Iconic City Hotels of the World

Four Seasons Hotel Prague Modern and classical elegance in perfect harmony Iconic City Hotels of the World P rague's Old Town, with its cobblestone streets, Gothic architecture and bohemian vibe, is one of the most popular city break destinations in Europe, and sitting right at the heart of it all, surrounded by all the sights, is the Four Seasons Hotel Prague. In the perfect position right on the banks of the picturesque Vltava river and less than 330 metres from Charles Bridge and close to the Old Town Square, the hotel also overlooks Prague Castle. You just do not get better seats in town! The hotel is actually composed of three separate period buildings, each with its distinct original character, linked by a an elegant modern structure, reflecting the city’s varied cultural heritage. Recent renovations have given the entire property a welcome shot of design adrenalin by the super-talented, french interior designer Pierre-Yves Rochon, giving it a fresh, vibrant ambience. Those in the know will appreciate the many leading hotels around the world that have been refreshed by his magic handiwork including Four Seasons Georges V in Paris - a worthy stablemate, as Prague is often descibed as the ‘Paris of the Eastern Europe’. The hotel’s grand, old world architecture incorporates multiple styles, including classical, renaissance and 18th-century baroque, meaning that room layouts are unique, even within the same category, however the 157 rooms and suites all share superb, modern amenities including comfortable king-size beds, luxurious linens, and marble en suite bathrooms. For romantics the Renaissance rooms will appeal the most, and in all cases it pays to request a room or suite with river views. The hotel’s contemporary Italian restaurant, Cotto Crudo, is one of the finest restaurants in Prague with dishes ranging from innovative raw starters to main courses featuring dishes predominantly from Piedmont and Tuscany. The chic AVA spa is the perfect place to retreat to after a day of treading the cobbled streets of the old town. Choose from a comprehensive array of treatments by Swiss Perfection, Sodashi and Omorovicza. There is also a small but slick vitality pool, a couple of spa baths, separate steam and sauna rooms.