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The luxurious Hotel Stary is located in the heart of Kraków’s Old Town. It features a seasonal Sky Bar, located on a rooftop terrace and featuring a view of the Main Market and a picturesque panorama of the Old Town. Guests of the hotel have free access to the on-site spa, which includes a sauna, gym, and a steam bath. In addition, 2 swimming pools with swim jets are available. The air-conditioned rooms and suites at the Stary have bathrooms with a bathtub and shower. Plasma TVs with satellite channels are also available in every room. Some rooms have a balcony. It offers free internet, mineral water and newspapers. It is possible to enjoy a massage or a treatment in the wellness & spa center, at a surcharge and upon prior request. In the morning guests can enjoy a traditional Polish breakfast. The Trzy Rybki restaurant serves traditional Polish dishes. In addition, the hotel also has a bar, café and a club. Hotel Stary is 0.7 mi from the Wawel Castle. The old Jewish district, Kazimierz is 0.6 mi away. Kraków Główny Train Station and Galeria Krakowska shopping center are also 0.6 mi from the hotel.

This is our guests' favorite part of Krakow, according to independent reviews.

Hotel Stary has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Sep 22, 2009

Property Highlights

Located in the heart of Krakow, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.9

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Room Type
Sleeps
 
1 queen bed
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
2 twin beds
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 twin bed
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Travel Sustainable Level 1
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.9
Free WiFi
9.0
High score for Krakow
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  • Katherine
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    The staff was very helpful and we loved being close to the square. Great atmosphere!
  • Billy
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    Great quality interiors and location, hot sauna :)
  • Virginia
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    I have stayed at Hotel Stary several times. I was greeted at the front desk with questions about my last trip. All employees treated me like an old friend. The breakfast was better than ever. Again the waitresses and waiters were old friends. ...
  • Josh
    AustraliaAustralia
    Perfect location in a beautifully renovated hotel. Great amenities, food, and spa.
  • Helen
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    Spa, message, breakfast and sky bar were excellent and a good value
  • Janet
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    The property is stunning and the location is perfect for walking around Kraków. BUT, the bathroom makes you never want to leave the room! We loved it here!
  • Bruce
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    Loved the room and location accessible to all sights, shopping and restaurants. Great recommendations from the hotel for dining.
  • Amit
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    I enjoyed every aspect of this hotel. The heavy wood and amber touches give the place a luxurious feeling; the spa and pool were very relaxing, the location was superb, smack in the middle of the Old Town, and the menu at breakfast was varied and...
  • Alexander
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    The decor was fantastic and the staff were very helpful.
  • Emily
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    Perfect location and very comfortable rooms, friendly and helpful staff

Property questions and answers
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  • Is the hotel welcoming to gay male couples?

    Dear Sirs, Thank you very much for your request. Kindly inform that we are open for every guest. best regards, Hotel Stary Team
    Answered on 15 July 2022
  • Hi there, is a coffee machine or making facilities in each room please? And how is best to book spa treatments before we arrive. Thank you

    Dear Sir or Madam, Junior Suites, Apartments and Luxury Apartments are equipped with coffee machine. Always you can order tea or coffee from our bar...
    Answered on 16 December 2021
  • Do you pick up and drop off from and to airport?

    Dear Sirs, Yes we do offer airport shuttle. To organize we need full flight details. Please contact front office directly. best regards, Hotel Stary Team
    Answered on 14 November 2022
  • We may travel by car: how much the parking is? is free parking available?

    Dear Sir or Madame, I would like to kindly inform you that our parking costs 90 PLN per day. Best regards, Hotel Stary.
    Answered on 8 June 2020
  • Hi there, me and my family are planning to book a stay in your hotel this coming weekend (27 Feb - 2 Mar). Is the pool open? can we use the common are..

    Dear Sirs, kindly inform that the pool is open for hotel guests and of course room service is available at the moment. best regards! Hotel Stary Team
    Answered on 24 February 2021
  • are children allowed to use the pool please? My son is 10

    Dear Sirs, Children are allowed to use the pool (facilities in Wellness & SPA Centre) only under the care of adults- parents. There is no life-guard o..
    Answered on 10 February 2020
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Restaurants
2 Restaurants On Site

  • Trzy Rybki
    • Cuisine
      Polish
  • Hotel Stary

    No additional info available

Amenities of Hotel Stary
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities
Indoor swimming pool
Parking
Free WiFi
Spa
Airport shuttle
Family rooms
Fitness center
Non-smoking rooms
Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Terrace
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs 150 zł per day.
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/out
    • Concierge
    • Baggage storage
    • Express check-in/out
    • 24-hour front desk
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Babysitting/Child services
      Additional charge
    Cleaning Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Suit press
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business Facilities
    • Fax/Photocopying
    • Business center
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key card access
    • Safe
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Pet bowls
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Hypoallergenic room available
    • Wake-up service
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Tile/Marble floor
    • Heating
    • Car rental
    • Elevator
    • Family rooms
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
    • Room service
    Indoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    Spa
    • Locker rooms
    • Fitness
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Steam room
    • Spa facilities
    • Turkish/Steam Bath
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    • Spa
    • Fitness center
    • Sauna
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • Polish

    House rules

    Hotel Stary takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 2:00 PM

    Check-out

    Until 12:00 PM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 13 and above are considered adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Crib upon request
    Free
    13+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    200 zł per person, per night

    Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

    Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

    Maestro Mastercard Visa American Express Cash is not accepted Hotel Stary accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print

    Due to the change in tax regulations, the tax number should be provided before paying the fee. After printing the fiscal receipt without a tax identification number, it will not be possible to issue an invoice. If you need an invoice, please provide your details when making your reservation.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Please inform Hotel Stary of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    FAQs about Hotel Stary

    • Room options at Hotel Stary include:

      • Double
      • Suite
      • Twin
      • Single

    • The prices at Hotel Stary may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Hotel Stary offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Spa
      • Fitness center
      • Sauna
      • Massage
      • Turkish/Steam Bath
      • Locker rooms
      • Fitness
      • Swimming pool
      • Steam room
      • Spa facilities
      • Spa lounge/Relaxation area

    • Check-in at Hotel Stary is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

    • Hotel Stary is 150 feet from the center of Krakow.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Hotel Stary has 2 restaurants:

      • Trzy Rybki
      • Hotel Stary