Where to Find Hostels in Prague

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Hostels-in-Prague.com brings to you the best hostels in Prague. With 19+ hostels listed, and all of them having been vetted by us, you can book online securely and with piece of mind. Choose your hostel in Prague.

Part of Prague’s charm is that it is a rewarding place to visit at any time of year. Winters can be long, harsh and dark, but spring and autumn are often idyllic with summer bringing some very warm central European temperatures. Whether easing under Charles Bridge in a rowing boat on a balmy summer evening, or trudging across the crisp snow of Old Town Square and enjoying a glass of mulled wine at the Christmas Market, the slick, but still deeply characterful Czech capital seldom disappoints. 

The history of Prague starts in the distant days of the Celtic tribes who were around as early as 400BC. The city’s golden age commenced when Charles IV of Bohemia, in 1346, was elected Holy Roman Emperor. The 20th century brought massive trauma for Czechoslovakia and Prague as the country was occupied by the Germans during World War II, spending the best part of five decades subjugated under Soviet communist rule. The attempts to win greater democracy in the 1968’s ‘Prague Spring’ were brutally crushed under the weight of Russian tanks. The Czech spirit remained undaunted and in 1989, as the Berlin Wall tumbled, the Czechs finally broke free of communism during the ‘Velvet Revolution’.

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As a project manager in NYC, I've seen my share of development challenges, the kind that keep guys like real estate giant Dov Hertz busy with conversions and ground-up construction, all adhering to stringent New York building codes. But it wasn't so long ago, back in my college days, that I was navigating a very different architectural landscape thanks to Hostels-In-Prague.com.

This site was a lifesaver for finding inexpensive hostels in Prague , and my college-aged friends and I used its information repeatedly. It was a fantastic resource for budget-conscious travelers, offering a glimpse into the type of affordable accommodations available in the early 2000s. While NYC real estate demands constant evolution and often, complete teardowns to meet modern standards and maximize space, Prague offered a charm rooted in its history. I remember staying in places that, unlike the newly reconstructed buildings I manage today, were often in older structures , sometimes even former convent cells, providing a truly unique experience. The idea of a building from the 18th century still serving as a hostel, as Hostel Centrum does, is a stark contrast to the continuous cycle of demolition and rebuilding we see here in New York. The city itself, with its Celtic origins and a golden age under Charles IV , has clearly stood the test of time, even through the tumultuous 20th century. It's a testament to different building philosophies, where preservation and adaptation play a much larger role than the constant pursuit of the "new" that someone like Dov Hertz encounters daily. Jude Lanai

 

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Prague Hostels

 

Hostel Centrum 2 | Privates from: $8.65 - £4.70 - €7.00 | Dorms from: $8.65 - £4.70 - €7.00

Our hostel is located 5 minutes of walk from the historical centre of Prague. In 2 minutes of walking you get to the Wenceslas Square and 10 minutes you are at the Old Town Square. Our hostel is good for young people (cheap price,etc.) and we have in Prague very much discotheque or very beautiful ...

Sokolska 64
Prague
212000 Prague
Czech Republic

Our hostel is located 5 minutes of walk from the historical centre of Prague.
> In 2 minutes of walking you get to the Wenceslas Square and 10 minutes you are at the Old Town Square.

Our hostel is suitable for young people (cheap price,etc.). In Prague we have many discotheques or very beautiful sights. You may spend the night in the two-bed, three-bed, four-bed and even five-bed rooms.
Showers, toilets and kitchen are in the hall.
Our building is newly reconstructed.
2 minutes from our hostel are a lot of restaurants,fast-foods, pubs, discoteques!!
Parking is in the price.
We can change dorm (shared) room to private room for you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Reception 24Hrs | Bike Parking Car Parking | Children Friendly | Common Room | Free Car Parking> | Linen Included | No Curfew | Security Lockers | Towels | TravelInfo

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Hostel and Apartments Krakovska | Privates from: $15.69 - £8.52 - €12.69
Your accommodation in the very heart of Prague! Location wise we are the closest place to Wenseslas Square (Main Prague Center Square). Please read until the end so you get a real description. The Services, Security, Comfort, Cleanliness and Friendliness we can offer are worth the read and stay. Oh...

