The Hilton Prague Old Town sits on V Celnici, a short street beside Náměstí Republiky, and its position is its best argument. Old Town Square, the Astronomical Clock and Wenceslas Square are all within a short walk, Charles Bridge is within about a mile, and metro stations are a one-to-three-minute walk away, which means the airport connections, the castle area and the rest of the city are easy to reach. The hotel opened in 2003 and has 303 rooms, which puts it in the category of a proper city hotel rather than a boutique: a lobby with a fireplace, a restaurant called Zinc that serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner, a bar, a snack bar and deli, and meeting rooms for conferences. For leisure guests the facilities are the draw. There is an indoor pool, a full-service spa offering massage, a 24-hour gym, and a few practical touches such as bicycle storage, laundry and dry cleaning, and a free daily manager's reception. The hotel is pet-friendly. Guests rate it 8.8 out of 10 across more than a thousand reviews. As with most big-brand hotels, some extras cost more: in-room Wi-Fi, parking and the full breakfast carry separate charges, so factor those into your budget.
The neighbourhood is practical rather than picturesque. Náměstí Republiky is dominated by the Powder Tower, the Municipal House and a large shopping centre, and the streets around the hotel are lined with cafés and restaurants of every price. You are on the edge of the Old Town, so a morning walk to the Old Town Square takes minutes, and the Jewish Quarter is only a little further.
After dark the area is lively but not rowdy. If you want cobbled lanes outside your door, a small hotel in Malá Strana will suit you better, but if you value an easy base with fast transport, this is one of the best-placed international chains in the centre.
Ask for a higher floor if you want quiet and a view over the rooftops. The pool and spa are a welcome way to recover after a day on cobblestones, and the 24-hour gym suits early risers and late arrivals. The restaurant is a convenient place for breakfast, though the full buffet is an extra cost, so compare it with the cafés nearby. The lobby fireplace and bar make an easy meeting point for groups.
Practical details
Parking is available for a daily fee, and self-parking is limited, so check availability if you are driving. In-room Wi-Fi is charged per night, so use the public areas if you only need a quick connection. The hotel is a good choice for families and for stays of several nights, when the facilities and transport links matter most. Book early for December and for spring weekends, when the Christmas markets and the festival season fill the city, and check the current rates and cancellation terms for your dates.
Why stay here
- ✓Indoor pool
- ✓Full-service spa
- ✓24-hour fitness centre
- ✓Zinc restaurant and bar
- ✓Lobby with fireplace
- ✓Metro stops within minutes
- ✓Pet-friendly rooms
- ✓Daily manager reception
Good questions
How far is the Hilton Prague Old Town from Old Town Square?+
It is a short walk, and the Astronomical Clock and Wenceslas Square are also close. Metro stops are about a one-to-three-minute walk away.
Does the hotel have a pool and spa?+
Yes. It has an indoor pool and a full-service spa offering massage, as well as a 24-hour gym.
Are there extra charges?+
Yes. In-room Wi-Fi, parking and the full breakfast are charged separately, so check the details when you book.
