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About the Hotel

Josefska 1, Prague, Czech Republic, 11800

Historic Rooms & Suites

The Charles offers 31 rooms, including 25 standard rooms, 3 Junior suites, and 3 Superior suites. Each room features Baroque-style furniture, restored wooden beams, and painted ceiling scenes. Amenities include air conditioning, satellite TV, a minibar, free Wi-Fi, and a safety deposit box. Private bathrooms come with a shower or bathtub, a hairdryer, and free toiletries.

On-Site Dining

A restaurant on the ground floor serves a daily buffet breakfast. The lobby bar provides drinks and snacks. The hotel is surrounded by bars and restaurants, including traditional Czech eateries within a 5-minute walk.

Leisure & Accessibility

The 24-hour reception offers laundry service and assistance for disabled guests. Pets are allowed upon request for an additional fee. The hotel's historic architecture includes preserved stone staircases, original wall paintings, and a Neo-baroque portal.

Prime Location

The Charles is located in Prague's Lesser Town (Malá Strana), 100 meters from Charles Bridge. Nearby landmarks include Prague Castle (1 km), St. Nicholas Cathedral (0.5 km), and Old Town Square (1 km). Public transport links provide easy access to Wenceslas Square (2 km) and the Jewish Quarter (1.5 km).

Services & History

The building, originally named 'House at the Golden Eagle,' dates back to 1408. It features Late Gothic, Renaissance, and Neo-baroque elements. Services include daily housekeeping, 24-hour laundry, and free Wi-Fi. The hotel is part of the Czech National Heritage, with lion masks on its facade as historical patrons.

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2 persons
220 sq. feet 
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2 persons
220 sq. feet 
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Junior Suite
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2 persons
325 sq. feet 
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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre
Prague3700 ft
Airports
Vaclav Havel Prague (PRG) 9.6 mi
Train
Prague - Dejvice4000 ft
Masaryk's Railway Station 1.3 mi
Underground
Malostranska Subway2000 ft
Bus
Bus stop 1.1 mi

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

  • In-room breakfast

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Location

Josefska 1, Prague, Czech Republic, 11800
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Josefska 1, Prague, Czech Republic, 11800
Nearby
Bridge
Charles Bridge
2000 ft
Velkoprevorske namesti Mala Strana
Lennon Wall
1000 ft
Square
Lesser Town
700 ft
Museum
Franz Kafka Museum
1400 ft
Church
The Town Belfrey by St. Nicholas'Church
800 ft
Museum
Karel Zeman Museum
700 ft
Restaurants
Restaurant Pod Vezi
400 ft
Mostecka 58/2 Praha 1 - Lesser Town
Ordinary world
0 ft
Josefska 42/1 Křižovatka Josefská a Mostecká vstup do restaurace mezi nočním klubem Bluelight a hotelem Charles.
Malostranska Beseda
600 ft
Malostranske namesti 35/21
Restaurant U Cerneho Orla
200 ft
Mostecka 279/11
Restaurant U Glaubicu
600 ft
Malostranske namesti 266/5
Amorino
400 ft
Malostranske namesti 38/24
U Kostela
500 ft
Malostranske namesti 271/2 Prague 1
Restuarce U Kostela
500 ft
Borivojova 733/58
Starbucks Staromestske
800 ft
Staromestske nam. 26

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 6 reviews
4/5 based on 997 reviews
8.8
8.8/10 based on 2963 reviews
#228 of 664 hotels in Prague based on Tripadvisor
Ryan
United Kingdom, March  2024
9.0/10

