The Bookhouse, 5-bedroom residence by Prague Castle

The Bookhouse, 5-bedroom residence by Prague Castle Overview

So I stumbled across The Bookhouse completely by accident while wandering around Pohořelec, and honestly? Best happy accident I’ve had in Prague. This isn’t your typical hotel – it’s actually a gorgeous 5-bedroom residence that feels more like you’re staying at your impossibly cool friend’s place, assuming your friend happens to live in a converted historic building literally steps from Prague Castle.

The location is what really gets you though. I mean, you’re on Pohořelec square, which most tourists rush through on their way to the castle without realizing they’re missing this little pocket of old Prague magic. The building itself has that weathered elegance thing going on – you know, where the stones look like they’ve got stories but everything inside is surprisingly modern and comfortable. What struck me most was how quiet it gets at night, especially considering you’re basically in the shadow of one of Europe’s most visited landmarks. The castle crowds thin out after sunset, and suddenly you’ve got this almost medieval stillness broken only by the occasional tram rumbling down the hill toward Malá Strana.

The space itself is thoughtfully done – five bedrooms means it’s perfect for families or groups who actually want to hang out together instead of hiding in separate hotel rooms. The kitchen is properly equipped (not just a mini-fridge and coffee maker situation), which turned out to be clutch since there’s a great little market just down Loretánská where you can grab fresh bread and local cheese. I loved that they didn’t go overboard with the “Prague castle theme” decorating – it’s tasteful and understated, letting the incredible views do the talking. And those views… well, you’ll spend way too much time on your phone trying to capture them, trust me. The staff clearly knows their stuff too – they gave us insider tips about which castle entrance to use (the one most people miss) and when to hit the gardens for the best light. Parking can be a bit tricky in this part of Hradčany, but they sorted that out without any drama.

Here’s the thing about staying here – you’re not just close to Prague Castle, you’re living in its neighborhood. You’ll walk the same cobblestone paths that locals use as shortcuts, you’ll hear the castle bells marking the hours, and you’ll understand why this area feels so different from the bustle down in Old Town. The 9.1 rating makes total sense once you’re there; it’s that rare place that manages to be both incredibly convenient and genuinely atmospheric. Fair warning though – once you’ve experienced Prague from this angle, staying anywhere else in the city is going to feel like settling.

Visitors often choose Prague apartments over traditional hotels because they provide more space, kitchen facilities, and the opportunity to live like a local in this magnificent Bohemian capital.

The Bookhouse, 5-bedroom residence by Prague Castle Accommodations

Reviews of The Bookhouse, 5-bedroom residence by Prague Castle

• Adrian from Poland – 5 August 2024 (9/10)

  location, comfort, space for a large group of people. in my case 12 adults and 2 children and there were still a few free beds and space. Fully equipped kitchen and WiFi. 40m till city tram stop. Really good place!
  
  What could be improved: Sauna! Max 60’C is not enough 😉

• Zsolt from Hungary – 17 March 2025 (9/10)

  Everything OK!

• Nevena from Germany – 6 January 2025 (9/10)

  Great location and nice support from the host. We were a group of 12 and it was all as expected.

• Ferenc from Hungary – 14 October 2024 (9/10)

  The location of the house was excellent. the tram stopped right in front of the house, and everything was easy to get to. The main sights were in walk distance. The house was clean and well equipped, and even better than expected, I'd recommend it to everyone. The host was really flexible, and helpful.

• Aimee from United Kingdom – 26 February 2024 (9/10)

  The apartment is very nice, clean, well equipped, beautiful, near the tram station, near shops, very homely and with a sauna. The owner communicates well with us. Kitchen is well equipped with, fridge, cooker, coffee maker, microwave and dishwasher. Complete with plates and cutleries. You can cook your breakfast and reheat your food in the microwave at night. The apartment provides the towels, toiletries and beddings. The apartment is very near the tram station
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Ming from Hong Kong – 18 November 2024 (9/10)

  Cleanliness in bed rooms and dinning room. Laundry machine and dish washer with powder. Coffee machine with coffee bean. Clean and good kitchen utensil and dishware. Location close to tram stop and a grocery shop with food and drinks. Quiet in night for sleep.
  
  What could be improved: Narrow staircase to top floor is not friendly for elder people. Easily get wet around bathtub on ground floor after shower (install a shower curtain can improve). Shower compartment door can't close properly.

• Heesang from South Korea – 14 July 2024 (5/10)

  Location is good
  
  What could be improved: No AC

• Doreen from Germany – 19 February 2025 (9/10)

  Perfekte Lage, wir konnten alles zu Fuß erreichen.
  Die Ferienwohnung war groß, alles vorhanden und die Sauna noch ein Zusatzpunkt.

• Carmen from Spain – 31 December 2024 (9/10)

  El apartamento en general y el lugar que se encuentra.

• Bab1637 from Switzerland – 30 December 2024 (9/10)

  Le confort, l’agencement et la décoration
  
  What could be improved: Rien

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