Hotel Savoy - Prague, Czech Republic     

We have just returned from a four night stay at The Savoy over New Year and we had a fantastic time. As you would expect, since The Savoy is a member of "Leading Small Hotels of The World", the service was excellent. The staff were all helpful and friendly and I would add that we received good service in Prague in general - I was expecting a less than friendly response because of some of the comments I've read on TA but our experience was a positive one. The Savoy was immaculately clean. Our room (602) was quite large, comfortable and warm and the bathroom was spacious and well equipped. Slippers and bathrobes were provided. There was champagne, fruit and an in our room on arrival, a fridge (stocked with a couple of beers, small bottles of wine and soft drinks - these were complimentary and were replaced daily. There's a TV, DVD player and four phones (why?!). The one thing missing was a kettle - this girl finds it hard to function without a coffee in the mornings. However, you could have breakfast in your room at no extra charge. The buffet breakfasts were very good - lots of choice and there were also freshly prepared dishes if you wanted. We did have the welcome menu on the first night and that was excellent. Also, we went to the New Year's Eve Gala DInner as it was included in our rate and that was impressive - loads of canapes, oysters and sparking wine. I was full before I started on the six course dinner and then there was a buffet after midnight! We did have a few drinks in the bar sometimes on other nights but it's obviously cheaper to eat and drink outside of the hotel. We liked the location of The Savoy - up near the castle. It was much nicer than the area around Wenceslas Square, which was a bit "seedy" really but interesting nonetheless. The 22 and 23 trams stop right outside the hotel and that's a useful route to be on. We used the hotel's car to collect us from and drop us back at the airport - about £20 each way and well worth it. Overall, we thought The Savoy was really good value and we would recommend it.

Where do I start? Having travelled to Prague on previous occassions - my Mother and I were looking to celebrate her Retirement in style, and style is exactly what we got! :) The booking was made via a website, that offered sustancial reductions to that of the hotel. I contacted the concierge to arrange a Mercedes Airport Transfer from the airport - which was 790 czk, and worth ever penny! Sheer class and comfort direct to the hotel - that is located in the Hradcany District. Please note that the hotel is about a 10 minute walk to the Castle Distict - and quite a steep walk from Charles Bridge back to the hotel. Tram Number 22 stops directly outside the hotel, and runs frequently. However, you are able to ask the concierge to book you a local taxi that are much cheaper than the hotel cars. (Ask for AAA Cars or something similar) Now on to our room - which was 803 and offered superb space, and a seperate toilet to the bathroom. The Queen size bed was great with wonderful pillows. There is a dvd in all rooms so remember to take some dvds with you, as they are expensive to hire from Reception. We made use of breakfast in our hotel ever morning - and it was wondefully presented each morning. I must pay special commendation to Tanja Drogrova (Not too sure if that is her correct surname) She was wonderful - and very efficient from the start to finish of our visit. The Concierge helped us to make a Reservation at Kampa Park - where we had a superb views of Charles Bridge. After our meal we were offered a free BMW ride back to the Savoy! A perfect end to a perfect evening. When visiting Strahov Monestry which is accross the road from the Savoy - we went to eat at Peklo (Means Hell) in the cellar of Strahov Monestry, The food was very good here - and cost 350 CZK for 2 dishes each and some drinks... So very reasonable. I would recommend this hotel for a romantic trip or a quiet get away!