DK Travel : Prague

At the geographical heart of Europe, Prague’s beautiful cityscape has been carved and sustained by a variety of emperors, artists and religious communities, from the Gothic exuberance of its castle and cathedral, to the dignity of the medieval Jewish Cemetery, and the 19th-century opulence of the “new” town. Under Communist rule, Prague was off the tourist map, but since 1989 the city has seen a surge of visitors eager to take in this spectacular city.

Hotel Kafka

The name may evoke some anxiety, but no guests at the sedate Kafka have woken to find themselves metamorphosed into beetles. The apartments can accommodate up to seven people. Good value.
Hotel Marit

Situated in a residential neighbourhood, the Marit feels like a family home. All rooms have satellite TV. Kids under 10 stay half-price.
Hotel Metamorphis

Stylish touches like parquet floors, tiled stoves and stirring views of Ungelt coutyard and the intricate façade of St James set the Metamorphis apart. No lift. The patio restaurant does big business in summer.
Hotel Meteor Plaza

Medieval travellers who found city gates closed for the night stayed at a much earlier hotel on this spot. The fitness centre on the premises has two whirlpool baths. For a longer stay, book room No. 510.
Hotel Opera

The rooms at the Hotel Opera don’t live up to the hot-pink neo-Renaissance façade. They are, however, great value, bright and comfortable. Particularly charming are No. 107, with its Mucha prints and pink velvet daybed, and the corner room No. 106, with its large bath.
Hotel Palace

As classy as the hotels around the corner on Wenceslas Square, the Palace is renowned for its excellent service. The hotel offers several packages, including a two-day honeymoon deal, complete with tours and other extras. Little luxuries include marble-lined bathrooms.
Hotel Paříž

Built in 1904, this Art Nouveau treasure retains all its original charm while incorporating modern conveniences like heated bathroom floors and king-size beds in all rooms. The Royal Tower Suite has a 360-degree view.
Hotel Pod věží

The “Hotel Under the Tower” guards the Malá Strana end of Charles Bridge. The rooms are graciously outfitted with period furniture and comfortable reproductions. Hair-stylists, barbers, manicurists and masseuses are on call.
Hotel Praha

In 1981, after five years of construction, the Czechoslovak government officially inaugurated Hotel Praha, but not everyone would be able to stay at this luxury hotel, incorporating the most modern technologies of its day and forming a broad cantilevered S-curve on a hilltop in the city's finest residential neighborhood. Hotel Praha was purpose-built for the exclusive use of high-level political delegations from Eastern Block countries and their allies. Today, the hotel is privately owned and got through major reconstruction and modernization. New owners kept original design and décor of the building. Like the lair of a James Bond villain, Hotel Praha included an acre of marble in the lobby, a heliport, bulletproof glass, and a garden villa for Leonid Brezhnev’s romantic assignations. It is cool place to stay!

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Their official website: www.htlpraha.cz
Hotel Praha

The Communists secluded this wave-shaped modern masterpiece within its own park. The Party would blush to see the bourgeoisie enjoying the hotel’s gourmet restaurant and brasserie, swimming pool and tennis courts. The rooms are as fine as any in town.

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Hotel price categories

For a standard, double room per night (with breakfast if included), taxes and extra charges.
- under Kč1,500
- Kč1,500–Kč3,000
- Kč3,000–Kč4,500
- Kč4,500–Kč6,000
- over Kč6,000