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Bartolomejska 9, Prague 1
Prague, Czech Republic

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Stepping into the lobby of the four-star Unitas is like walking into an oasis from Prague's gritty streets. Wicker furniture with cream cushions, white walls, gilt-framed mirrors, shell chandeliers, soft music… it all makes for one peaceful hotel. Located on a quiet street in the Nové Město neighborhood, it's close to the National Theater and about midway between Wenceslas Square and Old Town Square.

Unitas re-opened in May 2008 after upgrading from a hostel-pension to a four-star beauty. Originally a convent dating back to the 17th Century, the building became the secret police headquarters in 1950. Until 1989, prisoners (including the future president of the country, Vaclav Havel) were confined to the basement. In 1990, the building was given back to the Convent of the Grey Sisters and subsequently became a pension.

But have no fear: Guestrooms are wonderfully spacious, and you'd never guess they used to be prison cells! Shades of white dominate the color scheme, with the occasional rustic orange thrown in. Rooms, most of which face the quiet courtyard, sport blond wooden furnishings and comfy cushioned chairs. Each room has a DVD player, and guests can pick from a free DVD library. The roomy bathrooms offer a basket of toiletries.

There’s a small bar in the Unitas' lobby, plus an internet station off the reception area.

» Jacy Meyer

Note: This hotel was visited by a EuroCheapo editor and is recommended based on cleanliness, location, price and overall quality. EuroCheapo did not charge this hotel to be listed.

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Hotel Address

Bartolomejska 9, Prague 1
Stare Mesto, Prague, Czech Republic

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Amenities

Hotel
  1. Bar/Lounge
  2. Breakfast Included
  3. Café
  4. Concierge/Booking Services
  5. Elevator
  6. Fax Machine
  7. Garden
  8. Internet Station
  1. Laundry Service
  2. Non-Smoking Hotel
  3. Parking
  4. Pet Friendly
  5. Reception: 24-Hour
  6. Shuttle service
  7. Wake-Up Service
  8. Wi-Fi: Free
Room
  1. AC Available
  2. Bathrooms: Private (not in room)
  3. Bathtubs Available
  4. Cable TV
  5. Hair Dryer
  6. Heat
  1. Internet Access
  2. Iron
  3. Kitchenette
  4. Safe
  5. Telephone
  6. Toiletries

About the Unitas Pension and Art Prison neighborhood

If you're looking for the center of town, this is it. Staré Město (Old Town) is situated around Staroměstské námestí or Old Town Square. Most tourists spend the bulk of their time in this neighborhood, which is bordered by the Vltava River to the north and east and Nové Město to the south and west. Josefov, the city's former Jewish enclave, is located entirely inside Staré Město. Filled with winding cobblestone streets, delightful handicraft shops, grand gothic architecture, and bustling nightlife, this is Prague's tourist bulls-eye. Hotel rates are high and the streets are downright packed during high season. Things quiet down as you move away from Staromestské namestí and the Charles Bridge.

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