About Karlovy Vary
Already in the 18C the spa town was famed for its thermal springs, and now it offers an array of great eateries and elegant buildings, too!
The first Celtic settlers came there before the Middle Ages. In 14C, Charles IV, Holy Roman Emperor and Czech king, gave the privileges to the city. According to legend after he had acclaimed the healing power of the hot springs. Earlier settlements can be found in the outskirts of today's city. In 19C, it became a popular tourist destination, especially for international celebrities visiting for spa treatment. The city is also known for the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival, which has become one of Europe's major film events. The famous Karlovarske oplatky (Carlsbad spa wafers) originated in the city in 1867. The city has also given its name to the delicacy known as "Carlsbad plums".
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Hotel Romance
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Housed in a renovated Art Nouveau building from 1899, the Hotel Romance is situated in the spa centre of Karlovy Vary, close to the Hot Geyser Spring and the Market Colonnade.
The Restaurant Romance with a summer terrace serves Czech and international cuisine as well as aromatic coffee.
Free WiFi (with speed up to 5/5 Mbps) is available in all rooms of the Romance hotel, restaurant and lobby.
Spa and Wellness treatments can be arranged by front desk for all hotel guests in a nearby spa. Massages can be arrange at hotel reception prior arrival or on spot. Read more...
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