Along the banks of Poland’s river Vistula lies one of Europe’s most beautiful cities, Kraków. Rich in history, culture and design, Kraków was founded on the slaying of a dragon by mythical royalty. Today, this city has become an economic, academic and cultural centre of Poland: not only is it the location of Poland’s most prestigious university, which lies among the world’s oldest; its Historic Centre is also one of the world’s first UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Its exciting district of Kazimierz is also one of the best places to explore pre-war Jewish culture in all of Europe.
All this, however, is just the tip of the iceberg! The best way to explore Kraków is to stay in it; and what better way to stay somewhere than in style? Here are 11 crazy cool Airbnbs in Krakow, Poland.
1. Chalkboard chic: Designer apartment in Kazimierz (from 61 USD)
For a chic stay in a historic district, book this stylish designer apartment. Situated along one of Kazimierz’s major streets, this apartment bears a convenient location between this historic district and the Main Square of Kraków’s Old Town. Wake up on the bedroom’s double bed or the home’s sofa bed before heading out for the day. Keep track of your travels using the chalkboard; or, if you’re more of a pen-and-paper kind of person, peg your memos on the board above the couch. Make use of the bedroom’s many cupboards to organise your clothes and other necessities during your stay here!
Designer apartment in Jewish district
Address: along Dietla, Kazimierz, Kraków, Poland (see map)
Price: from 61 USD
Number of Guests: 3
2. Prismatic posh: Attic loft in Kazimierz (from 68 USD)
Yet another fabulous holiday home lies in this loft! Also located in Kazimierz, this spacious home is bright, colourful yet simplistic. Let the morning sun stream in through one of many skylights as you rise and shine on one of three sleeping spaces – the bedroom’s double bed, the couch in the living room, or the home’s other bed (not pictured). Enter the modest kitchen and have a scrumptious meal with your travel companions at the cosy dining table. On a day in or after a long day out, wind down as you lounge in the living room with a good read from the bookshelf.
Stylish Vintage Loft
Address: along Dietla, Kazimierz, Kraków, Poland (see map)
Price: from 68 USD
Number of Guests: 4
3. Great green getaway: Terraced apartment in Kazimierz (from 64 USD)
The Vistula, the longest, largest and most historical river in Poland, flows through Kraków. For an appreciation of the city’s natural features, stay in this apartment, located on the river’s banks! Before heading out for the day, enjoy a cup of coffee and breakfast on the lush, beautiful terrace as you gaze at the Vistula’s sparkling blue waters. After a long day out, why not enjoy dinner and a game of chess on the terrace as well? If it’s cold outside, the library in the lounge is provided for your entertainment. When it’s time for bed, escape to one of two lively, colourful bedrooms or unfold the lounge’s sofa bed for a good night’s rest.
Riverview Apartment with Green Terrace
Address: on the banks of Vistula River, Kazimierz, Kraków, Poland (see map)
Price: from 64 USD
Number of Guests: 6
4. Sunny side up: Apartment near city centre (from 40 USD)
Apartments near the city centre of Kraków offer a different kind of experience as compared with those in other cities. Take for example this apartment – decked out in bright, sunny hues, it’s an idyllic yet invigorating stay!
Wake up every morning to the wide open space of this home, and head out to the living room for a short read before your day out, or some fresh air at the balcony. When the trees outside are in season, you can even pick walnuts from their branches! Prepare breakfast with the ample groceries and appliances in the kitchen before heading out to the sights, most of which are just a stone’s throw from this central home!
Friendly Apartment in the Centre
Address: along Karmelicka, Stare Miasto, Kraków, Poland (see map)
Price: from 40 USD
Number of Guests: 4
5. Desert den: Attic loft near Market Square (from 48 USD)
If you’ve got business in Kraków, or are travelling in a larger group than most, bunk in this gorgeous attic loft. Just outside Kraków’s old town, this home also welcomes families and their furry friends! With this apartment, read on a lazy day in, bathe in luxury in a commodious bathroom (including both a shower and a Jacuzzi!), and maybe get some work done. After a long day out, choose any bedroom that catches your fancy, be it the comic-filled cosy of the teens’ bedroom, the simplicity of the orange bedroom, or the bookworm’s paradise in the library. Your pets even have a corner to curl up in!
