Your stay — Palác
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The Property — Palác
Palác is a solid 3-star hotel in a 19th-century building right on Olomouc’s main square, Upper Square. The lobby feels like an old-fashioned Central European coffee house – dark wood, high ceilings, a bit of worn elegance. Its USP is location: you step out onto a UNESCO-listed square with a plague column and tram lines. It works best for budget-conscious travellers who prefer a central base over modern amenities.
Chronicles of Olomouc
Olomouc was a royal capital of Moravia and one of the most important fortified cities in the Habsburg monarchy. Its architectural core is a mix of Gothic, Baroque and Renaissance buildings, shaped by centuries of Catholic rule and a Swedish siege in the 1640s. The Holy Trinity Column, a UNESCO World Heritage site, stands as a monument to recovery after the plague. Today the city is a laid-back university town, with a small but lively cultural scene centred on its squares and cafés. It punches above its weight for heritage, without the tourist crush of Prague.
Best Time to Visit
Full Olomouc guide →Best months
May, June, September. Warm weather (20-25°C), long daylight hours, and fewer visitors than July-August. The Flower Festival in late April/early May adds colour.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak. The city hosts the Olomouc Summer Music Festival and various outdoor events. Hotel prices rise 20-30% from shoulder season, driven by domestic tourists and student travellers. August can be hot (30°C+) and humid.
Budget shoulder season
Late April and early October are best budget months. April still has cool days (10-15°C) but avoids crowds; early October offers mild weather (15°C) and lower rates by 15-20%.
Weather & packing
Olomouc can have sudden summer thunderstorms, so a waterproof jacket is essential. Always pack layers: mornings can be 14°C even on a 30°C July day.
Live City Briefing — Olomouc
- The main square tram stop is being upgraded until late 2026 – expect minor detours along tram lines 1, 4 and 5.
- A new craft beer bar, Pivnice U Kocoura, opened in March 2026 near the St. Wenceslas Cathedral, offering local Moravian brews.
- July 4 weekend coincides with the Olomouc Summer Music Festival – expect more street performers and crowds around the square.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Palác, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing the inner courtyard. These upper levels avoid street rumble and have less foot traffic noise from the lobby and restaurant.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor (directly above the lobby and bar) and any room facing the main street in Olomouc's centre — the bar noise and early delivery trucks will disturb light sleepers.
Best views
Upper-floor rooms on the courtyard side offer a view of the inner block (quiet, green) rather than the main road. Street-facing rooms see the historical tram line and pedestrian street below.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest — furthest from ground-level activity and insulated by empty guest floors above.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits on a main thoroughfare in Olomouc's centre. Expect tram rumble and pedestrian chatter from early morning to late evening. Lift noise resonates through the thin partition walls typical of a 3-star building.
Insider tips
1) Ask for a courtyard-facing room at check-in — they're quieter and often cost the same. 2) If driving, the nearest 24-hour car park is a 5-minute walk; don't rely on on-street parking without paying for a zone ticket.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Palác
Free for all guests; speed is adequate for streaming (around 30 Mbps down, 10 Mbps up); login via room number and surname (no time limit).
One lift serves all three floors from ground level; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital PressReader access via lobby computer (no in-room newspapers); the hotel occupies a former 19th-century bank building with original marble staircase and vaulted lobby.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop available from 10:00 if room not ready. Late check-out until 12:00 is free (subject to availability); after 12:00 charged 50% of the night rate.
Free and available for same-day drop-off and collection, held behind the front desk (not a locked room but supervised during desk hours 07:00–22:00).
Ground-level entrance with ramp (no automatic door); lift fits a standard wheelchair; no grab rails in all bathrooms – only in accessible room on ground floor (call ahead to reserve).
on-site courtyard parking for 8 cars: 250 CZK per night (reservation mandatory). Nearest public car park: 'Parking Olomouc – Šantovka' (5 min walk), 30 CZK/hour, 150 CZK for 24h. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 21 CZK per person per night (only payable in cash at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; a refundable credit card hold of 500 CZK is taken at check-in for incidentals
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Kaple Panny Marie Opatrovnice (100 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Kaple svatého Františka z Assisi (171 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: sv. Václav (188 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: sv. Anna (208 m · ~3 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Galerie Moritz — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Biskupské nám. — 153 m · ~2 min walk
Arcidiecézní muzeum — 204 m · ~3 min walk
Divadlo hudby — 473 m · ~6 min walk
Dětský koutek Bambule — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Komerční banka — 191 m · ~2 min walk
Lékárna Na Letné — 781 m · ~10 min walk
Potraviny - večerka — 52 m · ~1 min walk
Tržnice, plocha — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Czech Koruna, CZK
Best rates at exchange offices in the city centre (e.g., around Horní náměstí); avoid airport or main train station bureaux which charge high margins.
Cards (Visa/MC) widely accepted in shops, restaurants and hotels; contactless common; small stalls and some cafes may be cash-only.
