In Kraków City Centre, Hotel Pod Wawelem invites you to unwind in the rooftop terrace or rejuvenate at the onsite spa. Savor breakfast from the on-site restaurant and explore with free bicycle rentals while previous guests praise helpful staff.
John Paul II - Balice Airport (KRK) - 32 min drive
Turowicza Station - 8 min drive
Kraków Zakliki Station - 14 min drive
Wieliczka Rynek-Kopalnia Station - 16 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Słodki Wawel - 8 min walk
Kult Cafe - 5 min walk
Liberty Cafe - 5 min walk
Trattoria Wawel - 8 min walk
KROMA - 2 min walk
About this property
Hotel Pod Wawelem
Hotel Pod Wawelem features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 10-minute walk of Wawel Castle. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Free bike rentals and a terrace are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
48 rooms
Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children (6 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Secured onsite self parking (PLN 70 per day)
Offsite parking within 230 ft (PLN 120 per day); discounts available
Street parking available
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Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Offsite
Area shuttle*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Barbecue grills
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Working away
Meeting room
Conference space
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Free bicycle rentals
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2006
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop terrace
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Accessible airport shuttle
Low-height counter/sink
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately PLN 60 for adults and PLN 60 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of PLN 135 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for PLN 150.0 per day
Airport shuttle service for children costs PLN 135 (one-way)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of PLN 80 per pet, per night
Parking
Secured self parking costs PLN 70 per day
Parking is available nearby and costs PLN 120 per day (230 ft away)
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Also known as
Hotel Pod Wawelem
Hotel Pod Wawelem Krakow
Pod Wawelem
Pod Wawelem Krakow
Hotel Pod Wawelem Hotel
Hotel Pod Wawelem Kraków
Hotel Pod Wawelem Hotel Kraków
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Pod Wawelem offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Pod Wawelem does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Pod Wawelem?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of PLN 80 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Pod Wawelem?
Yes. Self parking costs PLN 70 per day.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Pod Wawelem?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is PLN 135 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Pod Wawelem?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Hotel Pod Wawelem and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Pod Wawelem?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Hotel Pod Wawelem like?
Hotel Pod Wawelem is in Kraków City Centre, a short 10-minute walk from Main Market Square and 6 minutes' walk from Wawel Castle.
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Reviews
Hotel Pod Wawelem Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.2
Cleanliness
9.4
Location
9.0
Staff & service
8.6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was a brilliant buffet with a large variety of options, including hot and cold foods, and was always well-stocked and good quality. (22 reviews)
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 14, 2025
Very nice hotel lovely rooftop bar lovely food perfect location great staff.
Steve
Steve, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 5, 2025
Room was lovely and Bert couldn't do enough for everyone breakfast was also great
Tracy
Tracy, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 18, 2026
The room was clean. The bed was comfortable. Good breakfast. The stuff was helpful and polite. Great location, near the river and the castle. Would stay here again!
Kateryna
Kateryna, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 11, 2025
Great Sky Bar and restaurant. Beautiful view and great beer!
Richard
Richard, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 16, 2025
Helpful and friendly, great views from roof bar, nice breakfast.
Close to old town and castle.
Kevin
Kevin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 2, 2025
Perfect location, friendly stuff, clean, great breakfast buffet.
Timo
Timo, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 22, 2025
Well located and good hotel
Very nice hotel, conveniently located in the centre but quiet area. Very polite and friendly staff.
Heiko
Heiko, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 10, 2025
Lovely location! Super friendly staff (especially Bert) nice breakfast, comfy rooms and fab restaurant and rooftop bar!! Definitely would recommend.
Emma
Emma, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 4, 2024
Great staff and location.
Niall O Hanlon
Niall O Hanlon, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 16, 2025
Reception very helpful & friendly. Clean room.
Kathryn
Kathryn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2025
A room with a view!
Great location, friendly staff, good breakfast. Enjoyed our room with the view of the river. Beautiful city!
Glen
Glen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2024
Great value, very convenient location, very friendly and helpful staff.
Christine
Christine, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 3, 2025
Hotel pod Wawelem was a great place to stay a short work to the old town staff was friendly hotel was clean would stay again
Owen
Owen, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 6, 2025
Location very good
Room so so
Bathroom is bad
Lukasz
Lukasz, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2025
All staff were very helpful. Bart was exceptional very friendly outgoing and accommodating made the extra effort would definitely stay here again and recommend to others.
Catherine
Catherine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 23, 2025
Whe arrived after 1pm and the check in was very quick and smooth. Very friendly staff. The 2 guys at the reception are the nices ever.
joanna
joanna, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 12, 2025
Roof top Bar
Lovely place and great location for everywhere. Will deinately be staying here again when we go back
Jeff
Jeff, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 17, 2025
The room was clean, facilities were good - tea/coffee making etc. Outside of hotel is deceptive as quite big in side and a lovely bar/breakfast area on ground floor and restaurant and roof top bar on 6th floor. Such a brilliant and convenient location, just next to the castle and cathedral. Overlooking the river and a 10 min stroll to the square.
Christine
Christine, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 15, 2025
Very good breakfast with lots of choices of foods.
Close to Wawel and the dragon.
Staff very kind, polite and helpful.
Malgorzata
Malgorzata, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2025
Great hotel and location
The hotel is great location overlooking river.
Very friendly and helpful staff.
Clean and tidy.
We had welcome drink on rooftop bar which has great views.
Around 20-25 minutes walk to centre square.
Boat trips on river 3 minutes walk.
Will definitely stop here again when we return to Krakow.
Christopher
Christopher, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 28, 2023
Staying here was a great experience. The staff was very helpful and we were close to all the fun activities in the center. I definitely recommend this place.
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 14, 2024
Great location.
Everything of interest within walking distance.
Erich
Erich, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2024
Great central property ,loved sky bar , room clean & comfortable.
Food was lovely.
Staff great and helpful and friendly.
Laura
Laura, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2023
Lovely hotel, close to main square
Staff are very helpful and friendly. View from sky bar is amazing.
MICHELLE
MICHELLE, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 11, 2023
Our fourth stay at this hotel and it was excellent as always. Daily housekeeping, friendly and helpful staff (especially Bart on reception) and a really good choice at breakfast and on the evening menu. The hotel is ideally located for shopping and sightseeing and we will definitely be back next December.