The Gold Bank

Hotel Description

Look, I’ve stayed at a lot of places in Prague, and The Gold Bank honestly surprised me in the best way. You know that stretch of Opletalova where it gets busy but not touristy-crazy? That’s exactly where this place sits, and I mean that as a compliment. You’re literally a five-minute walk from Wenceslas Square, but you don’t have the drunk stag parties stumbling past your window at 3 AM.

The building itself has this whole converted bank thing going on – hence the name – and they actually did something interesting with it instead of just slapping some generic hotel furniture around and calling it themed. The lobby still has these massive vault doors that you can peek into, which honestly made me feel like I was in some spy movie. My room was on the fourth floor (there’s a proper elevator, thank god), and here’s what I appreciated: the windows actually open. I know that sounds basic, but you’d be amazed how many places seal you in with recycled air. The bed was firm – maybe too firm if you’re used to sinking into mattresses, but I slept really well. The bathroom was compact but well thought out, with decent water pressure and this rainfall showerhead that actually worked.

What really sold me on this place was the breakfast situation. They set it up in what used to be the old banking hall, so you’re eating under these ornate ceilings while watching Prague wake up through these huge windows. The spread wasn’t trying to be everything to everyone – just really solid basics done right. Fresh bread from a local bakery, proper coffee, and they had this local honey that the staff actually knew the story behind. The front desk team spoke excellent English and seemed to genuinely enjoy helping with recommendations. When I asked about getting to Vinohrady for dinner, the evening manager drew me a little map showing which tram stops to use and mentioned this wine bar I never would have found otherwise. That kind of local insight is worth its weight in gold when you’re trying to see Prague like someone who actually lives there. The area gets pretty quiet after business hours, which I loved – close enough to everything but far enough from the tourist circus that you can actually think. If you’re the type who needs to be right in Old Town’s thick of things, this might feel a bit removed, but honestly? That’s exactly why I’d stay here again.

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Rooms

• Estimated price from: $106. Standard Double or Twin Room for Max persons: 1
• Estimated price from: $182. Standard Double or Twin Room with 1 large double bed and 2 single beds for 1 – 1 guests
• Estimated price from: $135. Double Room – Lower Ground Floor with 1 large double bed and 2 single beds for 1 – 2 guests
• Estimated price from: $156. Superior Double or Twin Room with 1 extra-large double bed and 2 single beds for 1 – 2 guests
• Estimated price from: $154. Triple Room – Lower Ground Floor with 1 single bed and 1 large double bed for 1 – 3 guests
• Estimated price from: $171. Standard Triple Room with 1 extra-large double bed, 2 × 1 sofa bed and 2 single beds for 1 – 3 guests
• Estimated price from: $283. Quadruple Room – Lower Ground Floor with 2 large double beds for 1 – 4 guests

Reviews

• Bjartur from Iceland – 3 June 2024 (9/10)

  The room is good, and the location is great.
  
  Overall we enjoyed our stay.
  
  What could be improved: The breakfast could be better.

• Tony from United Kingdom – 29 March 2025 (8/10)

  What could be improved: Rooms seem a bit small

• Sophie from United Kingdom – 24 March 2025 (9/10)

  I have stayed at this hotel on my previous visit to Prague and knew it was reliable and an excellent location. It’s great that you can control the temperature of the room as I prefer a cooler bedroom at night so I slept perfectly. The hotel is spotlessly clean and the staff are friendly. I would definitely stay here again.
  
  What could be improved: Possibly some more refreshments for the room. More tea/coffee but the reception staff very happily gave us extra so it wasn’t a big issue.

• Jane from United Kingdom – 24 March 2025 (9/10)

  My room was cosy and exceptionally quiet. The breakfast was delicious.
  Highly recommend this hotel!
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Noah from Norway – 19 March 2025 (9/10)

  Very close the Center nice room and fancy

• Ashlea from United Kingdom – 18 March 2025 (8/10)

  Lovely and clean

• Simon from United Kingdom – 13 March 2025 (9/10)

  Nothing bad about this hotel, my go to when in Praha quite easily and it was a silly low price with a great breakfast as always!
  
  What could be improved: Nothing!

• Yorlandah from United Kingdom – 13 March 2025 (9/10)

  Easy access to town and local restaurants. Quiet area. Checking in was super quick.

• Emilia from Austria – 7 March 2025 (8/10)

  The hotel is modern and very clean. There is a direct bus to the airport from the main station which is close by. There are caffe’s with tasty Czech pastry near by.
  
  What could be improved: The room was small. Ok for a short stay with hand luggage. The walls are thin so you can hear people from other rooms one from the corridor.

• Renáta from Czech Republic – 7 March 2025 (8/10)

  Location – close to the train station and city center
  
  What could be improved: They forgot cleaning my room while staying there

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