Central Europe: Castles, Culture & Capitals

The accommodations selected for this adventure are a mix of three- and four-star hotels and a pension, each chosen for comfort and convenience. Listed below are the properties we usually use on this trip.



Prague: Hotel Lunik (nights 1-2)







On a quiet street in the Královské Vinohrady district, this traditional family hotel is just a few minutes’ stroll from the historic city centre. There’s free wifi (and a computer corner should you need it), plus the hotel lobby sells Nespresso coffee and cold alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.



Cesky Krumlov: Penzion Prelat (night 3)







Stay just a moment’s walk from a bend in the Vltava River and the historic centre of Cesky Krumlov with a night at Penzion Prelat. The historic, red-roofed building has been revamped with care taken to preserve its original charms, including antique furniture and wood-beamed ceilings in many of the rooms. There’s also a social area with a bar, where the group can gather and discuss their adventures.



Mikulov: Hotel Galant (night 4)







Kick back at this four-star in the centre of town. For a small entrance fee, there’s a wellness centre with an indoor pool for a quick dip, plus an open roof terrace with two whirlpools, deckchairs and views over the Mikulov landmarks. It also has two Finnish saunas, plus a small infrared sauna. Elsewhere, there’s a restaurant serving selected local wines and the hotel’s own homemade beer.



Bratislava: Hotel Bluebell (nights 5-6)







Offering comfortable rooms, the Hotel Bluebell is the ideal place to sink into for a couple of nights. It’s just a 10-minute walk to the centre of Bratislava, while each room comes with tea- and coffee-making facilities should you wish to simply relax.



Budapest: Hotel Andrassy (night 7)







In the capital of Hungary, we typically stay in Hotel Andrassy, a modern hotel in the city centre. Rooms are traditional and unfussy and have private bathrooms with a massage shower. You'll dine in the the Andrássy garden restaurant for breakfast.