In the heart of Kraków Old Town, Hotel Royal offers a warm welcome with its on-site restaurant serving breakfast to dinner and an airport shuttle for convenient travel. With dry cleaning/laundry services, multilingual staff, free in-room WiFi, a bar, conference space and 24-hour front desk guests feel right at home.
When you stay at Hotel Royal, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Main Market Square and Wawel Castle. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Also, Oskar Schindler Factory and Wieliczka Salt Mine are within a short drive.
At a glance
Hotel size
99 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Check-out time is noon
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
On-site self-parking (PLN 90 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Off-site parking within 30 ft (PLN 70 per night)
Street parking available
Transfers
Airport shuttle*
Off-site
Area shuttle*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Children's menu
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
2 meeting rooms
Conference space (440 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Ski storage
Facilities
4 buildings/towers
Built in 1898
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Lift
Wheelchair-width doorways
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Soundproofed rooms
Pillow-top mattress
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
In-room massage
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately PLN 50 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Renovations and closures
This property will be closed from 26 November 2023 to 9 November 2025 for renovations and will resume operation once the renovation is complete (completion date subject to change).
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for PLN 100.00 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of PLN 50.00 per pet, per day
Parking
Self-parking costs PLN 90 per night with in/out privileges
Parking is available nearby and costs PLN 70 per night (30 ft away)
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property accepts major credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, Eurocard
Also known as
Hotel Royal Krakow
Royal Krakow
Hotel Royal Hotel
Hotel Royal Kraków
Hotel Royal Hotel Kraków
Frequently asked questions
Is Hotel Royal currently open?
This property will be closed from 26 November 2023 to 9 November 2025 for renovations and will resume operation once the renovation is complete (completion date subject to change).
Does Hotel Royal offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Royal 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Royal?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of PLN 50.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Royal?
Yes. Self-parking costs PLN 90 per night.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Royal?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Royal?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Hotel Royal and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Royal?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around Hotel Royal like?
Hotel Royal is in Kraków Old Town, a short 10-minute walk from Main Market Square and 6 minutes' walk from Wawel Castle.
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Hotel Royal Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
8/10 Very good
4 December 2022
Really enjoyed our stay. The room had real character, with a modern bathroom, The restaurant had limited range but the food was excellent.
adrian
adrian, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 November 2022
Pleasant people & facilities, located on the park around old town, everything I wanted was walk-able.
Harriet
Harriet, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 May 2023
Can't fault the hotel, stayed for 3 nights slept like a log , breakfast was spot on and position of the hotel is perfect for anybody that want a hotel within walking distance of anywhere whether it be wawel castle, the square or kazmiers
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 May 2023
Good hotel
Very clean room and staff were always welcoming and helpful.
Only downfall was having a double bed but only a single duvet, think it would have been more comfortable having a duvet to fit the bed.
Overall a nice hotel and great location.
Hayleigh
Hayleigh, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 October 2023
Walking distance to wawal castle
Walking distance to old Town Square
The hotel is located in old Town
20 min walk to krakow gowny station which travels to and from the airport for approximately $4.00
The buffet breakfast is excellent
KENNETH
KENNETH, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 October 2023
Amazing and accommodating staff, super convenient area to stay in. Parking is sort of first come first serve so you might have to park elsewhere if the capacity of the lot is full.
Nicolette
Nicolette, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 June 2023
Room was spacious and clean. Very friendly and helpful customer service. I used this hotel before, never disappointing. Thank you.
MAGDALENA
MAGDALENA, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 August 2023
Very nice hotel, located not too far from the square. Fair price. Cleanliness okay. We will stay at this hotel again when in Krakow. Thank you!
Gaelle
Gaelle, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 June 2023
Everything was perfect.
Only very minor dislike - all the furniture was dark brown - could do with refreshing - but it is not a criticism.
Alan
Alan, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
13 July 2022
Worn-out but clean hotel in a fantastic location
The Hotel Royal is in a truly royal location, just around the corner from the landmark Wawel castle and a short walk from both the town center and the old Jewish quarter. It is, however, desperately in need of renovation and modernization. That makes it perfect for the budget traveler, since a hotel in this location would ordinarily be either very expensive or very bad. The Royal is clean, pleasant, and "good enough" -- though run-down with very old furniture and fittings.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
6/10 Good
24 July 2023
The hotel was nice overall, but our room was facing a very busy street, and when we closed the windows it would get very hot. Even with the windows open the room stayed hot and stuffy.
Aikaterini
Aikaterini, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
24 May 2023
Stately old hotel, nice location, good parking
Nicely updated old hotel very close to the castle and the old town. Very comfortable bed, nice room, and also nice bathroom. A bit of noise due to the location on a busy street with trams and cars, but the noise insulation was pretty good, so it wasn't a problem with the window closed. The hallways were quite big and wide, and the grand staircase was also pretty impressive. The hotel does not look as grand inside as it no doubt once was, but it has been kept up nicely, and I really had no complaints. Did not look worn or neglected or anything like that. Very convenient private parking, which although it wasn't free, was the main reason I chose this hotel for my stay. I figured it wasn't easy to find decent private parking so close to the city center. Good breakfast, too. So all in all, a good choice for a decent hotel practically next to the castle, particularly if you travel by car.
Jan Asle
Jan Asle, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 December 2023
Yee Ting
Yee Ting, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 December 2023
giovanna
giovanna, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 December 2023
Fantastisk flott, med god service.
Sentrumsnært hotell med alle viktige fasiliteter tre minutter unna perfekt plassering masse gode restauranter alle de gode butikkene rett i nærheten kort vei til severdigheter
Rune
Rune, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
12 December 2023
Randi
Randi, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 November 2023
Muy buen valor por el precio pagado. El hotel es un tanto viejo pero las instalaciones están muy bien mantenidas, las habitaciones son muy amplias, camas cómodas y el personal es muy amable. Me ayudaron sin problemas con unas necesidades que tuve y respondieron amablemente. La única contra es que mi habitación daba a la calle principal y era un tanto ruidosa por el tranvía.
Ariel
Ariel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 November 2023
Rune
Rune, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
28 October 2023
The room was not ready until 6:00pm. The cleaning lady takes too long and wanted to clean the room the next day at 5:00pm..the service personal in the restauraunt were not friendly. The bread basket was empty and we asked for more and one said no..LOL crazy. Also the restaurant and bar was not opened in the evening. Otherwise the location is the best, right in the middle of all sightseeing events.
Steven
Steven, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 October 2023
Javier
Javier, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
11 October 2023
Frank
Frank, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
7 October 2023
Belle hôtel, un peu vieillot, situé à côté d'un parc. Très bon petit déjeuner. Par contre,le matelas a surement connue des jours meilleurs. Bien dans l'ensemble.
Alain
Alain, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 October 2023
Sentralt hotell, med god frokost og service.
Gammelt hotell, med store rom og veldig høyt under taket. Var skikkelig gamle tapet og gammel stil, men badet var ganske nytt. Lite dusjkabinett, men gikk greit. Litt lite varmt vann.
Veldig god frokost. Alt i alt, et godt alternativ til hotell. Ligger veldig sentralt også, med Wawel slott rett ved, og nederst i gamlebyen. Trikken gikk rett utenfor så det var litt bråk, men gikk greit.