Lesser Town or Old Town: where to stay in Prague?
Both are popular bases in Prague. This is how their hotels compare, using guest ratings for 41 hotels in Lesser Town and 82 in Old Town.
| In short | Lesser Town | Old Town |
|---|---|---|
| Ranked hotels | 41 | 82 |
| Average guest rating | 9.0 | 8.8 |
| Rated 9 or higher | 61% | 40% |
| 5-star hotels | 8 | 17 |
| 3 stars or fewer | 4 | 13 |
| Median distance to the centre | 1.5 km | 560 m |
| Average location score | 8.1 | 9.3 |
In short
- Hotels in Lesser Town rate higher: 9.0 on average against 8.8 in Old Town.
- Lesser Town has the larger share of hotels rated 9 or higher (61% vs 40%).
- Old Town has more hotels to choose from (82 vs 41).
- For a 5-star stay, Old Town has 17 hotels against 8 in Lesser Town.
- For a tighter budget (3 stars or fewer), Old Town has more options: 13 vs 4.
- The typical hotel in Old Town is closer to the city centre (560 m vs 1.5 km).
- The two areas are about 1.3 km apart.
Best-rated in Lesser Town
Alchymist Prague Castle Suites Hotel
- Free Wi-Fi
- Airport transfer
- Swimming pool
Exceptional 62 reviews 1.7 km
Best-rated in Old Town
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FAQ: Lesser Town vs Old Town
Which has better-rated hotels, Lesser Town or Old Town?
Lesser Town: its 41 hotels average 9.0 out of 10, against 8.8 for the 82 hotels in Old Town.
Where are there more budget hotels, Lesser Town or Old Town?
For a tighter budget (3 stars or fewer), Old Town has more options: 13 vs 4.