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Alchymist Grand Hotel & Spa
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Prague - Czech Republic
6 Stars & 6 Stripes
Society
March - 2009
6 Stars & 6 Stripes
Overall - 'Hotel & Service'
The Ultimate Award:
Seven Stars and Stripes®
Once upon a time, Swiss International Airline carried a Seven Stars and Stripes reviewer team, this time from Zurich to Prague, where they landed on an unusually mild evening in February, their destination the ‘Alchymist Hotel and Spa’. As they left the welcoming arrival hall, a 1963 Rolls Royce Silver Cloud pulled up silently: “Now that car made a statement!” At the end of the 16th century, when Prague became the centre of occultism, many alchemists from all over Europe came to Prague to take advantage of the generous backing of the Imperial court. Rudolph II employed over two hundred alchemists in the hope of discovering the secret formula for converting basic metal to gold. Our domicile, the unreal beautiful ‘Alchymist’, could have easily been one of the homesteads of this eccentric Emperor or his court, considering his love for gold. Here, today, gold is once again dressing the historic walls of this oh so gracious storybook estate. Our Topas Gold Rimowa luggage, easily recognizable through its quality and style, fits this time especially not only through its color into these splendorous surroundings.
Alchymist - Arrival: Veronika Choteborska & Thorsten Buehrmann
Alchymist - Arrival: GM Veronika Choteborska & Thorsten Buehrmann
“Our arrival was dramatic; excited we stepped onto the almost unreal historic cobblestoned
street, where we were welcomed with gracious, unpretentious hospitality
- a feeling that would never leave us during our entire stay.” ~ TB
Prague’s Alchymist Hotel and Spa is privately owned and proprietor Giorgio Bonelli is passionately on a mission of preserving history through his innovation and creativeness. Guests are treated as royalty in his luxurious surroundings and are welcomed as family and friends, clearly extending the spirit of the historic, fascinating city. Prestigiously located in the heart of Prague, the Alchymist Hotel and Spa is ideally placed for discovering all major tourist attractions, shopping, dining and, yes of course, entertainment and business centers. The spa is a sparkling wonder, attracting guests through luxurious comfort, cutting edge, hidden technology, world-class facilities and intuitive, traditional service.
Alchymist - Suite
Alchymist Suite - CLICK HERE for a closer look
Our domicile, the famous Alchymist Suite is a unique, elegant one-bedroom suite with a luxurious, spacious living-room, a fairy-tale bed and a huge marble bathroom featuring a precious claw-bathtub, placed right in the middle of the bathroom. A private terrace allows a romantic view of the inner courtyard. The furnishings resemble a blend of 16th to 19th century, almost eccentric, and feature sumptuous decorations held in luscious Renaissance Red. Other suites, some in Royal Blue, include living rooms and intimate dining areas, some have balconies or terraces with private, little gardens. All accommodations feature high-speed Internet access and almost all the other gadgets, nicely hidden but expected by the modern luxury traveler. Some of the suites and halls feature the most dramatic restored 15th century vaulted ceilings and walls and are officially accredited for their authenticity by the National Historic Society. The magnificent work depicts gaming events and other scenes carved and painted on the sides of the main beams and along the frieze.
The Alchymist’s hidden oasis is entirely dedicated to ones wellbeing, rejuvenation and relaxation. The SPA includes several private treatment rooms, where guests may experience highly skilled massages, body scrubs, body wraps and indulge in exotic bathing rituals. The spa also features a more spacious suite especially designed for couples wishing to share a more intimate SPA experience, that we highly recommend.
Alchymist - SPA: Simone & Thorsten Buehrmann
Alchymist - SPA: Simone & Thorsten Buehrmann
