Chateau Mcely

Château Mcely is a restaurant selected by MICHELIN for 2025 and a recipient of the MICHELIN Key; thanks to its high-quality cuisine, it ranks among the most exceptional hotels in the world. The MICHELIN Guide recognized Château Mcely as a cultural ambassador that harmonizes with its surroundings and reflects a local identity, combining architectural vision, culinary expertise, a distinctive personality, and attentive service. Among other things, it states: “Château Mcely is the modern five-star incarnation of a 17th-century hunting lodge. Of course, the European nobility of the Baroque era would not have retreated to the countryside to live in less-than-princely accommodations, so the château is decidedly palatial. A stroll through the meticulously manicured gardens surrounding the château gives a good sense of what to expect: a tribute to rural luxury that is both rich in detail and dreamlike—a fairy tale with attentive service.”

The castle is situated in the heart of a five-acre English-style park and St George’s Wood, 50 minutes from Prague. As soon as the gates open, the original aristocratic Thurn-Taxis estate offers guests the chance to leave their worries behind and, in harmony with the season, immerse themselves fully in the present moment – whether they are seeking romance or relaxation or are visiting for a conference, a celebration or a wedding. All this is provided with loving care and in accordance with ecological principles. Comfort is ensured in 24 rooms, each with its own name and design. Guests’ taste buds are treated to a culinary experience at the long-acclaimed ‘Piano Nobile’ restaurant, whilst body and soul are restored to balance through indulgent treatments or massages at the Mcely Bouquet Spa, which uses the hotel’s own natural, hand-blended Mcely Bouquet skincare products. All this is complemented by private relaxation in the sauna and the outdoor hot tub. In summer, swimming in the naturally filtered lake and relaxing at the Mcely Summer Club are particularly popular. The castle also offers access to tennis courts, outdoor fitness facilities, a playground, carriage rides and other amenities.

Tips for Trips:

- Jabkenice Game Park and the Bedřich Smetana Memorial is 3 minutes away and suitable for cycling:
Entrance to the Jabkenice Game Park is allowed during opening hours, except in April and May. Please also note that dogs are not allowed and bicycles are not allowed in the non-public part.

- Loučeň Chateau is a 5 minutes drive:
Thematic tours of the chateau, labyrinths in the chateau park,

Walks in the St. George’s Forest,
The yellow nature trail starts just outside the castle gate.

- Bohumil Hrabal’s cottage in Kersko is a 30 minutes drive:
A guided tour that will introduce you to the whole building and the inspiring place where he wrote most of his books. Early booking in advance is required due to high interest.

- Zoo Chleby, 10 minutes drive:
Family zoo with a great playground.

- Adventure Golf Park Bratronice is a 12 minutes drive:
Adventure golf park offering fun, relaxation and a pleasant bistro experience.

- Dětenice Chateau Resort is a 15 minutes drive:
Baroque chateau, medieval tavern, brewery.

- Chateau Staré Hrady is a 20 minutes drive:
Tour full of fairytale characters and activities for children.

- Poděbrady Spa is a 30 minutes drive:
- King George cruise ship and train ride:
Spa town with many parks, pastry shops, cafes, pavilions and springs.

- Botanicus Ostrá is a 30 minutes drive:
Handicraft center with a wide variety of workshops and a herb garden, for adults and children.

- Park Mirakulum is a 30 minutes drive:
10 hectare amusement park with a delightful water world!

- Tankodrom Milovice is a 30 minutes drive:
46 hectares of offroad trails.
Military base, shooting range, military and offroad equipment and vehicles.

- Milovic Nature Reserve is a 30 minutes drive:
Free-range wild horses, bisons and aurochs,
Free of charge.

- Prachov Rocks, is a 40 minutes drive:
Sandstone rock area, nature reserve and part of the Protected Landscape Area Bohemian Paradise.

- Sychrov Chateau is a 40 minutes drive:
neo-Gothic castle.

- Kids FAJNPARK Chlumec Cidlinou is a 50 minutes drive:
The largest outdoor park in East Bohemia.

- Kačina Chateau is a 50 minutes drive:
It is one of the most important buildings of Empire architecture in the Czech Republic.

- Kutná Hora is a 60 minutes drive:
UNESCO World Heritage City Reserve

Enchanting Strolls through the nearby St. George Forest

- The Princess Almeria Trail:
Following a marked forest path, this trail leads you from Mcely to the neighboring Loučeň estate. This heritage nature trail restores the historic route used by Princess Almeria Thurn-Taxis after 1875 for her frequent strolls between the two chateaus. The route offers a unique tapestry of history, nature, and picturesque vistas of the Elbe lowlands. Along the way, you will pass the old waterworks, spring-fed alder groves known as “Bahna,” and the remarkable site of a Lusatian hillfort—one of the most significant archaeological landmarks in the region.
- Tracing the Path of the Mcely Miracle:
This circular trail begins and ends directly at the gates of Chateau Mcely and is marked with traditional red-and-white signage. The Mcely trail guides you through the village’s most captivating locations, revealing its history, natural wonders, and the spiritual events associated with the “Mcely Miracle.” It offers breathtaking views, encounters with local monuments, and a unique passage through the pristine Čtvrtě National Nature Reserve.
The Spring Snowflake Walk (Late February – Mid-March)
Just a short distance from the chateau, within the Čtvrtě National Nature Reserve, the forest floor is transformed each year into a breathtaking sea of blooming spring snowflakes. Thousands of delicate white blossoms line the Princess Almeria Trail, stretching from the old waterworks toward Loučeň, creating a truly ethereal seasonal spectacle.
Bike excursions along new cycling paths criss-crossing the gently rolling terrain around meadows and fields
Maps with recommended routes are available at reception.

We will be happy to arrange babysitting and children’s program upon agreement (children’s yoga, physical activities, scavenger hunt in the park and nearby forest, arts and crafts, tennis lessons, etc.).