The King CharlesvsRomantik Hotel U Raka
Both properties are highly recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Hotel U Krale Karla (King Charles) is preferred by most writers compared to Romantik Hotel U Raka. Hotel U Krale Karla (King Charles) comes in at 86 with praise from 10 reviews like Rough Guide, Star Service and Insight Guides.
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
Romantik Hotel U Raka
Cerninska 10/93, Prague 118 00, Czech Republic
From $150/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide
"Cosy, rustic, family-run hotel; tucked away in a quiet neighbourhood."
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Ask for the luxury room with its own fireplace and garden terrace.
Frommer's
"Hidden among the stucco houses and cobblestone streets of a pristine medieval neighborhood below Prague Castle is this pleasant surprise." Full review
Insight Guides
"A lovely hotel... one of the more expensive places to stay, but quiet and romantic."
Fodor's
"With the quaint look of a woodsman's cottage from a bedtime story, this private guesthouse has a quiet location on the ancient, winding street of Nový Svět."
Rough Guide
"The perfect hideaway, six double rooms in a little half-timbered, eighteenth-century cottage in Nový Svět."
Time Out
"Dating from 1739, this small, rustic pension is run by photographer Alexandr Paul and his artist family, and is ideal for couples." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"City hotels don’t get more rustic than this." Full review
Time Out
"“Charming” may be a cliché by now, but the intent behind its usage (think tilt-of-the-head-with-a-sigh-and-a-smile) sums up this cheerful, family-run establishment full of personal touches" Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"With its cosy bedrooms, attentive staff, artistic decor and farmhouse-kitchen–style breakfast room, it’s ideal for a romantic getaway." Full review