Plzen Hotels

About Plzen

The city of Plzen (Plzen) is situated in the Plzen basin on the confluence of
four rivers - Mze, Radbuza, Uhlava and Uslava; the river resulting from the confluence is called Berounka.

Plzen History

The New Town of Plzen was founded at the confluence of four rivers - Radbuza, Mze, Uhlava and Uslava - following a decree issued by the Czech king Wenceslas II. He did so in 1295. Since the very beginning, the town became a busy trade center located at the crossroads of two important trade routes.

In the 14th century, Plzen was the third largest town after Prague and Kutna Hora. It comprised 290 houses on an area of 20 ha. Its population was 3,000 inhabitants. In the 16th century, after several fires that damaged the inner center of the town, Italian architects and builders contributed significantly to the changing character of the city. The most renowned among them was Giovanni de Statia. The Holy Roman Emperor, Czech king Rudolf II, resided in Plzen twice between 1599-1600. It was in the time of the Estates revolt. He fell in love with the city. He even bought two houses neighbouring with the town hall and had them reconstructed according to his taste.

Later, in 1618, Plzen was besieged and captured by Count Mansfeld's army. Many Baroque style buildings dating to the end of the 17th century were designed by Jakub Auguston. Sculptures were done by Kristian Widman. The historical heart of the City - almost identical with the original Gothic layout - was declared protected historic city reserve in 1989.

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Plzen Hotels

Accommodation in Plzen Area

Hotel Best Western Panorama Plzen ****

The Panorama Hotel is located close to the centre of the City of Plzen, near to the key peripheries, nevertheless in a peaceful surrounding of a residential neighbourhood, directly next to the Kosutka Lake and a park.

Hotel Victoria Plzen ***

Hotel Victoria in Borska street in Plzen was built in 1992. It is a renewed bourgeois house from the beginning of the twentieth century, which is situated on the border of the towncenter (about 10 minutes walk from the towncenter).

Hotel Central Plzen ***

Hotel Central is Luxury 4 StarAccommodation in the City Center with full Comfort. Hotel Central Has 22 Single Rooms, 50 Double Rooms and 5 Suites. Advantageous location in the town centre with a view of historical square !

Hotel Roudna Plzen ***

The hotel is situated in one of the oldest quarters of Plzeň historical center. We offer accommodation in 15 single- to triple bed rooms with maximum overall capacity of 39 beds .

Hotel Vion Plzen **

Pension lies on the west subburb of Plzen, in Krimice, next to the international road 605. Located 4 kilometres from the city centre.

Hotel Gondola Plzen ****

The Gondola Hotel, formerly known as the Rosso Hotel, has been redesigned recently by its new owner, Lukrécius plc. The number of rooms has increased to 14 with the overall capacity of 26 guests. Each room is equipped with air conditioning with individual settings ...

Hotel York Plzen ****

The arched breaking up of the interior with wooden elements delivers a very individual atmosphere. The hotel was opened in 1993. 2 single, 21 doble rooms completely furnished, with shower and WC, with additional bed possibility

Hotel Hajek Stahlavice Plzen ****

The Hajek Areal offers you a wide spectre of services for your rest and attractive entertainment for your free time. three star hotel with a restaurant, bungalows and autocamp. Hotel - Calm, clean and quiet hotel in the middle of the forrest..