The hotel is perfectly located by the Charles Bridge in Lesser Town, offering amazing views and a charming old-world ambiance. The rooms are spacious, clean, and tastefully restored with character and charm, providing a quiet retreat. However, the dining options may not suit vegetarian guests, and the lack of AC and a safer bathtub setup could be improved.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were both large and clean, perfect for a comfortable stay.
Service
9.0
The service was fantastic, with helpful staff both in-person and over email, making my stay stress-free.
Location
10.0
The location is superb, right by the Charles Bridge in the historical Lesser Town of Prague, making exploring the city a breeze.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was enjoyable, with very nice options and excellent service.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel offers great facilities for a convenient and relaxing stay.
Jimmy
United States, February  2024
7.6/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms, while spacious and beautifully decorated, unfortunately faced a noisy street that disrupted my sleep. The service was excellent and accommodating to all my needs. The location was fantastic for sightseeing but not ideal for a quiet night's rest. The dining options were average, with a decent variety but lacking in hot selections. Despite some drawbacks, the overall stay was decent considering the value for money.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were disappointing in terms of view into a wall with large windows and just wonderful drawings on the walls. My room facing the street allowed me to enjoy the night life of Old Town, but it was noisy till about 2 am. The ceiling was stunning and the room was spacious, but being above a pub made it very noisy.
Service
9.0
The service was top-notch, with the staff being extremely helpful and friendly. They even assisted me with local information and advice, making my stay more enjoyable.
Location
8.0
The location is fantastic for exploring the historical center of the city, right at the bridge tower of Charles Bridge in the Old Town. However, it's not great for a good night's sleep due to the noise from the surrounding night activities.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was average with a variety of choices but the hot selection was lacking and somewhat repetitive. The breakfast options were decent, including cold meats, cheese, bread, cereal, yogurt, and pastry.
Facilities
The facilities were satisfactory, offering various services like car hire, dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, and tours assistance.
Hugh
United States, January  2024
7.8/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms were spacious, clean, and had a kick-butt air conditioning system, but they lacked soundproofing, leading to noise disturbances from the street and other guests. The service was a bit of a rollercoaster: some staff members were helpful and lovely, while others seemed unqualified and even locked us in on our final morning. The location was excellent, steps away from the Charles Bridge, making city exploration convenient, although the tightness of the surroundings could be annoying at times. The dining options were mixed, with a poor selection noted, but the included continental breakfast was plentiful and enjoyable. Overall, a stay with its ups and downs.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were huge, with wooden floors and chunky furniture, but lacked soundproofing, leading to noise disturbances.
Service
7.0
The service had its highs and lows, some staff members were helpful and lovely, while others seemed unqualified and locked us in on the final morning.
Location
9.0
The hotel is centrally located, steps away from the Charles Bridge, making it easy to explore the city, though the surroundings could feel tight.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were mixed, with a poor selection noted, but the included continental breakfast was plentiful and pleasant.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers various facilities like car hire, dry cleaning, housekeeping, and more, enhancing the overall stay experience.
Shawn
United States, December  2023
7.2/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were very clean, of a good size, and air-conditioned, with complimentary tea and coffee, but they fell well below the standard of the rest of the hotel due to ongoing renovations on the 3rd floor right above my room. The service was excellent; they were so helpful, and I would love to stay again if I visit Prague. The location was superb, easy to walk to the Charles Bridge, across town, and to the metro and trams, with a great selection of food options. However, the dining needs improvement and the facilities were lacking.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were very clean, of a good size, and air-conditioned, with complimentary tea and coffee.
Service
9.0
The service was outstanding; the staff were friendly and very helpful, providing everything we needed when asked.
Location
9.0
The location was superb, with easy access to the Charles Bridge, metro, and a variety of food options in a quiet street.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was decent with the usual continental options, but it needs improvement.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities were lacking, which made the overall stay less enjoyable.
Bob
United Kingdom, November  2023
8.0/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were clean and tidy, but unfortunately, noise from the bar below disturbed our sleep. The service was excellent, especially the staff who helped with our luggage. The location was great for sightseeing but a bit touristy. The dining was enjoyable, with fast service and friendly staff.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean and tidy but noisy due to the bar below, requiring ear protection to sleep.
Service
9.0
The staff went out of their way to assist us, including helping with our luggage, and they were very friendly.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was central for sightseeing but noisy due to the high tourist traffic.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was pleasant with fast service and kind staff.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were convenient and well-maintained.
Alastair
United Kingdom, September  2023
8.2/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The rooms were spacious, clean, and comfy with high ceilings and satellite TV. The service was top-notch despite a minor issue with tea supplies. The location was great for exploring Prague, being close to the Charles Bridge. The dining experience was satisfactory, and the hotel facilities were good.

Rooms
9.0
The room was big and comfy with a nice bathroom. I loved the cool wooden ceiling.
Service
8.0
The receptionist was very accommodating and the staff were lovely, helping us with various arrangements efficiently.
Location
9.0
The hotel is quite central in the new town, close to the old town via the Charles Bridge, offering a boutique experience.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were good for me, with a simple but adequate selection.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers everything needed for a comfortable stay.
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