Expert reviews
“Quite possibly the best hotel in Krakow, the Stary is a converted merchant’s house, originally built in the 15th century. The company that owns it, the Likus group, has really gone to town in restoring it—a glass lift, marble, silk, exotic woods, and Oriental carpets, two heated pools, a salt cave, Finnish and steam saunas, and yoga among the many treatments.”
“Rooms and suites have been created with sensitivity inside this 19th-century palace, which lies within sight of the main market square. A gastronomic restaurant lies under vaulted ceilings while a sky bar and summer restaurant offer magnificent views from the rooftop.”
What guests liked
- Central location
- Boutique style
- Swimming pool
- Free Wifi
- Friendly staff
All you need to know
Nestled in the historic district’s core, this age-old residential building has undergone a complete luxury makeover, transforming its majestic historic chambers into fifty-three elegant rooms and suites.
The mix of traditional and contemporary elements is remarkable: cutting-edge installations blend with classic decor and historical details — one suite features a contemporary freestanding white bathtub in the sleeping area, complemented by original frescoes and timber-clad walls. The rooms at Hotel Stary offer generous dimensions, and ambiance abounds — modern additions are thoughtfully selected and minimally applied.
A historic basement, complete with curved brick entryways, provides an exceptional setting for the comprehensive fitness facility, while the spa’s water features meander through vaulted brick passages.
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Recent guest reviews
21 December 2025
Would definitely recommend it's really beautiful hotel and staff very helpful
Outstanding hotel architecture is amazing
21 December 2025
Excellent location, Service and rooms
Excellent location and service from the staff, the breakfast girls were especially good. room and shower were fantastic as we were in the new part. I think the price for a breakfast is a bit excessive but that was my only gripe - otherwise highly recommended.
21 December 2025
Fabulous
Original design, good overall condition and good maintenance.
Slow wifi
20 December 2025
Great hotel in a great location.
Everything was great from the staff to the room to the breakfast to the location.
18 December 2025
Great place to stay and very reasonable
The hotel was really clean and staff very friendly And the positioning to the main square was ideal . We rarely revisit a hotel but we will be back To this one ..
Nothing calmed to mind so all good
18 December 2025
Brilliant Hotel. Great location Most welcoming staff.
Excellent
13 December 2025
Hotel Stary, Old Town Krakow
Great location, well appointed room and beautiful spa
We thought that the food was very expensive and a bit limited
12 December 2025
Exceptional
Location is the best, spa exceptional
12 December 2025
Exceptional
Beautiful hotel, with lovely spa facilities and good choices at breakfast. Perfect location for the old town.
Nothing.
11 December 2025
Highly recommended for location, character of the hotel and amazing staff.
Love this hotel, this was our second visit to Hotel Stary and it was just as wonderful as our first trip. A group of family came out to celebrate my daughter’s 18th birthday, the staff organised a cake for her and made it really special. The staff always go over and above to make sure you have an enjoyable stay. The location is fantastic, literally a few steps away from the main square, it’s a perfect base.
Only slight issues were the temperature of the pool being too cold, there seemed to be a problem with the heating system for it, and the floors get quite slippery when wet in the spa area. I also found the bath quite slippery and a little difficult to step in and out of.
6 December 2025
Stunning and unique hotel in a fabulous location!
This hotel is stunning. The location is perfect; it is just off the main square in Old Town. The room was spacious and clean, and the bed was very comfortable. The included minibar was a nice treat, and the Ortigia toiletries were wonderful. The staff was kind and helpful, and the bar and restaurant offered a good option for a drink or dinner. I would highly recommend this hotel.
6 December 2025
Superb location
Breakfast isn't included but we had it one day as we were getting picked up early for an excursion, lots of choice but probably expensive when the main y is just round the corner. Hotel is gorgeous and in a superb location can't fault it, highly recommend it. Robes, slipper's and toiletries in the room was a nice touch.
