Hotel Ventana - Prague

Average rating:  9.4

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Jan 2008

Fantastic location, lovely room (we had a deluxe double which was enormous had and a view of the old town hall from the window), friendly service, nice breakfast. We got them to arrange the pick up from the airport which was also fine. Couldn't fault it.

Guest name: JM, United Kingdom

Average rating:  9.7

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Nov 2007

Our room was huge and beautifully furnished, service excellent, breakfast lavish, staff very friendly and helpful, location couldn't be more central but still quiet. Wonderful value for money.

Guest name: CH, United Kingdom

Average rating:  6.4

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Oct 2007

A good hotel and excellent location but ... Unfortunately we were allocated an 'attic' romm with a steep stairway from a sitting area to the bedroom As older people we would prefer not to have accomodation on two floors and no view or natural light apart from skylights. We paid for a superior room and this was certainly not superior for us. The room would suit people staying with children who need two sleeping areas but it is entirely unsuitable for older couples. I also wonder why hotels who receive significant numbers of guests from the UK have only US news channels. Prague is a delightful city, full of interest and culture and we will return again and to this hotel if we could have a superior room with a view!

Guest name: GB, United Kingdom

Average rating:  8.6

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Oct 2007

I loved the hotel, the room was spacious and nicely decorated. The only niggle I have is that our room was only half-cleaned after our first night; the bed wasn't made, the sink wasn't cleaned, but a chocolate was still left by the bed, and the bins were emptied, which seemed a bit odd. At these relatively expensive prices, I expected more. The breakfast was good, and the dining room very pleasant and a nice place to have a drink in the evening. The bar man recommended us some books to look at from the bookshelves and the service in the bar was very good. All the reception staff spoke excellent english and were very helpful.

Guest name: Amanda Hurd, United Kingdom

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in Sep 2007

great Hotel, I really enjoyed staying with them

Guest name: PA, Ecuador

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Sep 2007

You can not beat the location of this Hotel. If I went back I would have the Hotel car service meet me at the trian station. I loved the free internet access in the room, it came in handy to look at train schedules and etc. We had a basic room, not the loft and it was still plenty of room. Nice touch with the heated bathroom floor. The breakfast was very good; fruits, juices, eggs, meats and many more items. Only wish I could have had a hotel like this for the rest of the cities I visited. Enjoy! Jimmie

Guest name: JIMMIE DEARMAN, USA

Average rating:  9.0

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Aug 2007

Excellent location, next to the main square of the tower clock, view on Tyn's Cathedral. Lovely rooms, especially those on the 5th floor, with double floors and terrace. Good service. Wonderful breakfast. Be aware of the lift...it seems to be a little bit old... Don't try to reach the hotel by car...it's impossible: leave your car near Powder Tower and ask the concierge to park it for you.

Guest name: BR, Italy

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Jun 2007

One of the best places to stay in Prague. Right off the most beautiful square in the city.

Guest name: Alan Bailey, USA

Average rating:  9.2

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Aug 2007

Very friendly staff. Large room. Superb location

Guest name: Mark Adams, USA

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Family with older children

stayed in Jul 2007

The location of the hotel couldn't be better. The staff is really kind, from the nice desk clerk Richard to all the restaurant team and the housekeeping. Always aware of what could we need, they maked us feel great. Worth every dollar that we spent there. The rooms are spacious and inmaculate. Definitely I will stay here in the next visit to Prague.

Guest name: MARIA VAZQUEZ TELLEZ, Mexico

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Mar 2007

Location is first rate, rooms and baths are large and well appointed. Service excellent. Wonderful breakfast, great restaurants near by. Prime location near the Market Square but very quiet. Truly a superior hotel in every respect. Excellent value. We would return to Ventana (and Prague!) at any opportunity.

