A short walk from Charles Bridge and Prague Castle, The Charles provides an airport shuttle, a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services. In addition to a bar and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Located in Prague City Center, a neighborhood in Prague, The Charles is near a metro station. Notable landmarks in the area include Charles Bridge and Prague Castle. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at epet ARENA or Municipal House Hall. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Prague travel guide
Josefská 1, Prague, 11800
What's nearby
Kampa Island
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Charles Bridge
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Prague Castle
9 min walk - 0.8 km
Old Town Square
14 min walk - 1.2 km
Lesser Town Square
1 min walk - 0.2 km
Getting around
Malostranské Náměstí Stop
1 min walk
Prague-Masarykovo Station
5 min drive
Vaclav Havel Airport (PRG)
38 min drive
Restaurants
Lokál U Bílé kuželky
2 min walk
U Glaubiců
2 min walk
Roesel
1 min walk
Pork’s
1 min walk
Starbucks
3 min walk
About this property
The Charles
Upscale hotel near Charles Bridge
Near Prague Castle and Old Town Square, The Charles provides an airport shuttle, a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a restaurant.
Other perks at this hotel include:
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out
An elevator, tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe
Multilingual staff, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Charles feature thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cribs/infant beds
Free toiletries and hair dryers
TVs with cable channels
Free tea bags/instant coffee, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transportation
No onsite parking available
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 50 km
Food and drink
Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CZK 400 for adults and CZK 400 for children
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Family friendly
In-room crib
Laundry facilities
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Guidebooks
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator (31 inch wide door)
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
More
1 building
4 floors
Reception hall
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Free crib
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Limited room service
Minibar
Tea bags/instant coffee
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Electrical adapters
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: CZK 850
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative PCR COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 13 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 24 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 13 and up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 30 days prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of CZK 600 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: CZK 50.00 per person, per night, up to 60 nights
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CZK 400 for adults and CZK 400 for children
Airport shuttle fee: CZK 850 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
Pet fee: CZK 600 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Late check-out fee: CZK 850 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
We should mention
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Is The Charles pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CZK 600 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at The Charles?
As of 19 Shaʻban 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Charles on 26 Shaʻban 2026 start from SAR 439, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at The Charles?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at The Charles?
Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for CZK 850 (subject to availability).
Does The Charles provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of CZK 850 per vehicle applies.
Where is The Charles located?
Located in Prague City Center, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Royal Route and Charles Bridge. Old Town Square and Prague Castle are also within 15 minutes. Malostranské Náměstí Stop is only a 2-minute walk and Hellichova Stop is 5 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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