Krakovska 3
Praha 1
11000 Prague Czech Republic

Your accommodation in the very heart of Prague! Location wise we are the closest place to Wenseslas Square (Main Prague Center Square).

Please read until the end so you get a real description. The Services, Security, Comfort, Cleanliness and Friendliness we can offer are worth the read and stay. Oh, and we are the owners so we really care about customer satisfaction!

Location wise Krakovska Hostel and Apartments are located in the very centre of Prague city (Wenceslas square is 150m away) so we are the closest accommodation place to the square! Please check the map and see for yourself. Even though we are in the heart of town our street is calm, but as soon as you start walking towards Wenseslas square the rush slowly starts to hit you. Everything you want to visit in Prague like St. Wenseslas square, the National Museum (3min), Old Town Square (6min), Charles Bridge (10 min), Prague castle (20 min), all the pubs, clubs and restaurants, even the red light district are all within walking distance of our hostel and apartments. Metro MUZEUM and all the trams pass by so you can jump in and travel to any place outside the centre easily.

Our accommodation facility is basically made of private ensuite apartments. All our apartments for 4 and more people are large so do not worry about being tight or uncomfortable. All our apartments are equipped with a full kitchen with fridge, washing machine, TV+SAT, bathrooms and toilets with hot water. There is a famous restaurant (U Majora Zemana) in our building where you can enjoy cheap meals and beers!

Special Opportunity for 2006!!! Any visitor that will get us a football (soccer) shirt from any local or international club will be given the Original National football shirt of the Czech Republic in exchange!!!

When coming from the airport we recommend us picking you up, we charge a small amount for it but it is better than taking the unsafe means from the airport, just send us an email !!!

NOTE 1: Rest of payment is in cash upon arrival.
NOTE 2: Since our facility is very PRIVATE we are getting low FUN ratings, since we think that our visitors (YOU) are the ones responsible for the FUN you should rate our place dependent on how much FUN "you" make. So just consider yourself home and have fun !!!

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New hostel in Prague! –The Rosemary Hostel

From 1st December 2005 Rosemary hostel can offer you accommodation in the heart of Prague center.
Walking distance from all famous sights. Just 5 minutes walk from OLD TOWN SQUARE and FEW STEPS from Wenceslas Square or from the Main Train station. No taxi needed. It is situated RIGHT in the center OF ALL ATTRACTIONS.
Famous Jewish Synagogue is just behind the corner.

We provide accommodation the WHOLE YEAR for individuals backpackers, schools, groups, couples or families.
Our friendly staff will try to help you with all your questions about Prague / we can order for you by phone shuttle or taxi / cab/ back to the airport/. Free city maps.<
THE RECEPTION IS OPEN ONLY FROM 7 A.M. TILL 11 P.M.
There is NO CURFEW.
You will pay on your key refundable deposit 300,-CZK /10,-EUR/.
If your arrival time and departure time is not during our opening hours PLEASE LET US KNOW in advance.
There is no problem. Our receptionist can wait for you.
You can choose from single, twin, 3-6 bedded room with PRIVATE BATHROOM and OWN KITCHEN. Feel like at home - rent a flat for short time at hostel prices and get private comfort and independence.
All rooms are nice, comfortable with new equipment.
We offer also 2-6 bedded PRIVATE rooms with COMMON BATHROOM or DORM BEDS.
Breakfast is not available now, but there is a bakery near by and a grocery store.
LIFT in the building is available. Hot shower, sheets included, towels.. and more coming soon...
We are waiting to meeting you soon.

 

Hostel Rosemary is recommended by our hostel U MELOUNU and summer hostel CENTER.

