Words & Swords

Hotels
8.4 (1537 reviews)
Basztowa 1 , Kraków , pl

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Children allowed

Facilities

Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Express check-in/check-out
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Shared kitchen
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly owner
Clean and comfortable rooms
Cons:
Noise from neighboring rooms
Old furniture in some areas

Categories

Cleanliness
7.9
Reviews mention cleanliness as good, but some rooms have issues with noise and older furniture.
Service
8.9
Many reviews praised the owner for being very helpful and engaging with guests.
Location
8.9
Multiple reviews indicate a great location close to city attractions.
Room Quality
7.9
Rooms are generally clean and comfortable but have some comments on outdated furnishings.
Amenities
8.4
Guests appreciated the availability of toiletries and hot water; some minor issues noted.
Value for Money
8.4
Many found the accommodation to offer good value given its quality and location.
Food and Beverage
8.4
Guests enjoyed the availability of tea and coffee; no major criticisms present.
Overall Experience
8.4
General sentiments about the stay were positive with a strong recommendation from guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 05:21

Property Description

Central Location near Main Market Square
Located in the heart of Kraków, Words & Swords offers a convenient stay just a few steps away from the bustling Main Market Square. Enjoy the vibrant city life right at your doorstep.

Comfortable Accommodation with City Views
Experience a cozy stay with free WiFi and the option for a shared bathroom equipped with a hairdryer. Wake up to stunning city views from the comfort of your room.

Convenient Amenities and Nearby Attractions
Take advantage of the shared kitchen and explore activities like cycling and hiking. Arrange trips to must-see attractions like Wieliczka Salt Mine and Auschwitz-Birkenau easily. Don't miss out on visiting nearby landmarks such as St. Florian's Gate, Cloth Hall, and Wawel Royal Castle.

Book your stay at Words & Swords now for a memorable Kraków experience!

Important information:

Please note that breaking the smoking ban is subject to a penalty of PLN 500 and immediate cancellation of the booking.Please inform 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.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
When staying at the property with children, note that the property is legally obliged to apply standards for the protection of minors to determine the identity of the minors and their relationship with the adult they’re staying with.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs PLN 60 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 4 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 5 years old to 10 years old stay for 50 zł per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 1537 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.9
Service: 8.9
Location: 8.9
Room Quality: 7.9
Amenities: 8.4
Value for Money: 8.4
Food and Beverage: 8.4
Overall Experience: 8.4
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Mehmet • couple • tr
3
Disappointment
Cons:

The kitchen we encountered was completely different from the one we saw in the picture. There was no stove in the kitchen. The building's entry code was changed, and we had difficulty entering. We learned the code from other guests; we were not sent one.

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Krzysztof • couple • pl
7
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Kamil • couple • ie
10
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Serhii • family_with_children • pl
9
2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Kamil • couple • pl
10
Genialna lokalizacja zarówno dla regularnych bywalców Krakowa mających plany w centrum miasta jak i dla osób odwiedzając
Pros:

Łatwy i bardzo dobrze przekazany proces „check in”, genialna lokalizacja, dostępność miejsc parkingowych na ulicy, przemiły personel.

Cons:

Nie mam żadnych uwag.

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Zuzanna • extended_group • pl
10
Wygodne na szybki wypad do Krakowa, wszędzie blisko.
Pros:

Świetna lokalizacja, blisko Rynku i blisko dworca. Pokój, kuchnia i łazienki też były bardzo przyjemne, było wszystko co potrzebne i było czysto i ciepło. Nawet dostałyśmy kapcie. Łazienki w ogóle były 3, tak że nie było do nich korków. Zameldowanie własne z jasną i zrozumiałą instrukcją.

Cons:

Tak naprawdę to nic. Może ewentualnie trochę się niosły dźwięki przez cienkie ściany, ale to też bez przesady, po ciszy nocnej było cicho.

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Anhelina • solo_traveller • es
9
2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Anhelina • solo_traveller • es
9
2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Mike • solo_traveller • us
10
Comfortable and convenient
Pros:

Great location and place. Magda was great and made sure my stay was as comfortable as possible

Cons:

Maybe a stove for cooking would be nice, but there's a microwave

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Vasyl • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Yen-Chen • couple • tw
10
2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Viktoriia • couple • pt
8
2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Wiszky • solo_traveller • sr
10
Close to everything
Pros:

The hotel is in a perfect location, very close to the train station and the Old Square. The room was spacious and well-equipped, with a kitchen that had everything needed to prepare your own meals. Everything was very clean, and the bathroom had a large shower. I really enjoyed my stay and would definitely recommend it.

Cons:

Everything was just perfect!

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Artur • solo_traveller • pl
9
2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Anna • solo_traveller • nl
9
2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Andrzej • solo_traveller • pl
10
Pros:

Zatrzymywałem się tu wiele razy i sądziłem, że nic mnie już nie zaskoczy, a jednak... Zapomniałe kapci, a tu jak w 4-gwiazdkach jednorazowe na mnie czekały.

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Agata • couple • pl
8
Wszystko było super 🤩
Pros:

Wszystko ok, super lokalizacja, czysto i schludnie, a także wygodnie. Polecam

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Tomasz • couple • pl
9
2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Aaron • couple • mt
2
2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Ewa • solo_traveller • pl
10
Bardzo dobry
Pros:

Ciepło w pokoju, przytulnie, kosmetyki do kąpieli, blisko rynku

2026-02-24 • via Nuitee