Cool contemporary
Located on the west side of the Vltava River, the Design and Style Hotel Neruda is surrounded by Baroque palaces, churches and gardens of the Old City. It is right next door to Prague Castle and just a short walk from Charles Bridge, St Nicholas Church and the historic architecture on Old Town Square, including the Týn Cathedral and Astronomical Clock. The hotel is also within easy reach of the National Theatre, the State Opera House and Rudolfinum, the home of the Czech Philharmonic Orchestra.
Neatly ensconced behind a centuries-old façade, the Design and Style Hotel in Prague’s desirable Malá Strana district has a smart contemporary image within. Dating back to 1348, the best rooms of this contemporary-style boutique hotel are certainly those looking out over the pretty cobbled street leading up to the bulk of Prague Castle. Although the ground floor public areas are light and bright, the building’s age and history is reflected in the smaller windows on the upper floors, making some rooms seem a little dark and gloomy.
Mixing modernism with classicism, the guest rooms are generously proportioned with simple furnishings. The 42 rooms all have cable TV and internet access along with a minibar and personal safe. Modern finishes such as aluminium uplighters, open rafters in the upper storeys and ultra-modern bathrooms make this a good choice for a well-priced luxury hotel in Prague’s historic centre.
The hotel’s Carolina restaurant serves an excellent range of international and Czech cuisine on the terrace adjoining the castle. On colder days, sip an indulgent hot chocolate in the warmth of the café before venturing out to explore this historic district. Like many hotels in Prague, the Design and Style Hotel Neruda does not have a fitness room. However, for those who are looking for modern facilities in a centrally located luxury hotel in Prague, the Design and style Hotel Neruda is hard to beat.
Malostranské Náměstí Lines 12, 20, 22, 91
