Must-see hotels in Czech Republic

  • Le Palais Hotel

    Prague

    Le Palais is housed in a gorgeous belle-époque building dating from the end of the 19th century that was once home to Czech artist Luděk Marold (1865–98) …

  • Sophie's Hostel

    Prague

    A pleasant change from the usual characterless, beer-stained backpacker dives, this hostel is for a gentler sort of budget traveller. There’s a touch of…

  • Czech Inn

    Prague

    The Czech Inn calls itself a hostel, but a boutique label wouldn’t be out of place. Everything seems sculpted by an industrial designer, from the iron…

  • Golden Well Hotel

    Malá Strana

    Voted one of the country's top three small hotels, this hidden gem is tucked away at the end of a cobbled cul-de-sac on the southern slope of the castle…

  • Dominican Hotel

    Staré Město

    From the complimentary glass of wine when you arrive to the comfy king-size beds, the Dominican certainly knows how to make you feel pampered. Housed in…

  • Dům U Velké Boty

    Malá Strana

    Location, location, location – those three little words that mean so much. The quaint little 'House at the Big Boot' is set on a quiet square, just five…

  • Alcron Hotel

    Prague

    Located just a few minutes' walk from Wenceslas Square, this five-star hotel is the modern reincarnation of the 1930s Alcron Hotel, and has long been…

  • Icon Hotel

    Prague

    Staff clothes by Diesel, computers by Apple, beds by Hästens – pretty much everything in this gorgeous boutique hotel has a designer stamp on it…

  • Hotel Lahofer

    Moravia

    This small hotel, connected to a winery of the same name, is one of the nicest lodging options in this part of the country. The setting is a renovated…

  • Long Story Short

    Olomouc

    This clean, sleek hostel has won international design awards for its creative adaptation of a former military barracks and bakery into a beautiful…

  • Romantik Hotel U Raka

    Prague

    One of Prague's more unusual hotels, this timber cottage with just six low-ceilinged doubles would not look out of place in the Czech mountains. Tucked…

  • Hotel Romance Puškin

    Karlovy Vary

    In a great location just across from the Hot Spring Colonnade, the Puškin has renovated rooms with fully updated baths and very comfortable beds. These…

  • Miss Sophie's Olomouc

    Olomouc

    The Olomouc branch of the popular Prague boutique, Miss Sophie's offers beautifully appointed, historic rooms, with canopy beds, tasteful colour schemes…

  • Domus Henrici

    Prague

    This historic building in a quiet corner of Hradčany is intentionally nondescript and understated out front, hinting that peace and privacy are its top…

  • Hostel Mitte

    Brno

    Set in the heart of the Old Town, this clean and stylish hostel still smells and looks brand new, though it's been going for several years now. The rooms…

  • U Tří hrušek

    České Budějovice

    This cleverly adapted historic building on a peaceful street offers smart, stylish and good-value accommodation, ranging from pension-style bedrooms …

  • Krumlov House

    Český Krumlov

    Perched above the river, Krumlov House is friendly and comfortable, and has plenty of books, DVDs and local information to feed your inner wanderer…

  • Mama Shelter Prague

    Prague

    The Prague outpost of the funky French design-hotel chain Mama Shelter is full of loud, clashing patterns and modern flair – which you may not expect from…

  • Pension Baltazar

    Moravia

    You'll find this place in the former Jewish quarter. Beautifully renovated rooms effortlessly combine modern furniture with exposed-brick walls and wood…

  • Penzion Havlíček

    Kutná Hora

    This historic house, just across the street from the Italian Court, sports a stylish cafe and five converted bedrooms – the attic room (No 4), with its…

  • Villa Patriot

    Bohemia

    A modern building finished in neoclassical style, this hotel provides great-value accommodation in spacious, elegant rooms with gleaming modern bathrooms…

  • Hotel Štekl

    Bohemia

    Housed in what was once the stables and staff accommodation for Hluboká Chateau, this opulent hotel allows you to live it up like lords and ladies just a…

  • Hotel Myší Díra

    Český Krumlov

    This place has a superb location overlooking the river, and bright, spacious rooms with lots of pale wood and quirky handmade furniture; room No 12, with…

  • U Zeleného Věnce

    Staré Město

    Located on a quiet side street, the 'Green Garland' is a surprisingly rustic retreat right in the heart of the city. The bedrooms vary in size – some…

  • Hotel Theatrino

    Prague

    Some hotel designs could be described as theatrical, but there can't be too many that were actually designed as a theatre. Dating from 1910, the art…

  • Absolutum Hotel

    Prague

    A highly recommended, eye-catching boutique hotel, the Absolutum is located across from Nádraží Holešovice metro station. While the industrial…

  • Sir Toby's Hostel

    Prague

    Set in a refurbished apartment building with a spacious kitchen and common room, Sir Toby’s is about 10 minutes north of the city centre by tram. The…

  • Hotel 16

    Prague

    With a mere 14 rooms, the 16 is a cosy, family-run little affair, hidden away in a tranquil nook where you’re more likely to hear tweets than trams. The…

  • Hotel Aria

    Malá Strana

    The Aria offers five-star luxury with a musical theme – each of the four floors is dedicated to a musical genre (jazz, opera, classical and contemporary),…

  • NYX Hotel

    Prague

    As central as it gets, NYX is a boutique affair for travellers looking for bold contemporary style and high-end amenities, and who are willing to splash…

  • Hotel Continental

    Plzeň

    This historic hotel has survived being hit by an Allied bomb in WWII and playing host to Gerard Depardieu and John Malkovich. Other former guests include…

  • Anděl’s By Vienna House

    Prague

    This sleek designer hotel, all stark contemporary in white with black and red accents, has floor-to-ceiling windows, in-room music players and modern art…

  • Red & Blue Design Hotel

    Prague

    This designer boutique sports rooms done out in tasteful red and blue highlights. The setting is a smartly renovated 19th-century townhouse. The overall…

  • Ahoy! Hostel

    Staré Město

    No big signs or branding here, just an inconspicuous card by the blue door at No 10. But inside is a very pleasant, welcoming and peaceful hostel …

  • Penzión Steidler

    Moravia

    Rooms reconstructed with skylights and wood floors combine with a town square location to deliver one of Telč's best-value places to stay. Some rooms have…

  • Hotel La Fresca

    Moravia

    La Fresca occupies a beautifully restored 16th-century burgher's house, retaining some of the original interior elements such as wood floors, high…

  • Hotel Mario

    Moravia

    The fully renovated Hotel Mario stands head and shoulders above any of the smaller hotels or pensions in the Valtice-Lednice area. The immaculate rooms…

  • Penzión Na Hradě

    Olomouc

    In terms of price:quality ratio, this may be Olomouc's best deal, and worth the minor splurge if you can swing it. The location, tucked away in the shadow…

  • Cyklopenzion Café Kulíšek

    Moravia

    This family-run pension built over a cafe has lots of charm. The public areas and corridors have an antique-shop feel, and the rooms retain many old-world…

  • Castle Apartments

    Český Krumlov

    Several apartments situated in three historic buildings near the castle district have been transformed into comfortable short-term rental units that offer…

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