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Where to stay in Prague

Prague's historic centre is compact and walkable, split by the Vltava River. Stay in the Old Town for the Astronomical Clock, Charles Bridge and Gothic lanes; in Malá Strana below the castle for baroque streets and quiet evenings; in the New Town around Wenceslas Square for transport and value; in Vinohrady for leafy streets, cafés and local life; or in Karlín for a modern, foodie neighbourhood with good-value hotels. The centre is very busy in summer and during the Christmas markets; spring and early autumn are ideal.

5 neighbourhoods compared · Typical mid-range hotel ~$165/night · Prices updated Oct 2026

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Typical price per night

  • Old Town

    ~$200/night · 5 min to centre

    Best for First visit, Upscale, Nightlife

    Food
    4/5
    Nightlife
    4/5
    Transport
    4/5
    Quiet
    2/5
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  • Malá Strana

    ~$210/night · 15 min to centre

    Best for Upscale, First visit

    Food
    4/5
    Nightlife
    2/5
    Transport
    3/5
    Quiet
    4/5
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  • New Town

    ~$150/night · 10 min to centre

    Best for Budget, Business, First visit

    Food
    4/5
    Nightlife
    4/5
    Transport
    5/5
    Quiet
    2/5
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  • Vinohrady

    ~$130/night · 15 min to centre

    Best for Budget, Families

    Food
    4/5
    Nightlife
    3/5
    Transport
    4/5
    Quiet
    4/5
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  • Karlín

    ~$130/night · 15 min to centre

    Best for Budget, Business

    Food
    5/5
    Nightlife
    3/5
    Transport
    4/5
    Quiet
    4/5
    View Karlín →

Typical mid-range double room per night, not live prices · Updated Oct 2026 · How we rate areas

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Typical hotel prices in Prague

A typical mid-range double costs about $165 a night across the areas we cover. Budget hotels start around $90; luxury hotels average $365.

Malá Strana, Old Town cost the most. Vinohrady, Karlín are the cheapest, around $80 a night less than Malá Strana.

These are typical rates outside peak events, not live prices. Updated Oct 2026.

AreaBudgetMid-rangeLuxury
Vinohrady~$70~$130~$235
Karlín~$70~$130~$210
New Town~$80~$150~$330
Old Town~$105~$200~$525
Malá Strana~$115~$210~$525

Prague FAQs

What is the best area to stay in Prague for first-time visitors?

Old Town, followed by Malá Strana, New Town. Prague's medieval heart, around Old Town Square and the Astronomical Clock, with the Jewish Quarter, winding lanes and Charles Bridge on its edge.

How much does a hotel in Prague cost per night?

Across the areas we cover, a typical mid-range double costs about $165 a night, from around $90 for budget hotels to $365 for luxury. Vinohrady (~$130) is the cheapest area and Malá Strana (~$210) the most expensive. These are typical rates, not live prices.

Where should I stay in Prague on a budget?

New Town, followed by Vinohrady, Karlín.

Which Prague neighbourhood is best for nightlife?

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Where is the best area to stay in Prague with kids?

Vinohrady.

Which area is quickest to reach from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)?

New Town: about 35 minutes (Airport Express bus to the main station, or bus 119 and Metro A to Můstek). Malá Strana is next at about 40 minutes.