Guest name: Timothy Johnson, USA

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Group

stayed in Feb 2007

A thoroughly enjoyable and relaxed stay. The staff at Ventana are highly professional and welcoming. The rooms are large, warm and very comfortable. The location is one of the best in Prague and you can walk to numerous restaurants and cafes within 5 to 10 mins. Most of the major sight seeing is accessible on foot from the hotel and I would recommend the Estates Theatre for an evening event, about 5 mins walk away and the Tyn church next door. Breakfast was always an event to look forward to, with a glass of bohemian sparking for those who wished. The bar prices are also very acceptable. We also used the hotel taxi service there and back. I’m sure there are cheaper ways to get to the hotel, though who wants the hassle on arrival and departure. They whisk you straight to the hotel in comfort and style and then you can get onto the serious business, enjoying Prague! I’d especially like to thanks the hotel for making my wife’s birthday, a day to remember. A very special touch.

Guest name: Gary Mann, United Kingdom

Average rating:  9.4

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Feb 2007

excellent location * well furnished and large room

Guest name: SC, Italy

Average rating:  9.4

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Jan 2007

My husband and I thouroughly enjoyed our stay at the Ventana in January. The hotel was perfectly located and the staff were very helpful. Great apple strudel too! On our final day in Prague, we were due to fly out at midnight. The Ventana allowed us to delay our checkout until 9 P.M. without any extra charges.

Guest name: Shirley Stutz, Canada

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Jan 2007

Fantastic on all fronts. Staff went out of their way to return (across borders) precious jewel left behind. Only drawback: marvellous surroundings. Would have liked to have more time to enjoy actual hotel! Will return.

Guest name: Eric Haywood, Ireland

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in Feb 2006

Fantastic hotel! So much for the people being sombre,we met great ,friendly people everywhere.Especially fabulous was Michaela at breakfast in the hotel. She's reason enough to recommend this hotel. Great location. Great hotel. We got a free upgrade to a split level suite, and the room was fantastic. Would happily stay here again. A real find.

Guest name: Kate Meaden, United Kingdom

Average rating:  9.2

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Mar 2006

i went with my boyfriend and we loved every minute of it the staff were so friendly.the rooms are gorgeoous, we had a split level room with balcony it exceeded our expectations. the surroundings were lovely not too far from the shops, in the middle of everything.

Guest name: Elizabeth Bigos, United Kingdom

Average rating:  9.0

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in Dec 2006

We spent two nights at is excellent value hotel. Location, atmosphere, breakfast, friendliness and professionality were superb. Good selection of books in the library. Public spaces are commensurate to the number of rooms. Definitely recommended for a leasure stay.

Guest name: Franco Perale, Italy

Average rating:  9.8

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Oct 2006

impossible to find a better situation. moderate prices. the view and the room for breakfast is superb. very kind staff and excellent breakfast.

Guest name: MD, France

Average rating:  9.8

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Nov 2005

We had a fabulous stay. The hotel is an excellent value in terms of quality, and the location can't be beat. We would definitely stay here again.

Guest name: PT, Italy

Average rating:  9.2

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Oct 2006

I booked the Ventana based on previous visitors' comments and I was not misled. The rooms are modern, elegant, well equipped and spacious, the location excellent and the staff friendly and well-trained. The included breakfast was very impressive and it was delightful starting each day with some Czech "champagne" and orange juice, a lovely touch. The library and bar "specials" make a pleasant end to a long day of walking over the city especially for a single female. The hotel only lacks a restaurant but there are many very close-by at every price level. Thoroughly enjoyed my stay and considered it great value for money.

Guest name: Bronwyn Monk, Australia

Average rating:  8.5

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Sep 2006

1st visit to Prague. Hotel right in the heart of the town. perfect for all facilities everything in walking distance, though you need decent shoes to cope with the cobbles. Avoid group walking tours, especially around the castle, Loretta and chuches, they are oversubscribed!

