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The King CharlesvsMandarin Oriental, Prague
Both properties are recommended by travel writers. On balance, Mandarin Oriental, Prague is preferred by most writers compared to Hotel U Krale Karla (King Charles). Mandarin Oriental, Prague scores 93 with positive reviews from 14 sources such as Condé Nast Traveler, Michelin Guide and Fodor's.
The King Charles
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Travel + Leisure
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Star Service
Oyster
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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
OysterUpper-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 Telegraph8.0
"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
Mandarin Oriental, Prague Michelin Guide Frommer's
Concierge
Fodor's Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness Star Service Lonely Planet
Gayot Oyster Show All Reviews
Nebovidska 459, Mala Strana, Prague 11800, Czech Republic
From $222/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Michelin Guide "Warm, contemporary decor has an Asian edge; bedrooms are luxurious and well-equipped."
Frommer's "The Mandarin offers superior accommodations and service in a converted, former Dominican in Malá Strana." Full review
Concierge "The 99-room Mandarin Oriental occupies a renovated and expanded fourteenth-century monastery in Malá Strana... Upon your arrival, the gracious staff spell out the hotel's many amenities."
Fodor's "Architects wisely chose to retain many of this restored Dominican monastery's original flourishes, creating a peaceful, inspired backdrop for the Mandarin Oriental's luxurious offerings." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The youthful staff is helpful to the point of exuberance." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This elegant, classy flagship of the respected Mandarin group has won rave reviews for its Eastern-influenced designs, plush rooms and excellent Asian cuisine."
Star Service "Dating from the 14th century, this restored Renaissance-era Dominican abbey represents, along with the Four Seasons, the top of the top, overshadowing even the Augustine." Full review
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Guests may also choose to slip down into the hotel's musty stone interior where the newly opened 14th-century wine cellar is situated.
Lonely Planet "One of Prague’s most talked about new hotels, the Mandarin occupies the converted premises of a 17th-century Dominican monastery."
Gayot "A hotel that seamlessly integrates seven centuries of history into contemporary elegance and sophistication."
OysterLuxury
"A former 14th-century monastery, the 99-room Mandarin Oriental, Prague is a quiet luxury getaway in the Mala Strana, an easy walk to the Charles Bridge and Prague Castle." Full review
