In this section, you will find an overview of accommodation facilities particularly in Prague and over the whole Czech Republic as well, with a possibility to search even by several criteria:
- locality (the Czech republic is devided into touristic regions they are listed on the map below
- category (hotel classification according to the european standard from 1*to 5* category
- rate (list of the hotel from the cheapest to the most expensive
- hotel type (classification by style and amenities, e.g. apartments, touristic hotels, family hotels, business hotels, design hotels etc.
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At present, there are about 60 hotels included in our catalogue, of which 40 are situated in Prague and the remaining 20 in other places of the Czech Republic.
We would like to inform you that we permanently work on increasing of their number.
Prague
The capital city of the Czech Republic is the most important urban preservation area. Since its foundation in the 9th century Prague become the centre of the Czech state, the seat of all Czech rulers, and was to become the official seat and residence of the Czech presidents in 1918. The Prague historical centre consists of remarkable structures of all building styles – Romanesque rotundas and basilicas, Gothic churches, Renaissance palaces, a large collection of buildings in the characteristic style of the Prague Baroque, as well as many Neo-Renaissance and Art Nouveau buildings. As a result, the Prague historic centre, including Prague Castle, Charles Bridge and countless churches, palaces and gardens have been listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Register.
Prague Environs
History has left its countless traces in the Prague environs in the form of many historic sights of European significance. The most important attractions include the castles of Karlštejn and Křivoklát, Konopiště chateau and the town of Kutná Hora, whose historic centre has been listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Register.
The area has a great attraction for all proponents of active recreation. Horse-riding lovers can choose from numerous riding schools situated in beautiful nature, golf players can choose any of golf courses, and there is a very long tradition of canoeing and rafting in the Vltava, Berounka and Sázava rivers. The Poděbrady spa represents a very popular relaxation and recreation resort.
There are several protected landscape areas in the Prague environs, such as the Křivoklátsko biosphere reservation, the romantic landscape of Posázaví or the protected landscape area of the Bohemian Karst with the Koněprusy Caves.
Southern Bohemia
Whether you visit České Budějovice, Jindřichův Hradec, Písek, Strakonice, Tábor or Třeboň, you will always arrive at a place of art and history. Visitors may also expect to meet many large medieval fortresses and charming chateaus on trips through Southern Bohemia.
The most frequented attractions include the castle in Hluboká nad Vltavou with a nearby hunting chateau, the Ohrada zoological garden, Zvíkov Castle and Orlík Chateau at Orlik Lake, Červená Lhota Chateau or Blatná water castle. The list of important landmarks also includes Holašovice, a village with a preserved vernacular architecture, registered in the UNESCO List. The South-Bohemian rivers of Vltava, Otava and Lužnice rank among the most popular resorts of water sports enthusiasts; if you want to experience the beauty of nature, you need go no further than to the Třeboňsko biosphere reservation, Czech Canada nature park, Novohradské Mountains and many peat bogs.
Šumava
This attractive region is much sought after for its beauty and the variety of its attractions, which include recreation, relaxation, education, sports and entertainment, cultural and social events. The mountain range along the south-east border of the Czech Republic represents the largest nature park in Central Europe.
The main attractions include the Boubín primeval forest at the south-east slope of Boubín Mountain and the glacial lakes of Laka, Plešné Lake under Plechý Mountain, the Black and Devil’s Lakes near Železná Ruda or Prášil Lake near Prášily. The town of Český Krumlov, whose historical center, castle and chateau have been registered in the UNESCO World Heritage List, is the chief architectural gem of the region.
The charming towns of Prachatice, Kašperské Hory, Sušice, Volary, Vimperk, Horažďovice and Klatovy, the castles and chateaus of Kašperk, Klenová, Rabí, Rožmberk, Švihov and Velhartice, monasteries in Vyšší Brod and Zlatá Koruna, the chateau in Horšovský Týn or the town of Domažlice all deserve their share of attention.
The Pilsen Region
The town of Pilsen is the economic, cultural and social metropolis of the gently undulating and forested region of West Bohemia. The main renown of the town of Pilsen probably stems from its locally produced beer Pilsner Urquell. The main historical sites include the town centre with the cathedral of Saint Bartholomew, the historic catacombs, the Great Synagogue (the second largest in Europe and third largest in the world), the zoological and botanical gardens with a Dinosaur Park and many museum and galleries.
Popular destinations in the Pilsen surroundings include St. Peter’s Rotunda in Starý Plzenec, Radyně Castle, the monastery in Plasy, the chateaus of Kozel, Manětín, Nebílovy and Zbiroh, the water iron mill in Dobřív or the remarkable collection of Jewish monuments and sights in Spálené Poříčí and Kasejovice. The Hracholusky water reservoir and the valleys of the rivers Berounka and Střela offer excellent water sport and recreation opportunities.