Heating was a bit touch and go, also no hot water on our last day. No tea or coffee facilities in the room.
6 December 2025
Brilliant hotel, great location
Everything
Nothing
4 December 2025
Stunning exceptional quality hotel in the old town
Amazing teception staff efficient and helpful - location is perfect , clean stunning hotel
Would have like to make a warm drink in room
2 December 2025
Excellent location, beautiful building, friendly staff and great value for money
Everything the location, the hotels itself the interior design is a thing of beauty
2 December 2025
Fabulous
beautiful facilities, great location in the middle of old town, very hospitable staff
we visited during the winter with 0c degrees. the spa had an AC set to cold with no option to turn off or change to heating, and the pool water was cold so we couldn't stay there for long
28 November 2025
Fabulous
Central location with great facilities.
Nothing
28 November 2025
The perfect, stylish Stary
Stylish, good looking, perfect location, super staff and an excellent buffet breakfast, there is so much to like at the Stary from me - highly recommended
Nothing!
24 November 2025
Excellent location near the main plaza.
Excellent location near the main plaza. Modern hotel with a very good breakfast buffet. The room lighting was fine.
23 November 2025
I great stay in krakow . Will be returning .
The location was great . Right next to the square . A lovely spa ,pool and sauna . Had a swim every day .spacious room . Helpful staff.
No fault found. We didn’t try the restaurant,but the menu looked nice.
22 November 2025
5* stay on market square
Great location. We paid for the awesome room and it was just that. Breakfast was great too
Nothing
20 November 2025
Great location - in the heart of the city
The location is unbeatable, so close to the historical main square. Very comfortable hotel with great facilities. Very tastefully equipped rooms. Nothing not to like.
Can't think of anything. We came by foot / taxi, I guess by car is a bit less comfortable but that is never a good idea in the middle of a medieval old town anyways.
15 November 2025
Great Old town location
Great location, amazing facilities and very attentive staff. Spacious and comfortable room too
Breakfast buffet was a bit sparse but the omelette was very good
7 November 2025
Amazing, perfect location, great room in a lovey city
Perfect
Spa was slightly too cold
6 November 2025
Was a nice short break with many local historical sites to visit within a short distance.
The spa facilities are great. Staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was slightly expensive but very good . Large choice and well presented. Location was perfect for us.
Nothing really to moan at. Breakfast was little expensive as you can only so much food in the morning but great selection.
6 November 2025
Exceptional
Excellent choice of hot and cold food. Quiet, peaceful dining room and good service
2 November 2025
Would recommend the hotel without hesitation.
Rooms were spacious and comfy. Perfect location. The decor was lovely and the staff were helpful and friendly.
The room did not have a USB point or a kettle or coffee machine which seemed unusual for a 5 star hotel.
30 October 2025
Close to perfection.
I rated 10, same as during my previous stay. It’s one of the best hotels I’ve been to in my life. Interior is out of this world. Location is perfect.
Small things: - wish the doors had some kind of stopper to slow them down when they close, cause they are very heavy (that’s a plus), but can easily wake you up when neighbors open and close them in the morning. - the massage water stream in the smaller pool (the one on the left) didn’t work. Please fix it, I loved to use it on my previous stay. - entering the hotel at night is not very comfy - you have to use the buzzer and wait for the staff. Please consider installing the card reader.
30 October 2025
A hidden gem in a heart of Krakow
From the first moment we walked into the Hotel Stary we felt like in a different world. Interiors are very elegant, stuff polite and always at your service, restaurant is serving a stunning food, breakfast was amazing. We have chosen this hotel because of spa area and close location to main square - we were so spoiled that we will not look for anything else in Krakow.
Having to check out and go home :-( We Loved every minute we have spent in Hotel Stary!
27 October 2025
Outstanding
All brilliant
Nothing everything was spic and span and done properly
26 October 2025
Perfect hotel with perfect staff
Perfect hotel in an ideal location to explore the old town. The staff are so helpful and attentive.