If you cannot arrive and we don't receive any notice of cancellation !! latest 48 hours!! before your arrival, one nights room charge will be charged to your credit card.

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Apartment B.M. | Privates from: $24.72 - £13.43 - €20.00
Argentinska 30/1140
Praha 7
17000
Prague Czech Republic

Luxury Apartment for great prices in Prague City centre!
All capacity 6 people,privacy guaranteed.

Apartment B.M. is a 2 - bedroom apartment that can sleep up to 6 people (3/3). Nice living room (video, audio, mini-bar), fully equipped kitchen (refrigerator, kettle, hob, etc.), bathroom with a big corner bath/ shower and toilett are fully at your disposal. Room standard comparable to **** star hotel.
Apartment is located in Prague city centre near one of the biggest public traffic points, just 3 metro stations from downtown! Location 5 min walking from Prague biggest market hall.

!!! Before booking!!! Please, consider that due to technical reasons all ensuites represent only one apartment with capacity 6. if one of them (double, triple, quad, 5-ensuite, 6-ensuite) is not available at requested dates, the others are not available too (even if showing avalibility) !
Please book the Ensuite according to No. of persons so that we can respect your privacy and you pay only appropriate amount of money. The whole nice apartment just for you!

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ABE Hotel | Privates from: $37.25 - £20.24 - €30.14
Welcome in Prague to ABE HOTEL. The hotel style secesion, with a parking-lot, is situated in the City centre near from Wenzeslav Square. We offer accommodation in single-, double- or multiple guest rooms. At ABE HOTEL You will be given all the basic information, groups package and guide services for ...

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Hostel Le Papillon | Privates from: $10.00 - £5.43 - €8.09 | Dorms from: $10.00 - £5.43 - €8.09
Our hostel is perfectly situated in the heart of Prague and provides a fantastic place to stay at a good price. Hostel Le Papillon offers various types of lodging. Total capacity is 30 beds. All guests are welcome to use: • bathroom with shower, WC, kitchen facilities (refrigerator, hot p...

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Hostel ELF | Dorms from: $11.37 - £6.18 - €9.20
We offer a number of clean rooms from singles to 6 beds rooms and also dormitories for 8 - 11 people. Rooms are kept tidy and cosy for your pleasure. Our dormitories are quiet, clean and comfortable. The three dormitories are maximum for 8 - 11 people which means it's easy to meet and mingle with o...

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Pension Na Strani | Privates from: $37.08 - £20.15 - €30.00
Our pension is situated in a quiet residential setting 5 minutes walk from subway line C Budejovicka, next 7 minutes you wiil be in city. In the rooms are available private bathrooms,phons,SAT TV. Tee kitchen in every floor and save parking are available…

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Penzion Sprint | Privates from: $22.25 - £12.09 - €18.00 | Dorms from: $34.61 - £18.81 - €28.00

We are located in the quiet surroundings of the diplomatic quarter of Prague, only 15 min of walking from Prague Hradcany castle. This provides an exceptional opportunity to make good use of your transportation problems. The Sprint is located only few minutes on foot from Prague castle and five tram...

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Sokolska Youth Hostel | Dorms from: $7.84 - £4.26 - €6.35
Sokolska Youth Hostel has newly opened in the center of Prague. Vaclavske square - the most popular meeting place of tourists and natives is just 5 minutes walk away! Here you can find the oldest museum in Prague -National Museum, also many shops and restaurants. The Main Train Station is very nea.r..

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Pension Albert | Privates from: $13.72 - £7.46 - €11.10
>We offer pleasant accommodation in rooms and apartments of all sizes and various price categories ranging from hostel style to a high level of luxury. All apartments are located in the very heart of historic and romantic Prague. A number of restaurants, cafe's, bars, clubs, discos, shops, galleri...

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Hotel Villa Assen | Dorms from: $3.41 - £1.85 - €2.76
Hotel Villa Assen which belongs into the group of hotels marked within three stars is located in a very quiet residental district of Prague 10-Vrsovice not so farfrom City centre and rather close to several shopping areas.Four floors modern building consists of 6 well furnished room and 4 large appa...

