The Golden Wheel - Prague

The room was way too hot even for mid december--thermostat didn't work, had to open the windows a crack to regulate temp. All was clean and wonderful otherwise, desk staff arranged our transportation to and from the bus and airport, everything was easy and the location is great walking distance to several sites of interest.

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We had a junior suite; very large for three people. It also included a good size patio which was a wonderful surprise and we made good use of it. All the facilities were new while the hotel is hundreds of years old and maintains the original details and charm. The location was perfect...easy walk to everything without being in the heart of Old Town. […] Note; lots of stairs to climb in the hotel... and long, steep hill to get to it. Read more

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We love staying at the Golden Wheel! We visited Prague 5 years ago for our honeymoon and chose The Golden Wheel for our hotel. We will stay at The Golden Wheel every 5 years!!! The staff is amazing and will answer any questions you may have about your room, the neighborhood or Prague in general.

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Couldn't have picked a better place to stay in Prague. Located a 10 min walk from metro station, just down the hill (5 min) from Prague Castle. Staff was very efficient. Room was good sized as was bathroom. View from street window was great. Very little street noise. Breakfast was excellent. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!!

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Two friends chose this hotel because it had twin/king sized beds rather than Queen sized beds. The rooms were spotless every day. The best thing about the Hotel was the crew at the desk and the breakfast waiters. The desk people did everything possible to make me feel like I was the only person they were taking care of that day. I was there for 2 weeks […] and they always talked to me about where I was going that day and at the end of the day asked me how my day was. They always knew my room number and were very helpful whenever I needed information. Their English was very good. Breakfast was Excellent, not just a roll and coffee, but eggs (any way), sausage, fruits and veggies, juices, breads, yogurts, meats (cooked the way I liked it), etc. If I were to go back, this would be the place to stay!!!! Read more

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Everyone at the Golden Wheel was fantastic at making our stay enjoyable. The only drawback was the lack of air conditioning, since we visited when the weather was starting to get a bit warm. The staff provided a fan, which helped a lot in terms of temperature, but the street was a bit noisy, with random revelers making noise even late into the night […] from time to time. I realize that this is "just the way it is" for locals, and if we had visited in the spring or fall, it probably wouldn't have been an issue in the least. We would have no qualms about booking a room at the Golden Wheel in the future, if we manage to plan our travel at a cooler time. Read more

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Great location, near the castle, short walk to Charles Bridge / Old town. Great staff. Helped w/ activities, directions, restaurant options. Great room. Beautiful. Absolutely everything positive.

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Very comfortable and beautiful hotel in great location to historical areas. Staff was excellent!

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Delightful hotel in a delightful area. Superb staff, nice breakfast, clean and quiet rooms.

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For our first time in Prague, we could not have been happier when staying at the Golden Wheel. The location is superb! The staff went above and beyond in helping us with our transportation issues. Suggestions were really great. We would stay there again without hesitation! It made us love Prague all the more!

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This is an excellent hotel in a great location. It's smoke free and very comfortable. The staff spoke English and treated us extremely well. We'll be back.

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Overall great experience at the Golden Wheel. The place only has 17 rooms, but each one is individually unique. The staff is very friendly and speaks good English. Breakfast was ok- the typical European breakfast of cold cut meats, eggs, toast and warm juices. There was no air conditioning in our room, but according to their website it says, "also […] with air conditioning" so maybe other rooms have it. It wasn't too hot in the room, considering we were there on the hottest day of the year, so it didn't effect us too much. I would recommend the hotel. Just ask for a A/C room if you are going in summer. Read more

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The Golden Wheel is a wonderful choice for exploring Prague's main attractions. It is well-integrated into the Mala Strana area, near St Nicholas and The Charles Bridge. It is also very close to Prague Castle and St. Vitus Cathedral. If you plan to walk to major sights, you could not do better. Tram and metro are also relatively close. Only one drawback--you […] have to walk up a steep hill to get to it each day when you return from peregrinations. iwould return in a heartbeat, nonetheless. Read more

