Seemingly in the middle of nowhere, Hotel Golf was quite heavenly. There are many things to love about it. Number one, the staff. The reception was friendly and helpful. I was able to check into my room an hour early once the room was ready and they helped me find key places on the map they give guests. The housekeeper was kind enough to show me how to use the elevator after I inquired, "Kde je vytah" in basic Czech. (See, learning a bit of the native language will go far.) Good thing, too, because it wasn't any elevator I'd ever encountered. She led me to what looked a door to a small room. You pulled on the handle and it swung open like a regular door versus pressing a button and having it slide open automatically. (You can also touch the moving front panel as the elevator glides up and down, so keep little ones away.) Once you reach your floor, don't wait for the door to slide open or you will be waiting a while. No worries if you do. Eventually, you'll remember since you had to pull the door open to enter, you have to push it open to exit. (Ask me how I know.)
My room was surprisingly lovely! The bed arrangement was nice with an extra pillow tucked on a shelf and the mattress felt like heaven. There was a rotating fan (Don't really need A/C with the large window that opens all the way or tilts a bit for ventilation.), coffeemaker, mini-bar, in-room safe, and a flat screen TV with English language news channels.
Now, the breakfast. THE BREAKFAST! It was heavenly, as well. The all-you-can-eat buffet had many options. There was more than one type of everything. There were several varieties of sausages, sliced meats, breads, pastries, cereals, fruits, spreads, and hot and cold beverages. The waitstaff was almost too attentive. They walked around clearing used plates, often asking whether or not you were done. You often had to work around one of the waiters as he stood and looked into already-full trays while guests were trying to serve themselves. All in all, there was something for everyone and you left satisfied.
The only downside was the location. It was far from the city center and there was nothing around. It would not have been so bad if there was at least a grocery or convenience store around to purchase a bottle of water or snacks. If you got hungry or thirsty, too bad for you. Hence, the mini-bar I guess. They also had a full-service restaurant on site that opened in the evenings. The upside is the tram stop is right out front and it's a 20-minute straight shot into the center.
A great find in a pinch, Hotel Golf was one of the best hotels I stayed in while traveling around Central Europe. read more