Kralodvorska 4, Stare Mesto, Prague, Czech Republic | (888) 240-0568
1920s Art Nouveau
building with plenty of period touches
Set in the heart
of Prague's Old Town just minutes from the square
Tastefully
finished rooms with well stocked minibars
Excellent
bathrooms amenities including slippers and robes
Higher level
rooms have superb views over the city
Lavishly decorated
Neo-Baroque ballroom
No spa or pool
Lobby feels a
little dated
Some lower end rooms are
cramped
The Grand Hotel
Bohemia is a high-end, 78-room property with plenty of Art Nouveau flair set in
the heart of Old Town Prague. The location is excellent for exploring the
city's attractions on foot and even the castle is just a couple metro stops away. Rooms are tastefully finished and have top-notch bathroom amenities -- some
higher levels have superb cityscape views. Lack of pool or spa facilities is a bit of a let-down, especially at this level. Some may prefer the Hotel Kings Court, which does have a spa and small pool, so it's worth comparing rates.
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Scene
Stylish hotel in early 20th-century palace and former communist haunt
The Grand Hotel
Bohemia was built in 1925, used as an exclusive residence for high-ranking
party members during Czechoslovakia's communist period, and extensively
renovated and reopened in 1993 -- the same year as the birth of the Czech
Republic. Its elegantly curbed, yellow-stucco facade hints at its 1920s Art Nouveau
heritage, while more evidence can be seen in its superb and typically Art Deco
portico and heavy double doors. Inside, the lobby has decidedly less panache,
with a well maintained though slightly dated feel and a mismatch of traditional
and 20th-century styling. Hallways and stairwells, however, focus more on the 1920s aesthetic with polished gold handrails and elegantly stepped molding,
which helps contribute to the hotel's historical, and mostly luxurious, ambience
while its extravagant neo-Baroque ballroom provides a final piece of stunningly
lavish interior design. Weddings and events here are a common occurrence.
Location
Set on quaint cobbled street in the historical heart of Prague
The hotel
occupies a prime position on a cobbled street in the heart of Prague's Old Town,
just around the corner from the wonderfully gothic Powder Tower. The city's Town Square
with its famous Astronomical Clock is a five-minute walk away, while other
attractions such as Charles Bridge, Wenceslas Square, and the Josefov Jewish
quarter are all well within walking distance. The Mustek Metro is just over
five minutes on foot and connects to the Prague Castle with the impressive St.
Vitus Cathedral in just two stops -- alternatively it's a half-hour picturesque stroll. The airport is about a 30-minute drive to the west of
Prague and the hotel has a 24-hour shuttle that can be arranged in advance (for
a fee).
Rooms
Tastefully finished rooms with excellent amenities -- some overlook Prague's rooftops
The hotel has 78
rooms spread across seven floors, all of which are decorated in a smart and
tasteful blend of dark-wood furnishings, cream and beige tones, and subtle
floral patterns. There's no shortage of amenities, Wi-Fi is free of charge, and minibars are well-stocked. Bathrooms are particularly upscale with tubs,
massage showers, and even TV speakers, while fluffy robes and slippers come standard. The pricier rooms also include Nespresso machines and free
refreshments, and also tend to be on the higher floors that look out over
Prague's pretty red-roofed cityscape -- even with glimpses of the castle in
some. Some lower-end rooms however can be cramped.
Features
Stunning Neo-Baroque ballroom but no pool or spa
An extensive buffet
and cooked-to-order breakfast is served in the Art Deco-styled Franz Josef
Restaurant (not generally included in the rate), where a la carte lunch and
dinner menus are also on offer. A snug café-bar provides a pleasant spot for
afternoon tea or evening drinks, while if you're lucky enough to attend an
event in the Boccaccio ballroom, it's hard not to be blown away by the
stunningly extravagant neo-Baroque decor. Unusual for a hotel of this level,
there are no pool or spa facilities. Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel free
of charge, and there's an Internet corner for guests' use.