West-Bohemian Spas
There are hundreds of geothermal and curative mineral springs in the region, which gave rise to the spa towns of Karlovy Vary, Mariánské Lázně, Františkovy Lázně, Jáchymov, Lázně Kynžvart and Konstantinovy Lázně. If you are interested in sightseeing, you can visit some of the many castles and chateaus such as Bečov nad Teplou, Kynžvart, Loket and Ostroh (Seeberg). Other interesting sights include the monastery in Teplá or the towns of Cheb, Sokolov and Horní Slavkov with their interesting museums.
Aside from beautiful spa towns and historical sights visitors can also admire the fascinating colourful nature of Krušné Hory (the Krušné Mountains) or the picturesque valleys of the rivers Ohře, Teplá, Rolava, Svatava and Střela. The unique protected landscape area Slavkovský let (the Slavkovský Forest) and the moor and low moor in the Cheb Township are also worth visiting.
Northwest Bohemia
Fenced by the slopes of the Krušné Mountains, the region abounds in remarkably beautiful natural and historical sites, architectural gems and many other attractions, such as the chateaus in Duchcov, Klášterec nad Ohří, Krásný Dvůr, Libochovice, Ploskovice and Velké Březno.
North-west Bohemia would not be the same without its lovely nature; thousands of visitors come every year to the Lužice Mountains, Central Bohemian Uplands with the charming Elbe Valley of the Porta Bohemica, the interesting rock formation of Elbe sandstones or the Czech Switzerland National Park. There are also many fans of the Teplice spa or the exhibition grounds the Garden of Bohemia, as well as admirers of the fertile landscape with large orchards, vineyards, hop fields and the momentous Říp Hill.
Northern Bohemia
Its diverse nature with its forested mountain ranges and countless castles and chateaus has made Northern Bohemia a popular destination for family trips and vacations. Liberec, the capital of the region, stands in the shadows of Ještěd Mountain with its television broadcasting transmitter, sports grounds and ski jumps. The vicinity of Mácha’s Lake is yet another popular recreational area. Adrenalin sports enthusiasts on the other hand prefer the local rocky landscape.
North Bohemia offers the densest network of observation towers of all Czech regions. The most popular castles and chateaus include Bezděz, Frýdlant, Lemberk, Sloup and Zákupy or the ruin of Ralsko Castle. You can see both vernacular architecture and ecclesiastical monuments – such as St. Lawrence’s and St. Zdislava’s basilicas in Jablonná or the pilgrimage church in Hejnice.
Český ráj (Bohemian Paradise)
The picturesque landscape around the middle reaches of the Jizera River combines natural diversity with numerous historical monuments and examples of folk architecture. It is especially famed for its precious stone deposits, priceless exhibitions of minerals and jewelers’ workshops with a long tradition of gem-cutting.
A dominant feature and a symbol of Bohemian Paradise is the ruin of Trosky Castle. The castles of Kost, Hrubý Rohozec, Humprecht and Sychrov also offer fascinating views. The mazes of rock cities hide the ruins of the rock castles Drábské světničky, Frýdštejn and Vranov. Places definitely worth visiting include the towns of Jičín, Mladá Boleslav, Mnichovo Hradiště and Turnov, as well as the Sedmihorky spa; it was the spa guests who named the region Bohemian Paradise in the 19th century.
Eastern Bohemia
The region of East Bohemia offers its visitors a wide range of tourist attractions, from castles and chateaus, churches and other monuments, to beautiful and varied landscapes, from the Elbe lowlands to the highest peaks of the Orlicke Mountains. The natural attractions include the well known rock formations Adršpašské and Teplické skály, Broumovské stěny and Železné hory. History lovers will enjoy exploring well preserved historic town centres, as well as the castles of Kunětická hora, Lichnice, Litice, Rychmburk and Svojanov.
The architectural treasures of the region include the Broumov monastery, and the castles in Opočno, Pardubice, Častolovice, Nové Hrady, and Slatiňany. The town of Litomyšl, the birthplace of composer Bedřich Smetana, has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage List, thanks to its magnificent Renaissance castle. Other attractions include the zoo and safari in Dvůr Králové nad Labem, the open air museum in Hlinsko, or the city walls in Polička, one of the best preserved fortifications in Central Europe.
Vysočina (the Czech-Moravian Highlands)
The region is one of the best environmentally preserved areas in the Czech Republic. Its centre, the town of Jihlava, boasts a valuable historic downtown, and a fascinating maze of ancient underground passages. There is also a museum of the Vysocina Region, and a zoo. The vast forests with a number of marked tourist routes are an ideal place for walks and hikes. The natural beauty of the landscape is complemented by touches of human hands: the historic towns of Pacov, Pelhřimov, Přibyslav, Světlá nad Sázavou, and Třešť; the castles of Lipnice and Kámen; as well as the chateaus in Jaroměřice nad Rokytnou and Náměšť nad Oslavou.
