Central Bohemia (Středočeský kraj) encircles Prague with a landscape of medieval castles, limestone gorges, UNESCO heritage towns, and pastoral river valleys. The region holds more castles per square kilometer than almost anywhere in Europe, anchored by the iconic Karlštejn Castle, the silver-mining heritage of Kutná Hora, and the forested wilderness of the Bohemian Karst.
Luxury hotels
Five-star and palace properties.
Chateau Mcely
Five-star château hotel in a restored 18th-century manor; 24 rooms; Michelin-level restaurant; forest spa; private park. Address: Mcely 49, 289 36 Mcely. Tel: +420 325 600 000. chateaumcely.com
Zamecky Hotel Konopiste
Four-star hotel adjacent to Konopište Castle; outdoor pool; spa; fine dining restaurant with game and Czech cuisine specialties. Address: Konopištská 2696, 256 01 Benešov. Tel: +420 317 742 711.
Hotel Villa Bohemia Průhonice
Boutique château-style hotel next to UNESCO Průhonice Park; spa; gourmet restaurant; 15 rooms only. Address: Průhonice 50, 252 43 Průhonice. Tel: +420 267 750 851.
Fine dining
Michelin-starred and chef-driven restaurants.