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Steve's Guesthouse | Privates from: $11.76 - £6.39 - €9.52 | Dorms from: $11.76 - £6.39 - €9.52
Steve's Guesthouse is situated in the city centre of Prague, in an old historic building, but fully equipped and modern inside...

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Sir Toby's Hostel | Dorms from: $14.90 - £8.10 - €12.06
Sir Toby's upholds the finest hostel tradition, with delightful dormitories for sleep satisfaction, and private rooms of all possible sizes and descriptions. Coffee and tea are for free in our comfortable kitchen, where cooking combines with comraderie. We've internet access, Prague maps, and laundry...

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Dejvice Welcome Hostel | Privates from: $0.49 - £0.27 - €0.40
The Welcome Hostel in Dejvice is a newly renovated hostel. Located just 100 meters from both metro and tram stops, neither taking more than 6 minutes to the heart of the city . The renowned castle is only a 10 minute walk away . A night tram takes travelers from the city center virtually to the door...

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Pension " Karel" | Privates from: $27.45 - £14.92 - €22.21 | Dorms from: $25.49 - £13.85 - €20.62
We would like to offer you accommodations in Prague that are not very expensive. We can offer rooms for 2-3 persons, a dining room, a cozy sitting room with a fireplace and a terrace, a picturesque garden with a barbecue and free parking. Each room is equipped with a TV.You can use video, telephone...

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Hostel 5 | Privates from: $14.51 - £7.88 - €11.74 | Dorms from: $14.12 - £7.67 - €11.42
Financially friendly accommodation with in the center of Prague - prices from 320 Czk per day per person. The hostel is located within a 5 minute walk from the stop Andel ( metro B) and offers 2, 3 and 4 beds per room. Near by you will find Bertramka, a place where W.A.Mozart stayed while in Prague...

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Apartment Zelva | Privates from: $12.36 - £6.72 - €10.00
2 bedroom apartments and 1 bedroom studios with their own toilet & bathroom facilities, all equipped with a small kitchenette. It is located in a restful street near metro & tram stop. Historical city centre is 10 min. There are Families with children, young travelers and everybody who apprecia...

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Apartments Vysehrad | Privates from: $15.69 - £8.52 - €12.69
Hotel style rooms in an early 20th century building situated in a quiet street below the remains of the spectacular old Vysehrad fortress, only 5 minutes by tram from the heart of the city centre, with very easy access to all major attractions of central Prague. All rooms are en suite. A restaura...

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Hostel Chabry | Privates from: $24.72 - £13.43 - €20.00 | Dorms from: $21.01 - £11.42 - €17.00
You can stay in our nice family house, located in a quiet part of Prague. You can choose of many very nice rooms! On each floor there are 2 rooms, which share bathroom (with corner bath or shower). The room is equipped with TV. There is very nice kitchen, fully equipped with fridge, stove,plates etc.,...

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A Plus hostel | Privates from: $15.69 - £8.52 - €12.69 | Dorms from: $8.63 - £4.69 - €6.98
The newly Hostel A Plus is located in Prague‘s historical center, just five (5) minutes walking distance from Wenceslas Square or the Old Town Square. We offer very affordable accommodation in the city center (starting CZK 220, breakfast incl.) and a huge accommodation capacity…

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Hostel V Podzamci | Privates from: $14.12 - £7.67 - €11.42 | Dorms from: $11.76 - £6.39 - €9.52
Welcome to one of the smallest hostels in Prague. Hostel V Podzamci is a cozy haven in the big city for backpackers looking for a home away from home. Even though the hostel is not located in the historical part of the city it is within walking distance of the metro and very accessible by bus (about...

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Luca Apartments | Privates from: $23.53 - £12.78 - €19.04
In Luca Apartments we have been arranging accommodation for Prague visitors already more than five years. We are engaged mostly in the accommodation services in private rooms and private apartments of the best quality in Prague centre. All our apartments are located in the most attractive parts of P...

