Staying in Old Town (Staré Město)
A hotel's street matters here as much as its distance from the main square. Celetná carries a steady stream of walkers, while small courtyards can put a bedroom away from passing groups. Check whether reception faces a pedestrian lane, especially with luggage. Around Haštalské náměstí, the street pattern opens into smaller squares and residential corners.
At a glance
- Best for
- A first, short visit
- At night
- Busy; loud on the main streets
- Getting around
- On foot; metro A and B
- Price level
- €€€€
The astronomical clock, the square and the Charles Bridge within ten minutes' walk, and the crowds to go with them.
Good for
- A first trip of two or three nights
- Walking everywhere on flat streets
- Seeing the square and the bridge early, before the crowds
Think twice if
- You want value: this is the most expensive part of Prague
- You sleep lightly and the room faces a bar street
- You want to feel you are somewhere local
What is near Old Town (Staré Město)
Haštalské náměstí
Walk about 8 minutes from Old Town Square to this smaller square, then explore the lanes around St Castulus Church.
Rudolfinum
About 10 minutes from Old Town Square, the concert hall faces Jan Palach Square and the river.
Municipal House
Follow Celetná for about 8 minutes from Old Town Square to the Powder Gate and neighboring Municipal House.
Eating in Old Town (Staré Město)
Dlouhá has plenty of places for dinner, including Lokál Dlouhááá. On the busiest pedestrian routes, read the menu before sitting down and check whether the kitchen serves full meals or mainly snacks. A bakery breakfast can be practical if your hotel does not include one.
Getting around from Old Town (Staré Město)
Staroměstská on metro line A serves the river side of the area. Náměstí Republiky on line B suits the eastern edge. With luggage, compare the actual walking route to your hotel: cobbles and pedestrian streets can make a short distance feel longer.
Hotels in Old Town (Staré Město)
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Staying in Old Town (Staré Město)
Can a taxi reach every Old Town hotel?
Some entrances sit on pedestrian streets or restricted lanes. Ask your hotel for its recommended drop-off point before traveling.
Where can I take a shorter evening walk?
Walk toward Haštalské náměstí and return through the surrounding lanes. This gives you a compact route away from the main square.
Which metro stop should I use?
Use Staroměstská for the western side or Náměstí Republiky for the eastern side. Check your hotel's entrance before choosing.