Prague Day 3 - Last day in Prague
10 am
After a quick walk from the centre we finally arrive at the Advantage Hostel. We introduce ourselves at the reception and wait in the small chill out room, for a good 10 minutes before Jakub, the manager, sits with us. At the corner of the room are 2 computers which provide 20 minutes of free internet. The Hostel opened in 1998 so is one of the first hostels in Prague. They are members of the YHA but do not depend on them. After a quick meeting, Jakub showed us the dorms on each floor. It is very clean and spacious. Reading lights are placed next to each bed and lockers in every room but there is carpet on the floor. Beautiful pictures of Prague made by the receptionist were hung on the walls. In the basement is a very kitsch restaurant from which the hostel is renting the service to offer free breakfast to their customers. After having a long tour we finally took off for the Czech Inn
12 pm
The Czech Inn Only 7 months old and already their reputation precedes them. It is in what use to be an old post office in which Matthias, the owner of Sir Toby’s, decided to build his new baby. Totally modern, the reception looks like an apple store, simple, modern and light. We introduced ourselves to Lenka, the reception manager, who took us for a tour. They have 130 beds divided in 5 floors. First floors are for dorms, the fourth and fifth are for private rooms and apartments.
They are always fully booked of course so it’s better to book in advance. They also have one of a kind bar/restaurant downstairs, where you can enjoy delicious but affordable menus and great beers. I know, it’s already affordable in general in Prague but here it is even cheaper. Don’t miss the happy hour, it is worth the money and the fun. You can also enjoy your drink or your meal on the patio outside. The tram station is next to the hostel and it only 5 minutes from the old town. Jowita and I agree. This place looks awesome!!
3 pm
After 5 tube stops and about half an hour walk, we managed to find the Hostel V. Podzamci. We were surprised
to find only tennis courts next to it. We only realised later that the hostel building actually belongs to the tennis club. It is a very basic accommodation hostel. Nothing fancy but good people, always ready to help. It opened in 1992 and is one of the oldest hostels in Prague.
4:30 pm
Located next to the train station and only 10 minutes from the old town, the Hostel Aparcay appears to be one of the most affordable hostels in Prague. After a quick briefing, we take a tour of the property. It is divided in 2 buildings 30 meters away from each other. The tram station is right in front of the hostel. One building has dorms and the other private apartments. Rooms are clean, cosy and designed. The manager has thought about every detail which could please the backpacker.
Comprehensive list of Prague Hostels
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