Prague, CzechiaNew Town
Century Old Town Prague MGallery Hotel Collection
Neo-Baroque literary landmark
New Town Prague, Czechia
Renovated
2017
Price
$$
Rated for
Heritage Design LocalOutside the door
The house
AccorNeo-Baroque literary landmark
Franz Kafka spent fourteen years working in this former insurance institute, which keeps its 1895 Neo-Baroque staircase and quiet literary nods.
What it’s good at
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Franz Kafka's spirit can be felt throughout this appealing business hotel, which was formerly the Workmen’s Accident Insurance Institute HQ – Kafka's place of work from 1908 to 1922.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Republic Square is steps away along Na Poříčí, and the historic Powder Tower is a short walk down the street.
The rooms
Bedrooms are compact and contemporary, with shower-only bathrooms and geometric accents drawn from Czech Cubism.
The gym
Cardio machines and free weights fill the basement fitness room, set beneath arched ceilings of whitewashed brick.
Kafka Restaurant
The restaurant serves Czech specialties and international dishes between a Neo-Baroque salon and a glass-canopied courtyard veranda.
Kafka Bar
The bar serves cocktails like the Flying Bicycle across an illuminated fluted counter on the ground floor.
At the table
A central induction cooking island and juice station set out the morning buffet, opening directly into the dining room.
How it began
Bohemia's Workers' Accident Insurance Institute opened here in 1895, and Kafka's original office is now preserved as a hotel suite.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.