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About the Hotel

Ul. Basztowa 23\/5, Krakow, Poland

Grand Central Hostel, a 2-star accommodation in Krakow's Old Town, provides 24-hour front desk service and free WiFi throughout the medieval district, with free beverages, books, and maps available to guests.

Room Amenities and Features

The hostel offers 9 accommodations equipped with safes, coffee/tea makers, refrigerators, and microwaves. Guests at Grand Central Hostel Krakow access shared bathrooms with showers and hair dryers, while rooms feature city and garden views.

Dining and Refreshments

A common area serves complimentary coffee and tea throughout the day.

Activities and Services

The property maintains a playground and provides tourist information services. Guests can arrange trips and utilize laundry services.

Central City Location

Grand Central Hostel stands 3 minutes from Galeria Krakowska Shopping Centre and 7 minutes from Main Market Square. Nearby attractions include Krakow Barbican, Wawel Royal Castle, and Botanic Garden of the Jagiellonian University.

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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
Standard Twin Room
Max:
2 persons
185 sq. feet 
Bed options:
2 Single beds
Garden view
Shower
Heating
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Triple Room
Max:
3 persons
205 sq. feet 
Bed options:
3 Single beds
Garden view
Shower
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Quadruple Room
Max:
4 persons
185 sq. feet 
Bed options:
1 Single bed
Garden view
Shower
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Getting around

Available transportation options

City Centre
Krakow400 ft
Airports
John Paul II International Krakow-Balice (KRK) 10.6 mi
Katowice (KTW) 65.4 mi
Train
Kraków Main Station1700 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • Non-smoking property
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Luggage storage

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

  • Paid breakfast

Room features

  • Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Washing machine

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Location

Ul. Basztowa 23\/5, Krakow, Poland
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Ul. Basztowa 23\/5, Krakow, Poland
Nearby
Square
Main Square
1100 ft
University
Collegium Maius Great College
1700 ft
ul. Maly Rynek 9
Saint Barbara's Church
400 ft
Church
St. Mary's Basilica
800 ft
Museum
The Cloth Hall
900 ft
Center of Old Town
Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square
900 ft
At the midpoint of Grodzka On The East Side
Church of St. Andrew
1800 ft
Rynek Glowny
Old Town
1200 ft
Church
Church of Saint Apostles Peter and Paul
1700 ft
Museum
Cracow Historical Museum
1500 ft
Tower
Town Hall Tower
1000 ft
Rynek
Adam Mickiewicz Monument
700 ft
KrakowPoland
Planty Park
900 ft
Church
Church of St Adalbert
700 ft
Church
Dominican Church
500 ft
Church
Saint Cross Church
1700 ft
Monument
Grunwald Monument
800 ft
Restaurants
Chimney Cake Bakery
500 ft
ul. Basztowa 26A Small Green Kiosk
Glonojad
800 ft
2 plac Jana Matejki
Kocia Kawiarnia Kociarnia
900 ft
Lubicz 1
Papa Gelato
1000 ft
Lubicz 3
Kawiarnia Teatralna w Krakowie
1000 ft
Plac Swietego Ducha 1
La Mia Gelateria
700 ft
ul.Pijarska 23 Corner of Pijarska/Szpitalna street
Moaburger
800 ft
ul. Mikolajska 3
U Babci Maliny
1900 ft
Ulica Slawkowska 17 and Ulica Szpitalna 38
Kawowy Domek
1000 ft
Ulica Worcella 8

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
66%
enjoyed the hotel and would happily return
6.6/10
Nice
Rooms
7.6
Location
9.2
Service
8.6
Dining
7.2
Guest reviews
6.6/10
based on 5 reviews
7.3
7.3/10 based on 1280 reviews
Steve
United States, February  2025
6.6/10

I had a decent stay at this hostel, mainly because of its great location near the bus and train stations, as well as the main square. The dorm was spacious with comfortable beds, and the kitchen and common area were nice to relax in. However, the bathrooms could definitely use some improvement, as they were lacking privacy and cleanliness at times.

Rooms
7.0
The dorm I stayed in was very spacious and had comfortable beds, which I really appreciated.
Service
8.0
The staff at the reception were friendly and helpful, always willing to assist me with anything I needed.
Location
9.0
This hostel is in a fantastic location, making it easy to access the main attractions of Krakow.
Dining
8.0
There’s a good kitchen and common room area, which was nice for preparing meals and socializing.
Facilities
6.0
While the common areas were good, the bathroom situation was a bit cramped and could be cleaner.
Ed
United States, February  2025
6.6/10

I had a great stay at the Grand Central Hostel, mainly due to its ideal location and the spacious dorm rooms, but the bathrooms could definitely use some improvement. The staff was friendly and welcoming, which made my experience pleasant. There were some drawbacks, like the tight showers with limited privacy and not enough toilets to accommodate everyone.

Rooms
8.0
The dorm room was spacious and comfortable, making my stay quite pleasant.
Service
9.0
The staff was very friendly, welcoming me with a smile even at late hours.
Location
10.0
I chose this hostel for its perfect location close to both the bus and train stations, as well as the main square.
Dining
7.0
There was a kitchen available and I appreciated the common areas.
Facilities
5.0
The bathrooms were a downside as there were only two showers, which could not be locked and lacked privacy.
John
United States, November  2024
6.0/10

I had a decent stay at Grand Central Hostel. The location was perfect, just a short walk from the train station and the main square. The dorm was spacious and quiet, which was great for resting. However, the bathrooms definitely need improvement, especially the lack of privacy in the showers and the cleanliness of the toilets.

Rooms
7.0
The dorm I stayed in was roomy, and I appreciated the comfortable beds. However, I did find it a bit annoying to have to make my bed upon arrival, especially at such a late hour.
Service
8.0
The reception staff were friendly and welcoming. I liked that they had 24-hour service, which was reassuring.
Location
9.0
The hostel's location was fantastic; it was really close to both the bus and train stations, making it easy to explore the city.
Dining
6.0
I didn't have a chance to eat much, but I noticed there was a kitchen available with coffee and tea facilities, which is always a plus.
Facilities
5.0
While the common room was nice and there were services like paid laundry, the bathrooms were a downside. There was only one toilet, and it wasn't always clean.
Paul
United States, November  2024
7.4/10

I only spent one night at the hostel, but I really could've stayed longer. The prices are super cheap for the quality you get. The location is fantastic, just a short walk from the train station, and the staff are incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made me feel right at home. However, the bathroom situation could be a bit awkward since there's no locks on the shower doors.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were nice and provided private lockers, which was a plus for me.
Service
9.0
Staff were super friendly and always ready to help with tour bookings or questions.
Location
9.0
Great location, just about a 5-minute walk from the central train station.
Dining
8.0
The kitchen was well-equipped with coffee and tea, great for travelers.
Facilities
8.0
Facilities were clean and welcoming; loved the common room area.
Keith
United States, October  2024
6.6/10

My stay at Grand Central Hostel was enjoyable overall, with a fantastic location and welcoming staff. The beds were super comfortable, making for a pleasant night's sleep. However, the bathrooms could use some improvements, as the lack of locks and privacy made things a bit awkward.

Rooms
8.0
The dorm I stayed in was spacious and had comfortable beds. I appreciated the private lockers too.
Service
9.0
The reception staff was very friendly and made me feel welcomed right away.
Location
9.0
The hostel's location is great, just a short walk from the central train station and the main square.
Dining
7.0
The kitchen had coffee and tea available, which was nice for travelers.
Facilities
6.0
While the common room was great and had a good atmosphere, the bathroom situation could definitely use improvement.
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