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Hotel At The Golden Scissors

A four-star hideaway of just 11 rooms on a quiet square beside the Charles Bridge, in the heart of Prague's Lesser Town.

  • A 1-minute walk from Charles Bridge
  • Breakfast praised by guests
  • Terrace restaurant on a leafy square
9 Perfect 1415 reviews Booking.com 9 · 1415 reviews

About

Hotel At The Golden Scissors

Hotel At The Golden Scissors occupies a charming corner of Na Kampe, a quiet, leafy square on the island just beside Charles Bridge. With only 11 rooms, it feels more like a private residence than a hotel, and the terrace restaurant spills onto the square, making it a natural spot for a drink or a meal after a day of sightseeing.

The rooms are individually furnished, with parquet floors, air conditioning, and views that range from the square to the castle. The attached restaurant is a highlight for many guests, serving a breakfast that reviewers repeatedly describe as superb. It is a small, personal base for exploring the medieval streets of the Old Town, all within easy walking distance.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

3 reasons to book
  • Location beside Charles Bridge — Set on a quiet square just steps from Charles Bridge, the hotel is at the heart of Prague's most walkable areas, with the Old Town's attractions within an easy stroll.
  • Intimate, personal service — With just 11 rooms, the staff can offer a level of attention that larger hotels can't, and reviewers consistently highlight their friendliness and helpfulness.
  • Highly praised breakfast — The attached restaurant serves a breakfast that guests repeatedly describe as superb, plentiful, and with good variety, served on a terrace overlooking the square.
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Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Price and service rated lower — Guests rate the price-to-value and service slightly lower than other aspects, suggesting that for the price paid, some may expect a bit more.
  • Small hotel, limited scale — With only 11 rooms, the hotel has limited capacity, which can make availability tight, and the small team may have less flexibility than larger properties.
  • Strict check-in window — Check-in is only available between 15:00 and 20:00, which may be inconvenient for travelers arriving late or with delayed flights.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Standard Double Room

  • 1 Double bed,2 Single beds,1 King-size bed

Superior Double Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Smoking
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Junior Suite

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Water view
  • Smoking
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Deluxe Suite

  • 1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed,1 King-size bed,1 Double bed
  • Castle View
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating

Suite

  • 1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed,1 King-size bed
  • City view
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • No smoking on site
  • Safe deposit box
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Food & Drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-bar
  • Free toiletries

Services

  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Housekeeping
  • Tours/ Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Cots

Room Features

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Parquet floor

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

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Perfect 1415 reviews

Guest-rated 9/10 from 1,415 reviews

Booking.com · 9 · 1415 reviews
Rooms and cleanliness8.0
Location9.0
Dining8.0
Price and service7.0
9Verified guest

“The location was perfect – literally a few steps from Charles Bridge. The staff were friendly and helpful, and the room was clean, comfortable, and quiet despite overlooking the pleasant square. Breakfast was superb, and the decor created a very cozy, romantic atmosphere. I definitely recommend it.”

9Verified guest

“I stayed three nights and enjoyed the attached restaurant, especially the great breakfast.”

9Verified guest

“The staff were so helpful and friendly. The bedroom was nice, comfortable, and bright. Great location just under Charles Bridge.”

9Verified guest

“Great location and friendly, helpful staff.”

9Verified guest

“Very helpful staff – they even showed us where to park for free. Excellent location (50 feet from Charles Bridge), free WiFi in the room, and it was very clean and peaceful.”

9Verified guest

“A very clean, welcoming, and friendly hotel in the center of Prague.”

04 — Location

Getting around Prague

The property sits in Prague.

Charles Bridge: The hotel sits literally steps from Charles Bridge, so you can cross the Vltava to the Old Town in under a minute. The bridge is most atmospheric early morning or late evening, before the day-trip crowds arrive.

Lesser Town (Malá Strana): The hotel is on Na Kampe, a quiet island square in the Lesser Town. This area is full of baroque palaces, gardens, and embassies, and is a short walk to Prague Castle up the hill.

Old Town (Staré Město): Across the river, the Old Town Square with the astronomical clock is about 10 minutes on foot. The Spanish Synagogue is a 15-minute walk, and the Museum of Communism is roughly 25 minutes.

Na Kampe 6/494, Prague, Prague Region, 118 00, Czechia

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

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Check-in
From 15:00-20:00
Check-out
By 08:00-10:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
10 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 15:00 to 20:00, and check-out is from 08:00 to 10:00.

Is parking available at the hotel?

Yes, parking is available on site. One guest noted that the staff showed them where to park for free nearby, so it's worth asking at the front desk.

Does the hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, the hotel has an attached restaurant and a bar/lounge area. Guests repeatedly praise the breakfast there.

Are pets allowed at the hotel?

No, pets are not allowed at Hotel At The Golden Scissors.

Does the hotel offer airport transfers?

Yes, a paid airport shuttle is available. You can arrange it through the hotel.

Is Wi-Fi available in the rooms?

Yes, Wi-Fi is available throughout the property, and one guest confirmed it works in the rooms.

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The bottom line

For travelers who value location and intimacy, Hotel At The Golden Scissors is a rare find: a quiet, characterful base steps from Charles Bridge, with a terrace restaurant that doubles as a neighborhood draw. The small size means personal service, though the strict check-in window and slightly lower value rating are worth weighing.

9Best for couples and those wanting a romantic, walkable base in Old Prague.

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