The Ecsotica Spa began as a dream many years ago. Having traveled extensively, owner Giorgio Bonelli has visited various spas to get the feel for his very personalized spa experience. Our own Seven Star Spa Experience began with personalized spa amenities such as luxurious, plush, white, embroidered terry robes and slippers. My wife “committed” her feet to Miss Jessica for “cultivation and to achieve lovely nails through her unique technique and use of exceptional products...” while I got to indulge in Ecsotica’s Bathing Ritual explained as “Calm yourself in a soothing, heavenly scented bath as water jets pamper your body while delighting in the pure pleasure ...” . The entire lavish setting of rose pedals surrounding the bathtub with aroma infused, therapeutic sweet water and jets massaging my body at whatever direction I would turn, enhanced the craving for ‘more’.
Alchymist-SPA
Alchymist -SPA - Click here to take a closer look
Then I had a body wrap while my wife got to experience a one-hour ‘Darphin Facial Treatment’, which she described as a highly pleasurable aromatic treatment with a deep cleansing effect and an instant lift that was felt long thereafter. The ‘Body Wrap’ cocooned me in a “weightless enclosure for my body to absorb the active ingredients - indulged my senses with exotic scents …” while I got to rest and I did. From one o’ clock we both were reunited, with glowing faces, at the Escotica Juice Bar for a “Light Bathrobe Lunch”. Trust me, not everything was light on this luscious spa lunch buffet, - but so far the most unique and elaborate spa lunch we have experienced, without leaving the actual spa facilities.
Alchymist - SPA - Award
2009 Alchymist - SPA - Award
I must mention the superb, fresh oysters, served with the water of the sea in the shell, succulent and delicious; though I do suggest to serve the lemon on the side. There were exquisitely designed raw plates of Sushi and Sashimi and vegetables, fruits and salads to die for. Since we had an hour for this one of a kind ‘Spa Feast’, that one should definitely make part of ones spa day, we really were able to spend some quality time together and relax.
After our ‘Spa Feast’ we were both scheduled for a ninety minute traditional couple’s massage ‘Balinese’ style, a deep tissue technique using thumbs and long strokes with the intention of stimulating blood flow and muscle relief, while we at times were looking into each others eyes. Though our spa day was promoted as couple’s experience, guests can refresh in the spa's adjoining men's and women's facilities. We received not only fantastic service by a gracious team of Balinese experts but also an amazing display of mood or soulful food in form of a unique ‘Spa Feast’. The Alchymist hotel as destination spa makes for an ultimate spa experience for couples as well as singles and could be a perfect retreat for executive meetings as well.
Alchymist - Banquet & Meeting
Alchymist Grand Hotel & Spa - Banquett: CLICK HERE for a closer look
The Alchymist’s elegant, intimate banquet facilities offer to celebrate life’s most precious moments in its historic halls. The lavishly decorated ballrooms are tastefully furnished and make a prestigious place to dazzle guests through gatherings or executive retreats. The ballroom is the ideal place for a dream wedding, combining expert event planning, service experience, deep tradition and superb cuisine. The staff is clearly proud to be part of a fine team based on professionalism, quality of service and appearance.
2009 Alchymist - Award-Hand-Out
2009 Seven Stars and Stripers® Award-Hand-Out at the Alchymist Grand Hotel & Spa
The Alchymist is a small, old-school luxury hotel; a hotel that respects the authenticity of its location and the privacy of the guest. Granted, my wife loves the Alchymist for its fairytale look and feel and amazing spa, it delivers grand service, superb cuisine and has a one of kind location. Nothing is overlooked at the Alchymist under the guiding care of General Manger Veronika Choteborska. The Alchymist Grand Hotel and Spa is recognized for its overall commitment to guest satisfaction and attention to detail. We long to return.
“Giorgio Bonelli is a natural for hospitality. The hands-on owner of the
Alchymist Grand Hotel & SPA preserved a piece of 15th century Prague.” ~ TB
by Simone & Thorsten Buehrmann

Editor: Ingrid Lemme

Editor-in-Chief: John Lomitola
© 2009 ~ Seven Stars and Stripes, Inc.


 
 
 
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Although the above information was accurate at the time of publication, it can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all pertinent information with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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