Hotels
Hotels in Poland
Where to stay, from design rooms to grand old addresses.
Where to stay in Poland, from design hotels and grand historic addresses to central budget stays, across Krakow, Warsaw, Gdansk and beyond. These are the places we recommend, grouped by city.
All Hotels in Poland
Kraków
Mundo Hostel
A calm, well-kept hostel in a courtyard building in Kazimierz, each room themed to a country.
Kraków
Greg & Tom Hostel
A sociable backpacker favourite near the station, known for its included home-cooked dinners.
Kraków
Old Town Apartments Krakow
Self-catering flats scattered through the Old Town for travellers who want their own kitchen.
Zakopane
Grand Hotel Stamary
A restored historic hotel dating to 1905 near the town centre, with a wellness area, indoor pool and classic interiors. A landmark address within walking distance of Krupowki.
Kraków
Hotel Wentzl
A comfortable mid-range hotel right on the Rynek Glowny above a restaurant of the same name dating to 1792. Some rooms look straight onto the market square.
Zakopane
Willa Marilor
A restored early 20th century villa turned boutique hotel with period rooms and a quiet garden near the centre. A characterful alternative to the big chains.
Kraków
Aparthotel Stare Miasto
Serviced apartments on the Rynek's edge with kitchenettes, useful for families or longer stays. Central enough to walk everywhere yet quieter than a full hotel.
Wrocław
The Bridge Wroclaw MGallery
A design-led five-star hotel on Ostrow Tumski overlooking the Oder and the cathedral, with a spa and river-view rooms. One of the most atmospheric high-end bases in the city.
Zakopane
Hotel Sabala
A wooden Zakopane-style hotel right on Krupowki with a pool, sauna and its own karczma. Central and well placed for the town's main sights.
Gdańsk
Hotel Hilton Gdansk
A modern five-star on the Motlawa by the old crane, with a rooftop pool and terrace overlooking the river and the Main Town roofline. The best waterfront location in the city.
Sopot
Sheraton Sopot Hotel
A large seafront hotel with a spa and sea-view rooms, set on the promenade near the pier. It hosts conferences and has direct beach access.
Wrocław
Hotel Europeum
A comfortable mid-range hotel a couple of minutes from the Rynek, with straightforward modern rooms and good breakfast. Strong value for its central position.
Where you stay in Poland stretches from grand historic hotels and sharp design rooms to central budget stays and hostels, and all of it costs less than the equivalent in Western Europe. The main decision is which district to base yourself in, since a room near the old town saves time on almost every trip.
What you can book
The cities carry a full range: restored grand hotels with a century of history, contemporary design and boutique places, reliable international chains, apartments for longer or family stays, and clean budget hotels and hostels for a lighter spend. Spa and lake hotels appear around Zakopane, Masuria and the coast.
Where to base yourself
Stay in or beside the old town in Krakow, Warsaw, Gdansk and Wroclaw, where the main sights, restaurants and transport are within a walk. Browse hotels by city to match the district to your plans, and pair the choice with our city guides.
When to book and what to pay
Book earlier for summer, for December in Krakow, and around big events, when the central places fill first. Prices are reasonable year round; our note on costs in Poland sets expectations, and paying by card is standard everywhere.
Hotels by city
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