Nothing its better than perfect
21 October 2025
Fabulous
Beautiful wood and brick. Love the pool and salt room
18 October 2025
Amazing stay in an amazing city.
Beautiful hotel in a great location. Fantastic spa area.
17 October 2025
Exceptional
A beautiful hotel. Very unique!
17 October 2025
The one and only for us
Amazing hotel! 20 meters from the square. Very clean, the staff is very friendly, very good breakfast. We have stayed in this hotel 3 or 4 times already and it's the only hotel in Krakow we are willing to be in
17 October 2025
Exceptional
the spa was excellent
16 October 2025
Sleek interior design close to Market Square
Excellent location by main square. Beautifully designed with attention to detail.
Room was in the annex.
14 October 2025
Excellent with great facilities
A beautifully restored building
Designed with great care, classic without pretentiousness
14 October 2025
Loved the location the room was spacious and quite
Excellent location
Pool staff were not friendly
13 October 2025
Stary hotel
Great location and very clean bed was comfortable
Design of room not very comfortable
13 October 2025
Exceptional
Located litterally next to the old square and felt super luxurious and cosy.
Parking was expensive. But expected for location.
12 October 2025
Wonderful
Just perfect.. staff exceptional
It was exactly as advertised.. excellent
9 October 2025
Perfect location and a great stay
Beautiful hotel. The room was large and comfortable and the location in the old town was perfect.
5 October 2025
Perfect for us!
Excellent location. Staff were all incredibly helpful and attentive. The hotel was so well maintained and beautiful marble floors!
Nothing!!
5 October 2025
Fabulous
excellent hotel in an unbeatable location
2 October 2025
Perfect location & wonderful pool
Fantastic location just off the main square in a beautiful building. The pool was wonderful, very atmospheric. The staff were all lovely.
We stayed in a junior suite which didn't have any external windows, the windows opened onto a glass covered internal courtyard. I felt that the room was quite dark, even with all of the lights on. The room was lovely, bed very comfy, but it just felt a bit too dark and gloomy for me personally and needed a bit more lighting.
24 September 2025
Marvelously located
The property feels recently built and renovated. Very spacious rooms and bathrooms which were very appreciated. The location was brilliant. Right next to the largest town square in Europe made evening walks magical.
Not really a dislike. The perfections felt a little spacious. But I guess that’s price to pay for lots of space!
23 September 2025
Worth every money
Amazing place , wonderful staff ,
None
22 September 2025
Excellent.
Perfect location for exploring the Old Town. Very good spa/swimming pool and gym. Excellent high end dining room.
Only that the breakfast was not included and was expensive. There were lots of small cafes nearby to compensate.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Fruits (additional charge)
- - Coffee house on site
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Car hire
- - Heating
- - Allergy-free room
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Shuttle service (additional charge)
- - Airport shuttle (additional charge)
- - Pet bowls
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Business centre
- - Fax/photocopying
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
- - Private check-in/check-out
- - Invoice provided
Activities
- - Sauna
- - Fitness centre
- - Spa and wellness centre
- - Massage (additional charge)
- - Hammam
- - Indoor pool
- - Indoor pool (all year)
- - Spa facilities
- - Steam room
- - Spa lounge/relaxation area
- - Fitness
- - Fitness/spa locker rooms
Outdoors
- - Terrace
Entertainment and family services
- - Babysitting/child services (additional charge)
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Trouser press
- - Daily housekeeping
Transport
- - Airport pick up (additional charge)
- - Airport drop off (additional charge)
Pool and wellness
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming pool
Miscellaneous
- - Key card access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Breakfast takeaway containers
- - Delivered food is securely covered
- - Thermometers for guests provided by property
- - Face masks for guests available

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21 December 2025
That was a very nice stay for our family of 2 adults and 2 kids (we ordered two rooms).