Hotel Melantrich Old Town

Hotel Melantrich Old Town Overview

You know what hit me first about Hotel Melantrich? The location is just ridiculous – and I mean that in the best way possible. You’re literally on Melantrichova Street, which honestly feels like you’re living inside a Prague postcard. I mean, you walk out the front door and you’re basically in the thick of Old Town Square madness, but somehow the hotel itself sits on this quieter stretch where you’re not getting trampled by tour groups at 7 AM.

The building has that whole historic Prague thing going on (it’s actually from the 14th century, which is wild), but inside it’s been updated enough that you’re not dealing with medieval plumbing or anything sketchy like that. The rooms are what you’d expect from a solid 3-star – clean, comfortable beds, decent bathrooms. Nothing fancy, but honestly, when you’re paying Old Town prices, you’re mostly paying for the location anyway. The staff actually knows their stuff too, which surprised me. They pointed me toward this little café on Kozí Street that I never would’ve found otherwise, and when I needed directions to the Jewish Quarter, the guy at the front desk drew me this perfect little map showing the back routes to avoid the crowds.

Here’s the thing about staying right in Old Town – it gets absolutely bonkers during peak season, but if you time it right (like early morning or after dinner), you’ve got these incredible cobblestone streets almost to yourself. From Melantrich, you can literally walk to the Astronomical Clock in about three minutes, but more importantly, you’re close to all those little streets that branch off where the real Prague happens. Týn Church is right there, and there’s this amazing traditional Czech restaurant called U Fleků that’s maybe a ten-minute walk through the most gorgeous part of the city. The 8.3 rating makes total sense to me – it’s not trying to be some luxury experience, but it delivers exactly what you want from a Prague stay. You’ll hear some street noise (it’s the city center, what do you expect?), and the elevators are a bit slow, but honestly? When you’re stumbling back from a night out in Wenceslas Square or coming home after wandering around Lesser Town all day, you’ll be grateful you don’t have to trek back to some hotel in the suburbs. Plus, if you’re into that whole “wake up and immediately be in the most beautiful part of Prague” thing, this place nails it.

Hotel Melantrich Old Town Accommodations

Reviews of Hotel Melantrich Old Town

• Great stay – Gabriela from United Kingdom – 15 July 2025 (8/10)

  Delicious breakfast with plenty of options, the staff was nice and helpful, and the hotel is comfortable and clean.
  
  The location is perfect (we have been to Prague many times and can attest). We were also amazed with how quiet the room was, with it being so central.
  
  Overall we had a great stay and will come back again! Thank you.
  
  What could be improved: Coming in the summer, the main difficulty was managing the heat, but not many places have been built for the current temperatures and the fan provided in the room did help a lot.

• Superb – Ottavia from United Kingdom – 14 June 2025 (9/10)

  The staff was extremely kind and welcoming. Bed was comfortable.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing.

• Well-located and a comfortable stay at the heart of the Old Town – Mary from Norway – 30 May 2025 (9/10)

  The hotel’s location is perfect and accessible at the old town. The staffs are nice and very accommodating.
  
  What could be improved: It doesn’t have elevator.

• An oasis of calm in the centre of Prague – Maria from United Kingdom – 26 May 2025 (9/10)

  The location is great: right in the middle of Stara Praha but the room was very quiet. The breakfast buffet was great, the bed huge and the staff super helpful.
  
  What could be improved: Everything was great.

• Enjoyable stay in a verygood location which was near to the Metro and many major sights. – Jean from United Kingdom – 25 May 2025 (8/10)

  Location was fantastic. The two make receptionists were friendly, helpful and very polite.
  
  What could be improved: Entrance – somewhat complicated with unlocking corridor doors after 7pm and no receptionist after 7pm. No lift and 72 septs from outer gate to our bedroom.

• Just back from a nice stay. We arrived very late and we were send detailed instructions that morning on how to enter the – Robert from United Kingdom – 18 May 2025 (8/10)

  Great staff, spotless hotel and rooms, easy to follow instructions for check in

• Nice experience – Zhiqiang from Hungary – 24 April 2025 (8/10)

  Very friendly staff and nice breakfast and location
  
  What could be improved: The bed is little old

• Overall, a great stay – Einat from Israel – 21 April 2025 (9/10)

  The hotel is right at the center of Prague, close to everything.
  Staff were super nice and friendly.
  Great hotel.
  
  What could be improved: There are several stairs to get to the reception, though the front desk helped me with my luggage.

• Fantastic location and hotel – Lindsay from United Kingdom – 24 March 2025 (9/10)

  We had a fantastic stay here. The hotel is very central in the old town and everywhere is easily walkable. The hotel was very welcoming and clean. The beds, room and breakfast were all great. We'd definitely stay here again.

• Superb – Katarina from Switzerland – 25 February 2025 (9/10)

  The location is great, excellent value for money, hearty breakfast was included in the price, very friendly staff.
  
  What could be improved: There was a bit of noise coming from a nearby club but it didn't really bother me as I was too tired and slept like a log 🙂

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