Attic Loft near Market Square
Address: between Karmelicka and aleja Juliusza Słowackiego, Stare Miasto, Kraków, Poland (see map)
Price: from 48 USD
Number of Guests: 6
6. Aquatic artistry: Artistic apartment near Market Square (from 73 USD)
With an almost ethereal glow to it, this apartment is a tranquil yet central home for those looking to explore Kraków’s Old Town. With two commodious double beds and a couch, this accommodation comfortably sleeps five; making it a comfortable stay for a sizeable group of companions. Enjoy your breakfast on the coffee table in the living room as you indulge in some morning television; and for long-term stays, there’s even a washer you can use for your clothes!
Polish Art 5
Address: between Wesoła Zachód and Grzegórzki, Kraków, Poland (see map)
Price: from 73 USD
Number of Guests: 5
7. Welcome to wanderlust: Flat in Old Town (from 39 USD)
On business in Kraków? Doesn’t mean you should have to miss out on all this city has to offer! Located on the border of Kraków’s Old Town, this simplistic apartment injects a dose of wanderlust into all who stay in it. Wake up every morning in one of two fresh, spacious bedrooms, and get dressed before the grand mirrors in each of them. Work on your laptop in the larger room, or use the chalkboard in the smaller room to jot down memos. If you need a break, kick back in the swing at the doorway of the second bedroom!
Amazing & Extremely Central Flat
Address: along Straszewskiego, Stare Miasto, Kraków, Poland (see map)
Price: from 39 USD
Number of Guests: 6
8. Modern apartment in the city center (from 66 USD)
This fully furnished modern apartment sets you in the heart of Krakow. There’s a sofa bed in the living room and a double bed in the bedroom that’ll comfortably fit four guests. For those who wish to whip up a meal, there’s a fully-equipped kitchen for guests to use. Other amenities include WiFi, an indoor fireplace, air-conditioning/heating, TV and essentials. If you’re travelling with children, this Airbnb also provides a crib, high char and baby bathtub.
Modern apartment in the city center
Price: from 66 USD
Number of Guests: 4
9. Medieval modernity: Apartment in Main Square (from 54 USD)
Kraków is home to numerous apartments bursting with chic interiors and modern hues, but if you’re looking for something that shares the city’s historical vibe, this Airbnb just might suit you! With a location to suit its atmosphere (it’s located just 100m from Main Square!), the pristine walls of this home enclose decor reminiscent of ancient times. Sleep on the queen bed beneath the wall’s ancient tapestry, or unfold the couch into a bed! Dine within the olden vibe of the dining area, and exit the home through furnishings of rustic wood. If you’re planning to buy groceries and cook in, the kitchenette has everything you’ll need.
Nicholas Studio
Address: along Sławkowska, Stare Miasto, Kraków, Poland (see map)
Price: from 54 USD
Number of Guests: 4
10. Pretty & panoramic: Colourful home near Krakus Mound (from 244 USD)
Looking for an idyllic vacation to fit a big group of companions? Though this accommodation lies a little out of the way, it’s every bit as historical as the city centre – it’s located just a stone’s throw away from Krakus Mound, said to be the final resting place of Kraków’s mythical founder, the legendary King Krakus. In this home, have a hearty dinner in at the bright, greenery-lined dining area, and have fun with everyone in the equally sunny living room. On a day in, escape outdoors with your pets (yes; your furry friends are welcome here as well!) and play in the lush garden. Afterwards, bathe pretty in pink in the bathroom and bunk in one of four bedrooms for a good night’s sleep.
Beautiful House with Garden & Jacuzzi
Address: near Kopiec Krakusa, Krakus Mound, 30-543 Kraków, Poland (see map)
Price: from 244 USD
Number of Guests: 10
11. Bright, blue, beautiful: Romantic apartment in Old Town (from 85 USD)
Having your honeymoon in Kraków? There’s no better place for your most romantic stay than this luxurious apartment! Located just outside Old Town, this accommodation is central to all the sights, and the perfect place to retreat with your loved one after a long day of adventure. Curl up to your other half in the king-sized bed, and wake up every morning to sunshine streaming in through the skylight. On a night in, watch a romantic movie on the couch, or bathe in glamour with the open-concept bathtub. If you’ve got extra guests, the sofa bed folds out to a double bed.
Romantic Apartment in Old Town
Address: along Józefa Piłsudskiego, Stare Miasto, Kraków, Poland (see map)
Price: from 85 USD
Number of Guests: 4
Comfy in Kraków
Ready for an enriching stay in Kraków? Know that an affordable stay doesn’t always have to come at a compromise. Let one of these 10 gorgeous Airbnb rentals be the home that welcomes you back after a day of adventure in this mesmerising city.
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