Prague legends. Famous hotels glorified by history or celebrities

Palace Praha In Prague, travelers can find unique historic hotels, and each of them has many exciting stories and legends to tell to visitors. Palace Praha remains one of the most prestigious hotels in the Czech capital. It greeted its first guests yet in 1909. The hotel is open in a magnificent building made in a rare architectural style – spring art nouveau. The last extensive restoration of the hotel was in 2000. Nowadays, travelers can choose from 224 luxurious guest rooms.

During the long and respectful history, the hotel greeted many famous guests including musicians from the Rolling Stones. Internationally famous politicians, movie actors, and musicians visited Gourmet Club restaurant that is open in the hotel. The restaurant is mentioned in the top 10 dining destinations in Prague. It is also worth noting that ever since the opening Palace Praha was one of the most innovative hotels in the Czech Republic. For example, it was among the first venues that offered quite an unusual entertainment for its guests – a casino. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

Unitas The high-class Unitas hotel is also an important historical landmark. This hotel is open in a unique building of an old monastery. The historic building was constructed by Jesuit monks, and for many years, a female monastery was open there. At the beginning of the 20th century, the historic building was used as the secret police headquarters. Several years ago, it was decided to convert the building into a modern hotel. Remarkably, the structure of the building has almost not changed. The hotel still has old arcs, beautiful wooden décor, and high ceilings that create a truly inimitable atmosphere.

Alchymist Grand Hotel and Spa The luxurious Alchymist Grand Hotel and Spa is not only a magnificent place with the design made in best traditions of colonial style. Gourmets from all over the world know this hotel well. The reason behind such popularity is simple – the hotel regularly hosts interesting gastronomic festivals. Local product sampling sessions are also not rare at Alchymist Grand Hotel. It doesn’t matter when travelers decide to stay at the hotel, they can always participate in a sampling of best Czech wine, cheese, and other delicacies. Besides the unique design and a large collection of antique items, Alchymist Grand Hotel has a wellness center. It is open in an old cellar that was built yet in the 11th century.

Pachtuv Palace The history of the luxurious Pachtuv Palace is also interesting and exciting to know. The hotel is located in the most beautiful Baroque building in the city. Pachtuv Palace is open in a fantastic palace that dates back to the 18th century. Initially, it belonged to the family of Pachtuv, a famous nobleman. Nowadays, the beautiful palace is very popular with fans of classical music as Mozart lived and performed in the palace many times. The modern boutique hotel offers 50 luxurious rooms with amazing historical décor and panoramic views of the Vltava River.

Art Deco Imperial Art Deco Imperial stands out of hundreds of hotels in Prague. The hotel was built in 1914. The project was developed by prominent Czech architect Jaroslav Benedikt. Jan Kolář was the first owner of the hotel – at the beginning of the 20th century, he owned several luxurious hotels in Prague. During its long history, the legendary hotel greeted many famous guests, but they are not the only “advantage” of the iconic place. Traditional Prague doughnuts, kobliha, served in the old café of the hotel, have already become an unchangeable symbol of the hotel. It is believed that a tradition to throw yesterday’s kobliha into acquaintances appeared in Art Deco Imperial. Locals eat only freshly made doughnuts.