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This hotel will not only satisfy your company’s needs, it will do it with class. Not outrageously expensive or obnoxiously chintzy, this enormous hotel offers a modern and funky decor with every business amenity imaginable. It also has two-bedroom apartments and studios for those longer-term guests looking for something a little more like home—all packaged with a security guard.
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The music-themed Aria was an upbeat addition to the contemporary scene in Prague. If music rules your world, there is no sense in staying anywhere but here, in Prague’s swank Mala Strana. With an extensive music library for the most diverse of tastes, you can choose any tune to set the mood in your room. Designed by Rocco Magnoli, the architect behind the world’s Versace stores.
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Part of the Italian luxury group Boscolo Hotels, the Carlo opened in August 2003, splashing class—quite ostentatiously—in an otherwise seedy neighbourhood across from the main train station. Dating back to 1890, the main building is in true Prague art deco style, and inside the architects made flamboyant use of black alabaster Doric columns and gargantuan objects— like umbrellas. The design is fun with its use of old wood, marble, mosaic and classic tympana. From the art deco facade to the thread count on the linens, this is the creme de la creme.
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Just a few kilometres from the city’s airport, this hotel attracts those whose main purpose in this city of a hundred spires is business. Over 1,000 square metres is devoted to the conference centre on the second floor, where 16 rooms can accommodate up to 820 people. Wi-fi, flat-screen televisions—you [name] it, they have it. And, of course, there’s a whirlpool, sauna and steam bath to find your zen after a tough business day.
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For many, once they discover the luxury of the Four Seasons, it gains a cult-like status and they would never, ever stay anywhere else while travelling. And it’s no surprise—this riverside location not only offers gorgeous rooms and apartments, but it also houses one of the best restaurants in the city. True, it is also one of the most expensive stays in the city, but it’s considerably cheaper than other Four Seasons hotels around the world. So maybe it’s worth a splurge.
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The granddaddy of business hotels, the Hilton puts others to shame with its 33 meeting rooms, a congress hall that can accommodate up to 1,500 people and numerous other rooms that can be adapted for any conference need. Providing everything from catering to high-tech equipment, the best thing about this chain is its 'welcome back guarantee’, which means that if the hotel doesn’t provide what it promised, you get a free conference the next time you’re in Prague.
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An adorable pocket-sized hotel that is worth every penny for those who value charm and personality, which is exactly what you’ll find in this 15th century Gothic-style building. And when something is this charming, it’s also difficult to capture. The hotel only has 12 rooms, so book in advance. But if you’re lucky enough to get a reservation, you will appreciate the homey and warm feel that its small size bestows. Another perk is that it is located on the best street in Prague for finding local fashion designers’ and interior designers’ boutiques.
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Down the hill from Prague Castle and only a few blocks over from the river, this well-priced hotel is in the Smichov area, an up-and-coming business district. Close to tram lines, parks, shopping and cultural offerings, the location isn’t a bad one. The hotel, complete with a library in which you’ll want to grab a snifter and drink some brandy, is clean and fairly inexpensive compared to others of its level in the city.
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This hotel is in such proximity to Prague Castle that you can almost say that the President is your neighbour. While the hotel pales in comparison to the architecture of the castle, it gives other hotels a run for their money in class. Constructed in 1911, the art nouveau building is now a place to find every amenity you could need during a pleasure or business trip to the city.
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The Ibis is not renowned for its typical Prague architecture, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing. This chain is devoid of character for a reason—the identikit details you can find in all the Ibis hotels mean that you also get an amazingly cheap deal. Some hostels in Prague are more expensive, and without the hotel-style cleanliness. The location is only a few blocks from the city centre, so walking is definitely an option.
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Set on the river and at the end of the city’s swankiest shopping street, Parziska, it’s no wonder that those in the know have been coming here for years. In addition to its myriad offerings, this hotel is known for going above and beyond the call of duty, providing one of the best gyms in the city as well as one of the best mealtime views—head upstairs to the restaurant and you’ll see what we mean.
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Not a bad place to call home during your stay in Prague if you’re into things of beauty such as wooden floors, frescoed ceilings, heavenly towels and Bulgari toiletries. And this hotel sits on one of the loveliest cobblestoned streets in Prague, which is also where you will find some of the city’s best hair salons, fur shops and art deco antique stores.
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Among the first modern hotels to open in Prague, the Josef commanded attention on arrival and it still does. Located in an otherwise dark and dusty part of Old Town, it brings cleanliness and a breath of fresh air. Glass plays a predominant role in this architectural expression, in the case of the rooms serving as walls between the bathroom and the sleeping area (so don’t share a room with someone you’re not entirely comfortable with). Rooms aren’t spacious, but the beds are comfortable and the air conditioning is a plus for those visiting during the summer months.
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This hotel is perfect for the business traveller who has to work from the hotel but doesn’t want to be confined to one room. The conference rooms also have LAN internet, and some parts of the hotel have wi-fi capacity. This hotel, a bowling lane away from Wenceslas Square, is simple but classic and sure to please.
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An institution in the world of hostelries, there are no surprises when it comes to finding the tried and true Marriott beds and the always-reliable staff and courtesies. The perk, at least in this Prague locale, is that you’re just down the street from the venerable Obecni dum theatre and busy street of Na prikope. This means that you’re only a short walk from musical entertainment, fine dining and the city’s most concentrated shopping.
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In Spring 2005, this once museum-like hotel had a complete makeover and came out looking young, refreshed and vivacious. The plastic surgeon, of sorts, was none other than the renowned Czech architect Eva Jiricna, who also designed the Hotel Josef. Inspired by Paris’s La Maison de Verre by Pierre Chareau, and salvaging some of the integrity of the original Maximilian designed by the Czech architect Karel Teige, the building is a culmination of art deco, modernism and contemporary design. It was created to please the most discerning travellers.
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Steeped in tradition, the Palace is a hotel where every detail is considered—from the fragrant flowers at nearly every turn to the wide range of international newspapers offered for any guest interested in current events. It attracts notables like former US president George Bush Snr. It isn’t for everyone, but if you enjoy good service, you will be happy and comfortable here. The only drawback: although it’s in the centre, it’s on the less beautiful end of Prague 1.
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This hotel is art nouveau through and through, so you’d better be a fan of this artistic movement. Although it lacks some of the amenities that other hotels in its class have, it makes up for everything in the palpable style that brings the beauty from the streets of Prague right into your living space. In a great neighbourhood, the Pariz is just around the corner from the Municipal House and a few blocks away from Na prikope.
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The art nouveau facade of the Riverside is so delicious, it’s as gorgeous as a wedding cake. The smallness of this hotel offers an intimacy in detail that is unbeatable. The decor lends itself more to France than the Czech Republic, but once outside this hotel, there is no confusion about where you are. It is located directly on the river with a view of the National Theatre and the centre of Prague.
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Don’t expect chocolates on your pillows and foie gras on the room-service menu. This is a bare essentials kind of stop, but it’s superb for those on a very tight budget. If you’re a traveller who just wants a clean pillow to lay your head on and would prefer to spend your money on other things in the city, this is exactly your place. No froufrou amenities, but it’s located in the city centre on a quiet street, guaranteeing you a good night’s rest.
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At 'The Three Drums’ you are so close to Old Town Square that your [address] might as well be the Astronomical Clock. The rooms here are warm and cosy and seem quite individual, giving you the feeling that you’re staying in a family home. And although this hotel could charge a lot more for its rooms, the price is honest, which makes you feel more like a guest and less like a duped tourist.
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