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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Location
Recent guest reviews
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.
15 September 2025
A beautiful hotel in a wonderful city.
A beautiful and comfortable hotel! Wonderful staff and great location. The spa facilities were fantastic too!
Nothing - loved it!
13 September 2025
Very stylish hotel in a great location.
Very stylish hotel, loved all the stone work. Location was excellent. Room was clean & comfortable. Breakfast was good.
Lighting in room poor - style over substance ! Room doors shut with a loud slam - got woken a couple of times by other guests. Subjective, but just didn’t feel “friendly”.
9 September 2025
Fab hotel in the best location. Quiet and comfy unfortunately let down by poor pillows and undersized duvet.
The pared back decor with the industrial elements. Showing the building in the raw. Uncluttered but comfortable. The pool area was wonderful, like swimming in a cave.
Our only gripes were no tea and coffee tray unlike most 5* hotels we stay in, absolutely awful pillows. Only 1 pillow each, thin and soft. Utterly uncomfortable and a very poor first nights sleep. We requested another each which we received promptly - unfortunately they were much of the same, wasn’t great. A double duvet on a king size bed! Seriously. The room doors slam very loudly which other guests didn’t quite grasp late at night.
7 September 2025
Very pleased to stay here and staff was very accommodating,
Charm, historic, and great location to Rynel Glowny. Great views of St Mary’s Basilica
7 September 2025
Romantic break exceptional
Lovely location in the heart of the city and exceptional service from the staff, what more could you ask for! Oh, not forgetting the most romantic spa I have seen.
No tea/coffee making facilities in the room
6 September 2025
Great stay
This is a perfect hotel in the heart of Krakow
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5 September 2025
Outstanding, but lack of firmer pillows means you miss out on being perfect!
Most things - the location, the decor, the staff, the spa and treatments.
The pillows! You would have got a 10 if it wasn’t for these. Even the staff know your pillows are too soft and it’s even mentioned on reviews. Can’t believe you can’t provide firm pillows (rather than just throw in more soft ones when we asked). I asked the housekeepers who told me you only have soft ones.
4 September 2025
It was 3rd time. Not the last one.
Exlusive location in the heart of Krakow. Fantastic.
Not a cheap place ;)
2 September 2025
Fabulous
Stayed several times, comfortable and excellent location. Helpful staff.
27 August 2025
beautiful place
great location of hotel, every member of staff is friendly and helpful, great size room, fantastic breakfast, great selection of drinks in bar and absolutely spotless everywhere. highly recommend
26 August 2025
Exceptional
Amazing hotel! Just outstanding!
26 August 2025
Ideal stay in the heart of the old town, faultless hotel!
Perfect location and immaculate vibe. Staff were all attentive and helpful. Great place.
Nothing it was perfect!
25 August 2025
Excellent, I wish I could stay longer.
The character of the place
The shower was small and did not function properly.
24 August 2025
We arrived at the hotel and was delighted by the decor of the rooms and the aesthetic
I really liked the location of the property as it was close to many shops.
I didn’t find anything bad about the property.
24 August 2025
We only had a few days in Krakow. The Stary was perfect! Absolutely gorgeous! Unbeatable location!
Wow! The Stary is stunning. The vibe is everything on the list as you are close to the square happenings yet inside the Hotel, it is like a sanctuary. Incredible value for the luxury. And the pool!!! Can't wait to go back.
Hard to find a flaw with the Stary. The only thing I struggled with was the lighting in our room. It's sultry and moody (which is cool, until you have to put your makeup on.) Granted this could have been user error as well. The hotel is lovely! The textiles, decor and overall design of the place- remarkable!
24 August 2025
Beautiful hotel in a perfect location
Big rooms and great location. The Spa in the cellar is incredible. The breakfast buffet was brilliant
Noise till 2am from the bar in the street. I would recommend checking that your room is not close to it
24 August 2025
Very good hotel. Great location
The hotel is very well located. The room was big and comfortable. I personally don't like dark furnitures, but they were impecable. The taste on decoration is not what we are used to, to many dark marbles, but all is new. The roof is worth visiting.
23 August 2025
Loved my stay, safe, relaxed and so comfortable. Personal but never intrusive service was spot on
Stylish, industrial elegant chic
Nothing
23 August 2025
Excellent City Centre location
Location, cleanliness & facilities.
No kettle to make tea/coffee in the rooms.
22 August 2025
Wonderful
Location fabulous. Clean and spacious.
No coffee or tea making facilities in the room! Beware!
19 August 2025
Perfect location and a well designed hotel.
I loved the design and finish on the rooms. Comfortable and extremely well finished. The breakfasts were gorgeous and the dining room was very well run. I thought the toiletries were very nice.
18 August 2025
Top, large rooms, a very special place
A wow place! Smart designed, very good personal, solution oriented.
15 August 2025
Great hotel and fantastic location
Beautiful room and great location
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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15 November 2025
Great Old town location