Guest name: DS, United Kingdom

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Sep 2006

Location could have not been better! On the old town square - make sure to be there on a Sunday to enjoy the market - Incredible music all over - try the WOW THeatre down the street- fun black light theatre. Food was great - Service was great Be careful if you have a problem with steps - the rooms on the 4th floor often have steps to the bedroom - for us that did not work - and we were graciously moved - Only major problem was we had a car - the maze of Prague with one way and pedestrian streets made getting to the hotel truly for us impossible - I ended up walking the last 4 blocks and the porter came and got the car and drove it to the hotel - Service again was awesome - Worth every cent

Guest name: Bryan Cohen, USA

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Aug 2006

The hotel was one of the best we have stayed at. The staff were very friendly and extremely helpful. The location was second to none with fantastic views of the old town square. We were celebrating our 10th wedding anniversary and we were given a free upgrade to a loft suite. I would recommend getting lost in the streets of the old town as we found some amazing little back street restaurants we had a 3 course meal with 4 glasses of wine each for approx £22. One restaurant that came highly recommended by the hotel was in the old Tower the restaurant is set on 2 floors of an old beld tower - the bell is still in place in the centre of the restaurant. A wonderful city and an excellent hotel we would thoroughly recommend it.

Guest name: Joanne Mitchell, United Kingdom

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Jul 2006

The only reason I rated all categories of the property 10 is that there isn't anything higher. Great location, great people, great room, great breakfast.

Guest name: Jeffrey Brown, USA

Average rating:  9.8

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Jun 2006

I take couple of trips to Europe a year and pay a range of EURO 150-650 a night, depending on where and the occasion of the trips. This hotel is the best deal of the year.

Guest name: AP, Thailand

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in May 2006

A small, exquisite hotel in an excellent location, next to "Old Town" square. Rooms, employees, breakfast (included in price) all exzceeded our expectation. Wouls stay again, without question.

Guest name: Emmet Monaghan, USA

Average rating:  8.9

Guest type: Single corporate traveller

stayed in May 2006

I had the good fortune to have to find an alternative to the preferred company hotel as it was fully booked.What a lovely find the Ventana was. Excellently situated,gorgeous rooms and a friendly attentive service provided by all. Will certainly return given the chance!

Guest name: Paul Ward, United Kingdom

Average rating:  8.9

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in May 2006

WE were delighted with the Ventana and would certainly recommend it to our friends!! Room, breakfast and position were ideal, and the staff couldn't be more helpful and pleasant. Well done Ventana.

Guest name: Eileen Sparling, United Kingdom

Average rating:  9.2

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Apr 2006

I was a bit apprehensive when I booked the Ventana on Venere because I hadn't seen any references to the hotel on any other booking service or in any guide books. I chose the Ventana because of the positive reviews from other users, because it was relatively new, and the location sounded ideal. My choice was perfect. If you are going to Prague, the Ventana is the ONLY place to stay. The hotel is wonderful, so clean and sparkling,the staff are unbelievably attentive, and breakfast is terrific. If I am ever lucky enough to return to Prague (a wonderful city), I wouldn't consider staying any place but the Ventana. Thank you, Venere and Ventana, for a great trip.

Guest name: Billy Deal, USA

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Single leisure traveller

stayed in Mar 2006

Staff very friendly. Hotel seems to be newly refurbished. My room was under the roof on two levels with a steep stair between them. Windows showing mainly the sky only. Inside very comfortable and furnished to the latest standards. Beautiful bathroom. Location of the hotel could not be better a few steps from central square and tourist sites yet very quiet. Excellent breakfast buffet. To be recommended.

Guest name: Uli Leuenberger, Switzerland

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Feb 2006

This is our second time booking though Venere.com; both times have been excellent. Hotel Ventana Prague, is in an excellent location just off the Old Town Square in a beautiful building. Our De-Lux room was on the 4th floor with a living space, sofa, TV, minibar and free internet access (if you've got a laptop); the stairs go up to a balconied bedroom which look over the living area. The bathroom was large with a heated floor and glamorous lighting although generally, the fourth floor rooms have no real views - just skylights. The hotel is very modern, comfortable, clean and tastefully decorated which makes it feel very luxurious. We felt the breakfast buffet was very good with plenty of toast, croissants, juices, cold meats (!) and cereals etc. Prague generally is known for rip off taxi drivers so we arranged airport tranport through the hotel. They do add 19% to the cost of the taxi but is well worth it as it avoids awkward negotiations on arrival at the airport (so thats about £4 EXTRA each way)we figured that if were were going to be overcharged, best give it to the pleasant hotel staff instead of a street cabbie. The taxi is infact a small limo which is new, clean and very smart. We were thrilled with the hotel as well as Prague and we will definately return to both - and book through Venere.com

Guest name: Giles Rickards, United Kingdom

Average rating:  8.9

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Feb 2006

Best place for a romantic week-end in Prague.

