Best Historical Hotels in Kraków
As a long-established luxury travel publication, The Luxury Editor is known for showcasing hotels that go beyond star ratings alone and focus on what really matters to discerning travellers seeking a memorable stay in a historical hotel in Kraków. Service, design, atmosphere, sense of place and the overall quality of the guest experience all play a part in whether a property earns its place in our curated list.
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małopolskie, Kraków, Old Town
Hotel Copernicus
(5 stars)Hotel Copernicus, a member of Relais & Châteaux, is housed in a Renaissance building that was once the residence of cathedral canons. It has 29 rooms equipped with a mini bar, internet connection, safe deposit box and satellite TV. Some parts of the hotel feature a medieval wooden beam ceiling and a restored fresco dating back to 1500. The bathrooms are finished with beautiful marble and travertine details. Celebrities who have dined in this hotel include Morgan Freeman, Roman Polański, and Andrzej Wajda.
małopolskie, Kraków, Old Town
Garamond, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
(4 stars)Spend your city break in Krakow beside the Market Square, within walking distance of the city’s highlights, including Lost Souls Alley just 400 metres away. 53 custom-designed bedrooms at the Garamond provide minibars, espresso makers, blackout curtains and 55-inch plasma televisions. Plus there’s an in-house restaurant and a bar. Its decor harks back to the Art Deco era in which the building was first erected and the Garamond’s heritage as the former editorial office of Poland’s foremost daily newspaper. As such it has a very grown-up, sophisticated and glamorous vibe.
małopolskie, Kraków, Old Town
The Bonerowski Palace
(5 stars)The Bonerowski Palace is an elegant boutique hotel located in the heart of Kraków. It is housed in a refurbished medieval building that is a few minutes walk from popular tourist attractions like Czartoryski Museum, Collegium Maius, Krakow Barbican, and Wawel Castle. The 16 smoke-free guest rooms are spacious and are decorated with classic, elegant décor. Each room has a flat-screen TV, in-room computer, a sitting area, free internet access, and a tea and coffee maker among other room amenities. Guests who want to relax can head to the swimming pool, fitness centre, casino, garden or spa. Sports enthusiasts can engage in a variety of sports including basketball, badminton, and golf. Parents with young kids will love the fact that the hotel offers child care services.