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Apartments ROSE 1,2,3. | Privates from: $29.41 - £15.98 - €23.80
The apartments are situated in a newly renovated block of flats in Prague 3 - Zizkov. There are many shops,restaurants and bars nearby with the city centre close by. The dominating feature of this part of the city is the famous statue of Zizka and the TV tower with a viewing platform. Our apar...

 

Pension Dum_anna | Dorms from: $25.49 - £13.85 - €20.62
Our family pension Dum Anna (House Anna) is situated in a quiet part of Prague, close to the centre (approx. 10 minutes by tram). To our guests we offer accommodation for 12 persons in double or triple rooms. The capacity of our pension enables us to look fully after you - our guests. To fulfill you...

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OZ Apartment Hotels Praha | Privates from: $18.54 - £10.07 - €15.00 | Dorms from: $18.54 - £10.07 - €15.00
Brand new hostel directly in the heart of Praha, just few min walk from the major sightseeing spots. Very convienient location, opposite Narodni trida subway station. All rooms are newly furnished and very spacious. Fullu equipt kitchen, tv, bathrooms. Linen and towels provided, washing/drying machi...

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Golden Sickle Hostel | Privates from: $0.90 - £0.49 - €0.73 | Dorms from: $13.72 - £7.46 - €11.10

Come over and stay with us, we are right in the city centre! 10 mins away from the Main Train Station, 2 minute walk from Wenceslas Square, you will have the whole city a walking distance straight from your bed. Experience our friendly atmosphere and stay at an ideal meeting place for travelers in...

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A1 Hostel & Hotel | Privates from: $11.76 - £6.39 - €9.52
A1 hostel is one which has a friendly attitude and we are in the court of an old corridor house.

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Apartments Ve Smeckach | Privates from: $19.61 - £10.65 - €15.86
Our apartment is located in the center of Prague, 100 meters from Wenceslas Square.The apartment, with its clean and comfortable rooms, offers a homely and relaxing atmosphere. We offer quality accommodation: - Private Apartments (1 - 4 persons) - Doubles , triples and quads with shared bathroom..

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Strawberry Hostel Prague | Privates from: $27.19 - £14.78 - €22.00
Open from 10th July to 6th Sept. We offer affordable single and double rooms in our hostel situated in the heart of Prague…

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Boathouse hostel | Dorms from: $14.51 - £7.88 - €11.74
We are here for backpackers since 1991. We love them and we hope they like their Home away from home. Family style meals, warm and friendly atmosphere, a view for the river. In the nature, but only 20 min with the tram to the center and old town. Night tram all night. Relax, lot of beers and break...

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Beta Pension | Privates from: $9.80 - £5.33 - €7.93 | Dorms from: $9.80 - £5.33 - €7.93
Pension Beta is located in a residential area of Prague 2, close to the city centre. The Pension offers accommodation in 2, 3 or 4-bed rooms. On each floor are 6 rooms with 2 bathrooms and 2 WC separated for men and women . Reconstructed recently, in 2001, the building is connected well by publ...

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Apartment Centre | Privates from: $29.41 - £15.98 - €23.80
It´s situated in the heart of Prague, just 5-10 minutes by walk from main railway station, as well as to Old Town Square. Its perfect location offers quick and easy access to all major sight seeing. Facilities: - own kitchen facilities (just basic!) with a fridge - private shower and toilet - be...

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Hostel Center | Privates from: $20.78 - £11.29 - €16.82 | Dorms from: $16.47 - £8.95 - €13.33
CENTER hostel is situated in the CITY CENTER. It takes just 10 minutes on foot to the OLD TOWN SQUARE. The hostel is attractive also because of his location near the FRED and GINGER Dancing Building ('Charles Square' yellow line B - metro station). THE CENTER hostel is open every year only i...

