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Botel Albatros — Prague's first floating boutique hotel in Art Deco. On the Vltava since 1969
A floating boutique hotel in central Prague,
on the Vltava
Welcome to Botel Albatros—Prague's first floating hotel. It has been moored at Ludvíka Svobody Embankment since 1969, a few minutes' walk from Old Town Square and Charles Bridge.
After the refit, the interiors have been restored in the Art Deco of the 1930s. The historic architecture of the hull is preserved, and cabin comfort is current.
After the refit, the interiors have been restored in the Art Deco of the 1930s. The historic architecture of the hull is preserved, and cabin comfort is current.
First on the river
Albatros was launched in 1969 and hasn't left the Vltava since. Wake up to the soft movement of the river, ten minutes on foot from Old Town Square.
Art Deco float
Prague's only Art Deco floating hotel. The interiors—brass, warm wood, thin lines—carry the signature of the great ocean liners of the 1930s.
Modern comfort
Renovation 2025–2026: the original 1969 hull is preserved, mechanical systems and cabins reworked in Art Deco.
Central, but quiet
Just off the main tourist flow, but close to everything that matters. Within walking distance:
Old Town Square — 10 min
Charles Bridge — 15 min
Jewish Quarter — 8 min
Old Town Square — 10 min
Charles Bridge — 15 min
Jewish Quarter — 8 min
50.093502, 14.429599
1969 — Prague's first botel
The Albatros was launched in 1969, to a design by hotel architect Zdeněk Davídek. That's how the Prague tradition of "botels" — boat + hotel — began: an answer to the shortage of accommodation for the rising number of tourists, diplomats and business guests of the late 1960s. Admiral followed in 1970, Racek in 1971; the Albatros remained the first.
Part of the Prague skyline
Over half a century on the Vltava, the Albatros has become part of the Prague skyline. Moored between Štefánikův Bridge and Štvanice Island, in the early years it drew the city's elite—closed evenings, gatherings, conversations until dawn. That's what fixed its reputation as a place with a character of its own. The botel keeps the aesthetic it had on launch day, and leaves its door open to anyone who wants to see Prague from the water.
What guests say
Guests highlight the location in central Prague, at Ludvíka Svobody Embankment, and the work of the crew. Booking.com rating — 8.1; for couples — 9.2. Breakfast, views over the Vltava and the atmosphere of the floating hotel come up often. Cabins are snug — that's the nature of life on the water.
Hýžová
Close to the center
Amazing staff
Calm, quiet
Excellent breakfasts
Good beer
Amazing staff
Calm, quiet
Excellent breakfasts
Good beer
10.0/10.0
DJ Honis
Botel Albatros is located on the Vltava River with excellent accessibility.
Parking for guests is free, the interior will tell you that you are on board.
Food and drinks are absolutely fantastic, very pleasant service and an even more pleasant manager.
Czech cuisine and the chef has a very rich imagination and creative thinking.
A great restaurant for family gatherings or corporate meetings, you will not be disappointed.
Parking for guests is free, the interior will tell you that you are on board.
Food and drinks are absolutely fantastic, very pleasant service and an even more pleasant manager.
Czech cuisine and the chef has a very rich imagination and creative thinking.
A great restaurant for family gatherings or corporate meetings, you will not be disappointed.
5.0/5.0
Jane
Brilliant location and stunning views over the river.
Perfect for our stay in Prague.
Perfect for our stay in Prague.
10.0/10.0
Tereza
Everything was fine, very helpful staff, amazing location, a big advantage is parking.
I like to come back here.
I like to come back here.
10.0/10.0
Laura
Breakfast was lovely - lots of choice and very tasty.
Loved the idea of being on the boat but still central to the old town.
Loved the idea of being on the boat but still central to the old town.
10.0/10.0
Joseph
Good hotel in a great location, suited our needs and the staff were very friendly.
The rooms were comfortable for what we needed.
Value for money, thank you for having us, enjoyed our stay and would recommend.
The rooms were comfortable for what we needed.
Value for money, thank you for having us, enjoyed our stay and would recommend.
10.0/10.0
Ann
Great location, not too big, clean and comfortable and a bonus to be able to check in as soon as we arrived.
10.0/10.0
Martin Kaplic
The food and service were great. Accommodation by the water with a great view. The staff take good care of you.
10.0/10.0
Kreuzbergerová
We received the stay as a Christmas gift and were very satisfied. The staff were absolutely friendly and helpful.
The rooms were clean, breakfast was plentiful, there was really something for everyone.
Many thanks to the entire staff, we send huge praise.
The rooms were clean, breakfast was plentiful, there was really something for everyone.
