Design Hotel Neruda
Literary-meets-contemporary design boutique. Architecturally distinctive without being precious about it. The location and the story are the real draws.
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Why It Matters
One of the very few hotels within a 2-minute walk of Prague Castle, housed in a building with a genuine literary pedigree. Interior designed by Czech architect Borek Šípek — a real name, not a hotel-chain designer. No pool, no ballroom, but a private spa with sauna and jacuzzi, and a café that does genuinely good homemade cakes.
Design Hotel Neruda sits in a converted 14th-century convent on Nerudova street in Malá Strana, the same steep cobblestone hill that leads from the Charles Bridge up to Prague Castle. The building is named for Czech writer Jan Neruda, who by some accounts lived here. Inside the centuries-old shell is a decidedly modern hotel: 42 rooms designed by the late Czech architect Borek Šípek, with contemporary furniture, oriental carpets, painted tiles, and glass-walled bathrooms in the Design rooms. Standard rooms draw their character from Neruda's writer's study — quieter, warmer, and perfectly comfortable.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
Design Deluxe Room
The flagship room at Neruda. Designed by Borek Šípek, each one is different — king-size bed, oriental carpets, painted tile floors, and a glass-walled bathroom as the centrepiece. Views of Nerudova Street. At 18–20 sqm these are not large rooms, but the design makes them feel considered rather than cramped.
King (180×200cm) · 19 sqm
Mini Room
The smallest option at 10 sqm. Genuinely compact — this is a bed-and-shower situation. King bed takes up most of the space, no room for an extra bed. But the full hotel experience (breakfast, spa access, café) is still yours, and the location doesn't change.
King (180×200cm) · 10 sqmRomantic Design Deluxe Room
Two rooms specifically configured for couples — the glass-walled bathroom is the signature feature here. Same Borek Šípek design DNA as the Design Deluxe, 20 sqm, king bed. Good pick for a romantic occasion if you're comfortable with a glass bathroom.
King (180×200cm) · 20 sqm
Standard Room
Solid, comfortable rooms inspired by Jan Neruda's writer's study — warm character rather than Šípek-designed flair. 15 sqm, king or twin beds. Shower (not bathtub). Good value for the location if flashy design isn't the priority.
King (180×200cm) or Twin · 15 sqm
Superior Room
Two sub-types here: Design Superior rooms (Šípek-designed, same family as the Deluxe but at 15 sqm) and Superior rooms with Nerudova Street views, inspired by the writer's study. The street-view option has more historical warmth — king or twin beds available, coffee and tea facilities included.
King (180×200cm) or Twin · 15 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The hotel lends a copy of Dan Brown's The Secret of Secrets (set partly in Prague) to guests for free during their stay. There's also a book-themed 'Secret of Secrets' package.
Hotel gift vouchers available for stays, spa treatments, or café experiences.
The hotel is 2 minutes on foot from Prague Castle — the easiest possible base for castle exploration. Nerudova street itself, right outside the front door, is one of the best-preserved baroque streets in Central Europe.
The hotel offers wedding packages and event hosting in its historic building.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Sundeck and shared lounge area available for guests.
Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and in all rooms.
Rich buffet breakfast served daily, including Prosecco and fresh juice. Not automatically included in all rates — confirm at booking.
All rooms are air-conditioned.
All rooms include a minibar.
Nespresso coffee machines in all room categories.
All rooms have soundproofed windows — welcome given the tourist-heavy street outside.
Safety deposit box in all rooms.
Flat-screen satellite TV in all rooms.
The entire hotel is non-smoking.
Staff can assist with booking tours and tickets around Prague.
Pets allowed on request. Charges apply (approx. €10 per pet per night).
Front desk staffed around the clock.
Off-site valet parking at €40 per 24 hours. Advance notice of 60 minutes before arrival required.
Private spa rental at 1,500 CZK/60 min. Advance reservation required. Not shared with other guests.
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