The Hotel U Prince Prague is a 5-star hotel with its door on Old Town Square (Staroměstské náměstí) itself, opposite the Astronomical Clock. It occupies a building whose origins go back to the 12th century. It suits you if you want to step out of the hotel and be at the most visited spot in Prague.
Location and getting around
The address is Staroměstské náměstí 29. From here, the Jewish Quarter (Old New Synagogue) is about a 5-minute walk away, and Charles Bridge and the Powder Tower about 10. Wenceslas Square is about 15 minutes away, as is Masarykovo nádraží station. To Prague Castle, allow about 25 minutes on foot, crossing the river.
Rooms and facilities
Rooms are decorated with antique furniture. According to the hotel, you are welcomed on arrival with a glass of sparkling wine.
The restaurant is on the roof, next to a terrace with views over the rooftops of the centre, and its menu combines Czech dishes with international cooking. In the basement is the Black Angel Bar, which specialises in cocktails. Breakfast comes in several forms: buffet, continental or à la carte.
Who it suits
- First-time visitors who want to see almost everything on foot.
- Anyone who fancies dinner or a drink looking down on the Astronomical Clock.
- Couples looking for a building with history in the heart of the city.
Good to know
You can enter your room from 15:00 and must leave it before 12:00. At reception you will be asked for photo ID and a credit card. Wi-Fi is not listed among the facilities, so ask first if you need it for work. To compare with other 5-star hotels, see more in the same category.