Many thanks to the entire staff, we send huge praise.
10.0/10.0
Information for guests
Botel Albatros is within walking distance of metro and bus stops.
Metro. Náměstí Republiky (line B) is about 10 minutes on foot. From there, easy connections to Old Town Square, Charles Bridge, Prague Castle and Vyšehrad.
Bus. Several stops nearby, with additional routes across the city.
Tickets for public transport can be bought at reception—just ask the crew.
Metro. Náměstí Republiky (line B) is about 10 minutes on foot. From there, easy connections to Old Town Square, Charles Bridge, Prague Castle and Vyšehrad.
Bus. Several stops nearby, with additional routes across the city.
Tickets for public transport can be bought at reception—just ask the crew.
Václav Havel Airport is 16 km from Botel Albatros.
Taxi. 30–40 minutes. The reception crew will call a car on request, including at night.
Metro and bus. About 8–10 minutes on foot to Náměstí Republiky (line B), then metro to Zličín and bus 100 to the airport. Around 45–60 minutes in total.
Private transfer — on prior request. Send your flight time when booking, or write to reservation@botelalbatros.com.
Taxi. 30–40 minutes. The reception crew will call a car on request, including at night.
Metro and bus. About 8–10 minutes on foot to Náměstí Republiky (line B), then metro to Zličín and bus 100 to the airport. Around 45–60 minutes in total.
Private transfer — on prior request. Send your flight time when booking, or write to reservation@botelalbatros.com.
Check-in — from 14:00 until midnight. If you plan to arrive after 00:00, please let us know in advance. Early check-in is possible on request, if a cabin is already prepared.
Check-out — by 11:00. Late check-out — on request, may carry an additional charge.
At check-in: a passport or national ID and your booking confirmation. The lead guest must be at least 18.
Luggage storage is available around the clock at reception: you can leave bags before check-in and after check-out.
Check-out — by 11:00. Late check-out — on request, may carry an additional charge.
At check-in: a passport or national ID and your booking confirmation. The lead guest must be at least 18.
Luggage storage is available around the clock at reception: you can leave bags before check-in and after check-out.
Grand Salon. The dining room on board — Art Deco at its best, on the river. Czech and European cooking, by the season. Open daily for breakfast, lunch, dinner and quiet evenings by the Vltava.
Navigator Bar. Signature cocktails, Czech craft beer and wines by the glass on the upper deck.
Terrace. In the warm months — coffee in the morning, lunch by day, drinks in the evening. Right by the water, with a view over Prague's historic centre.
Navigator Bar. Signature cocktails, Czech craft beer and wines by the glass on the upper deck.
Terrace. In the warm months — coffee in the morning, lunch by day, drinks in the evening. Right by the water, with a view over Prague's historic centre.
Breakfast is served daily from 7:00 to 10:00 at Grand Salon. A buffet: hot dishes, pastries, fruit, espresso. Morning light falls through the large portholes — a quiet start to the day in central Prague.
In most rates breakfast is included in the cabin price; otherwise it can be added for 350 CZK per person.
For guests with an early checkout we prepare a grab & go breakfast on request, with at least 12 hours' notice. For allergies or special diets, please let us know in advance — the kitchen will adapt.
In most rates breakfast is included in the cabin price; otherwise it can be added for 350 CZK per person.
For guests with an early checkout we prepare a grab & go breakfast on request, with at least 12 hours' notice. For allergies or special diets, please let us know in advance — the kitchen will adapt.
Parking for guests
On-site parking for 30 cars and 2 buses — a rare benefit for a hotel in central Prague: your car stays by the side of the ship, no need to look for a space in the Old Town.
Per day:
Car — 475 CZK / 19 €
Motorcycle — 225 CZK
Bus — 975 CZK
Guests who book directly through botelalbatros.com receive a 50% discount on parking. Spaces are limited — please let us know in advance.
On-site parking for 30 cars and 2 buses — a rare benefit for a hotel in central Prague: your car stays by the side of the ship, no need to look for a space in the Old Town.
Per day:
Car — 475 CZK / 19 €
Motorcycle — 225 CZK
Bus — 975 CZK
Guests who book directly through botelalbatros.com receive a 50% discount on parking. Spaces are limited — please let us know in advance.
Luggage storage is open round the clock at reception: leave your bags before check-in or after check-out and carry on exploring Prague without them. For longer or special-care storage, please get in touch with the crew.
Contact & Location
Botel Albatros is moored at Ludvíka Svobody Embankment, in central Prague. Old Town Square and Charles Bridge are within walking distance; Prague Castle is a quarter of an hour by tram.
From Václav Havel Airport — metro, taxi or a private transfer on request.