Guest name: François PUECH, France

Average rating:  9.4

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Feb 2006

L'hotel ha una posizione centrale ma offre tranquillità e quiete. La mia camera loft deluxe era ampia e dotata di ogni confort. Bellissima la libreria e eccellente la prima colazione. Anche il servizio e l'accoglienza sono stati impeccabili. E' un hotel da consigliare a chi ama il lusso raffinato e non ostentato.

Guest name: Marzia De Giacomo, Italy

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Jan 2006

This hotel was excellent. From the heated bathroom floors to the excellent service we enjoyed staying here a lot. The breakfast was very good and when we asked for pancakes they were made even though they were not officially available. Also, you cannot find a better location in the old town. Staying here was an excellent experience. Highly recommended.

Guest name: John Stirk, United Kingdom

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Jan 2006

staff fantastic and really pull out all the stops fantastic

Guest name: Harry Murphy, Ireland

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Dec 2005

Hotel ventana is a jewel. We had a wonderful time there and if we return to Prague it would be the place to stay

Guest name: George Allen, United Kingdom

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Jun 2005

A very, very nice hotel. The best I have ever stayed on and a good choice if you want something special. Something to recommend.

Guest name: Kari Christensen, Norway

Average rating:  9.8

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Nov 2005

I have nothing bad top say about this hotel. The breakfast was amazing, the rooms were beautiful, the service was fast and accomodating. They even had champaign and strawberries for breakfast. Nice touch.

Guest name: BC, Slovakia

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Nov 2005

Anything else, located in the very heart of the beautiful old district! With good breakfast, friendly and capable staff, we definitly stay this hotel next time.

Guest name: CO, Japan

Average rating:  9.7

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in Oct 2005

This was one of the nicest rooms we've ever stayed in both in terms of appearance and location. We had a spacious suite, with high ceilings and double paned windows that opened out with a view of the Old Town Square. The bathroom was large and well-appointed, and the furnishing were comfortably contemporary. Breakfast offerings included breads, fruits, cold meats, eggs, and yogurt served in a comfortable paneled "library." The front desk people were polite, but as seemed to be the case everywhere in Prague, provided what was required but nothing more. Nevertheless, I would heartily recommend this hotel, still an undiscovered gem as its fairly new. Unlike the rest of the hotels crowding the Old Town, this one, set back about 50 yards, was quiet, felt empty, and was like an elegant oasis welcoming us home.

Guest name: Page Morrison, USA

Average rating:  9.2

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Aug 2005

Excellent room, very clean and spacious. Breakfast also excellent. Very welcoming staff.

Guest name: David Hagger, United Kingdom

Average rating:  9.2

Guest type: Family Group

stayed in Aug 2005

Really good, would highly recommend it.

Guest name: FL, United Kingdom

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Aug 2005

All positive reviews I had checked before our stay were completely accurate. An excellent hotel in every respect, in perfect location. Would recommend and return again.

Guest name: JP, United Kingdom

Average rating:  9.6

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Mar 2005

We stayed at Ventana for three nights and enjoyed the visit completely. The staff is very kind and helpfull, rooms nicely decorated and the location is brilliant!

Guest name: JK, Finland

Average rating:  9.8

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Mar 2005

Excellent hotel...hard to fault anything. Unobtrusive but attentive and professional service. Fantastic breakfast!! Would recommend to anyone.

Guest name: David Morritt, United Kingdom

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Feb 2005

Very good hotel that is extremely close to the old town square. Great location would recommend to anybody

Guest name: AS, Ireland