Words & Swords is located in the centre of Kraków, a few steps from the Main Market Square. Free WiFi access is available. Shared bathroom comes with a hairdryer. You can enjoy city view from the rooms. At Words & Swords you will find a shared kitchen. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling and hiking. A trip to Wieliczka Salt Mine and Auschwitz-Birkenau can be arranged at a surcharge. If you feel like visiting the surroundings, check out St. Florian's Gate (500 metres) and Cloth Hall (500 metres), as well as Wawel Royal Castle (1.4 km). This property is 17 km from Krakow - Balice Airport.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Kraków, this property has an excellent location score of 9.6

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
or
1 large double bed
Bedroom :
1 double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
8.8
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Eddie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    second visit to words & swords. The owner Magdalena is super friendly and will assist in away she can. It's about 10 minutes from train station and 5 to the main square. very safe and secure and lovely and warm in the winter. Tea and coffee...
  • I
    Iwan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Charming place with good standards of cleanliness and convenient access to town.
  • Oksana
    Ukraine Ukraine
    Just love such type of rooms in old buildings ,they have everything u need not for a long stay .Was very helpful to find a needle because nowhere to buy around.Great location.
  • Max
    Germany Germany
    Very clean, several barhrooms, towel included, footmats for showers available. Owner always present and very nice
  • Anastasiia
    Ukraine Ukraine
    This is an ideal place for a short stay. The room and the whole hotel is very clean! The owner is very friendly and creates a friendly atmosphere! It took me 20 minutes to walk to the hotel from the bus station. The city centre is also within...
  • Rita
    Hungary Hungary
    fair for its price, good location, nice staff, the room was spacious
  • Take
    Italy Italy
    Everything was really clean, especially the bathrooms.
  • Katarzyna
    Poland Poland
    location, rough but cosy, self sufficient when it comes to check in check out, space on the floor for huge luggage, place was often being cleaned
  • Rebecca
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fabulous location, great value for money and really comfortable
  • Piotr
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Magdalena was extremely lovely, pointed me towards good locations and restaurants to visit, and was overall super friendly. She clearly works hard to maintain the rooms. Location close to the centre, easy to get to and from the train and coach...

Property surroundings

Facilities of Words & Swords
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular facilities
  • Parking on site
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
  • Laundry
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Dressing room
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
Living Area
  • Dining area
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs 60 zł per day.
  • Street parking
Services
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Polish

House rules
Words & Swords takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 11 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardMaestroCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that breaking the smoking ban is subject to a penalty of PLN 500 and immediate cancellation of the booking.

Please inform Words & Swords in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

When staying at the property with children, please 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 with whom they are staying.

FAQs about Words & Swords

  • The prices at Words & Swords may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Words & Swords offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Walking tours
    • Tour or class about local culture

  • Words & Swords is 450 yards from the centre of Kraków. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Words & Swords is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.