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Stayed at this hotel for 5 nights last month. The hotel is charming and full of character. Room size was adequate and the location is only a block away from Charles Bridge and the old town. Pros: Nice building, beautifully decorated rooms/public areas, excellent breakfast, fresh strong coffee, friendly and extremely efficient staff, good location, comfortable […] bed, ultra clean bathroom, free wifi and one public pc. Staff goes beyond their duty to please their guests; we had a small problem upon check-in and the reception staff and a manager did all they possibly could to correct the situation, very impressive. Cons: not the hotel's fault, but the area surrounding the hotel goes to sleep after 9 pm. You can't get a sandwich or a snack unless you cross the bridge over to the old town, or go to McDonald's, which is just around the corner. We still recommend the hotel, just bring a snack before you head back. There's a mini bar in the room which we used to store our groceries. There's an electric kettle and tea in room, but there's a charge if you make coffee (coffee is placed inside the fridge as mini bar items). We took to-go packets and those came in handy. Europe is expensive, a cup of coffee could set you back $3-5. There's no iron/ironing board in the room, there's one or two to borrow, so plan accordingly. Tips: Bring comfortable shoes (Prague cobblestone streets are like no other), check currency exchange rates often and if there's a commission, we learned it the hard way. Read more

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We had a wonderful time at the Golden Wheel. The staff were friendly, helpful and relaxed. The hotel is charming, clean, breakfast was lovely. It was nice to be on the castle side of Prague -- quiet and less hectic than the center of the city and very beautiful.

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The Golden Wheel is an excellent family owned hotel in great location. We would reinforce the previous reviews and positive comments about great service and terrific location. Like others, we would note that if you are on the streetside you may need to close the windows (and there are two sets... so you will have peace and quiet) on occasion if the […] neighbors in the next building are a little too loud. Although not a busy location at night, sound echoes loudly in this historic part of Prague... stone houses and cobblestone streets!. Generally, nearby restaurants are good but if you do your research there are exceptional places in this city. If the weather is nice, we recommend you walk up the hill, bearing to your left toward the top... There you will find the Bella Vista restaurant... the view from the outdoor patio is arguably the best in Prague, the food good and the desserts...excellent. Need something quick? Across the street from hotel is a small store if you need fruit, a snack or bottled water. Leaving Prague from the train station? Ask the front desk to order a car/taxi for you, the fixed rate is good and the driver will get you there on time. Nice service when you know Prague taxis have a reputation for overcharging. Finally, the free WiFi is a nice perk... So often in Europe (and major US hotels) you pay a significant extra charge... so, free reliable WiFi is really nice. Enjoy Prague... A great small hotel like the Golden Wheel makes all the difference. Read more

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Lovely little hotel in a great neighbourhood. Old Unesco building which has been renovated, but because of Unesco you have two elevators, multi-levels and awkward navigating to rooms, so not for the elderly..... Rooms were fine, clean and the staff hospitable. George and Lucie, the front desk staff were terrific, they did everything in their power to […] take care of our extracurricular activities request, had great recommendations and made for a very pleasant stay. Read more

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The location couldn't be better--about a 10 minute walk to the castle and not much further from the Strahov monastery, Laredo, Schwartenberg and Sternberg palaces, Charles Bridge, and other sites most visitors will want to see. Good, though touristique, restaurants down the street. Very nice, spacious room, attractive decor, renovated bathroom. If you're […] sensitive to noise, you might want to request a room at the back of the hotel, as there's a lot of street noise early and late on Nerudova. Staff was great, friendly and helpful. Read more

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We stayed at the Golden Wheel for 4 nights. Had an excellent room facing the street. I can't say enough about the friendly hotel staff. They were always helpful in letting us know where to eat, how the public transportation worked, etc. I would definitely stay here again. Prague is an amazing city and the people that live and work there are truly some […] of the friendliest I have ever encountered. Thanks for making our stay truly enjoyable, Read more

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The hotel has 17 rooms, all larger than Europe's standard. Very clean & quiet rooms. Beds very comfortable. Front desk extremely nice & helpful. Very good breakfast. Best location if you don't mind walking uphill for less than 10 min., close to Prague castle and Charles bridge (10 min. walking). At night, very quiet street. Try to go away from tourist […] area & you'll get great food for half the price. Beer, Coke and water is about the same price, so drink beer. Tram is a good way to see the town. Currency exchange is tricky, they all say 0% commission but give you a lower rate. If you want to exchange cash, there is a place near "Old Town Square" called "eXchange", their rate is better than all. The ATM machines are everywhere, you can withdraw cash easily, the only thing is that the bank, even though it will give you a better rate, charges you commission as well as "Non Bank ATM fee" which then works out the worst. Prague is a very safe city even after dark. The pickpocket situation is not worse than any other place. I felt a lot safer in Prague than Los Angeles or any big U.S. city for that matter. For airport / hotel transfer, I used Prague Airport Shuttle, very professional and on-time, English speaking, run by expats. Read more

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Found this hotel on TripAdvisor and booked because of the great Expedia price. Hotel was exactly as promised. Located about halfway up the hill to the Prague castle it is minutes from everything, with a lot of character and charm. I would definitely book it again.

