The Charles

Property class: 4
VIP Access

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Josefská 1, Prague, 11800
  • Place, Lesser Town Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Charles Bridge
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Prague Castle
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Prague (PRG-Vaclav Havel)
    ‪20 min drive‬
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Room options

Double Room (with extrabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Single Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Prague

Located in Prague City Center, The Charles is within a 5-minute walk of Charles Bridge and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Old Town Square. This 31-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge, along with free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Lesser Town Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kampa Island - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Charles Bridge - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Prague Castle - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Old Town Square - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Malostranské Náměstí Stop - 1 min walk
  • Prague-Masarykovo Station - 5 min drive
  • Vaclav Havel Airport (PRG) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lokál U Bílé kuželky - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪U Glaubiců - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurace Malostranská beseda - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Roesel - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Charles

Guests of The Charles enjoy free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, and laundry facilities. For transportation, you can make use of an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for CZK 850 per vehicle one-way, as well as an airport shuttle. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with securing valuables, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include a reception hall and an ATM.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Minibars, electric kettles, and safes are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 50 km

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CZK 400 for adults and CZK 400 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (31 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Early check-in subject to availability

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: CZK 850

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

At check-in, guests must provide either a negative PCR COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination

Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 13 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 24 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 13 and up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 30 days prior to check-in

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CZK 600 per pet, per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CZK 50.00 per person, per night, up to 60 nights

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CZK 400 for adults and CZK 400 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: CZK 850 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Pet fee: CZK 600 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: CZK 850 (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • At check-in, guests must provide either a negative PCR COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.
  • The negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 13 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 24 hours prior to check-in. COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 13 and up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 30 days prior to check-in.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.
  • Nearby construction work may cause some noise disturbance.

Property is also known as

Charles Hotel Prague

Charles Prague

The Charles Hotel

The Charles Prague

The Charles Hotel Prague

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Charles?

The Charles provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do near The Charles?

This hotel is situated in Prague City Center within a short 14-minute walk of Old Town Square and also 5 minutes on foot from Charles Bridge. You'll also find Prague Castle and Prague Astronomical Clock less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Charles?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does The Charles include a casino?

No, The Charles doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Charles?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Charles?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a minibar as well as a restaurant and a bar/lounge.

Does The Charles have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Charles have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Charles serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Charles allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Charles for a fee of CZK 600 per pet, per night.

Does The Charles have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to The Charles?

The closest major airport to The Charles is Vaclav Havel Airport (PRG), which is 9.3 mi away (38 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Charles?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Charles.

The Charles Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 298 out of 567 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 210 out of 567 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 567 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 567 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 567 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jackelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, great staff, clean rooms. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value in a fantastic location, staff were friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming, quaint even. Great breakfast buffet. Perfect location to enjoy a walking vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful Good breakfast Great location Room nice and spacious
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location by Charles Bridge. Very interesting (with exposed timber roof members) and comfortable top floor room. Friendly staff and good buffet breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location near the Charles Bridge, easy connection to public transport as well. Breakfast was great with lots of choices. Staff were very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice hotel with very good location
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff with excellent recommendations. Beautiful breakfast buffet. Great locatolion. Steps from Charles bridge
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Irina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Staff very friendly. Breakfast fresh and tasty
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Charise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was easy walking distance to sights as well as trams
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and convenient to popular sites
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, turn of the 20th century styling, comfortable and quaint
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Domingo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff and very clean hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sanjay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and very friendly reception service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elainne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager Mr. Johannes was very professional, nice and helpful. Veronica & Peter equally polite and helpful. They all made our stay comfortable. Will definitely stay on The Charles Hotel when in Prague. Will recommend to friends to stay in the hotel on their future travels to Prague.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Franz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We got a very nice room and the breakfast was the very best
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The Charles - Great Stay

The Charles was a great place to stay Loved it !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really good value, and perfectly positioned to explore Prague
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is conveniently located— Within walking distance from the Charles bridge and the Old Town.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, comfortable hotel within easy walking distance of Prague’s main attractions. Lovely staff and breakfasts, I also recommend the Blue Light pub next door.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Location with History

Friendly and helpful staff! Older hotel with beautiful architecture. Wonderful breakfast and ideal location!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gwendolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff. Beautiful room and perfectly close to Old Town and sights. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023