Essentials.
The unglamorous half — how to get around, where to find a pharmacy, fuel and food, and what to know if you're just driving through.
Getting to and from the airport, and Prague.
Every option, including the one most websites won't tell you about.
The three village bus stops with walking lines from the suite. 3–7 minutes door-to-stop.
Three stops, all walkable.
Bus 312 (to Veleslavín) runs from each — pick whichever fits your moment. Bus 356 (to Bořislavka) stops by the POP Airport mall just south of the village.
Tuchoměřice, Statenická
The closest. End of Buková, turn left, you're there. The natural choice for a quick run into town.
Tuchoměřice, U Hřiště
Slightly further but quieter. By the football ground and Hospoda Na hřišti — pair the wait with a beer.
Tuchoměřice, Obecní úřad
The village square stop. A pleasant walk past the church and chateau, useful if you'd rather stretch your legs.
Václav Havel Airport, the metro hubs you'll connect through, and the line into Prague. Bus 312 → Veleslavín, bus 356 → Bořislavka.
The 90-minute ticket trick
A single 40 CZK Prague public-transport ticket is valid for 90 minutes across all bus, tram and metro lines (including bus 312 to/from us). Validate it once when you board. Buy at any metro station or via the PID Lítačka app.
Practical essentials.
The stuff you only think to ask after you arrive.
Groceries, pharmacies, fuel, ATMs — the everyday stops near the suite. Click to interact.
Pharmacy & doctor
Closest: Lékárna Zamzam in Nebušice (4 km, English spoken, Mon–Fri only). 24-hour pharmacy at Motol Hospital, 12 km. Basic first-aid kit at the property.
Hospital & emergency
Motol University Hospital (12 km) is the closest major hospital with 24-hour emergency and English-speaking staff. Hořovice Hospital is another option further out.
112 all emergencies (English-friendly) · 155 ambulance · 158 police · 150 fire
Groceries
Potraviny Hana in the village for basics. Albert Nebušice (7 min) for proper produce + meat. Penny Market Hostivice (10 min) for the cheapest run. dm drogerie at POP for toiletries.
Petrol
Robin Oil and GoTank are the closest — both within a couple of minutes of the suite, usually a touch cheaper than the airport stations. There's also a 24-hour Shell next to the airport (4 min), convenient for rental returns.
Post office
The nearest Česká pošta branch is in Horoměřice (4 km, weekday afternoons). Faster for parcels: a Zásilkovna / Packeta drop-off point at most local shops, including POP Airport.
Police & embassies
Closest station: Horoměřice. Lost passport or serious matters — most embassies are in Prague 6 (Dejvice), 20 minutes by car. Keep a photo of your passport on your phone.
Tips & things to avoid.
A handful of small things that make the difference between a smooth visit and an expensive lesson.
Currency & payment
Czech koruna (CZK). Most places accept cards, but small pubs, village shops and the odd taxi are cash-only — ask before you order. Use ATMs from the big Czech banks (Česká spořitelna, ČSOB, Komerční banka) for fair rates.
Taxi & rideshare
Use Bolt or Uber — both work everywhere, prices are honest, you pay in-app. Avoid the unmarked taxis lined up outside the airport: they're famous for overcharging tourists, sometimes by 5–10×. If you must take a street taxi, agree the price before getting in.
ATMs & exchange
Avoid Euronet machines — heavy fees, bad rates. Skip street currency-exchange kiosks in the city centre — short-changing and bad rates are common. Use a Czech bank ATM or a reputable exchange like exchange.cz.
Tipping
10% in restaurants, round up in cafés, not customary at the bakery. Drivers don't expect it; rounding up is plenty.
Plug type
Type E (Europlug compatible), 230V. Adapters available at the suite — just ask.
SIM & data
Starlink at the suite is fast and unmetered. For local data, Vodafone & O2 sell prepaid SIMs at the airport.
Parking in Prague
Central Prague uses coloured zones. Blue = residents only (don't park). Purple & orange = visitors, pay by app. Many zones are free on weekends and after 20:00 weekdays, but rules vary by district — always check the sign. Use the EasyPark app to pay or to check if your spot is currently free.
Weather & what to pack
Continental — cold winters, warm summers, brief afternoon storms in July. Evenings cool sharply in any season, and rain can come on any day. A light jacket and an umbrella or raincoat are always worth bringing. Layers always. The forest is excellent in October.
If you're driving through.
KindStay sits on the D7 corridor — the natural overnight stop between Berlin/Dresden and Vienna/Bratislava.
From the north
D8/A17 via Dresden, around Prague's outer ring, exit at Kněževes. Don't drive through the city — the ring is faster, even with traffic.
Continuing south
D1 toward Brno, then D2 to Bratislava or A5 to Vienna. We always recommend leaving by 09:00 to dodge the Brno bottleneck.
Parking
Two off-street spots in our courtyard. Larger vehicles fine. Car-charging at COOP, 4 minutes' walk.
Czech motorway sticker
You need a digital vignette (10-day stickers from 290 CZK) for Czech motorways. Buy online at edalnice.cz before you cross the border — it's tied to your number plate; no windscreen sticker needed.