Prague, Czech Republic Hotels and Apartments

I could not belive that this kind of places exists. In fact it was even better. In the little street walking distance from Charles Bridge, this hotel was a great pick. First night from this 10 days trip we stayed in another so called \"romantic\" hotel in the center where we were not happy at all. Just by case passing by Nosticova we checked there in the next day afternoon. Happy that at least on of the suites was available.

Great Rooms furbished with style and all the staff very helpfull. Restaurant is crazy/lovely design with great food. The staff knows and talk to everybody with names, always smilling. I would definitelly recommend this for honeymooners, for special occasions and simply to everybody who wants to feel as a part of family. Hidden Tips: check their web site to see celebrities stayed in te hotel. For this occassion beside the entrance door lovely collage in the small glass, creates the smile in your face. We spot the creator of it and also of the hotel in the restaurant. Really super. I have to say that it saved our trip to Prague.

The Residence Nosticova is a small, boutique hotel in the Mala Strana (Lesser Town) within about 5 minutes walk to Charles Bridge. The first alluring quality of this hotel is its location on a quiet side street. We were easily able to sleep with the windows open and not be disturbed by the traffic or noise as might have happened in other areas of this city. Also, within close proximity are a handful of cozy restaurants and cafes at which to have breakfast, lunch, dinner or just relax with a glass of wine in the afternoon. Not great for people watching, though, but the food is delicious and the service attentive. There is a great authentic Czech restaurant around the corner towards the bridge and down the street called U Vladare.

The other striking quality was the size of the room. Some of the decor looked a bit worn, but all antique with warm coloring. The bathroom was clean and amply supplied with towels, robes and aromatic vanity supplies (shampoo, conditioner, body wash and lotion). The beds were comfortable and there was enough closet space, drawer space, and hangers. There was a kitchen area with a small stovetop, refridgerator, sink and silver and glassware. The first day there was a bowl of fresh fruit on the dining table.

The staff was helpful despite some difficulties with language barrier and communication. When they did not understand they tried hard to overcome it. However, none of it was as polished as that you might find at a Hilton or Marriott.

Try the restaurant, The Alchymist, for a lovely, unique ambiance and culinary experience. We had dinner one night before the opera and had the back of the restaurant, and hence the staff, mostly to ourselves. That was nice!

They offer a taxi service from the airport for the equivalent of about 20 euros - very personalized and safe considering that taxi service in general in Prague is something to watch out for. For getting around from one part of town to the other, have the hotel hire a cab for you, which comes promptly and is cheaper than the hotel car service. The tram system in the city is another good option. This hotel is about 5 minute walk from the main tram line.

It\'s not the Old Town, but this hotel, along with this part of town, had some wonderful qualities not to be missed. We sure didn\'t miss the hustle and bustle of all the tourists at the end of the day.