Spa). With some 5,000 animal neighbors, wake-ups can come courtesy of sea lions or elephants. It’s a true see-it-to-believe-it experience by Lake Sóstó—and hotel guests enter the zoo free.
Just outside the city, Hotel Pagony rests within a 55-hectare (136-acre) recreation and leisure park off Route 4, easy to reach yet soothingly quiet. And at Nyíregyháza–Sóstógyógyfürdő (Sóstó Spa), the Hunguest Hotel Sóstó connects directly to the Aquarius Experience and Park Bath for high-level wellness that hotel guests access free of charge—solid comfort with the city’s options close by.
Where to Eat: Medieval Vibes to Modern Bistro
In the heart of Sóstófürdő (Sóstó Spa), a warmly set restaurant sits beside the zoo, ideal for winding down after animal encounters. For something themed, a medieval knightly restaurant in Nyíregyháza serves up atmosphere alongside time-bending plates.
Bisztró de Lux brings a fine-bistro feel in a modern space, with a sleek interior and a summer terrace. The international menu focuses on variety and health-forward choices, while Hungarian classics come “reimagined.” Diners can go à la carte and expect an on-trend, cosmopolitan mood.
Prefer homestyle? A family-run spot serves friendly hospitality and regional flavors, with a private room for family, friends, or corporate events. Craving Italy? The revamped Celentano Pizzeria bakes favorites based on original Italian recipes—pizzas, fresh-grilled mains, and rich soups in an Italianate setting.
Chloé New Yorkban mixes New York loft style—big courtyard windows; exposed, anthracite-toned mechanical lines; sculpted ceiling elements—with a refined French touch. The menu leans lighter, cleaner, and city-modern, tailored to local taste but aiming higher than average. Drinks span a broad, quality-first selection. The program lineup is just as wide: live-music Saturdays, bar-piano Thursdays, lounge-club Fridays, and occasional dinner-stage nights in collaboration with a theater troupe.
Another refreshed restaurant keeps things Hungarian and homey with regional dishes, a weekly changing daily menu at good prices, and specialties like the hearty pork knuckle platter and abundant cold plates.
For celebrations—birthdays, name days, graduations, weddings, christenings, first communions—a dedicated cake shop delivers custom showpiece cakes. And if a pub is the plan, John Bull Pub channels genuine English character for business lunches, date nights, and friendly meetups. The menu runs from trusty Hungarian staples to lighter Mediterranean fare with seasonal twists, playful but balanced crossovers, and big-match screenings on a projection screen. At John’s, expect Hungarian and modern European dishes, wines curated from famed Hungarian cellars, and four draft beers on tap.
