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About the Hotel

Starowislna 57, Krakow, Poland, 31-038

Hotel Columbus is a 3-star property located in the historic Old Town of Kraków, known for its stunning medieval architecture and culture. It is positioned 900 meters from key landmarks like Wawel Royal Castle and the Czartoryski Museum. The hotel's colonial style features exotic wooden decorations, adding a unique aesthetic to the accommodation. Guests benefit from a blend of modern comforts and historical charm, making it an appealing option for both leisure and business travelers.

Location

Situated in the vibrant Kazimierz quarter, Hotel Columbus provides easy access to many of Kraków’s most notable attractions, including the Market Square and St. Mary’s Basilica, all within walking distance. The hotel's location allows for a relatively walkable neighborhood experience, enriched by nearby parks like Planty Park. Public transportation options are readily accessible, facilitating convenient travel throughout the city.

Rooms

Hotel Columbus offers 24 air-conditioned rooms that combine comfort with imaginative decor. Each room includes amenities such as 24-hour room service, flat-screen TVs, and minibars stocked with complimentary mineral water. The rooms range from twin to triple accommodations, ensuring options for various guest needs. Unique touches include soundproof windows and beautifully finished interiors that reflect warm colors and local art.

Eat & Drink

The hotel features a complimentary breakfast buffet served daily, providing a variety of options to start the day. A cozy café-bar is available on-site for guests to enjoy drinks and light refreshments. Room service is also offered, allowing guests to dine in the comfort of their rooms. Dining choices extend to numerous local restaurants within walking distance, showcasing the area's culinary diversity.

Leisure & Business

Columbus Hotel includes a well-equipped conference room on the ground floor, ideal for meetings and events. Guests can enjoy recreational facilities such as a garden and a small library, as well as access to a full-service spa for relaxation. The hotel's professional staff is available to assist with arranging activities, including ticket bookings and transportation rentals, ensuring a seamless experience.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double Room Extra Bed

Max:

3 persons

21 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Heating

Air conditioning

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Double or Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

18 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Air conditioning

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Single Room

Max:

1 person

18 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

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Getting around

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City Centre

Krakow 1.2 km

Airports

John Paul II International Krakow-Balice (KRK) 24.4 km

Katowice (KTW) 116.1 km

Train

Kraków Main Station 1.6 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spotless and Cozy

“The room was spotless, creating a welcoming atmosphere that made my stay incredibly comfortable.” view full review

Relaxing Spa Retreat

“The spa facilities were outstanding, especially the heated pool that was perfect for unwinding after a long day.” view full review

Excellent Shower Pressure

“The shower pressure was excellent, making for an invigorating start to each day.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast!

“Breakfast offered a wide variety of delicious options that catered to every taste, making my mornings delightful.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Luggage storage
Lift
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Skiing

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Computer connection

Dining

Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
LCD projector
Fax/Photocopying
Flip chart

Spa & Leisure

Public terrace/Patio
Garden area

Room features

Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Garden furniture
Bottled water
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Bath/ Shower
Towels

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Starowislna 57, Krakow, Poland, 31-038

Map view

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Starowislna 57, Krakow, Poland, 31-038

City landmarks

Castle

Wawel Royal Castle

1.4 km

Square

Main Square

1.3 km

University

Collegium Maius Great College

1.6 km

ul. Maly Rynek 9

Saint Barbara's Church

1.1 km

Northeast corner of Plac Wolnica

Corpus Christi Church

810 m

Church

St. Mary's Basilica

1.6 km

Museum

The Cloth Hall

1.2 km

ul. Basztowa

Krakow Barbican

1.7 km

Center of Old Town

Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square

1.3 km

Museum

Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory

1.4 km

At the midpoint of Grodzka On The East Side

Church of St. Andrew

1.1 km

Church

Church of Saint Apostles Peter and Paul

1.2 km

Rynek Glowny

Old Town

1.3 km

ul. Lipowa 4

Muzeum Krakowa

1.4 km

Church

Church of St. Catherine of Alexandria

810 m

Tower

Town Hall Tower

1.2 km

Museum

Cracow Historical Museum

1.5 km

Church

Wawel Cathedral

1.3 km

Rynek

Adam Mickiewicz Monument

1.1 km

KrakowPoland

Planty Park

790 m

Plac Szczepanski 3a

Bunkier Sztuki Contemporary Art Gallery

1.6 km

Franciszka Maryewskiego 3

Krakus Mound

2.1 km

Museum

Czartoryski Museum

1.6 km

Church

Church of St Michael the Archangel and St Stanislaus Bishop and Martyr and Pauline Fathers Monastery

