Augustine, a Luxury Collection Hotel, PraguevsThe King Charles
Both hotels are rated highly by expert writers. On balance, Augustine, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Prague ranks marginally better than Hotel U Krale Karla (King Charles). Augustine, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Prague comes in at 86 with recommendations from 11 reviewers including Jetsetter, Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler.
Augustine, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Prague Show All Reviews
Letenska 12/33, Lesser Town, Prague 11800, Czech Republic
From $229/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"Set over 7 buildings, including the 13C monastery after which it is named.... with good mod cons and dark marble bathrooms."
Travel + Leisure
"Located in Prague's Baroque-style Malá Strana district, this 13th-century monastery turned 101-room hotel is grounded in its own ecclesiastical history." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"The elegant lines of the historic interior architecture are combined with an impressive mix of modern art ... rooms are spacious and elegantly outfitted." Full review
Star Service
"No wallflower, this place is a pinnacle of refinement with signature contemporary decor that stands out in a city with no shortage of world-class interior design. " Full review
Fodor's
"The Augustine has vaulted to the top... the Augustine is the first that truly reflects Prague's distinctive beauty." Full review
Jetsetter
"Converted 13th-century monastery with a secluded courtyard and a historic cellar bar near Prague castle." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"The location of this property from hotelier Rocco Forte... is its best selling point." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"Arguably one of Prague’s most impressive accommodation options, the five-star Augustine merges a historical location with some seriously sharp 20th-century design." Full review
Hideaway Report
93.0
"Atmospheric hotel incorporating a 13th-century monastery in the Malá Strana district, near Prague Castle and the Charles Bridge." Full review
Gayot
"History meets luxury at this sophisticated boutique hotel."
The King Charles
Nerudova-Uvoz 4, Praha 1, Hradcany, Prague 11800, Czech Republic
From $85/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"Quiet baroque townhouse close to the castle... Splendid staircase leads to traditional bedrooms featuring parquet floors and antique furnishings."
Frommer's
"The atmosphere is almost Disneyesque in its pretense, but somehow appropriate for this location at the foot of Prague Castle." Full review
Insight Guides
"This Baroque building (it took its present form in 1639) is in a quiet and convenient location at the top of the hill, looking out over Petrín Hill and the Strahov."
Lonely Planet
"The ‘King Charles’ is a cosy, romantic hotel set in a lovely, ‘baroquefied’ Gothic building, with rooms set on landings around an impressive central atrium with a stained-glass ceiling." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"U Krále Karla (the King Charles) is a 19-room boutique hotel situated on the Royal Route... an old-world atmosphere remains in the individually designed guestrooms." Full review
Rough Guide
"Possibly the most tastefully exquisite of all the small luxury hotels in the castle district, with beautiful antique furnishings and stained-glass windows."
Time Out
"Although it continues to generate buzz on some online Prague discussion boards, the King Charles remains its stolid, lovely self, with no visible ego boost." Full review
Star Service
"Located on the narrow but picturesque thoroughfare that climbs from Mala Strana to Hradcany, Hotel u Krale Karla was once the sibling of the bolder, medieval-flavored Hotel u Pava. " Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The upper-middle-range Hotel U Krale Karla (King Charles) is housed in a charming, historic building with elegant decor and a romantic atmosphere drawing couples." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This charming four-star enjoys a splendid and attractive location below Prague Castle in Prague’s Lesser Quarter (Mala Strana) and a rich, baroque interior that will appeal to romantics." Full review