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“Cosy family run BnB in a quiet area. Interiors are full of traditional paintings and antiques. Rooms feature exposed stone walls and terracotta floors. Charming breakfast room for morning feasts. Reasonable rates and friendly owners. A great find for those in search of an 'authentic' experience.”

Hotel review

There’s nothing to advertise that you’ve arrived at the ‘House at the Big Boot’, not a sign nor a plaque, just a welcoming entrance hall lined with paintings and antiques, visible through the glazed front door. You wouldn’t want to miss it though. Staying at this enchanting home from home, owned and run since 1989 by the delightful Rippl family feels just like staying with friends. Simple white-painted and exposed stone walls, parquet and terracotta floors provide a backdrop for the antiques, pictures, rugs, mirrors, clocks, pots and books that fill the house. The 12 bedrooms (some of which interconnect and have kitchenettes) are all different, bursting with character and spotlessly clean. Public rooms include a charming vaulted breakfast room with stone walls, the setting for a daily spread, and a subterranean rumpus room, perfect for kids, whilst their parents will no doubt appreciate the honesty fridge.

Leonie Glass
Leonie Glass Review published: 31/10/2018

Recommended for

  • Local exploring

    • A charming and quaint BnB tucked away on a narrow lane, where the owners will give you insider tips on where to go in Prague.
  • Writing a novel

    • Popular with writers due to it's quiet location, excellent rates and homely feel.
  • Museums

    • Visit the wonderful art exhibit in Kampa Museum and stroll around the lovely quiet surrounding area.
  • Close to nightlife

    • Head into the Old Town and explore the many bars and restaurants on offer.
  • Sights nearby

    • Walk to the famed Charles Bridge and the magical Prague Castle.
  • Designer Shopping

    • Do some serious splurging on Pařížská street.
  • No restaurant

    • Breakfast room only
  • Free wifi

  • Good wine list

  • Full of character

  • Less £

  • Family Suites

  • Quiet

  • Owner managed

  • Downtown

  • Townhouse

  • Charming

  • Traditional

  • Child friendly

  • B&B

Facilities

  • No restaurant

    Breakfast room only
  • Good wine list

  • Family Suites

  • Free wifi

  • Wifi

  • Sitting Room

  • Child friendly

Activities

  • Museums

    • Visit the wonderful art exhibit in Kampa Museum and stroll around the lovely quiet surrounding area.
  • Close to nightlife

    • Head into the Old Town and explore the many bars and restaurants on offer.
  • Sights nearby

    • Walk to the famed Charles Bridge and the magical Prague Castle.
  • Designer Shopping

    • Do some serious splurging on Pařížská street.

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