Opletalova 21, Prague, Czech Republic | (618) 248-8274
Overlooking a park, near the train station and Wenceslas Square
Sunny, streamlined rooms with Nespresso coffeemakers
In-house restaurant and bar with excellent breakfast (for a fee)
Spa with sauna and steam bath (free access to all guests)
Small gym with a handful of cardio machines
Free fruit and drinking water in the lobby
Free Wi-Fi throughout, plus two meeting rooms available
On-site underground parking for a fee
Pet-friendly (for a fee)
Not walking distance to most of Prague's main attractions
Fitness center is small, with only three machines
Wall-mounted soap instead of individual toiletries in bathrooms
Set in a 19th-century corner building overlooking a park, the upper-middle-range Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag is close to Prague's main train station but a bit of a distance from major sights. Its 109 guest rooms are streamlined and comfortable, outfitted with flat-screen TVs, minibars, and Nespresso machines. Guests rave about the lavish breakfasts available for an extra charge, and the in-house restaurant serves local and Mediterranean specialties. All guests get free access to the hotel's spa facilities, which include a sauna, steam bath, and spa shower, whether or not they have booked a treatment. There's also a small fitness center with limited equipment. Another option to consider could be Hotel UNIC Prague, an upscale property within walking distance of Old Town with stylish (but small) rooms, but no in-house spa facilities.
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Scene
Simple, small-scale hotel in a 19th-century building
The six-story Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag takes up the corner wedge of a block in Prague's New Town. Its 19th-century building looks quite regal and blends in with other hotels in the area. Inside, the lobby aims for a contemporary look, with Danish-style armchairs topped in zebra-print cushions and maroon leather sofas. But on the whole, these public spaces don't feel especially stylish, and much of the look seems like it hasn't been updated since 2004, when the property first opened its doors. Still, most guests here -- often couples or business travelers drawn by the location -- are pleased by the hotel's helpful features and convenient access to public transportation.
Location
Overlooking a park, six minutes on foot from Prague central station
There's plenty of benefits to the Falkensteiner's location. One side of its building overlooks a leafy park, and it's just a short walk to the city's train station and transit hub. The surrounding New Town streets hold several restaurants, cafes, bars, and supermarkets, all easily accessed on foot. On the downside, while a few Old Town sights are accessible on foot, most of the city's popular attractions (Charles Bridge, Prague Castle) require driving or taking public transportation. The Airport Express bus arrives and departs from the main train station, just a few minutes' walk from the hotel.- Three-minute walk to Hlavni Nadraz metro station
Rooms
Simple, contemporary rooms with wooden floors and wall paneling
Blond wood runs throughout the Falkensteiner's guest rooms from the floors to the furniture to the wood paneling on walls. The result is a warm and airy vibe, enhanced by twisting paper lanterns that give a soft glow. In most rooms, large black-and-white photographic prints depicting Prague streets adorn the walls, adding a decorative touch. But aside from that embellishment, rooms can feel simple and somewhat plain, though they do provide a counterpoint to some of the overdone historic hotels in the area. Standard amenities include air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and Nespresso coffeemakers. Modern, beige-tiled bathrooms are fitted with roomy walk-in showers or shower/tub combos, and come with hairdryers and magnifying mirrors, but showers only have soap dispensers instead of individual toiletries.
Features
Restaurant, spa, small fitness center, and meeting rooms top the full list of features
For a hotel of smallish size, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag offers a surprisingly robust list of features. The swankiest on-site amenity is the hotel's spa. In addition to treatments, the spa offers a relaxation room, sauna, and steam bath, which all guests of the hotel can enjoy without additional fees or booking. (Treatments can also be performed in rooms.) This space also holds a small fitness center. Though it's limited to three cardio machines, it's three more than most small-scale hotels in the area.The on-site restaurant offers Czech, Mediterranean, and Croatian dishes, along with an excellent breakfast buffet (for a fee), with American and continental selections. Vegan and gluten-free options are on hand as well. The bar serves drinks and light snacks, and there's free fruit and water available in the lobby area throughout the day. The hotel offers two meeting for up to 50 people, and Wi-Fi is free throughout the property. Dogs are welcome for a fee, and the hotel even offers an “arrival package” that includes treats, information on dog-friendly walking paths, doggy blankets, towels, and feeding bowls. Parking is available in the hotel's on-site underground parking garage for a daily fee.
