Carlo IV - The Dedica Anthology

With blue mosaic floors in the pool and a cavernous space in which to relax, the Carlo IV Wellness & Spa is a haven of relaxation and a surprisingly large space for a city spa. Swim in the 20-metre pool, immerse yourself in the hydromassage tubs, work out in the gym and relax in the sauna or steam room, taking in the subterranean vaults that house it all.

After you have had time to unwind, enjoy a collection of face and body treatments using the acclaimed [comfort zone] product line - famed for their use of natural and efficacious ingredients. They also offer specialist classes and therapies in the form of oxygen therapy, a guided daily morning run through Prague, and morning yoga by the pool.

History, fable and fine architecture combine at Carlo IV - The Dedica Anthology, a city centre hotel in the Czech capital, itself a spectacular location for a mini break. Stuccoed facades, marble and classic motifs adorn the walls, a restored Neo Classical building that was once the Czech Savings and Loan Bank. Today a five star hotel, rooms and suites combine contemporary luxury and historic style - bed headboards for example date to the first half of the 19th century.

In a city of prized gastronomy, the hotel’s main Salon Restaurant is a seductive environment prizing traditional flavours alongside Italian dishes. Alternatively, the Inn Ox Lounge, a labyrinth of crystal and steel, offers a refined gourmet experience, and the former bank vault serves as the Cigar Bar for cognacs, liquors and prestigious wines.