Náměstí svobody sq.

Christmas markets

Christmas markets: better than any time before

December 5, 2009

I just walked through the Christmas markets in the centre of Brno and I am happy to anounce that they are focused on traditional Czech gifts and food.

Grapes of wine

St. Martin’s Wine (“Moravian Beaujolais nouveau”) arrives on Wednesday

November 10, 2009

This year, 211 wines were good enough to receive the exclusive mark “Svatomartinské víno”.

Benassi mocked

Benny Benassi’s Satisfaction mocked at Náměstí svobody sq. (possibly NSFW)

August 11, 2009

New TV ad for construction machinery seller Mátl & Bula is mocking the legendary music video for Benny Benassi’s Satisfaction right in the streets of Brno.

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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