Design Hotel Jewel Prague

Hotel Description

Look, I’ve stayed at a lot of places in Prague, and honestly? The Design Hotel Jewel on Rytířská Street is one of those spots that just gets it right. You walk in and immediately notice they’ve managed to pull off that tricky balance between boutique charm and actually functional design – I mean, the lobby feels intimate without being cramped, which is saying something for Old Town real estate.

What really struck me was the location. Rytířská is this narrow cobblestone street that most tourists rush past on their way to the astronomical clock, but you’re literally steps from everything that matters. Wenceslas Square is maybe a three-minute walk, and there’s this fantastic little café called Louvre (the locals love it) right around the corner where you can grab proper coffee before the tourist crowds wake up. The thing is, even though you’re dead center in the historic district, the street itself is surprisingly quiet at night – those thick medieval walls do wonders for sound.

The rooms themselves… well, they actually live up to the “design” part of the name. Clean lines, thoughtful lighting, and they’ve somehow managed to fit decent-sized bathrooms into what I’m guessing used to be much smaller spaces. The beds are genuinely comfortable too, which you can’t always count on in boutique places. I stayed during peak summer season and the air conditioning worked perfectly – no small feat in a building that’s probably been standing since before air conditioning was even a concept. One tiny thing though: if you’re tall, watch your head on some of the doorframes. Character buildings, you know?

What I really appreciated was how the staff seemed to know Prague beyond just the obvious tourist stuff. When I asked about dinner recommendations, they didn’t just point me toward the castle district – they suggested this incredible wine bar in Vinohrady that I never would have found otherwise. That kind of local knowledge makes a difference when you’re trying to experience a city rather than just photograph it. Check-in was smooth, and they actually had my room ready early, which was clutch after a long flight.

The whole vibe is sophisticated but not stuffy – you could show up in jeans or dress up for a nice dinner and feel equally comfortable in the lobby. And honestly, for a 4-star place with a 9 rating, the price point felt reasonable, especially considering you’re staying in one of Europe’s most beautiful city centers. I’ve paid more for chain hotels in much less interesting locations.

Travelers should reserve a hotel in Prague at least two months ahead of their visit to ensure availability and secure better rates, especially during the peak summer season when the city hosts numerous cultural festivals and outdoor concerts.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $139. Single Room with 1 single bed for 1 – 1 guests
• Estimated price from: $207. Business Double Room with 1 large double bed for 1 – 1 guests
• Estimated price from: $240. Superior Double or Twin Room with 1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed for 1 – 1 guests

Reviews

• Andrei from Russia – 16 October 2024 (9/10)

  – best hotel staff, ready to help with any question
  – amazing location right in the centre of old town
  – super comfy bed
  – unbelievable breakfast with many variants of dishes, cold and hot drinks
  
  What could be improved: First time in my life I can’t complain. I love absolutely everything about our stay

• Mari from Finland – 27 March 2025 (9/10)

  It was so lovely!The room was beautiful,stories and little surprises everyday!It was calm and easy to just relax and have a best holiday!Breakfast was amazing!Location the best and staff lovely!Thank you so much!!

• Maureen from United States – 25 March 2025 (9/10)

  Everything!
  Warm welcome. Clean. Location. Ambiance. Food and drinks.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing🙂

• Balazs from Hungary – 21 March 2025 (9/10)

  Very comfortable and cozy hotel with amazing breakfast.
  You will have to use stairs (lots of them), otherwise spotless.

• Megan from United Kingdom – 20 March 2025 (9/10)

  Small cute hotel set just off tourist walkways but still very accessible for walking around Prague.
  The amazing breakfasts, room flavoured water and small afternoon cake.
  The young friendly staff.
  My single room had less stairs up for access, but was smaller than the top floor single.
  
  What could be improved: The step in and out of the shower is very high, especially when wet. Perhaps a step would be of use as already have a towel rail to hold.

• Kubra from United Kingdom – 19 March 2025 (9/10)

  Everything was amazing!
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Ukmark from United Kingdom – 18 March 2025 (9/10)

  Stayed many times as it's very good. Great location and excellent late check out and breakfast. Very comfy beds. Great attention to detail. Overall excellent hotel choice and I will continue to book.
  
  What could be improved: Don't like the new door lock system. Single room is a bit small. Many steps. None of those things are a problem. Overall still excellent and will continue to book this hotel.

• Minmo from Japan – 16 March 2025 (9/10)

  The location is perfect, we can choose excellent breakfast from 8am to 4pm and its fresh juice made me my days.
  One of the staff, Victoria is friendly and helpful, although there's no lift she came to take care of me more than three times!
  I really appreciated all her help.
  My room named Onyx is lovely, small but clean and well furnished and I was greeted with a very tasty cheesecake and tea.
  It was announced that their hotel only had stairs so it wasn't a problem lol.
  
  What could be improved: The reception opens until 8pm.
  When I left my luggage after I checked out, one of the staff reminded me to come back by 7pm, as they need to close at 8pm.
  I don't think it make sense and it felt like somehow they didn't trust me at all.

• Natalya from Belarus – 9 March 2025 (9/10)

  All experience was excellent. The hotel cares about all details. The beds are very comfortable, the location is just perfect, breakfasts are fantastic, much better that standard breakfast in hotels, and of course very friendly staff. I will definitely come back 🙂

• Zhuyi from United Kingdom – 9 March 2025 (9/10)

  Fantastic location!

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