Frommer's Review
What better way to experience what it was like to stay in Karlovy Vary under communism? Built in the 1970s, Hotel Thermal towers above the town, rising like a steel-and-glass phoenix from the steam of the river's spas. But because of its size -- and the cinema on its ground floor -- it becomes a hub during the film festival. All kidding aside, the Thermal also qualifies as a possible place to stay because of its location, services, and size. Don't expect anything exciting, but do take a picture of yourself in the Star Trek seats in the lobby bar. While the reception area is still very much a throwback to the 1970s, the guest rooms have been tastefully refurbished and the bathrooms refitted in a modern style.
Facilities:
2 restaurants; bar; heated outdoor pool; cinema
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