Words & Swords

Hotels
8.4 (1554 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Rooms are generally clean and comfortable but have some comments on outdated furnishings.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 1554 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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Magdalena • couple • pl
6
Pros:

Lokalizacja dobra,

Cons:

Opis, że jest to lokalizacja blisko muzeum Czartoryskich wprowadziła mnie w błąd. Wybraliśmy się na miejsce pieszo, co okazało się złym rozwiązaniem dla osoby mającej lekki kłopot z poruszaniem się z kontuzją kolana....a można było część drogi podjechać tramwajem .. ☹️ no trudno, dobrze wiedzieć po szkodzie.

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Paweł • solo_traveller • pl
8
2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Dorota • solo_traveller • pl
10
2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Arkadiusz • solo_traveller • pl
8
2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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jacek • solo_traveller • pl
7
2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Guillaume • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

L'emplacement et l'excellent qualité prix. La chambre est le bâtiment est propre et très bien tenue

Cons:

Rien

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Beata • couple • pl
8
2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Ján • couple • sk
8
Pros:

výborná lokalita, blízko centra, výborná cena, jasné inštrukcie pre samoubytovanie

Cons:

trochu menej pohodlné postele, ale nič hrozné

2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
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Emilia • solo_traveller • pl
10
Pros:

Czysto, przytulnie, dostęp do wspólnej kuchni, TOP lokalizacja, super cena, a do tego nawet klapki hotelowe. Wow!

2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
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giuseppe • solo_traveller • it
1
Pros:

Niente

Cons:

Camera sporca letto basso e mezzo rotto.Biancheria non pulita.Il gestore della struttura ha dato solo le chiavi e non comunicava. pure con lingua polacca.Non vado .mai più in questo albergo.

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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lablo miguel farias • couple • ar
8
Bien
Pros:

La ubicación muy buena

Cons:

Mucho ruido , algunas parte ese olor que comentan todos , y nadie pasa a ver si se nesesita algo nos pasaron mal la contraseña de wiffi y hasta que no me encontré con un pasajero no tenía wiffi

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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VADYM • couple • ua
9
2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
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Bartosz • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Bardzo dogodna lokalizacja.

Cons:

Wieczorem nie zawsze była ciepła woda.

2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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ROBERT • family_with_children • pl
9
Bardzo mi się podobało i napewno wrócę i polecę znajomym
Pros:

Lokalizacja przestępna cena czystość cichość i wygoda

Cons:

Trochę za cienki przynajmniej dla mnie materac ale nie był aż takim problemem

2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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Tomaszek • couple • pl
10
Idealny stosunek jakości do ceny 😊
Pros:

Czystość, w pokoju ręcznik i jednorazowe obuwie (akurat zapomniałam swoich), łazienka zaopatrzona w podstawowe kosmetyki na wypadek gdyby się zapomniało swoich, bardzo komfortowe łóżko z miękką poduszką, szafa i świetna lokalizacja. W nocy pomimo innych obecnych gości i ulicy obok nic nie przeszkadzało :) Jasne instrukcje od Pani właścicielki co do wejścia :)

Cons:

-

2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Magdalena • solo_traveller • pl
8
2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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Kamila • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Lovely & spacious rooms. Shared bathrooms but there are a few (also with showers), they are exceptionally clean and equipped with all the essentials including toiletries. You feel at home there.
You've got everything on site and check out is at 11 am rather than 10 am as in most places.
On top of that Magda went far beyond just renting out the space. She offered to store our bags so we could enjoy the day in KRK freely awaiting our late evening flight after our booking has finished. We truly felt taken care of. Thank you!

Cons:

No such thing.

2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Patricia Eliana • couple • cl
10
Excelente
Pros:

La limpieza, el orden, ubicación, infraestructura, adicionales, iluminación, todo

Cons:

Nada

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Edyta • solo_traveller • pl
10
Nie mogłam trafić lepiej
Pros:

Usytuowanie naprawdę doskonałe, w starej kamienicy z historią, blisko Rynku a jednocześnie cicho i spokojnie. Dostalam naprawdę duży pokój z wygodnym łóżkiem, z miętą rosnaca w doniczkach i pięknym zapachem. Łazienki były czyste, z zapasem kosmetyków, kuchnia także ok.

Cons:

Jestem zimnolubna a kaloryfery nie miały regulacji temperatury. Ale spałam przy otwartym oknie i bylo ok

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Emilia • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Bardzo duże łóżko i naprawdę wygodne

Cons:

Wspólną łazienka

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee