Park Inn Hotel Prague

With its imposing early 20th-century, five-story facade complete with Art Nouveau touches, the Park Inn Hotel Prague occupies what was once a printing and publishing house built in 1907. Opened in 2009, it bears all the characteristics of a swish, contemporary business-oriented hotel. The bright, airy, clean-lined lobby is decorated with glass paneling and a no-nonsense reception desk. The mood is hushed, minimal, and efficient with little in the way of decor beyond old-fashioned printing press-style articles and photographs referencing the building's original incarnation. The restaurant and bar are similarly minimal, with sleek light fixtures, low-lying dark leather seating, and brushed wood floors. Although clientele leans towards the corporate visitor during the week, the hotel is also popular with weekending tourists who'd rather to be away from the bustle of the tourist center. 

The hotel is located on a relatively quiet, cobbled street surrounded by equally impressive, historic buildings in the Prague Two district of the city. Its position is far from ideal for exploring Old Town Prague, with most of the main tourist attractions about two miles from the hotel. The Výtoň tram stop four minutes away, however, connects with central Prague's Wenceslas Square in about 15 minutes, while the nearest metro stop (Karlovo náměstí) is just over 10 minutes away on foot. Those in town for business have the Prague Congress Center within walking distance (15-20 minutes), while the location makes access to Prague's Václav Havel Airport convenient, at around 20 minutes by car. 

The hotel's 210 rooms are decorated in simple, modern style in the chain's signature primary colors. The contemporary furnishings are all tidy and well-maintained but lacking some in the way of character. All the amenities guests would expect from this level of hotel are present and correct, including free Wi-Fi, flat-screen satellite TVs, and well-stocked minibars. Bathrooms are spacious and nicely finished with beige and dark brown tile, and modern shower/tub combos. Executive Rooms also have the bonus of opening to top-floor, furnished, and rather spacious balconies with views over the city's rooftops. Be aware that some rooms overlook a railway line, which can be noisy despite double-glazed windows. 

The hotel's breakfast room serves a hot and cold buffet each morning, though it's not always included in the rate. Further on-site dining can be found in the form of the RBG Bar & Grill, which specializes in steaks and burgers, while the bar has a good selection of Czech beers. The top-floor fitness room is bright and spacious with plenty of machines and free weights, as well as a terrace providing views over Prague. Business guests are well catered for, as there are five tech-equipped meeting rooms, a fully equipped business center, and on-site parking, as well as free Wi-Fi throughout the property.