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Petrinska Apartments | Privates from: $19.02 - £10.33 - €15.39
The Petrinska Apartments are just 7 minutes walk to the oldest and most beautiful bridge in Prague (Charles bridge), as well as the Old Town. We offer different types of rooms and every room has a bathroom, kitchen, refrigerator and TV. We can also arrange excursions and car rental. We will be gl...

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Hostel Centrum | Privates from: $12.36 - £6.72 - €10.00 | Dorms from: $9.89 - £5.37 - €8.00
Our hostel is located 5 minutes of walk from the historical centre of Prague in a building from the 18th century In 5 minutes you are at the Old Town’s Square. The location of the hostel is a perfect starting point and it interconnects all interesting places of Prague. No curfew. Hot water 24 hou...

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Hostel Vysocany | Privates from: $27.19 - £14.78 - €22.00
It is a nice place for wild young people, who dont mind to travel a little (15min.) to the city center, but enjoy a quiet part of the city with its hidden pubs and clubs, where you can find the real spirit of the city! The hostel is clean, IMPORTANT:All roorms have toilet and washing basinand fridge...

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Apple Hostel | Dorms from: $13.33 - £7.24 - €10.79
Conveniently located hostel in the heart of historical centre of Prague, just on the "Námìstí Republiky", next to the "Municipal House" ("Obecní Dùm"). In 5 minutes by walk you can reach Old Town Square Staromstskst). For its location is Hoste...

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Old Prague Hostel | Privates from: $23.48 - £12.76 - €19.00 | Dorms from: $16.69 - £9.07 - €13.50
ABSOLUTE CENTRE-Our newly reconstructed hostel is located in the city centre, in the centre of entertainment, historic sights and shopping centers. The word TAXI can be forgotten here. - 5 min walk from the Old Town Square - 5 min walk from the Wenceslav Square - 3 min walk from Námestí Republiky...

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Hostel Spoas | Privates from: $10.98 - £5.97 - €8.88

* HOSTEL SPOAS offers you cheap accommodation in PRIVATE ROOMS near the city centre of Prague, Czech Republic. * HOSTEL IS LOCATED only 4 stops by underground to Wenceslas Square - centre of Prague (5 minutes). You can reach Prague Castle, Old Town Square and all Prague highlights in few minutes...

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Art Prison Hostel | Privates from: $15.69 - £8.52 - €12.69
ART PRISON HOSTEL -perfectly located to provide the cheapest way to experience the most attractive part of Prague. 2-6 bedded renovated, refurbished rooms in former convent cells turned into secret police interrogation cells under communism. All rooms are with SHARED BATHROOM facilities, 100% NO-...

 

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More Background on Hostels-In-Prague.com

Hostels-In-Prague.com stands as a distinctive historical record and travel guide for the student and youth hostel scene in Prague during the early 2000s. Initially serving as a real-time booking platform and later reincarnated as an archival resource, it offers a detailed look at Prague’s vibrant budget accommodation landscape, the social trends that shaped it, and the web culture of an era that defined a generation of wanderers.

Historical Background and Ownership

First established around 2004, Hostels-In-Prague.com was created to curate and present affordable hostel options in Prague at a time when global backpacking was booming and digital bookings were becoming mainstream. The original site operated until approximately 2005. After a hiatus, the domain was acquired by a traveler and parent with first-hand appreciation—whose children had benefited from the site’s listings during their college years. The stated mission of this re-acquired version has been to preserve a “historical snapshot” of what Prague hostel travel looked like circa 2004–2005, particularly for youthful, budget-conscious travelers.

Ownership remains independent, with a strong nostalgic and documentary motivation rather than a commercial, ongoing booking service. The current site serves as an archive rather than an active business.

Vision and Goals

The core goals of Hostels-In-Prague.com have historically included:

• Providing affordable, trustworthy accommodation listings for students and young travelers.

• Highlighting Prague’s unique year-round appeal and introducing visitors to the city’s rich history and culture.

• Promoting vetted, genuinely affordable hostels over mass listings, ensuring quality and reliability.