Round up the bill or leave 10% in restaurants; taxi drivers and hotel staff do not expect tips but rounding up is fine.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or espresso at a café-stand – about 35–50 CZK.
Lunch menu (denní menu) at a pub or bistro – typically 110–150 CZK including soup and a main.
Main course of Czech classics (e.g., svíčková, goulash with dumplings) in a hospoda – 150–200 CZK.
Lángos or trdelník stalls near Horní náměstí; cheaper eats at the covered market in the lower square (Dolní náměstí) on weekdays.
Tesco, Albert, Billa, Lidl – all common in Olomouc, with Lidl often cheapest for basics.
Shopping centres like Olympia or Haná Galerie have C&A, H&M, and local chains; the city centre has independent boutiques but pricier.
Cheapest: 24-hour public transport ticket (90 CZK) covering trams and buses; from the airport you need a student/bus from Olomouc main station – no airport in town; budget way is a bus from Ostrava or Brno stations.
Eat lunch specials (denní menu) for big savings; fill water bottles at public drinking fountains around the centre; buy a 24-hour transport pass only if you ride trams more than 3 times in a day.
Good to know — Olomouc
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$1 ≈ Kč21.22 · CZK
Emergency Contacts
OlomoucWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Olomouc, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Palác
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Komerční banka — 191 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Lékárna Na Letné — 781 m · ~10 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Olomouc Main Station (Hlavní nádraží) → Hotel U Kameňa (stop U Kameňa)
💡 Buy a 30-min ticket (20 CZK) from yellow machines at the station—cash or card. Validate it in the tram box immediately. The stop is directly outside the hotel; you'll see the hotel sign from the tram window.
Prague Main Station → Olomouc Main Station
💡 From airport, take bus 119 (32 min, 40 CZK) to Nádraží Veleslavín metro, then line A to Muzeum, then line C to Hlavní nádraží. The hotel is a 12-minute tram ride (line 4 or 6) from Olomouc station—use PID app. Avoid trains with 'R' prefix; they're slower.
Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) → Hotel U Kameňa, Olomouc
💡 Book via Bolt or local firm such as AAA Taxi for fixed price. Avoid drivers touting at arrivals—they often overcharge.
Prague Airport (Terminal 2 stop) → Olomouc Central Bus Station
💡 Catch the direct line 890—no change in Prague city. Book at regiojet.cz; seats cost the same online. Walk 10 mins from bus station to hotel via tram (line 2, stop Hlavní nádraží) or taxi ~80 CZK.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Palác?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing the inner courtyard. These upper levels avoid street rumble and have less foot traffic noise from the lobby and restaurant.
Which rooms should I avoid at Palác?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor (directly above the lobby and bar) and any room facing the main street in Olomouc's centre — the bar noise and early delivery trucks will disturb light sleepers.
Is Palác noisy?
The hotel sits on a main thoroughfare in Olomouc's centre. Expect tram rumble and pedestrian chatter from early morning to late evening. Lift noise resonates through the thin partition walls typical of a 3-star building.
Which rooms have the best views at Palác?
Upper-floor rooms on the courtyard side offer a view of the inner block (quiet, green) rather than the main road. Street-facing rooms see the historical tram line and pedestrian street below.
What are insider tips for staying at Palác?
1) Ask for a courtyard-facing room at check-in — they're quieter and often cost the same. 2) If driving, the nearest 24-hour car park is a 5-minute walk; don't rely on on-street parking without paying for a zone ticket.
What time is check-in at Palác?
Check-in at Palác is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Palác have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; speed is adequate for streaming (around 30 Mbps down, 10 Mbps up); login via room number and surname (no time limit).
Is there a city or tourist tax at Palác?
21 CZK per person per night (only payable in cash at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near Palác?
Lunch menu (denní menu) at a pub or bistro – typically 110–150 CZK including soup and a main.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Palác?
Cheapest: 24-hour public transport ticket (90 CZK) covering trams and buses; from the airport you need a student/bus from Olomouc main station – no airport in town; budget way is a bus from Ostrava or Brno stations.
When is the best time to visit Olomouc?
May, June, September. Warm weather (20-25°C), long daylight hours, and fewer visitors than July-August. The Flower Festival in late April/early May adds colour.
Top Attractions in Olomouc
💡 Enter from the cathedral side via the archway – there’s a small gate that leads to a hidden courtyard with original 12th-century stonework and a view over the city rooftops.
💡 Bring bread for the ducks and watch for the ring-necked parakeets that roost in the big plane trees near the lake – they’re loud but fun.
💡 Go at sunset when the stone catches warm light and the square is quieter. The astronomical clock nearby does a mini show on the hour.
💡 Stand right in front at 12 noon for the full chiming display. The mosaic tiles depict famous Czechs, so look out for the Jára Cimrman panel – he’s fictional but treated as local hero.
💡 Check the church noticeboard for occasional free choir concerts. The crypt smells of old stone and wax – bring a jumper as it’s cool even in summer.