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CODA Restaurant

This refined restaurant offers a dining experience that blends contemporary flavours with a warm, inviting atmosphere. Known for its thoughtfully crafted menu and elegant presentation, CODA is a destination for guests seeking elevated cuisine and attentive service in a stylish setting.

Complementing the restaurant is CODA’s rooftop terrace, a standout feature that provides sweeping views and an intimate open-air ambience. Ideal for sunset cocktails, special occasions, or relaxed evenings under the stars, the terrace adds a distinctive sense of place that makes every visit memorable.

Papilio

The 2025 Michelin Guide saw the Czech Republic receive its first-ever two stars. The restaurant in question? Papilio. Breaking ground from its home within a former castle stables, this elegant establishment features an original vaulted ceiling contrasting with an open kitchen, from where you can watch maestro Jan Knedla do his finest work (although as the chefs frequently engage with diners, there’s little sense of a fourth wall here). Menus feature six, eight or 10 courses, all inspired by Knedla’s childhood, with an emphasis on native produce that extends to the wine list. In the colder months, the pure white palette, accented by royal blue butterfly imagery is restful and calming, while the terrace provides some of the most enviable sun-drenched tables in the summertime.

La Degustation Bohême Bourgeoise

While Papilio represents the hottest reservation of the year, La Degustation Bohême Bourgeoise is one of the most established fine-dining addresses in the city. Found just off the Old Town Square, it’s a veteran of the scene, having held its Michelin star for several years. Historic, and formal without feeling stuffy (think chandeliers and glass wine cabinets), the restaurant’s service is polished yet personable. A lunch and dinner service is available daily, showcasing an array of ingredients curated by the farmers, foragers and hunters who partner with the restaurant. Dishes can be paired with wine from the extensive collection, and creatively designed non-alcoholic beverages, featuring fruits, vegetables, herbs and nuts.

Levitate

Levitate represents a more experimental strand of Prague’s fine-dining scene. It invites you to levitate further north, to the Nordic shores, from which the chefs adopt techniques, and from which the design takes inspiration (dining here is styled to feel akin to being in Scandinavian nature). But the flavours you’ll experience at Levitate are more synonymous with Asian flavours, and head chef Christian Chu’s own homeland. The philosophy at Levitate is rooted in moderation and responsibility, with a playful approach to the element of surprise. However, there is a grounding element in the belief that all ingredients should be recognisable to the diner — so the surprise comes in combinations and presentation, rather than in wondering what’s actually on your plate!

Terasa U Zlaté Studně

Not only does this restaurant boast some of the city’s finest food, but it also proffers some of the best views, especially from the panoramic terrace. Refined and romantic (a private gazebo table can be booked in the palace gardens), the well-established Terasa U Zlaté Studně has fresh new flair since the arrival of Executive Chef Lukáš Hlaváček, an alumnus of many London-based Michelin-starred establishments. A la carte and tasting menus include classic luxury items, such as black caviar, pate foie gras, beef tartare, truffle and lobster. Unlike many other fine dining restaurants, and since it’s part of a five-star hotel, Terasa U Zlaté Studně serves breakfast too, inviting guests to sample the national morning speciality of veal sausage.

Alma

Launched just a couple of years ago, this avant-garde haunt found its home in an interwar former arthouse cinema — the perfect setting for one of the city’s effortlessly trendy eateries. There’s a wine bar in the backyard, and if you prefer something not quite as strong, you can sip on homemade fruit co-ferments. Chef Petr Židek is at the helm, creating small plates and mains, such as roasted celeriac with burnt cream emulsion, mustard, lovage, apple and walnuts; spätzle with mushroom sauce, grilled and pickled mushroom, shallot and wild capers; and smoked almond ice cream with sour cherries and white chocolate chips. Lunch is served in the restaurant from Monday to Saturday, with a nightly dinner service. Alma also has a cafe, wine shop, and a wine bar attached.

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Under the guidance of chief architect Marek Tichý, the renovation has preserved the building’s striking brutalist architecture while introducing a modern approach to hospitality. The hotel’s interiors integrate traditional Czech glass artistry and architectural elements, such as blown glass chandeliers, gilded light fixtures, and ornate ash wood posts. This careful restoration creates a sophisticated atmosphere where guests can enjoy the perfect balance of history, contemporary comfort, and local cultural immersion.

The hotel features 320 elegant rooms, suites, and serviced residences, where warm tones of dark wood are harmoniously contrasted with lighter elements, creating a peaceful sanctuary for guests. The design thoughtfully incorporates Czech influences, with glass artistry enhancing spatial lighting and room partitions. Guests will experience an immersive sense of place, with panoramic views of Prague’s iconic landmarks from various locations within the hotel.

When it comes to dining and drinks, Fairmont Golden Prague presents six diverse venues, each offering a unique experience. On the rooftop, Zlata Praha serves seasonally driven fine dining with breathtaking views of the city. For those in the mood for modern Asian cuisine, Golden Eye offers a sleek and cosmopolitan atmosphere, inspired by the 1970s, with stunning views of the skyline.

Coocoo’s Nest, located in the lobby, serves as a stylish social hub. Drawing inspiration from the Czech-American film One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, the venue will offer a mix of 1970s and contemporary artwork, providing a relaxed setting for coffee, light meals, or evening cocktails. For a taste of Czech beer culture, guests can head to Greenhouse, the hotel’s all-day venue, where they can enjoy local pilsner and snacks prepared on the Josper grill while enjoying river views.

