Hastal Hotel Prague: A Quiet Gem in Old Town

Hastal Hotel Prague offers a peaceful and affordable boutique stay, just steps from Old Town Square. If you like a hotel with story and charm then this may be the place for you.

Let's take an in-depth look at this hotel, which is tucked away from the crowds of Prague and pleasantly surprising.

Hastal Hotel Prague - family owned for 6 generations

Here's what I have for you:

After a visit, I've got the scoop on this small but well-loved hotel. And, don't miss my exclusive interview with the hotel's general manager.

You won't find these details anywhere else - so don't book until you've explored this page completely.

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• At a Glance
• Location & Neighborhood Vibe
• Room Details
• Breakfast & Dining
• Q&A with Hotel Manager
• My Take on Staying Here

At a Glance

📍 Location: Old Town - Jewish Quarter, Prague 1

🛏️ Vibe: 4-Star boutique with old-world charm

👣 Walkability: 4 minutes to Old Town Square

🚋 Public transport: 3 min. to the tram, 7 min to the metro

🍽️ Onsite or Nearby Food: Banker's Bar onsite, Lokál Restaurant

💰 Who It’s Best For: Couples, solo and business travelers

Location & Neighborhood Vibe

The hotel sits at the corner of the tiny Haštalská Square. Most people, like me, breeze right past.

Actually, there aren't many people in this area at all, and the car traffic is extremely light.

Amazingly, the square remains a quiet pocket in Prague’s busy Old Town. Areas like this do exist - proof that crowds of tourists stick to the main sights and avoid exploring.

Staying here you're actually close to everything. Let's see... the astronomical clock, Charles Bridge, the Jewish Quarter, Wenceslas Square, and that's just the start.

Oh, and there are lots of cafe and restaurant options nearby. This is Old Town, so you've got options.

Want something more local?

Walk 4 minutes to the river and stroll the embankment. Have a beer and enjoy the sunset going down behind the castle.

Something more adventurous?

Cross over the river and climb a few stairs to Letná park. Beer garden, views, natural beauty - it's all right there.

🛏️ Rooms: Comfort with Character

The rooms at Hastal Hotel have a simple elegance about them. Think tall windows, high ceilings and antique furnishings.

The rooms aren't huge, but not cramped either. And they’re clean, well-kept, and warm in the winter.

Actually the entire hotel was renovated just a few years ago, which increased its star ranking from 3 to 4.

Pro tip: Ask for a room with a small balcony. You'll appreciate the light and ambience it adds to your stay.

🍽️ Breakfast & Dining Tips

Start your day with a satisfying breakfast from the Hastal's buffet. 

Served in the ground-floor dining room with old-school charm, it  includes both hot and cold options. So there's something for everyone to enjoy.

A few selected items include: bread rolls, meats, cheeses, eggs, cereals, fruit, veggies, tea, coffee and much more.

Hotel breakfasts in Prague can be hit and miss, but here there's no worries. You've got a solid selection to keep your morning fueled.

Nearby restaurants

Staying in Old Town is not just about sightseeing. Nearby you'll find restaurants, cafes and bars are plentiful. Here are just a select few that are a very short walk from the hotel.

Lokál Dlouhááá - a new take on classic Czech cuisine with possibly the best Pilsner in Prague. The perfect lunch destination - fried cheese for me! Lokál is just around the corner from the Hastal, but there are others throughout the city. Address: Dlouhá 33, Old Town

La Degustation - tasteful design with an upscale vibe, the perfect spot for a romantic dinner. And it's just down the street from the hotel. Address: Haštalská 18, Old Town

Anežka - one of my favorite cafes in Prague serves delicious coffee, cakes, sandwiches and weekend brunch. This is an absolute gem. And, it's adjacent to St. Agnes' Convent, one of the best attractions in the city. Address: Anežská 812/12, Old Town

Pizza Nuova - yes... pizza! Because you may want to switch things up. When you're ready, Prague has some delicious authentic Italian restaurants. This one is just 5 min from the hotel. Address: Revoluční 655/1, Old Town

Q&A with General Manager at Hastal Hotel Prague

I had a lovely conversation with Tom Francis, the hotel's general manager. He was kind enough to share some additional insights  about the hotel.

