Alchymist Grand Hotel and Spa - Preferred Hotels & Resorts

Loved our stay at this lavish, ideally situated hotel. It’s a 5-minute downhill walk to Charles Bridge and a 15-minute uphill walk to the castle. The area is quiet and away from the bustle of the city crowds. All staff were welcoming, attentive and helpful, achieving the balance between formality and friendliness. Housekeeping kept the place immaculate. The bed was super comfy and the aircon was a blessing during a hot August week. The bottled water and delicious complimentary chocolates (made at the hotel and left in our room each evening) were much appreciated. A sumptuous breakfast set us up for a day of exploring, and in particular we enjoyed the freshly cooked omelettes from the menu and the variety of fresh fruit. Food and service at the Aquarius Restaurant in the evening was superb and we visited the delightful cafe on several occasions to enjoy the array of sweet treats, coffee and an occasional cocktail! Guests can mingle over free cheese and wine hosted by the hotel at 4.30pm each afternoon. It’s a great way to meet each other under the sparkling chandeliers or in the beautiful courtyard. We used the spa for a quick dip and some much needed relaxation. Overall, this was a very enjoyable luxury break.

I stayed here for a week to attend a friend’s wedding. To focus on the positive - a very quaint hotel with a nice decor and feel to the interior, a lovely courtyard restaurant with excellent food ( at the pricier end of the scale); nice spa, quieter location away from the crowds, great breakfast choice, porter was extremely helpful, nice to have conditioner as well as shampoo, and the touch of having free wine tasting at 16.30 is really appreciated. What was a bit of a challenge for me were some of the details - I initially had a deluxe double room which was really perfect for me and when I extended my stay for an extra few days due to unexpected change of circumstances I was told I could stay in it but later that day I was told I had to move to accommodate a disabled guest which was understandable but a nuisance to move. I was upgraded to the very nice Royal Suite so that helped smooth things over. Unfortunately it is on the 3rd floor and the lift was having issues so I had to use the stairs - these things happen but it was tiring. What was really annoying though was that the hotel restaurant is closed on Sunday and Monday night so if you stay on those nights you have to find alternatives which isn’t really what I expect from a 5 star hotel a little out of the centre. The pool was pretty but more of a plunge pool than for swimming. The service was a bit hit and miss with the porter and breakfast staff really good and the evening staff a bit more variable. I would stay here again but maybe not on a Sunday or a Monday as you can’t eat in the hotel and options nearby are limited and I would wary of extending a stay (especially on booking but they offered the best rates. I think if they close the restaurant the least they can do is have the bar open with some lighter food so that you can at least get something on a Sunday or Monday night without having to go out.

We stayed at the Alchymist for a family vacation from the US and arrived here from Paris . We are a family kid four including two kids 8 and 5 and got the family suite. The hotel is very charming and beautiful. It truly feels like you are transported back in time to a palace from at least a 100 years ago. The charm does mean the hotel is somewhat dated and while the lobby areas are very pretty the room was more dated but still a charming overall (not a bad thing just what one should expect). We were hoping to have dinner at Acquarius but there was a mix up where the staff didn’t inform us it would be closed the day we arrived (Sunday). We did eat breakfast there each morning at Acquarius and it was quite good. Overall a charming hotel, in a decent location (pros and cons of being across from the US embassy). The spa was also good.

The cafe was amazing. It has the best chocolates that are made in the hotel. Accommodations are very comfortable, with plenty of room for luggage. You really feel like you’ve stepped back in time, without any loss of amenities. The included breakfast is delicious with so many options. If you need to be out the door early, they can accommodate you by either opening the breakfast a little sooner or send you on your way with a sandwich and drinks to go. Also, it is close to many embassies.

We had high expectations for Alchymist Grand Hotel and Spa, and our expectations were greatly exceeded. As others have mentioned, it s located on a quiet street, convenient walking distance from the Castle and Charles Bridge. There are many restaurants, bars, cafes, etc also within walking distance. Aquarius restaurant at the hotel is amazingly beautiful and we loved it. There is a very interesting spa on the lower level including a pool with beautiful chandeliers. The spa services were top notch. The hotel arranged tours for us of the Castle combined with Old Town, and the remarkable Jewish Quarter, and the tour guides were well informed and we were very pleased. We also recommend a tour of Cesky Krumlov which is a bit of a drive, but so beautiful and totally worth it. At the Alchymist, we stayed for a week in the Family Suite, which has two beds and bath upstairs, and a master bedroom and bath on the first floor. It was really nice, and I never slept better even with jet lag which is high praise. Moreover, there is a daily wine tasting, and the included breakfast is extensive and in the wonderful Aquarius restaurant.We highly recommend the Alchymist Grand Hotel and Spa. We hope to return.

This hotel is totally amazing. Walking into the reception, we were made to feel instantly welcome and given a glass of Prosecco. I had booked a junior suite as we were celebrating my husband’s birthday, and the room was just stunning. We felt like royalty. Everything is spotlessly clean, and the staff team go out of their way to do everything possible to make your stay wonderful. Breakfast is amazing, with a wide selection of tasty options. The courtyard is a nice area to enjoy a coffee or a cocktail, and the complimentary cheese and wine in the afternoon is a welcome treat. We enjoyed the pool in the spa, and looking at the artwork and fabulous furniture. The hotel is in a more quiet area of Prague, but a five minute walk takes you either into the town centre in one direction, or the castle in the other direction. We had an amazing holiday; thank you to all of the staff team.

Beautiful hotel, centrally located in the quieter Mala Strana just a couple of minutes' walk from the iconic Charles Bridge. The atmospheric, historic building is elegant, spacious and comfortable with an excellent range of facilities including a beautifully design spa, pool and gym in the basement. Staff are thoughtful and considerate, rooms are well appointed and comfortable and breakfast is excellent. Thoughtful touches such as fresh water and delicious handmade chocolates with the daily turn-down service makes this a true luxury experience. Highly recommend – I can't remember a better hotel experience anywhere.