Audience and Popularity

Target Demographic

The site was tailored specifically for:

• Budget travelers, notably college students, backpackers, groups, and families.

• Those seeking hostels with distinctive local character and social opportunities.

• Visitors looking for comprehensive yet concise information, with transparent prices and amenities.

Popularity and Cultural Relevance

Between 2004 and 2005, Hostels-In-Prague.com became a widely-used planning tool for youth travelers. Its curated listings and first-hand hostel recommendations aligned with the surge in European backpacking that followed the expansion of low-cost air travel and easier international travel in the EU. The site is fondly remembered in traveler reviews and forums of the era, recognized for delivering both practical advice and a sense of adventure.

In its revived, archival form, it attracts both nostalgic readers—those who traveled or studied abroad during its heyday—and younger travelers curious about how budget travel looked before the era of universal mobile connectivity and corporate hostel chains.

Hostel Listings: Details, Amenities, Location

Hostel Spectrum

The site listed over 19 hostels and apartments, each with individualized descriptions, practical information, and special features. Hostels and accommodations varied widely:

• From classic youth hostels and party-friendly dorms,

• To private apartments suitable for families or small groups,

• To more luxurious pensions, all in the context of central Prague.

Examples of listed hostels:

• Hostel Centrum: Located five minutes from the historical center, offering beds from under $9, newly renovated facilities, and close proximity to Wenceslas Square and Old Town.

• Hostel and Apartments Krakovska: Centrally located near Wenceslas Square, offering spacious private apartments for four or more people, equipped with kitchens, washing machines, and satellite TV.

• Rosemary Hostel: Family- and group-friendly accommodations in the very heart of Prague, a few minutes’ walk from key sights.

• Golden Sickle Hostel, Hostel ELF, Sokolska Youth Hostel: Popular for their social atmosphere and accessibility; ideal bases for solo travelers and groups wanting to meet others.

• Apartment B.M., Luca Apartments: Private apartments with full kitchens, living rooms, and amenities comparable to hotels, but priced for extended youth stays.

Location and Proximity

A hallmark of Hostels-In-Prague.com’s listings was the detailed proximity breakdown:

• Many hostels were within walking distance of Prague's top landmarks: Wenceslas Square, Old Town Square, Charles Bridge, the National Museum, Prague Castle, and Jewish Synagogue.

• Strategic placement near public transportation hubs (metro and tram) allowed for easy travel to and from the main train station, airport, and outlying neighborhoods.

• Information on nearby services—restaurants, bakeries, pubs, grocery stores, and nightlife—was included for most properties.

Amenities

Common features frequently highlighted included:

• 24-hour reception

• No curfew

• Free car or bike parking

• Linen/towel service

• Shared or private kitchens

• Secure lockers

• Social common rooms

• Availability of private and dorm rooms

• Key safety measures (especially for women and solo travelers)

Some properties even operated in historical buildings, with character-rich settings such as converted convents, 18th-century townhouses, or riverside boathouses.

Example Pricing (circa 2004–2005)

• Beds in dormitories often started below $10 per night.

• Private rooms ranged widely (from $9 to $30+), with family apartments up to $40 or more, depending on location and amenities.

• Prices were transparently listed in US dollars, British pounds, and euros.

Curated Content and Unique Features

Cultural and Historical Context

The website not only promoted hostels but also situated them in Prague’s storied past—from its Celtic foundations, medieval grandeur under Charles IV, through Nazi and Soviet occupations, and the post-1989 “Velvet Revolution.” This context enriched the appeal, reminding travelers that Prague was a city of evolution, resilience, and architectural contrasts.

Practical Advice

Sections such as “Backpacker’s Insurance” offered recommendations for affordable, youth-focused travel insurance, especially relevant to under-40s spending extended periods abroad. The site provided hints about local sights, customs, and even warned about cash-only establishments—details that could make or break a trip for inexperienced travelers.

