Hotel Polski Pod Białym Orłem

Hotels
9.1 (5650 reviews)
ul. Pijarska 17 , Kraków , pl

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
Heating
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Good breakfast options
Friendly staff
Cons:
Soundproofing issues
Tired appearance of rooms
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.69
The hotel feels old and worn out. Many corners and surfaces were visibly damaged, giving a tired impression.
Service
9.16
The staff was friendly but not very proactive in terms of recommendations.
Location
10
Excellent location right in the center, perfect for exploring the old town.
Room Quality
8.7
Rooms were comfortable but had narrow beds and soundproofing issues.
Amenities
9.15
Basic amenities available, such as an iron and toiletries.
Value for Money
8.68
Not necessarily reflective of a 5-star hotel, but decent for the area.
Food and Beverage
9.64
Breakfast was tasty and offered good quality, though with little variation.
Overall Experience
9.79
A mix of positives but notable drawbacks that impact the stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 14:23

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Indulge in the elegance of the 5-star Hotel Polski, offering spacious rooms and luxury suites adorned with warm colors and modern amenities like free WiFi, satellite TV, and minibars.

Fine Dining Experience
Savor authentic Polish dishes at the hotel's restaurant, Pijarska 17, and enjoy impeccable service from the friendly staff available 24/7 to cater to your needs and assist with tour arrangements.

Prime Location
Conveniently situated opposite St. Florian’s Gate and a short walk from the Main Market Square, Hotel Polski Pod Białym Orłem provides easy access to top attractions like the Wawel Royal Castle, ensuring a memorable stay in Krakow.

Book now to experience luxury and convenience at Hotel Polski!

Important information:

If you require an invoice when booking a prepaid rate, write this and your company details in the Special Requests box.
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: 12:00 PM
Airport code: KRK

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 5650 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.69
Service: 9.16
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.7
Amenities: 9.15
Value for Money: 8.68
Food and Beverage: 9.64
Overall Experience: 9.79
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Malinowska couple pl
9
2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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SYLVANA couple co
10
Pros:

Location is perfect. Breakfast is one the best, wow.

Cons:

Cleaning of the carpet in the bathrooms could be better

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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SHINJIRO solo_traveller jp
9
古都に住んでるようなホテル
Pros:

街と一体化したホテルです。シングルルームは最小限のスペースですが、十分な設備です。シュークリーナーのオイルはとても上質。

Cons:

トイレの水タンクが満水の後も、プッシュボタンを工夫しないと流れ続けるのがもったいない、ルーム305.

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Atorntip solo_traveller be
9
Very comfortable stay close to the train station with a large choice for breakfast.
Pros:

Location location location

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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michele family_with_children it
9
un paio di giorni a Cracovia
Pros:

splendido hotel elegante nel suo stile classico, accanto al museo, di fronte la porta cittadina, ad angolo con la via principale, 5 minuti dalla piazza centrale e 10 dalla stazione. la stanza ampia e piena di tutto quello che serve per un piacevole soggiorno, bagno grande e moderno. colazione ricca e variegata

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Ivan solo_traveller lu
8
Pros:

Perfect location. 5min walk to Rynek Glowny and a main train station.
Very comfortable and large bed.
Very nice and clean room.

Cons:

We asked for a dessert from a hotel restaurant's menu, got very rude answer: "oven is not working".
When asked about laundry, been told to look for it in the city.
Breakfast pretty basic for a 5* hotel. Definitely not worth all 5 of it.