Here's the shortened version of our Q & A. Or, feel free to check out the full version.

What makes your hotel feel different from others in Prague?

We have a genuine story and character that we wear on our sleeve; this hotel was founded in 1726 and for 6 generations the hotel has been in the same family. The owners, the Hanslík family, work hard every day to preserve the time capsule that is the building so that when our guests walk through our halls they might feel enraptured by an era of hospitality now a century gone, that we hope in the face of AI and automation will return through merit of preserving the tradition of concierge style hospitality.

As a luxury 4-star hotel, we still ensure that our hotel is affordable and our rooms accessible which makes us one of the best places to stay in Prague.

Is there a guest story or moment that really stayed with you?

One story that comes to mind was we had a family from Nebraska and California come to stay with us, whose great-grandparents immigrated to the USA from the Czech part of Austro-Hungary.

They were coming here to trace their roots, the grandmother of the family still spoke a little Czech and knew the village they were from, and they picked our hotel because „it's probably something Grandpa would have liked or remembered“. I find it charming that we are a family-friendly hotel.

Is there a historical or fun fact about the hotel building or area that guests often don’t know?

Well, it's part of the hotel story that we literally have on our walls. Under Communism, the building was seized and used by the secret police, who only knows to what end. It was a long process, but some 15 years ago the hotel family was able to get the rights to the building back.

In the basement they found old briefcases stuffed with photo albums and old posters used to advertise the hotel from before even the First World War.

So naturally, we used these photos and posters in cultivating the aesthetic of our hotel by putting them up on the wall so that everyone can get a better understanding of what life was like before the horrors of 20th century conflict.

What’s one piece of advice you always give to first-time visitors to Prague?

Ask your receptionist. Seriously, there are a lot of things to do and see in Prague, and a lot of people make a living off of tourists who want to experience Prague. Our receptionists are all locals, they know the city and they know where to send you to get the most out of your time and money.

Otherwise I tell people to not be afraid of taking advantage of our great public transit connections so that they don’t stay in the Old Town and miss the forest through the trees. This city has a lot to offer and it's super easy to get out there and explore it if you know what you’re looking for.

What’s an unexpected (or expected) thing guests tend to love about your hotel?

From what I can tell when discussing other hotels with guests, is that they are always pleasantly surprised to find our friendly and helpful staff. Another thing people remark upon is our varied breakfast and non-stop coffee.

If you could recommend just one local restaurant, what would it be—and what should we order?

In no particular order I can name a few classic Czech restaurants that locals frequent like Lokal, Zakladna and Kozlovna, all of which are practically at the hotel. But my personal favorite is a little further but easily accessible through our good connections with metro and tram, is Vinohradsky Parlament in Namestí Miru, because of their seasonal options and consistent service.

Czech restaurants that Czech people like have a couple standards: they have two special menus that change daily, one for lunch (11:00-15:00) and one for dinner (17:00-22:00), with an a la carte of a few restaurant specialties. Another standard is of course the quality Czech beer, you know its a proper Czech restaurant when the beer is served exactly half and half liquid and microfoam which, if poured correctly, should stay until the last sip.

My Take on Hastal Hotel Prague

The Hastal Hotel Prague is a unique blend of elements that check all sorts of boxes: central location, comfortable rooms, helpful staff.

I would even say that staying here will add to your Prague experience.

Where else can you stay in a quiet area of Old Town? Where else can you find a hotel that's been serving guests through 6 generations of family?

Nowhere.

If you're looking for something with a more upscale modern sense, then the Hastal is not for you. It's not flashy and it doesn't scream 'modern boutique' but that's exactly the point.

It doesn’t need to convince you of anything. It's simply confident in its quality.

Hotel contact details

Address: Hastalská 16, Old Town.

Tel: 228 881 258

Web: www.hastal.com

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