Fairmont Golden Prague will also house one of the country’s most impressive art collections, showcasing pieces from the 1960s and 1970s alongside contemporary works. Notable pieces include René Roubíček’s chandeliers, which evoke thistle flowers, and Miroslav Hejný’s sculpted wooden colonnades. These artistic treasures add an extra layer of depth and character to the hotel, making it a true work of art in itself.

The hotel’s 1,400 sqm Fairmont Spa & Wellness centre offers a luxurious respite for guests. Combining nature, technology, and holistic healing, the spa features five treatment suites, three saunas, a steam bath, and a world-class fitness studio. The L-shaped pool is a one-of-a-kind feature in central Prague, blending indoor and outdoor spaces for a truly immersive experience.

For those seeking an elevated level of service, Fairmont Golden Prague offers the exclusive Fairmont Gold experience. This ‘hotel within a hotel’ provides unparalleled privacy, personalised service, and access to a private lounge, where guests can enjoy a complimentary healthy breakfast, afternoon tea, evening canapés, and late-night desserts.

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Hotel Details

Small in size at only 17 rooms and 2 suites, the property is petite but perfectly formed, and whilst away from the centre in complete privacy you are only a five-minute walk to the Charles Bridge and 15 minutes into the main town square so you can have the best of both worlds when you stay.

Ambiance & Check In

The hotel is tucked away up a cobbled lane so you might be forgiven for struggling to find it first time around. Walk straight uphill from the Czech Parliament and follow a cobbled lane to the right and at the end of the lane lies the Golden Well Hotel.

Enter through the courtyard with the well still visible to your left, ahead of you is the reception, go through the door and pull back the velvet curtains into the small homely reception area.

Check-in is a personal affair, with the feeling of arriving at a long-term friend’s house rather than a hotel. The usual documents are taken, refreshing hand-towels are given, a swipe of the credit card and maps and ‘what to do’s in Prague’ are provided. A nice little finishing touch is that we were presented with a voucher for two classic cocktails which we could enjoy in the bar during our stay which appeared to be part of the process for all guests.

The Rooms

There are three room types and two suites. (Superior, Deluxe, Grand Deluxe). We stayed in room 21, which was a Superior with a view out to the Royal Rose Garden and city beyond. The room has a feel of a royal retreat, not surprising given the proximity to the castle.

Superior rooms come with a king-sized bed, which was incredibly comfortable I was out like a light. Writing desk if you are feeling in the creative mood and lots of other little extras and wooden floors and rugs which give the room a traditional finish. The usual well-stocked mini bar, television with large amount of channels and safe were all present and correct.

The Bathroom

The bathroom was generously proportioned, modern and clean, completed in a mix of tiles and marble. Ahead of you is a large wash basin, and to the left bath with rain shower and separate paddle shower. Bathroom amenities were Molton Brown and six large bottles were provided.

I love gadgets, and yes, I was fascinated by the Japanese electric toilet, which took ‘spending a penny’ to the next level.

Some of the practical things I liked

The room had its own iPad directly connected to the internet. I am seeing this more and more now in luxury hotels and it’s certainly a good idea if you need to check something online and don’t want to start pulling out laptops or trying to get onto the hotel’s wifi (which was free for reference). One bedside table had an iPhone charger/sound system.

Some of the finishing touches

The room had so many little finishing touches …..where do you start? Whilst I almost expect a Nespresso in every room I stay at now, it is always a welcome sight to see proper coffee-making facilities. A bowl of fresh fruit was on the dresser table on arrival.

Turn Down Service

An evening turn-down service was given during our stay and we came back from dinner out to the bed turned down and bottled water and cakes on the bedside tables and the curtains drawn.

Other Parts of the Hotel

The hotel is small, so there are not the usual plethora of spa, gym and other communal areas you get in larger properties, but you really don’t need it here it’s perfect just the way it is.

Opportunities to see the building’s historical past are visible throughout the property. Open plaster walls are visible in the stairs to the first floor.

Club Lounge

A stay at the hotel does grant access to the club lounge, decked out with art-deco settee and sideboard. There is a business centre with refreshments provided throughout the day and extended refreshments provided daily between 4 pm and 6 pm.

Restaurant Terasa U Zlate

Few restaurants in Prague offer such a winning formula as Terasa U Zlate, the hotel’s restaurant, award-winning for both its food and views.

The restaurant is a destination in itself, attracting Prague’s elite. It would be in the city’s summer months when the restaurant can be taken to its full advantage with outdoor dining and cocktail terraces providing breathtaking views across the city’s rooftops. Breakfast is also served here and what a great place to start the day!

Being limited on time didn’t manage to eat in the restaurant, but we did drink the hotel’s welcome cocktails in the rather cute little bar next to the restaurant.

Afternoon Tea

Between 4 and 6 each day a free afternoon tea buffet is served in the club lounge, providing a wide selection of teas, coffee, light hors d’oeuvres and cakes.

Final Thoughts

This hotel was just what I was looking for in a retreat from a day exploring one of Europe’s prettiest cities. It has all the modern conveniences you need, but its historical charm and superior attention to detail place it firmly at the top in Prague hotel terms, a must-stay in this charming city.

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