The best neighborhoods in Prague to stay
One of the best cities in Europe for a city trip is Prague, Czech Republic. A city that is easy to reach by car, plane and public transport. The city is fairly compact, although you will find 18 districts. Most of the sights are in the centre of Prague, some just outside. Curious about the best neighborhoods in Prague to stay overnight? These are five neighborhoods in Prague!
Spend the night in the Staré Mesto district – the old part of Prague
Stare Mesto is the part of Prague where you will find the most sights. It is not surprising that most visitors come to this part. Although you will see many sights and activities for tourists, you will also definitely find places where many locals come. The cobblestones give atmosphere to the street where you can still see many old historical buildings.
Why stay in Staré Mesto
- Many sights in the district: including Charles Bridge, Astronomical Clock, Old Town Square
- Centrally located in Prague
- Many restaurants and cafe
- Everything is largely within walking distance
Hotel tips in Staré Mesto
- NYX Hotel: nice and hip hotel in the center. I myself stayed here during my city trip to Prague
- Hotel Cube Prague: within walking distance of many sights, nice breakfast in the hotel, roof terrace
Staying in the Malá Strana district
On the other side of the Charles Bridge is the atmospheric Malá Strana district. The district is largely built on hills, giving you a beautiful view of the old part of Prague. You will find the famous Prague Castle and Petrin Park here, two reasons to take the Charles Bridge to the other side. The neighborhood was a popular place to shoot films, many Hollywood directors used the streets of Malá Strana as a film set.
Why stay in Malá Strana?
- Prague Castle
- Petrin Hill
- Beautiful views over Prague
- John Lennon Wall
- Interesting museums; Franz Kafka Museum, Kampa Museum and Museum Montanelli
- Lots of greenery
- Within walking distance of the old town
Hotel tips for Malá Strana
- Miss Sophie’s Charles Bridge: is located on the top floor of a Rococo palace and has several rooms and apartments.
- The Charles: centrally located in Mala Strana, 100 meters from the Charles Bridge. Stay in a historic building including baroque style
Stay in Vysehrad and Nové Mesto – The new part of Prague
The ‘new’ neighborhood in Prague was built in the 14th century, but is still called Nove Mesto. You can see the difference in buildings with the old part of Prague. There are many more shops, bars and restaurants in this area. The Vysehrad fortress is located high on the rock above the Vltava. Another attraction is Wenceslas Square where you will find numerous restaurants and hotels.
Why stay in Vysehrad and Nové Mesto?
- Close to the Dancing House of Prague
- Wenceslas Square
- Charles Square
- Many nightlife venues
- Many Art Nouveau buildings
- Central, everything within walking distance
Hotel tips in Nové Mesto
- Best Western Hotel Moran: close to sights and public transport. Nice rooms and good breakfast
- Mosaic Design House Hotel: a nice design hotel with attention to detail and luxury facilities
- Dancing House Hotel: stay in an iconic building in Prague, facilities such as a restaurant and bar in the same building
Stay in the Karlin district in Prague
A former working-class neighborhood that is now an upcoming area in Prague. In 2002, the district was hit by floods and this is still visible on the houses in Karlin. After the floods, many buildings were renovated. Many young Praguers settled in the neighborhood and this immediately started the cultural and culinary scene. In terms of culinary, it is one of the most prominent neighborhood of Prague. Close to Karlin are the neighborhood of Vinohrady and Zizkov. The latter is an old working-class distneighborhoodrict with a somewhat rough character. Vinohrady is a fashionable residential area with many good restaurants and boutiques.
Why stay in Karlin
- Good food scene
- Less touristy
- Nice and trendy eateries
- Vitkov hill with statue and beautiful view of Prague
- Less tourists
- A little further from famous sights, use public transport
Hotel tips in Karlin
- Hotel Royal Prague: close to metro station and 3 stops from the center. Great facilities including private sitting area, coffee/tea and private balcony or patio
- Penta Hotel Prague: hip hotel with its own restaurant and fitness centre
Staying overnight in the Holesovice district in Prague
Holesovice is an old industrial district for which you have to take the metro for a while. You will find the district outside the centre. It is a lively district and, like Karlin, upcoming. Many cool street art, local markets, museums and culinary initiatives can be found in Holesovice. Until ten years ago, it was an area where no tourists came. You will find Holesovice north of the centre of Prague.
Why stay in Holesovice
- Vnitroblock; a building where all kinds of cultural events are held including nice eateries
- Vltavska Metro; area where you will find a lot of street art
- Holesovice market (Prazska trznice); a huge hall where vegetables and fruit are sold
- Few tourists
- Unique shops
Hotel tips for Holesovice
- Mama Shelter Prague: many facilities in the hotel such as restaurants and bars, 100 meters from the tram
- Louren Apartments: apartments with kitchen, dining area and finally only 2 kilometers from the astronomical clock
