The King CharlesvsThe Dominican
Both hotels are rated very highly by writers. Overall, Hotel U Krale Karla (King Charles) scores slightly higher than Savic Hotel. Hotel U Krale Karla (King Charles) comes in at #7 in Prague with endorsements from 10 sources such as Michelin Guide, Oyster and Lonely Planet.
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
The Dominican
Jilska 7, Prague 11000, Czech Republic
From $65/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"From the complimentary glass of wine when you arrive to the comfy king-size beds, the Savic certainly knows how to make you feel welcome." Full review
Rough Guide
"This hotel, in the heart of the old town, has retained plenty of period features: painted ceilings, vaulting, exposed beams and the like."
Time Out
"An elegant and thorough restoration of a collection of former townhouses, with some parts dating back to 1319, the Savic offers impressive value and a great location for the price." Full review
Star Service
"Pitched to demanding leisure travelers, honeymooners and romantics among them, Savic Hotel hits high notes in the style and service arenas." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"With an excellent locationnear Old Town Square, the Savic Hotel is a great choice for those looking to stay within a short walk of most of the city’s attractions." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This renovated, fortress-like grand house in Prague's Old Town wraps up its patrons in warm, understated charm." Full review
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Make sure to book well ahead.