Truly reminiscent of Prague’s historic heritage, the Mandarin Oriental is housed in a carefully restored monastery dating back to the 14th century. Renowned for its ancient architecture this Bohemian capital holds a unique fascination having been hidden for forty years behind the Iron Curtain. Like an uncut diamond it dazzles, luminating the cobbled streets of Mala Strana polished by centuries of carriage wheels.

From Gothic to Baroque to Renaissance, admire its traditional Czech craftsmanship graciously combined with stylish contemporary design and subtle Asian touches. 99 luxury rooms and suites provide a world of good in a heavenly space, each with special individual features such as elaborate Baroque arches, vaulted ceilings, tall windows and passé parquet floors. State of the art amenities including 32” LCD screens in all bedrooms, 15” LCD screens in all bathrooms, high speed internet connection, a HDTV theatre system, CD and DVD player enhance the already lavish interiors in rooms fit for royalty.

However it is the scintillatingly beautiful spa which provides the perfect place for your journey toward equilibrium between body, mind and spirit. With your body a temple for your soul it seems appropriate The Spa at Mandarin Oriental is the only one in the world located in a former Renaissance chapel. During the restoration the ancient remnants of a gothic church were discovered and have been preserved as a historic feature under a glass floor, affording guests total privacy whilst professional therapists guide them through personalised treatments and into a perfect state of well being.

From one serene setting to another, meander down the charming city streets where things to see and do and places to shop and dine are a plenitude; whatever the choice you will be sure to enjoy the essence of Prague.

For those who wish to escape back to the retreat, the intimate Essencia restaurant, crowned by vaulted Renaissance ceilings offers authentic Asian and exquisite European cuisine prepared by a multinational kitchen led by Executive chef Ari Munanda. Relax in the low-key urban atmosphere at BAREGO, a chic rendezvous whose back-lit bar and Asian accents make it the ideal place for an energetic evening cocktail, light bite or late night liqueur. Read your favourite column among beautiful Baroque columns at the Monastery Lounge, the place to be for classic afternoon tea in an old world setting.

A rare and romantic beauty, there is no doubt that the Mandarin Oriental Prague is a polished jewel in a city of treasures.