The King CharlesvsVentana Hotel Prague
Both hotels are highly recommended by professional reviewers. On balance, Hotel U Krale Karla (King Charles) ranks significantly better than Ventana Hotel Prague. Hotel U Krale Karla (King Charles) has a TripExpert Score of 86 with endorsements from 10 reviews such as Time Out, Lonely Planet and Oyster.
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
Ventana Hotel Prague
Celetna 7, Praha 1, Prague 11000, Czech Republic
From $126/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Michelin Guide
"Spacious, well-kept bedrooms, in muted shades, are set over 4 floors."
Frommer's
"In the afternoon shadow of the Týn Church, just off Old Town Square, you'll find a place not as opulent as the Paríz, but a good value." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Classic Prague hotel in the heart of Old Town. A narrow building that makes great use of the space available, such as the modern lift inside the old staircase."
Time Out
"The Italian marble, elegant detailing, soft lighting and high, stuccoed ceilings show a sense of understated style at this charming new entry just off Old Town Square." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Opened in 2004, the Ventana Hotel Prague is a 29-room boutique hotel housed in a converted townhouse that dates back to 1887." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"This luxurious five-star boutique enjoys a stellar location right opposite the town hall in Old Town Square." Full review
Fodor's
"Surprisingly quiet considering its location just steps from Old Town Square, the Ventana delivers old-school style and charm in spades." Full review