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Near Stromovka park, the Expo’ was built to accommodate visitors attending trade fairs at the adjacent exhibition grounds. The 105 rooms each have satellite TV, video and minibar. Unwind in the sauna or have a massage.

A no-nonsense hotel with modern amenities and a devotion to customer service. The rooms are small, clean and comfortable. A good choice for travellers who don’t want to spend a lot of time sitting around.

The Imperial was an elegant hotel of the First Republic, but owing to the difficulties of refitting a historic monument, the owner has recast it as a hostel. There’s no longer anything posh about the rooms, which range from singles to quadruples, but the place has charm.

This Wenceslas Square designer hotel offers 89 stylish rooms and five luxurious suites. The restaurant serves an odd combination of traditional Bohemian and Japanese cuisine. Nice touches include the nursery and on-site dry cleaners.

Within walking distance of Malá Strana, the Julián is an Art Nouveau charmer. Guests will gush over the red-velvet lift and the fireside library. Suite No. 402 has a kitchen and there is a business centre and conference room.

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.

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

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.