7 Best Hotels in Mala Strana (Lesser Quarter), Prague

This charming music-themed property kicked off Prague's luxury hotel boom in the early 2000s and still holds up well against the competition. While the music theme may be more of a gimmick than an amenity, that's forgivable considering that the hotel hosts live concerts and even has an on-site music librarian. Rooms are sleek and decorated in sandy tones with red and pink punctuations, flat-screen TVs, and spacious, well-lit bathrooms. Another attraction is the rooftop restaurant and bar, with drop-dead gorgeous views of Prague. Although it's at the base of the street leading to the American embassy, there are plenty of bars and restaurants nearby.

A stylish hotel comprising rooms and apartments, in a slightly off-the-beaten-track location in Malá Strana. It has some gorgeous design and a lovely outdoor courtyard, and having this authentic, beautiful neighborhood often entirely to yourself but still being close to the main sights is a real treat. Rooms are comfortable and spacious, with traditional parquet flooring and some with outside space. Breakfast is served in the original 12th-century hall on the second floor.

This pretty little hotel has a luxurious—if retro—feel, which comes in at a reasonable price. The large rooms have traditional herringbone flooring and comfortable beds and are meticulously clean. Warm and friendly staff go out of their way to help guests enjoy their visit. 

An ancient building just a few strides away from the world-famous Charles Bridge, the rooms in this little design-style hotel remain chic and comfortable. A good breakfast is included, and there are nice touches like fresh flowers as well as a historic view or a balcony for most rooms. A bottle of wine is thrown in for the deluxe room options. 

Built in 1348, this landmark—now a flashy boutique hotel with major design chops—is where the author Jan Neruda and his mother lived in 1860. As a tribute, lines from Neruda's Povídky malostranské (Malá Strana Stories) are painted in the stone hallways. The building supposedly has a ghost—you might hear her jingling keys in the hallway. Designed with the help of local architect Bořek Šipek, the rooms are all interesting and bright in decor terms, but try to see a couple before choosing, as some toward the back of the hotel look out onto a wall.

The family-friendly Pod Věží is perched on the end of the famous Charles Bridge, so close you even get a free ticket to the tower if you stay here. Accordingly, it can be loud and busy, but the staff works hard to make it feel homey, offering upgrades where possible and going out of their way to help guests with transport, tours, and restaurant recommendations. Rooms are large and pleasant, with blue or silver silk throws and cushions over the cotton sheets. Free, fast Wi-Fi included.

This bold, bright, and affordable hotel was favored by former secretary of state Madeleine Albright (there's a framed letter of thanks on the wall). It's an imaginative blast of fresh air amid the cookie-cutter style of some international hotels. The interior design is an explosion, and celebration, of all things excellent during the 1950s, '60s, and '70s—and everything, from the lamps to the barstools, is original. Rooms keep the cheerfully retro vibes going.