Spa in the News
Mandarin Oriental, Prague Opens
its Doors in September
10 Jul 06 Hong Kong -- Mandarin Oriental will bring a
fresh note of Oriental flair and creative luxury to Prague when its
new luxurious hotel opens in the Czech Republic’s capital in September
2006. An introductory promotion offering three nights for the price
of two will be available during the opening months, providing exceptional
value for this new deluxe property.
Housed in a former 14th-century monastery, Mandarin
Oriental, Prague, is situated in the picturesque Mala Strana (“Little
Quarter”) district in the very heart of Prague’s historic
centre. A five-minute walk from the iconic Charles Bridge, the hotel
is nestled in a tranquil, charming neighbourhood of palaces, cobblestone
piazzas, churches and parks.
The hotel offers 99 guest rooms including 22 suites, the
most spacious and luxurious in the city, many with fine views of the
Old Town and the Prague Castle. Authentic historical details such as
high arched or vaulted ceilings and original parquet floors have been
preserved throughout the hotel. The rooms’ highly individual character
is underlined by graceful interior design, which sensitively marries
a soft natural palette with subtly opulent Eastern touches—sumptuous
textiles and exquisite handcrafted finishes. Each guest room features
two telephone lines with voicemail, high-speed internet access, as well
as two high-definition LCD television sets, one in the bathroom and
another in the bedroom (suites have an extra set.) Limestone bathrooms
with heated floors are furnished with essential oils and balms.
Two extensive specialty suites are the hotel’s crown
jewels. The vaulted Oriental Suite at the top of the former Renaissance
church (which also houses the Spa) is ideal for romantic escapes; the
top-floor Presidential Suite with its commanding views of the entire
city and the Castle boasts a large private rooftop terrace, a scenic
setting for al fresco soirées.
The signature Essensia restaurant is dedicated to the
twin pleasures of European and Asian flavours; the sleek, chic Barego
bar was created to become the best bar in the city, while the airy Monastery
Lounge tempts with afternoon tea and cocktails. A magnificent Grand
Ballroom with a high vaulted ceiling and state-of-the-art technology
is the centrepiece of the hotel’s event facilities, while several
smaller rooms offer additional meeting and private dining options.
The world-class Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Prague pampers
guests with an exclusive selection of healing and revitalizing rituals.
The spa is situated in a former Renaissance church and connected to
the hotel by a private underground passage. During renovations, remnants
of an even older Gothic church have been discovered; now preserved under
the spa’s glass floor, they add a truly unique dimension to the
spa’s evocative atmosphere of timeless serenity.
Reservations and interesting details about the property
can be found at www.mandarinoriental.com/prague.
About Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is the award-winning owner and operator
of some of the world’s most prestigious hotels and resorts, currently
operating 21 luxury hotels with a further 10 under development in Prague
(2006), Riviera Maya-Mexico, Hainan Island-China, Barcelona (2007),
Boston and Grand Cayman (2008), Dallas, Chicago, Las Vegas and Macau
(2009). In total, Mandarin Oriental now operates, or has under development,
almost 9,000 rooms in 16 countries with 14 hotels in Asia, 12 in the
Americas and five in Europe.
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