Get ready for a juicy blast from Hungary’s past right in Mezőkövesd! The Hajnal Hotel is firing up traditional pig slaughter weekends from January through April, and again October to December 2026. Think succulent blood sausage, crispy sausages, flavorful roasts, and all the authentic Hungarian flavors that’ll transport you back to those merry winter gatherings. Live music, dancing, laughter, and smells that’ll make your mouth water—it’s a full-on disznótor experience with modern comforts. Held at 3400 Mezőkövesd, Hajnal u. 2., these weekends need at least 40 guests to go ahead. Perfect for food lovers craving that rustic vibe plus hotel perks like wellness facilities.
Friday Kickoff with Buffet and Beats
Check in on Friday and dive straight into a Swedish buffet dinner with live music. It’s the ideal warmup, packed with hearty dishes to set the festive, communal tone for the whole weekend. The hotel’s cozy, family-friendly atmosphere wraps it all in comfort while you gear up for the main event.
Saturday: Full-On Pig Party Day
Things heat up bright and early. From 7-9 a.m. at reception, snag a personal shot of pálinka and a mug of hot wine. Follow with a massive Swedish buffet breakfast until 10 a.m. Lunch at noon brings classics: giant barley soup with thin noodles and veggies, toros cabbage (stuffed pork stomach), roast with potatoes, and fresh strudel. Evening steals the show with the disznótor live music feast—another epic buffet loaded with soups, fried roasts and ribs, blood sausage and kolbász, oniony mashed potatoes, stuffed cabbage, and desserts like honey cream cake and pudding. Live tunes ensure the singing, dancing, and non-stop fun flow all night.
Sunday Send-Off and Beyond
Wrap up with a hearty Swedish breakfast featuring cracklings and bacon. But don’t rush—hit the wellness area for saunas, pools, and relaxation after all that feasting. The hotel’s spa, powered by its own certified sulfur spring water, is just 150 meters from Zsóry Thermal and Strand Bath, and 3 km from Mezőkövesd center. It’s a peaceful spot for healing soaks and chill vibes.
Dates and Deals
January: 9-11, 23-25, 30–Feb. 1. February: 6-8, 13-15, 20-22, 27–Mar. 1. March: 6-8, 13-15, 20-22, 27-29. April: 10-12, 17-19, 24-26. Later: October 16-18, 30–Nov. 1; November 6-8, 13-15, 20-22, 27-29; December 4-6, 11-13, 18-20. Prices are tentative. Hajnal wing classic rooms (1-4 beds): $140/person/2 nights early season, $149 later. Kikelet wing bigger/modern rooms (2-5 beds): $149 early, $159 later. Add local tourist tax: $1/person/night for those over 18 (rises to $1.40 from Jan. 1). All include buffet meals, wellness, parking.
Extend Your Stay for Free Perks
Add Thursday or Sunday night and score a free treatment: shockwave therapy, mofetta cabin, 3D massage chair, Bemer mat, or jade stone bed. Book both extensions? Double the gift (notify reception). Extra nights with half-board (buffet breakfast/dinner): $54/person/night Hajnal wing, $57 Kikelet. Early check-in from noon (or sooner for wellness with key lockers, $3 deposit/key). Checkout by 10 a.m. for rooms, but lounge all day—parking, baths, treatments, meals, everything stays open.
Kids and Payments
Kids 0-3.99: free with parents (crib ~$14/night). 4-10.99: ~50% off. 11-13.99: ~25% off. Discounts only with parents in same room, no stacking. Pay on-site with cash, card, Erzsébet meal vouchers, health fund cards, SZÉP cards (OTP, K&H, MKB), or bank transfer. No deposit needed.
Hotel Highlights
Air-conditioned 120-seat restaurant blends Hungarian classics with international flair. Seasonal terrace seats 40 for outdoor eats. Quiet location near the unique sulfur baths makes it ideal for recovery and fun. Organizers reserve the right to tweak dates or programs!