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Królowa solo_traveller de
10
Pros:

Mila obsluga ,piekne wneteza ,blisko pieknej ulucy ,wspaniale

Cons:

Cudowny hotel puekne wnwtrza

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Michelle solo_traveller us
10
2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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SHINJIRO solo_traveller jp
9
Pros:

シングルは小さいが、きれいで快適です。タオルヒーターがあり、8月でも日中は16度と寒い時にルームヒーターになりました。乾燥気候で肌荒れが気になリましたが、部屋にボディローションがあるのは良かったです。

Cons:

ヘアートリートメントがあると、さらに良い。深夜にフロント不在の時間帯があり心配しました。

2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Paula solo_traveller pt
10
Pros:

Gostei de tudo. Funcionários muito prestáveis. Tudo muito limpo. Obrigada por tudo

2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Alia solo_traveller ae
10
Pros:

If you want a close to center hotel with friendly staff and live in a hotel that takes you back to 18th century
Then this is the one

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Zolfi couple se
2
Apart from its great location, this hotel was far below what I would expect from a five-star property, and unfortunately
Pros:

The only thing I really liked about this hotel was its location. The staff were nice and helpful, and the bed was comfortable. Other than that, there wasn’t much that stood out.

Cons:

If you are looking for a truly modern, high-quality five-star hotel, I would strongly advise against staying here. I honestly found it difficult to understand how this property is rated as a five-star hotel.

The hotel is extremely old-fashioned and badly in need of renovation. On our first night, we were given a room with a window facing a wall, so there was virtually no natural light at all. The air in the room was unbearable, with a strong smell of dampness and mustiness. Almost everything felt old and worn out—the furniture, the common areas, the linens, and especially the bathroom. The bathtub was so old, stained, and grimy that I honestly did not feel comfortable using it.

For a five-star hotel, the bathroom amenities were also surprisingly poor. There were no proper separate toiletries—just one basic liquid that was apparently meant to serve as body wash, shampoo, and everything else. This was far below what I would expect from a five-star property.

We barely managed to get through the first night. After speaking with reception, they did move us to another room, which was somewhat better. At least the smell of dampness and mustiness was less intense. However, the view was still extremely disappointing. The window faced an area where garbage and waste were stored, and whenever we tried to open the window, the smell of rubbish came directly into the room. As a result, we couldn’t really keep the window open.

The bathroom in the second room also had a very unpleasant smell, and the bathtub was in such poor condition, with years of grime and buildup, that taking a shower was genuinely unpleasant and uncomfortable.

Overall, this was one of my worst hotel experiences. The only real positive thing about this property is its location. The staff were kind and did try to help when we complained, and the bed itself was comfortable, but unfortunately, those positives do not make up for the overall condition of the hotel.

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Michał solo_traveller pl
8
Pros:

Wszystko

Cons:

Nic

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Joanna solo_traveller us
9
2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Katarzyna couple pl
10
Bardzo dobre miejsce na nocleg w Krakowie.
Pros:

Przede wszystkim lokalizacja, obok najpiekniejszych obiektów Krakowa. Dobry kontakt, poprosiłam o pokój od podwórza i daleko od windy, prośba została spełniona. W pokoju czysto, łazienka też w porządku.

Cons:

Proponuję dołożyć jedną mniejszą poduszkę. Te dostępne są bardzo grube, duże i mniejszy człowiek nie może z nich korzystać.

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Irina solo_traveller ca
9
I always look forward to coming back!
Pros:

This was my fourth stay at this hotel. I absolutely love the atmosphere of this historic place - it has a charm and character. The room was immaculately clean and the staff are always very pleasant, helpful and professional.
The breakfasts are absolutely delicious, and I especially enjoy the lovely breakfast room and the little gardens.
For me, this hotel is truly an oasis of peace and tranquility in the heart of Krakow.

Cons:

The only thing I would suggest improving is the shower floor. The plastic floor in the shower cabin is quite slippery and having a non-slip bath mat or similar safety mat would be a practical way to help prevent possible accidents.

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Samuele couple it
10
Pros:

Posizione e struttura

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Danuta couple pl
8
Pros:

Sniadania bardzo dobre, lokalizacja świetna. Mało programów telewizyjych

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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LAN couple fr
10
Beautiful hotel, Spacious room, elegant furnishings, classic old world charm. charm
Pros:

Location, hotel deco

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Vered solo_traveller il
10
Pros:

Excellent hotel

Cons:

Non

2026-08-23 via Nuitee