Best Luxury Hotels in Poland

Also known as Hotel Europejski, or The European Hotel, Raffles Warsaw boasts one of the largest private art collections in the country; guests can book tours, or arrange private gallery viewings. The hotel offers four different places to dine, including the Long Bar (inspired by its iconic Singapore counterpart), a cigar lounge and a renowned patisserie providing visitors with a traditional tea brewing ceremonial experience. A state of the art spa caters for couples or individual treatments, while the pool area features a 1960s statement mosaic by Krystyna Kozłowska entitled “Abduction of Europa”. The service style is warm and personal, with a focus on attention to detail.

This hotel reflects the arty modern design seen in the city, along with its sense of history. Decor has been chosen to reflect its surroundings (although it was actually a London Studio, Backsheep, that was behind the design). Bedrooms take advantage of the natural light, with furnishings that give a nod to retro styling. And with Hilding beds and soundproofing, guests are afforded a quality night’s sleep. The cafe, bar and restaurant are all one here, in the form of NIFTY No. 20. The hotel is very central for sightseeing, bars and restaurants, and is found in the cultural former Jewish quarter.

Some of the UK’s leading designers were employed to create the bold interiors here, to the brief of functional minimalism. Its 136 bedrooms are arranged over six floors, with views of the red brick industrial complex, or neo-Baroque palace from most of them. The URO Hotel has three restaurants, including a rooftop bar and garden, the chain’s signature Prisma Spa and an onsite cinema to which only hotel guests have access. The hotel features a diverse art collection, curated using the works of some of the most interesting national artists.

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.

The luxurious Sofitel Grand Sopot offers a unique getaway with a French-inspired design and feel on the shore of the Baltic Sea. There are 126 chic rooms, including 43 lavish suites, with stunning vistas from expansive windows. The Gen. Charles de Gaulle Suite is the hotel’s famous offering with antique design, a spacious terrace, and a host of prominent guests since its opening. This hotel is pet- and family-friendly and is perfect for any occasion – including conferences and weddings – thanks to its deluxe event spaces overlooking the sea. The on-site Grand Blue Restaurant serves traditional, seasonal Polish delicacies and specialises in seafood to enhance your seaside experience. There is also a world-class spa and wellness facility complete with a state-of-the-art gymnasium, wellness centre, swimming pool, and even a hair salon. Sofitel Grand Sopot is conveniently located a short distance from Sopot’s spectacular pier.

A prestigious hotel with over a century of history, the Monopol has welcomed illustrious guests such as Charles de Gaulle and the famed Polish composer Karol Szymanowski. There are many nods to its 1920s heyday, particularly in the design of the classic Monopol Restaurant. Guests can also dine on Italian cuisine at Cristallo, housed in the building’s former courtyard, now covered with a high glass roof. The wellness area comprises a swimming pool, a dry sauna, an aromatherapy steam bath and a well-equipped gym, with treatments — including Kobido massage and rituals using Bio Oleo oils — available. Monopol has 108 rooms, from singles through to suites, with L’occitane bath products.

Having hosted famous musicians, politicians and even royalty, this is arguably the most lauded hotel in the country. A grand exterior gives way to Art Noveau interiors housing an ESPA spa, pool, hammam, Viennese café, the Marconi Restaurant serving national cuisine, a swish cocktail bar with outdoor seating and 206 bedrooms offering Elemis toiletries. Built right at the turn of the 20th century, its public areas exude the kind of opulence that fits the hotel’s location – right beside the Presidential Palace. Upgrade to a suite for a premium experience, including round the clock butler service, antique furnishings and glittering chandeliers adorning the ceilings.

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.

Hilton Gdansk is a luxurious, riverside hotel within walking distance from the city’s most iconic offerings and is nestled in the charming Old Town. There are a selection of deluxe, contemporary guestrooms and suites with views over the quaint courtyard or the Motlawa River – including the spacious Presidential Suite. With four stylish dining options – including the serene High 5 Terrace Bar which offers unforgettable views and rich gastronomy – there is something for everyone from morning until late. This hotel boasts a fully equipped wellness facility, fitness centre, and heated indoor swimming pool. Guests can receive beauty and wellness treatments or take a dip and sunbathe on the specially designed deck. Five high-tech meeting rooms are also available for hosting MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) events for up to 500 persons. The hotel is family- and pet-friendly and its central location allows guests to discover all that Gdańsk has to offer, especially its historical Old Town.

This five-star skyscraper (the third tallest hotel in Europe) is part of the IHG chain and found in the city’s financial district. Its soaring stature provides superb views, especially from the wellness centre’s 43rd and 44th-floor indoor pool and hot tub. Rooms begin from the 24th floor; there are 414 in total, including self-catering suites.  Acclaimed local celebrity chef Karol Okrasa is at the helm of the hotel’s restaurant, Platter. Plus there’s a new chocolatier in the lobby, for some decadent Polish sweet treats. Two floors of conference facilities offer excellent resources for events – be they personal or professional.

This luxurious establishment perfectly combines elements of both old and new as it is located in both a fully restored 18th-century granary as well as an enchanting modern marine-style building. All of the rooms here are extremely stylish and guests can choose between a view of the Old Town or the pretty yacht marina. The most spacious rooms also come complete with their own private seating area and this is a great place to relax and unwind. Beer lovers will also be in their element as the hotel includes its very own brewery and no stay would be complete without allowing the time to sample a glass or two of this award-winning beer.

Made up of two separate wings, 37 rooms are housed in Nobu Hotel Warsaw’s Art Deco section. While 80 more are found in the minimalist and modern other half of the building. But this hotel is all about the cuisine and well suited to discerning foodies. A reservation at its fine dining restaurant is one of the most sought after in town. The famed international culinary brand brings its Japanese-inspired gastronomic panache to its Polish property, in the form of both a cafe and formal eatery. After dinner, pop into the Jazz Club downstairs.