ROOMS & SUITES: 52

The Aria Hotel is superbly situated in center of Prague, in the heart of the Mala Strana - or Little Quarter - district.

Mala Strana is the most picturesque district of Prague, known for its Baroque palaces and old houses. Little construction has taken place here since the 18th century and the area has retained much of its traditional character.

Buildings are decorated with statues and house signs that tell of the original use of the building, or the name of its original owner. The steep narrow streets and steps winding up towards the Castle have an air of romance and mystery, making the area a favorite location for film sets such as Amadeus, Mission Impossible, XXX and Blade. The Charles Bridge and St Nicholas Church are within 5 minutes reach, Prague Castle is a short 15-minute walk, and the Old Town Square, Jewish Quarter and Rudolfinium are just 20 minutes walk away across the Charles Bridge. Other Major tourist sites such as Wenceslas Square, The State Opera House and the National Theater can also be reached within 15 to 20 minutes.

Opened in 2003, the Aria Hotel is Prague's most unique 5-star hotel. The interior is the work of Italian architects Rocco Magnoli and Lorenzo Carmellini – known above all for their cooperation with fashion legend Gianni Versace. The 52 guestrooms and suites celebrate composers from every musical genre, including jazz, opera, classical, and contemporary. From the music library to the private screening room and the guest rooms, you can explore the Aria's array of imaginative opportunities to experience the joy of music. Rooms facing south, overlooking the baroque Vrtba Gardens and the Church of Our Lady Victorious, have the best views. All rooms offer high-speed Internet access and flat-screens. A collection of CD's, music DVD's, and music literature can be enjoyed in the hotel's music library or the privacy of a guestroom.

The rooftop restaurant offers panoramic city views during the summer months. Vrtbovska Garden, adjacent to the hotel and a popular attraction for Prague visitors, is visible from the hotel's fitness room. We recommended this hotel for Romance, Honeymoons, Weddings, Leisure and Business travel. Prague is lovely in October, when the Prague Jazz Festival attracts top talent. September and Christmas are also very nice, but it's best to avoid July and August if you have a problem with tourist crowds.

52 Superior Rooms, Deluxe Rooms and Junior Suites; 9 Deluxe Suites and Luxury Suites: The 4 guestroom floors of the Aria Hotel are each dedicated to a different musical genre: Jazz, Opera, Classical or Contemporary Music. Each of the 52 rooms and suites celebrates an individual artist or composer who was particularly influential in their genre from Dvorak to Elvis, Mozart to Billie Holiday. Each room offers original artwork, a selection of books and a flat screen computer with the biography of the honored artist as well as a collection of his music.

ACCOLADES & ARTICLES

Read New York Times article: 36 Hours in Prague

ARIA Hotel was chosen as a Best Luxury Hotel by
TripAdvisor® in its 2009 Travelers' Choice® awards:

1st place in category TOP 100 Best Luxury - World
1st place in category TOP 10 Best Luxury – Europe

LEISURE

On-site: A wellness center contains women's and men's locker rooms with steam rooms, a massage room, and a fitness room with cardio machines, free weights, and a Universal gym. Offering the atmosphere of a private club, the hotel's music salon is lined with hundreds of music-themed books. An extensive collection of CD's, music DVD's, and videos, along with comfortable leather seating and a high-definition plasma screen TV, is also available in the hotel's music library. The hotel's intimate entertainment chamber—the Music Box—includes a plasma-screen TV, DVD player, and surround-sound amplifiers for group screenings of up to six guests.

Nearby: Cultural/historic sites in walking distance. An ice-skating rink is formed in Old Town Square during winter. Running/walking paths lie along the Vltava (Moldava) River, and rowboats can be rented on the river during summer. Petøín Hill, accessible from the Little Quarter (Malá Strana) via a funicular railroad 600 meters (600 yards) from the hotel, contains a network of parks for walking, jogging and cycling.

EXPLORE

Church of St. Nicholas - 1 block
Church of Our Lady - 1 block
Charles Bridge - 300 meters (325 yards)
Wallenstein Palace - 400 meters (425 yards)
Loreta (historical church/shrine) - 1 km (0.5 mile)
Prague Castle - 1.25 km (0.75 mile)
Strahov Monastery - 1.25 km (0.75 mile)
Observation Tower - 1.75 km (1 mile)
Old Jewish Cemetery - 1.75 km (1 mile)
Old Town Square - 1.75 km (1 mile)
Wenceslas Square - 1.75 km (1 mile)
Powder Tower - 2.25 km (1.5 miles)
Municipal House - 2.25 km (1.5 miles)
National Museum - 2.5 km (1.75 miles)
Mozart Museum (Villa Bertramka) - 2.5 km (1.75 miles)

AIRPORT

Prague-Ruzyne International Airport (PRG)

HIGH SEASON

May through October

GETTING THERE

Underground parking at the hotel. The hotel also provides a complimentary chauffeur service from Prague Airport to the hotel, ensuring that guests arrive in style and with the minimum of stress. Email the hotel with your arrival information: stay@aria.cz

Getting around: Prague's compact historical center is best explored on foot. Public transportation is readily available and comprises the Metro (underground), buses, trams, and a funicular railway 600 meters from the hotel that climbs Petøín Hill. Tickets may be used interchangeably on all public-transit systems. The Metro stop nearest the hotel is Malostranská, 700 meters away. Taxis are available throughout Prague, but some drivers can be untrustworthy. Taxis summoned by hotel staff have reliable drivers.