Union Hotel Prague

Union Hotel Prague Overview

Honestly, I wasn’t expecting much when I first rolled up to the Union Hotel Prague on Ostrcilovo namesti – I mean, it’s tucked away in this quiet square in Smichov that most tourists probably can’t even pronounce. But you know what? Sometimes the best finds are the ones hiding in plain sight.

The thing about this place is that it actually feels like Prague, not some sanitized version of it. You’re staying in a real neighborhood where locals grab their morning coffee and kids walk to school, which is refreshing after seeing so many cookie-cutter hotels in the city center. The building itself has that solid, no-nonsense Central European vibe – thick walls that keep things surprisingly quiet even though you’re just a quick tram ride from all the tourist madness. Speaking of which, the tram stop is literally right there, and honestly, I found myself preferring the 12-minute ride into Old Town over fighting through the crowds staying right in the thick of things. Plus, you’ll save a decent chunk of change compared to those overpriced places near the castle.

What really won me over was how the staff seemed to actually care about getting things right. Check-in was smooth (they speak solid English, thank god), and when I mentioned I was heading to a concert at Palac Akropolis, the front desk guy didn’t just nod politely – he pulled out a map and showed me the best walking route through Vinohrady. These are the kind of touches that make a 4-star rating feel genuine rather than just something they slapped on the building. The rooms are comfortable without trying too hard – clean lines, decent bathroom pressure, and windows that actually open, which is rarer than you’d think. I mean, it’s not going to blow your mind with luxury, but everything works the way it should, and sometimes that’s exactly what you want after a long day of walking on cobblestones. The neighborhood gets pretty quiet after 9 PM, so if you’re looking to party until dawn, you might feel a bit isolated, but for me, being able to sleep without earplugs was worth its weight in Czech beer. And speaking of beer – there’s this little pub called U Fleku about ten minutes away that serves some of the best dark lager I’ve ever had, and I’m pretty sure no guidebook mentions it.

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Reviews of Union Hotel Prague

• Marvin from Albania – 30 November 2024 (8/10)

  One of the best hotels for the price.
  Everything was in excellent condition.
  The location was very panoramic and the staff very helpful and kind
  
  What could be improved: Nothing.

• Dr from United Kingdom – 1 April 2025 (8/10)

  Excellent location, 24 hours front desk, parking close by, rooms are very clean and comfortable and so is the washroom. Nespresso coffee machines in the rooms.

• Lisa from United Kingdom – 31 March 2025 (9/10)

  My stay at union was very pleasant. The hotel was clean and tidy. I was very impressed by daily change of towels and tidying of my room, the staff went out of their way to ensure a comfortable room. I was attending a conference at a different hotel and it was close by but a lot of steps to hike up

• Anant from United Kingdom – 23 March 2025 (7/10)

  Good location, good rooms, friendly staff
  
  What could be improved: Locks would sometimes malfunction

• Atanaska from Bulgaria – 23 March 2025 (9/10)

  Good for the price i guess . Clean room, coffee machine is plus. I like that the sockets is next to the bed.
  
  What could be improved: i can confirm the smell of food, no shower gel. Coffee machine in the room was just left on the desk without socket for it so i have to move it. Also the coffee machine container for the water was dirty so i had to wash it. Carpet not great. I did not need air con, but also didn't notice the remote for it.

• Jens from Austria – 22 March 2025 (9/10)

  The location, right next to Vysehrad Fortress, is very beautiful. The hotel has a lot of vintage charm. Beautiful rooms and bathrooms.
  
  What could be improved: The windows don't seal out city noise very well. Since a train line is next to the hotel, it can be quite noisy at times.

• Jim from Australia – 9 March 2025 (9/10)

  Close to public transport
  
  What could be improved: I didn’t dislike anything.

• Vasemertz from Greece – 7 March 2025 (9/10)

  The location the quiet area the room the stage foe a tram
  
  What could be improved: Noise outside from train

• Gaynor from United Kingdom – 27 February 2025 (8/10)

  It’s location by the university, and low cost . Recently modernised room.
  
  What could be improved: Stairs did not have a light.

• Jan from Czech Republic – 17 February 2025 (9/10)

  Tram stop right in front of the hotel. Very good connections to the city centre. Cozy rooms, nice stuff.
  
  What could be improved: Not that easy to find a parking spot. We were lucky that one car was just leaving but it was the only close to the entrance at that moment.

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