Three of the region’s numerous monuments are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List: the Church of St. John of Nepomuk at Zelená Hora in the town of Žďár nad Sázavou, the Jewish Quarter and cemetery and the Romanesque-Gothic St. Procopius Basilica in Třebíč, and the historic downtown and Renaissance castle in the town of Telč.
Southern Moravia
The region attracts visitors both with the proverbial hospitality and warmth of its people, as well as the rich folklore traditions and the wine growing industry. The art of wine making was brought to Southern Moravia by Ancient Romans; today, 96 percent of the Czech vineyards are located in this region. The Moravian metropolis, Brno, is the second largest city in the Czech Republic; one of its unique monuments, the functionalist Villa Tugendhat, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The second UNESCO World Heritage monument in Southern Moravia is the Lednice-Valtice Cultural Landscape, the largest artificial landscape in the world.
The region boasts many natural attractions: the Moravian Karst with beautiful, dripstone-decorated caves; the biosphere nature preserves of Pálava and Bílé Karpaty, or the Podyjí National Park will capture the heart of any visitor. The region’s architectural treasures include the monasteries in Rajhrad and Předklášteří u Tišnova, the fairytale-like castle of Pernštejn, built in the Gothic-Renaissance style, the chateaus in Lednice, Bučovice, Milotice, Slavkov u Brna, and Vranov nad Dyjí, or Bítov Castle. It is also worth visiting the region of Slovácko with its rich folklore customs and traditions, which have been preserved to this day.
Central Moravia
The most important cities in Central Moravia are Olomouc and Kroměříž. Among its numerous sights, both cities boast historical monuments registered in the UNESCO World Heritage List: the Baroque Column of the Holy Trinity in Olomouc, and the Archbishop’s Palace with two unique gardens in Kroměříž.
Other sites of interest include the castles of Bouzov, Helfštýn and Šternberk; the chateaus Náměšť na Hané, Čechy pod Kosířem, Úsov, and Tovačov; and pilgrim sites Svatý Hostýn and Svatý Kopeček near Olomouc. There is also a famous spa in Teplice nad Bečvou, located near the Zbrašov Caves and the Hranice Abyss. The flatlands of Central Moravia offer excellent conditions for water sports, hiking and cycling.
Northern Moravia and Silesia
The tourist region of Northern Moravia and Silesia, with the city of Ostrava, the third largest in the Czech Republic, can be found in the north-east of the country. It can best be described by the slogan “The Region of Contrasts and Opportunities.” Among its many attractions, the region offers beautiful natural sights, numerous cultural, architectural, devotional and technological monuments, as well as a number of sports facilities and relaxation centres. The region also entices visitors with the hospitality and openness of its people, as well as with its carefully maintained folklore traditions. The region’s area and population make it the largest and most varied tourist area in the country.
The region offers its visitors a wide range of activities. Relaxation and leisure are possible thanks to numerous golf courses and a dense network of cycling routes and paths, to which bikers may travel by shuttle biking buses. The pristine state of the landscape, as well as the presence of a number of curative mineral water springs and iodine-bromine waters of marine origin have led to the establishment of popular spas, such as Jeseník (Priessnitz Spa), Velké Losiny, Karlova Studánka, Klímkovice u Ostravy, and Darkov u Karviné. Newly constructed spa premises offer popular wellness programs.
North Moravia and Silesia contain the highest number of natural preserves and natural parks in the Czech Republic. The mountains of Beskydy and Jeseníky offer pure mountain air and a well-preserved, almost virgin landscape. Poodří is the youngest natural preserve in the country.
Krkonoše (Giant Mountains)
There is no other region in the Czech Republic where you can find so many sub-alpine prospects and so many skiing resorts than in Krkonoše (Giant Mountains). The birthplace of skiing in Bohemia, this beautiful mountains rank among the most popular destinations in Central Europe.
The region includes the ridges of the Giant Mountains, including the highest mountain in the Czech Republic – Sněžka (1602 meters) and the spring of one of the longest European rivers, the Elbe. The most precious gems of the region include the unique Nordic tundra on the mountains crests (such as the peat bog in Úpa), rare plant and animal species, as well as many preserved examples of shepherd huts and vernacular architecture, for instance in Paseky nad Jizerou. The same applies to several historically and architecturally towns at the foothills of the Mountains – Jilemnice, Vrchlabí, Trutnov, Hostinná and others.
The most important summer and winter resorts include Harrachov, Špindlerův Mlýn, Pec pod Sněžkou and Janské Lázně.
