Words & Swords

Hotels
8.4 (1617 reviews)
Basztowa 1 , Kraków , pl

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Children allowed

Facilities

Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Parking
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
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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Rooms are generally clean and comfortable but have some comments on outdated furnishings.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 1617 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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Piotr • solo_traveller • pl
10
Pros:

Kontakt z super właścicielką, bardzo życzliwa i kontaktowa osoba. Zgodność pokoju z opisem. Na pewno tam wrócimy.

Cons:

Że musieliśmy mieć taki krótki pobyt z dziewczyną 😂

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Michał • solo_traveller • pl
10
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Tiia • couple • fi
10
Erittäin hyvä, olisin voinut olla pidempäänkin!
Pros:

Henkilökunnan joustavuus, rauhallinen, kaikki tarvittava löytyi, viileä nukkua

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Tsvetelina • solo_traveller • bg
9
2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Mariusz • solo_traveller • pl
10
Pros:

Wszystko bardzo dobrze. Polecam

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Olga • couple • be
10
Pros:

Blisko dworca, centrum

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Kalina • solo_traveller • bg
9
Pros:

Местоположението беше чудесно.

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Gabriela • extended_group • pl
9
2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Moisés • solo_traveller • pl
6
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Corey • solo_traveller • gb
1
Bad place, bad woman
Pros:

The location isnt to far from the center

They leave out some toothbrush and toothpaste ect. Which is a kind touch.

Cons:

The woman who runs this place is very rude.


Fair enough English is a second language but she needs to understand her guide for getting the keys is VERY hard to understand for native English speakers, the instructions are very unclear and confusing. She gets mad when you call her for help to access the inside.

She lives just upstairs also, and is to lazy to quickly help paying guests.

The walls are paper thin also dont expect a good quality sleep. The room is extremely basic.

The place has a shared bathroom and kitchen, I didn't realise that when booking that is probably my fault. Rooms are private.

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Giuliana • couple • br
8
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Olena • solo_traveller • pl
10
Pros:

Wygodny

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Shankar • solo_traveller • lv
10
2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Denys • solo_traveller • ua
10
2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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DEMETRI • couple • es
10
Pros:

Шикарное местоположение, очень чистый номер. В ванной, хоть она и общая, полно всей необходимой косметики и принадлежностей. Заселение самостоятельное (ключик в шкафчике, ни с кем даже не пришлось контактировать).

Cons:

Это не минус, но всё же - номера довольно старые (ретро-стиль), на кровати обивка уже ободраная, но на комфорт сна это не повлияло :)

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Agnieszka • solo_traveller • pl
10
Pros:

Lokalizacja, blisko zarówno do Rynku jak i dworca PKP.

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Connor • solo_traveller • ca
7
Pros:

Nice old building.

Cons:

Bathrooms and kitchens in public area.

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Jean Pierre • couple • fr
9
2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Mikhail • solo_traveller • se
10
Pros:

Fantastisk !!!

Cons:

Mye bra!!!

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Michał • couple • pl
10
2026-05-08 • via Nuitee