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I was really satisfied with the hotel, the staff was helpful, the location is great, I was given a room with a great view of Prague castle; there are plenty of restaurants nearby and the the neighborhood is pretty calm at night and still it is pretty close to some of the main attractions in the city. I definetely recommend this hotel and I would stay […] there again. Read more

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Prague was in kaos as half a meter of snow fell and roads, airports were in turmoil.. NOT so for the Golden Wheel.. They were calm and organised and very welcoming. My wife and I enjoyed our stay tremendously in this restaurant and cafe rich area. Few hundred mts from the Charles bridge and only a taxi ride away from everything if walking is not your […] thing. Great Staff, Better Rooms although the Wireless internet is patchy as the walls are 300mm thick and this blocks the signal somewhat if you are on the 3rd floor. Rooms are big and modern with high ceilings and blended with old world charm. Bathrooms are super modern with floor heaters, hot hot water, and modern conveniences. I would use again, A ++ plus. lewis carr Read more

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My wife and I have travelled several times to different parts of Europe and the Golden wheel was one of the largest rooms we have ever had. We found the hotel beautiful with all new modern amenities yet in an old world building. The rooms were very clean, the hotel staff very nice, and very-very helpful. The breakfast had a full variety of different […] hot and cold meals. The hotel is located near the Palace but it does mean you need to walk down about 1/4 mile to the Charles bridge and even farther to Old Town. If we make it back to Prague, we will definitely stay at the Golden Wheel and recommend others to. Read more

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The hotel is conveniently located below the historic castle. The staff is friendly and the rooms are very nice and clean. Even though they were not yet ready when we arrived, we were allowed to move in. Beds are comfortable (also the 3rd bed which was put into the room). Breakfast is tasty as well (again servers were very friendly). The hotel staff […] was helpful in arranging for dinner or transportation. We can recommend this hotel. Read more

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An excellent Hotel, right below the castle and cathedral, and only a few minutes walk from the Charles Bridge and old town. The Staff was friendly and helpful. The room was large, modern and clean on a quaint street. Breakfast was alway great, and they opened 30 minutes early for us on the day we were leaving. Look forward to staying there again. Walk […] up the hill, right turn from the hotel, after dark for an excellent view of Prague, old town and the bridge. Read more

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My husband and I spent 5 nights at the Golden Wheel and absolutely loved it! The location is great, the hotel is adorable and the staff was very helpful. I would recommend it to anyone. We loved how they mixed a very old building with modern, stylish decor. Bed was comfortable. Bathroom was spacious. We had a great view of the quaint street below and […] took some fantastic pictures of the town from our window. Breakfast was fine- typical continental breakfast type stuff. 5 minute walk to Prague Castle. The hotel is up a hill from the main part of town, but we enjoyed the 10 minute walk to Charles Bridge area. The staff helped us book tickets to a soccer match as well as a Sting concert. We had a blast. Read more

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Great hotel in a great location. The hotel is on the "right" side of the river and just far enough from the center to give you a pleasant break from the crowds. The hotel is a short walk (up hill) from Charles bridge. It's nicely appointed. Rooms and bathroom are clean and well kept. Staff knows english and is helpful. Also, if you're catching a flight […] out in the morning, the airport is on this side of the river and thus you avoid some of the traffic. We'd recommend it! Read more

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Walking distance to Prague Castle and lots of other important things, this renovated townhouse is great. Hot breakfast in their charming little restaurant, gorgeous bathrooms, rooftop desk, helpful service - is is all great.

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We had a great stay in Prague. The location was excellent in between the old town and the palace hill, the hotel was half way up that hill. The staff were very helpful even when we had a mini crisis the last day we missed our flight due to tram road works that weren't marked on the "official" route map. We had to stay an extra day which they obliged […] and had no other consequence than re-purchase of flight tickets. Breakfast was a good buffet. We spent a busy week in summer in a great room with a street view (102), the room got a little hot which seem to coming from the hot water plumbing in the bathroom floor. This was easily remedied by keeping the bathroom door closed. I would definitely recommend this hotel, it was great value. Google maps for some reason located it on the wrong side of the Charles bridge, I think as there may have been a name clash. Read more

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We were allowed to check into one of our 2 rooms early. Breakfast buffett was very good. Helpful desk when we would ask about things. Took the time for us.

