Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic and the historic capital of Bohemia, is also known as the City of a Hundred Spires. As a cultural and political hub of Central Europe, it’s rife with historical past, a lot of which is mirrored within the number of architectural kinds within the historic middle, a UNESCO Heritage web site since 1992. Main landmarks embrace the Old Town Square with the “Orloj” astronomical clock, Wenceslas Square, National Museum, State Opera, Charles Bridge and the Jewish Quarter, with different landmarks reminiscent of Prague Castle or the Dancing House simply reachable by public transport.
In the guts of the UNESCO Heritage web site is the five-star NH Collection Prague Carlo IV, housed in a heritage-protected neo-renaissance palace. It not too long ago reopened to disclose a restoration and design overhaul to offer upgraded providers and an atmosphere of a previous splendor with all of the mod cons. Under the artistic eye of the heritage workplace and a world architectural studio, the 152-room resort’s remastering pays respect to its wealthy historical past.
The majestic foyer is an homage to the previous financial institution’s terminal corridor, with refurbished picket frames on the unique financial institution teller’s home windows. The ceiling regained its former look of sq. glass panes to emit gentle. Elegant seating in beige, gentle gray, and hues of brown and inexperienced mirror the earth colours of big palm timber, which once more adorn the foyer as they did when the resort first opened in 2003. Together with the marble flooring, ceiling frescoes and Ionic columns, it presents a timeless look.
The eating venues have additionally undergone a renaissance. A brand new foyer bar is a welcome addition to the opulent corridor, creating a classy house the place visitors can unwind whereas having fun with their favourite cocktails or afternoon espresso, some days with reside music. The resort’s multifunctional restaurant, aptly named “1890” after the yr by which the neo-renaissance palace opened because the First Mortgage Bank in former Bohemia, is situated simply behind the foyer corridor. It follows its full size and affords ample house for visitors with completely different seating choices and intimate corners. A brand new menu will think about tasting plates, whereas the 1890 foyer bar menu will provide sharing platters and a brand new twist on Czech staples.
The top-rated Carlo IV Wellness & Spa amenities obtained new tiling for its 66-foot-long heated pool and two whirlpools. An up to date look is deliberate this yr for the sauna and steam room. And the visitor rooms within the historic wing have obtained a design replace whereas retaining their old-time attributes reminiscent of excessive ceilings, tender picket flooring and marble bogs. Tastefully appointed rooms within the fashionable wing exude informal class and the lavatory redesign uplifts the visitor expertise.
“We wanted to reimagine the place and put the needs of the modern traveler first while preserving the historical elements, making sure there is comfort regardless of whether the guest is travelling for leisure or business,” stated Sander Creemers, the Regional Director of Operations, Northern Europe. “The hotel’s transformation was based on our long-term research into new travel trends introducing co-working spaces, gastronomical open spaces with intimate corners and easy access to modern conveniences, such as easy charging in public spaces and guest rooms.”
Maarten Markus, Managing Director Northern Europe at NH Hotel Group notes that the premium NH Collection model can be embarking on comparable renovation tasks of their historic lodges in Central and Eastern Europe.
