One of the stunning things about Prague, the capital of Czech Republic is the unique blend of history that dates back to the 1400s and modern amenities of the present day. On a first visit to Prague, one feels transported back to a different century and with the over a hundred spires that dot the skylines, one is very likely to decide whether to spend a lot of time staring at the skies or enjoy the other sights the city has to offer.
The Mandarin Oriental, fondly called Hotel MO is located in Malá Strana, a quiet street that is close to a lot of tourist sites. It is located a few minutes from the 14th century Charles Bridge, close to the Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square, and also close to the Prague Castle. As a matter of fact, guests at the hotel can have amazing views of different parts of Prague from their rooms.
Prague has a rich history and the Hotel Mandarin Oriental embodies some parts of the history of Prague. The building that now houses the hotel was once a Gothic church, a Renaissance chapel and a Dominican monastery before being renovated to its present status as a 5 star hotel which offers a scintillating blend of modern décor and historic character.

My wife and I arrived at the Hotel Mandarin Oriental and we were attended too by an efficient staff that made our check-in smooth and without stress. Our luggage was transferred to our rooms before we got there, so we had some time to enjoy the view and the ambience of the hotel as we made our way to our ro...