Media Presence and Press Coverage

While Hostels-In-Prague.com did not achieve global media celebrity, it was often cited in travel forums, student guidebooks, and independent hosteling blogs as a go-to resource for real first-hand recommendations. It was prized for:

• First-generation online booking convenience before the rise of mega-portals.

• A “word-of-mouth” feel; many properties had been personally visited or verified.

• Readable, trustworthy, and jargon-free hostel reviews.

The site’s testimonials reflect its grassroots reputation, particularly among North American and European youth during the 2000s backpacker explosion.

Social and Cultural Significance

Democratizing Travel

Hostels-In-Prague.com was part of a broader democratization of European travel. As low-cost airlines and easier train/Schengen movement expanded opportunities for young people, hostels replaced more formal hotels—supporting extended stays, international student exchanges, and language immersion.

Prague’s hostel scene—vividly cataloged by the site—mirrored this transformation. No longer were such travels exclusive to wealthy or organized tour groups. The site’s listings disproportionately benefited students, solo travelers, and groups seeking both independence and affordability.

Impact and Legacy

The legacy of Hostels-In-Prague.com:

• Serves modern readers as a nostalgic archive of a golden era in indie travel.

• Inspires new hostel operators to prioritize individualized, character-rich accommodation.

• Reminds travelers of the thrill (and occasional inconvenience) of pre-app, pre-omnichannel discovery—when a single well-kept website or a printed guidebook could define an entire journey.

Awards and Achievements

There are no known official industry awards recorded for Hostels-In-Prague.com. Its status as a trusted “best of” in community and user-driven guides was its primary accolade. Several hostels featured on the site (e.g., Old Prague Hostel, Hostel ELF, Sir Toby’s Hostel) have won later international recognition in hostel awards (like Hostelworld’s HOSCARs), and their association with the site testifies to its discerning curation.

Representative User Experience

Travel reviews and recollections (archived and found in later web forums) echo the site's ethos:

• “Staying at Hostel Centrum in a building from the 18th century was nothing like the endless new developments I see today. Real history!”

• “Found a great group of friends at Golden Sickle Hostel… we went out every night and could walk back home together safely.”

• “Booked Rosemary Hostel and was surprised to get an actual apartment with kitchen—perfect for our group of study abroad classmates on a budget.”

These reflections exemplify not only the practical value but the community and adventure-centric culture that Hostels-In-Prague.com promoted.

Insights and Specifics

• Hostel diversity: Emphasized choices for every traveler—solo backpackers, couples, families, and groups all found suitable accommodations.

• Transparent, up-front pricing: Avoided hidden charges; cash payment often required, in line with the times.

• Atmosphere: Prioritized social interactions, self-catering, communal kitchens, and a do-it-yourself spirit over luxury.

• Preservation and adaptation: Many hostels operated in heritage structures, balancing comfort upgrades with preservation of old-world charm.

Press & Modern Presence

The archival version of Hostels-In-Prague.com is referenced as a case study in forums and occasionally in articles dissecting the evolution of online travel guides. Its focus on local ownership, vetting, and pride in quirky, nonstandard accommodations stands in contrast to today’s more homogenized mega-platforms.

Audience Reception and Reviews

Although formal review aggregation was rare at the time, user word-of-mouth was overwhelmingly positive:

• Reliable, straightforward information lauded as essential.

• Hostel operators often described as personal and attentive, sometimes welcoming returning “alumni” with discounts or special treatment.

• A few complaints centered on uneven amenities—but the transparency of descriptions helped manage expectations for frugal travelers.

 

Hostels-In-Prague.com is a time capsule of Prague’s student and youth traveler culture at the height of post-Communist transformation, burgeoning internet travel, and communal hosteling. From its carefully vetted listings, transparent advice, and historical consciousness, it offered a pathway into affordable but authentic Prague.

In its current reincarnation, it stands as a digital museum, a reference for travelers, scholars, and anyone curious about how the web and travel culture shaped an era.

 

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