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Formerly a Benedictine monastery, the King Charles Hotel was popular in the 16th century for the reputed healing powers of its well. The hotel is a blissful matrimony of Baroque furnishings and modern luxuries.

The dark furniture and crystal chandeliers add to the Peacock’s sleepy luxury, while the garish wall paintings almost detract from it. Some of the rooms have gas fires.

A no-frills affair, but the clean, modern building is staffed with an amiable crew. Each of the 18 rooms has a minibar and satellite TV, but for better entertainment, catch the acts at the club downstairs.

The “Yellow Shoe” offers no TV and, in this scenic neighbourhood, no apologies. The seven double rooms and one apartment feature original timber walls and ceilings. Children under three stay free (but mind the antiques).

Overlooking Smíchov from its perch on Petřín Hill, the Vaníček offers guests a river view from its terraces. Simple rooms and services.

Between Wenceslas Square and the monuments of Vyšehrad, this hotel is fully up to date with satellite TV and internet connections but holds on to its 19th-century charm.

Adjoining Count Albrecht von Wallenstein’s palace on a quiet courtyard, this cosy hotel features nine apartments and four double rooms. The rooms are extremely homey and furnished with antiques and reproductions.

All rooms at this small hotel are spacious and stylishly decorated with mahogany furniture. The historic brewpub U Fleků is right next door.

The Inter-Continental pulls out all the stops for its Club-Level guests, but all visitors will feel pampered. The large fitness centre has exercise machines, a swimming pool and a putting green. On a budget? Rooms with city views are less expensive than those overlooking the Vltava.