Location. The Hotel Metamorphosis Excellent is located in Prague, Czech Republic, 50 metres from the Old Town Square. The Jewish Quarter is 80 metres away and Charles Bridge is 400 metres away. Namesti Republiky station is situated 200 metres from the hotel. Hotel Features. Set in the historic Ungelt courtyard, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the boutique Hotel Metamorphosis Excellent occupies a traditional property dating from the 14th century. The hotel's multilingual concierge is on hand to offer sightseeing assistance, and there are newspapers and complimentary wireless Internet access in the hotel lobby. Secure and valet parking is available onsite (surcharge), and there is room service during restaurant opening hours.

The Hotel Metamorphosis Excellent houses the Club Restaurant located in the hotel's UNESC0-listed cellar, dating from the 12th century and finished with exposed stone ceilings. The informal Metamorphosis Terrace and Café opens to a summer terrace and serves a range of Italian and Czech dishes. A complimentary buffet breakfast is provided daily.

Three meeting rooms are available on site.

Guestrooms. The 21 air-conditioned guestrooms have traditional decor in soft neutral tones with rich fabrics and Italian-style furnishings. Amenities include complimentary wireless Internet, flatscreen televisions with satellite channels, minibars, and safes. Bathrooms are complete with complimentary toiletries, bathrobes, slippers, and hair dryers. Suites are finished with hand-painted 17th- century beams and are equipped with CD and DVD players, jetted tubs, and massage showers.

Expert Tip. Charles Bridge, located 400 metres from the hotel, is one of Prague's most famous landmarks, linking the Old Town and Prague Castle and crossing the River Vltava. Dating from the 14th century, the bridge is flanked by three historic towers and during the day, throngs with street performers and souvenir kiosks.

Room Types:

Deluxe room with queen bed:   One double and one twin bed. Decorated in warm shades with historical hand-painted ceilings or wooden beams, with soft, sumptuous fabrics. Balcony. Air conditioning, flat-screen televisions with cable channels, direct-dial phone, complimentary Internet, minibar, and coffee and tea facilities. Bathroom with separate bathtub and shower, designer toiletries, and hair dryer.

Deluxe room with double bed:   Three twin beds. Decorated in warm shades with historical hand-painted ceilings or wooden beams, with soft, sumptuous fabrics. Balcony. Air conditioning, flat-screen televisions with cable channels, direct-dial phone, complimentary Internet, minibar, and coffee and tea facilities. Bathroom with separate bathtub and shower, designer toiletries, and hair dryer.

Junior suite:   One double or two twin beds. Decorated in warm shades with historical hand-painted ceilings or wooden beams, with soft, sumptuous fabrics. Balcony. Air conditioning, flat-screen televisions with cable channels, direct-dial phone, complimentary Internet, minibar, and coffee and tea facilities. Bathroom with separate bathtub and shower, designer toiletries, and hair dryer.

Non Refundable Deluxe Room:   One double bed or two twin beds. Decorated in warm shades with historical hand-painted ceilings or wooden beams, with soft, sumptuous fabrics. Balcony. Complimentary high-speed Internet access. Flat-screen TV. Direct-dial phone. Coffee/tea maker and minibar. Complimentary toiletries and hair dryer.

Driving Directions: From Prague Ruzyne Airport (PRG): Distance to the Hotel Metamorphosis Excellent is 15 kilometres, approximately 25 minutes' drive.

Getting there. Registered taxis wait outside the Arrivals hall and cost approximately 750 CZK to the hotel. Minibuses depart from outside the Arrivals hall and run to Namesti Republiky square, in the city centre. The single fare is 90 CZK per person. Bus numbers 119 and 254 run to Dejvicka, the airport's closest metro station. The journey takes approximately 20-30 minutes, and single tickets cost 20 CZK (1 EUR). Prices are all subject to change.

Getting around. Prague's historic centre is compact and easy to explore on foot, as many roads are pedestrianised. There is an efficient and inexpensive public transport system, including trams, buses, metro, and a funicular railway. Tickets are available from tobacconists, stations, and many hotel reception desks, and can be used on all modes of transport. Five of the major metro stations have information offices, with schedules, maps, and directions.

Driving directions. From the Moldau River, head onto Revolucni Street and continue past the traffic lights straight onto Dlouha Street. Continue until reaching the Kotva department store on the right. Turn right as if turning into the parkhouse but continue around, following the street to the end. Turn right onto Rybna and immediately left onto Jakubska Street. At the end of the street continue through the gates into the Tyn Courtyard.