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The stay was comfortable. I would recommend the hotel for anybody who is staying in Prague and wants to be close to the main attractions, yet away from the noisy night life of Stare Mesto. One caution for fellow travelers: Be careful with the hot water. It is extremely hot and you can get scolded.

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The hotel is very nice and in a very convenient location near to everything that you want to see in Prague yet not in a nosiy area. The service is very good and the help desk people were very helpful and nice. The only drawback is that apparently only a few of the rooms have air conditioning and if the weather is hot that could be a discomfort.

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This is a beautifully located small hotel set in a historic section of town just at the foot of the castle. We never truly adjusted to the time change but it was great to roll out of bed at 5 am and walk the streets of Prague for a few hours before the crowds and then return hungry for the hotel's excellent breakfast buffet...including yummy pastries. […] The room and bath were spacious, impeccably clean and a fine mix of historic detail and contemporary comforts. We particularly appreciated the free WiFi plus a public computer desk in a shared 'parlor' off the hall just outside our room. Our only issue was with the heat since we were visiting during a warm summer spell and the room was not air-conditioned...as is true in most historic buildings. However, the staff was very obliging and gave us a fan, which, along with opening the large windows, made a big difference. Everyone on the staff was friendly and extremely helpful. A great value as well...particularly given the last minute rate cut we found on Expedia! Read more

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Very well kept, helpful and friendly staff, excellent rooms, easy access wifi. Location is great, not too close, not to far away from heavily touristed places. The rate - through Expedia - was very convenient.

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I cannot say enough about The Golden Wheel. First, when we arrived we were greeted by a friendly staff member with impeccable English. He was incredibly helpful getting us pointed in the right direction with our sight seeing, making a restaurant selection for dinner, and helping us negotiate public transporation to get back to the train station. The […] hotel was centrally located and we were able to walk to the major sites we were interested in seeing. The room itself was spacious and very clean and the complimentary breakfast was tasty and satisfying. All in all, I highly recommend this hotel and we will stay there again if we have occasion to again visit Prague. Read more

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Location is perfect and service excellent. Will recommend to all our friends.

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Excellent Hotel, staff all very friendly, good atmosphere, very clean.....nice place to stay and I would use again.

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Don't have enough good things to say about the hotel and its staff!!! Beautiful building and top location. Excellent arranged service to train station at a reduced rate. ONLY issue is that there isn't AC or a fan in the rooms. We were there during a heat wave and roasted at night. Any other time of year and we would have given it 5 stars!

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We were made to feel very welcome,by a charming and attentive staff. The hotel was very well appointed with a tasteful mix of the antique and the modern. The beds were very comfortable and the bathroom was excellent. The room we had did not have air-conditioning, but we had an efficient fan that enabled us to survive comfortably at a time that saw daytime […] temperatures rise to 38 degrees C! The hotel is situated on the main street up to the castle.. We were in a front room and there was some noise from tourists walking up,and down, but little traffic noise. The street quietened down considerably at night. We found the hotel 'At the Golden Wheel' to be a civilised and very enjoyable experience.. Read more

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Recentlt stay at golden wheel and were not disappointed. Bedsrooms were large, comfortable and well maintained. Reception staff were particulalry helpful (able to show us how to use local tram system). Breakfast was fine. Local area close to castle was lovely and although on the main road the hotel was quiet at night. Pletny of local bars and restaurnats […] and only a few mins walk to Charles Bridge. For the price - I rate this hotel highly and am grateful that I didnt pay more to stay elsewhere. This was very good value. Read more

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This hotel has a great breakfast and great location, away from the droves of tourists around the Charles Bridge area, but still close enough to the popular sites. It's incredibly close to Prague Castle, about a 10 minute walk and St. Nicholas Church. We were able to walk easily to Charles Bridge, the Rudolfinum and many other places in the Old Town. The […] staff are very friendly and we would recommend booking the hotel's pre-paid taxi service instead of flagging a taxi at the airport. Read more

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we were in this hotel twice. it was great!

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Nice experience. Breakfast was poor. Long uphill walk from the tram stop. Staff were very friendly - they also did not mind the late night visitor we had arranged and sent her up to our room without any problems.

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Hôtel The Golden Wheel proche du château et de la vieille ville avec du personnel très accueillant

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Every thing was perfect! The staff were really friendly, the hotel is in a excellent location between the Charles Bridge and the castle! Good breakfast! Love everything!

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