Lesná

New shelter at Loosova st. bus station

Octopus-shaped bus station: tribute to Jan Kaplický

September 20, 2011

Bus stop Loosova st. at Lesná quarter got a new ass-kicking shelter. It resembles an unrealised, controversial project of a new Czech National Library building for Prague, designed five years ago by world-famous Czech architect Jan Kaplický.

Snowboard tricks

First snowboard park opened in Brno. Free entrance!

January 10, 2010

The very first incity snowboard park in the Czech republic was opened last week in park “Čertova rokle”.

Lesná

District guide: Lesná

December 17, 2009

Socialist urban-planning had some bright moments and quarter Lesná (district Brno-sever) is a good proof.

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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