The Emblem Prague HotelvsThe King Charles
Both The Emblem Hotel and Hotel U Krale Karla (King Charles) are recommended by expert reviewers. Overall, Hotel U Krale Karla (King Charles) scores significantly higher than The Emblem Hotel. Hotel U Krale Karla (King Charles) scores 86 with praise from 10 reviews such as Time Out, Star Service and Frommer's.
The Emblem Prague Hotel
Platnerska 111/19, Prague 11000, Czech Republic
From $269/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Jetsetter
"Boutique gem and members bar in the heart of Prague that fuses bohemian style and high-tech amenities." Full review
Wallpaper
"Public spaces comprise an upper level spa in calming sea greens, and an adjacent rooftop bar offering sprawling views of the city." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"The 59-room Emblem Hotel is a luxury boutique property with a fashionable look full of rich marble, mirrored details, chrome, and velvet." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"Located on a quiet street close to Prague's Old Town Square, this classy 59-room design hotel is nothing if not comprehensive." Full review
Fodor's
"This unique retreat goes toe to toe with many of the city's grande dame hotels; it's smart, fresh, and funky, with a modern art deco theme created by a host of top-notch designers." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"The Emblem Hotel in Prague is a forward-thinking, free-spirited kinda stay: the city’s creative crème de la crème (including established and emerging Czech artists) stay for free in return for on-loan artworks." Full review
Time Out
"The snug comfort of the hotel’s 59 rooms make efficient use of their custom-designed furnishings and contemporary artwork." Full review
Independent
"Located in the heart of the city, beside Staromětské Naměsti (Old Town Square), The Emblem is both a luxury hotel and an art lover’s dream"
Michelin Guide
"Clean lines, rich materials, a warm retro-inspired color palette and a host of well-chosen modern details...establish the Emblem’s luxury-boutique bona fides in short order." Full review
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