Roundup of tips and articles for Erasmus students

by Michal Kašpárek on September 7, 2009

September and October are beautiful in Brno. If your Erasmus study period begins in few weeks, you are such a lucky person. (video: Brno from Vierzbowski on Vimeo)

Brno Now has been a handy tool for the expats in Brno for almost a year – here are the best articles to read if you are going to study in Brno this fall.

Brno Now has a category focused on new people in town – the district guides. If you are still looking for a flat, don’t forget to check your neighborhood there.

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Accommodation with the best value for money in the town, recommended by Brno Now readers:

For backpackers: Hostel Mitte

Hostel Mitte

  • Located in the historical centre, 5 minutes from main station
  • New and clean hostel (est. 2011) in a cool medieval building, free Wi-Fi and a tiny café serving excellent coffee
  • Beds from €20
  • Alternatives: Hostel Fléda, Iberica

The convenient choice: VV Hotel

Hotel VV

  • Well rated by families with young children
  • Sauna, whirlpool and free parking
  • In walking distance (300 m) to main station, Petrov cathedral and the historical centre
  • Next to the largest downtown shopping mall, Vaňkovka
  • Single room: €49, double room: €64
  • Alternatives: U Šuláka, Pension na Dvořákově

The luxurious choice: Barceló (a.k.a. Comsa Palace)

Hotel Barceló

  • Beautifully restored historical building
  • Right next to the catedral & town's nicest park
  • In walking distance to the best restaurants, cafés, galleries and sightseeings
  • Single bed: €96+, double room: €209+
  • Alternatives: International, Royal Ricc, Hotel Cyro, Grandhotel

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