1.2 km

Ul. Pijarska

Saint Florian's Gate

1.8 km

Nearby

Synagogue

Old Synagogue

300 m

Synagogue

Izaak Synagogue

410 m

Synagogue

High Synagogue

400 m

Museum

Galicia Jewish Museum

390 m

Synagogue

Wolf Popper Synagogue

200 m

Restaurants

Polakowski Self Service Restaurant

120 m

ul. Miodowa 39

Nasze Tbilisi

60 m

Starowislna 49

Krakuski Cafe

70 m

ul. Starowislna 52

Awiteks

100 m

Starowislna 52

Pitagiros

130 m

ul. StarowiSlna 42/3 wejście od Berka Joselewicza

012 Pizza

140 m

Berka Joselewicza 9

Frankie's

160 m

Miodowa 32

Ciastkarnia Vanilla

240 m

ul. Brzozowa 13

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

88%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Friendly Staff

Great Location

Limited Breakfast Options

Additional Charges

8.8/10

Great

Rooms

8.8

Location

9.5

Service

9.3

Dining

8.3

Judy

United States, April 2024

9.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel! The rooms were spacious, beautiful, and spotlessly clean with clean towels every day and a varied breakfast selection. The excellent air conditioning made my stay very comfortable. It was a sparkling clean, cozy, and quiet oasis. The staff were friendly, polite, and extremely helpful throughout my stay. The location was fantastic, within walking distance of major attractions. The dining experience offered plenty of delicious choices. Overall, great value for money.

Rooms

10.0

The rooms were very large with a bath and shower overhead, spacious, beautiful en suite, and spotlessly clean with daily towel refreshment. The excellent air conditioning was a real lifesaver during the hot weather.

Service

10.0

The staff were friendly, polite, and always ready to assist before, during, and after my stay. They made sure everything was replenished promptly. Truly excellent service.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was fantastic, just around the corner from the Old Jewish quarters and a short walk to the Old Town, making it convenient to explore the city's highlights. It was great to be close to both major attractions and within walking distance of everything.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was superb with plenty of choices, including cereals, breads, cheese, meats, eggs, bacon, fruits, cakes, and yogurts. The wide variety of options made breakfast a delightful start to the day.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel's facilities were top-notch, offering everything I needed for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. From laundry services to computer connections, they had it all.

Giles

United Kingdom, March 2024

8.6/10

The hotel has a great location next to the district of Kazimierz and tram stations, making it very convenient. The rooms are spacious, clean, and comfortable, though a bit stuffy without the air conditioning. The service is exceptional, with friendly and helpful staff. The dining offers a good selection of quality food. Overall, a pleasant stay with good value for money.

Rooms

8.0

The room was large enough, quiet, clean, had good AC, some English TV channels, and a comfortable bed, but was a little stuffy without the air conditioning.

Service

9.0

The staff were very friendly, courteous, and helpful, making every effort to ensure a great experience at the hotel and in Krakow.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is a big plus, right by the tram station and close to the Old Town and Kazimierz district, making it very convenient for exploring.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was nice with a great selection of meats, cheeses, breads, and more, perfect for starting the day.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offers dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry services, computer connection, welcome drink, and tours/ticket assistance for added convenience.

Laura

United Kingdom, January 2024

9.2/10

I had a fantastic stay at this hotel! The rooms were quite big and clean, with comfy big beds. The hotel's location is perfect for exploring the city, near the Jewish quarter and just a 10-minute walk to the main square. The service was phenomenal, with courteous and friendly staff who were always professional in every aspect. The dining experience offered a superb selection of delicious hot and cold food. The hotel's facilities were top-notch, making my stay even more enjoyable. Overall, I would definitely go back for another memorable experience.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are super clean and well-organized.

Service

9.0

The staff were lovely, making sure nothing was too much trouble. They provided a range of services from dry cleaning to tours/ticket assistance.

Location

10.0

The location is excellent in the Jewish quarter, very close to numerous bars and restaurants. They even helped in booking tours and taxis for us.

Dining

9.0

The dining had a superb selection of delicious hot and cold food, with self-service options covering all tastes.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offers great facilities making the stay truly comfortable and relaxing.

Friendly Staff

Limited Breakfast Options

United States, January 2024

8.2/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel. The rooms, though basic, were clean and nicely designed. The staff was extremely helpful and friendly. The location is great, close to the main square and the Jewish quarter, making it convenient for exploring Krakow. The dining options were satisfactory, but there is room for improvement. Overall, a comfortable and value-for-money choice.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were comfortable with no extra frills but very clean and nicely designed.

Service

9.0

The staff went the extra mile to ensure a pleasant and helpful stay, showing great attention to detail.

Location

9.0

The location is amazing, close to the main square and Jewish quarter, with plenty of restaurants and bars nearby.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were fine, with delicious hot and cold food, but there could be room for improvement.