Amber Boutique Hotels – Hotel Amber, Krakow

★★★ Charming · Mid-range
Krakow

Guest ratings

Location9.6
Cleanliness9.6
Service9.6
Value9.2
Rooms9
Sleep quality9.2
3-star 18 rooms from $87

What guests mention

the main square old town quiet street excellent hotel recommend this hotel scrambled eggs salt mines small hotel side street minute walk breakfast room comfortable beds

Guests tend to rate Hotel Amber highly for its peaceful central setting, spotless rooms and notably kind, attentive staff. Many enjoy the ample breakfast, especially the fresh options and cooked eggs, while the garden and sauna add a relaxing touch after sightseeing. Rooms are commonly considered roomy, comfortable and quiet despite the hotel’s proximity to the Old Town. The main reservation is that certain furnishings and decorative details can feel a little dated or show minor wear. Overall, visitors see it as a warm, good-value boutique stay with personal service.

Guest guide

Your stay, step by step

Advice from guests who actually stayed at Amber Boutique Hotels – Hotel Amber — the single most helpful tip for each part of your trip, in the order you'll need it, from booking to your last morning.

Booking

Book directly through the hotel website for better rates and privileges, including free sauna access.

Transport

Reserve nearby parking in advance; spaces are limited, with parking about 200 metres away costing 90 PLN per day.

Rooms

Request a rear-, courtyard-, or garden-facing room for greater quiet and less traffic noise.

Dining

Enjoy the breakfast for its variety and wide choice of options.

Activities

Book tours before arrival, especially guided excursions.

Location

Walk to the Main Square via the park on the right or the shops on the left; many Old Town attractions are nearby.

Service

Ask reception for restaurant recommendations and local advice.

Insider tips

What guests who stayed here recommend

Real advice grouped by theme — drawn from guest reviews of Amber Boutique Hotels – Hotel Amber.

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Request a rear-, courtyard-, or garden-facing room for greater quiet and less traffic noise.

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Request a balcony room; balcony rooms are generally on the first floor and face the street.

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Request a rear room for a quieter courtyard or garden outlook, especially if you sleep with the windows open.

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Request a front street-view room for a wrought-iron balcony and fresh air; close the windows at night to limit road noise.

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Transport

Reserve nearby parking in advance; spaces are limited, with parking about 200 metres away costing 90 PLN per day.

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Upgrade to a deluxe or larger room for extra space, a sitting area, and possibly a sofa or bath; the price difference is worthwhile.

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Location

Walk to the Main Square via the park on the right or the shops on the left; many Old Town attractions are nearby.

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Ask for room 103 or 104 for a small street-facing balcony.

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Transport

Use Bolt or Uber rather than standard local taxis for cheaper, convenient rides.

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Service

Ask reception for restaurant recommendations and local advice.

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Booking

Book directly through the hotel website for better rates and privileges, including free sauna access.

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Dining

Enjoy the breakfast for its variety and wide choice of options.

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Activities

Book tours before arrival, especially guided excursions.

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Rooms

Consider room 306 for a spacious family or deluxe room on the top floor.

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Booking

Ask to compare rooms in the newer section before choosing.

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Booking

Book early while availability remains.

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Request room 306 for a particularly spacious room at the back of its floor.

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Choose a family room for extra space and child-friendly amenities.

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Location

Allow extra time to reach the Main Square while Karmelicka Street is under renovation.

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Transport

Take bus 304 from near the hotel to the Wieliczka Salt Mines.

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Transport

Ask the hotel to arrange airport transfers instead of booking through Ryanair.

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Transport

Walk from the train station and use the nearby trams to get around the city.

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Dining

Visit the nearby beer shop, about three minutes away, for a broad selection of Polish beers at good prices.

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Dining

Arrange evening meals elsewhere because the hotel has no bar or food service beyond breakfast.

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Request vegetarian items to be labeled and kept separate from meat and cheese platters.

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Bring your own teabags if you prefer a particular tea.

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Rooms

Close the window and use the air conditioning if road noise bothers you at night.

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Request room cleaning when you want it, as housekeeping is not automatic.

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Book a double rather than a double/twin room if you want one bed.

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Choose a room with a couch or sitting area for longer stays.

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Ask for room 206 for a quiet rear-facing location.

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Upgrade to room 212 for a large rear-facing room with a separate lounge, air conditioning, and no street noise.

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Ask for room 360 for a large, quiet room at the back.

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Request a room away from the stairs and elevators to reduce hallway noise.

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Ask for room 6 if you specifically want a balcony.

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Dining

Try the hotel breakfast.

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Service

Tell the hotel if you are celebrating something.

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Booking

Email the hotel with your room requirements before booking.

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Book a front-facing family room for comfort, but expect some street noise.

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Book the studio room for groups of up to six, using its adjoining door.

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Request a room away from street level, as the windows may not be double-glazed.

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Ask for a room away from the building next door to avoid renovation noise.

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Ask for a quiet third-floor room away from the lift.

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Request room 106 if you need disabled access to the toilet and shower.

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Request room 102 for extra space.

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Request room 206 for its giant bed and good shower.

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Request room 110 if you need twin beds when traveling alone.

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Choose a room ending in 01 or 06 for an exceptionally quiet courtyard-facing position.

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Request rooms 103 or 104 for balconies overlooking a quiet side street, but close the balcony doors while sleeping.

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Activities

Use the fitness room and enjoy morning coffee in the small interior garden.

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Take the hotel’s vodka tasting and use the staff’s local knowledge.

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Try the hotel sauna.

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About Amber Boutique Hotels – Hotel Amber

Hotel Amber is the kind of small Kraków address that feels quietly polished rather than showy. Set within the Amber Boutique Hotels collection, it brings together historic character, restrained elegance and a genuinely cosy scale. The atmosphere is calm and well looked after, with comfortable beds, a peaceful garden and sauna offering welcome downtime after a day in the city. It is a smart mid-range choice for travellers who value thoughtful hospitality over a large, impersonal hotel experience.

The hotel sits on a tucked-away street in Kraków’s historic centre, around five minutes on foot from the city’s main market square. That means the Old Town’s churches, cafés, museums and evening bustle are close at hand, while the immediate setting remains pleasantly removed from the noise. It works particularly well for couples, solo city-break travellers and anyone planning sightseeing trips farther afield, including the Wieliczka Salt Mine, without sacrificing a restful base.

Guests regularly highlight the warmth of the reception team, who are often described as attentive and helpful in a personal, unfussy way. Breakfast earns especially enthusiastic comments, with fresh fruit and made-to-order egg dishes among the appreciated details. Visitors also praise the generous, quiet rooms and high standards of cleanliness. A few note small signs of age in the décor, but most feel the welcoming service, excellent setting and overall comfort make for a lovely stay and strong value in central Kraków.

Facilities

  • 24-hour check-in
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Airport transportation
  • Baggage storage
  • Breakfast available
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Business Center with Internet Access
  • Car hire
  • Complimentary Instant Coffee
  • Complimentary tea
  • Concierge
  • Conference facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • First aid kit
  • Free breakfast
  • Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
  • Highchairs available
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Meeting rooms
  • Non-smoking hotel
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Paid private parking nearby
  • Patio
  • Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
  • Shared lounge / TV area
  • Shoeshine
  • Street parking
  • Strollers
  • Sun deck
  • Taxi service
  • Umbrella
  • Wifi

Good to know

Price range
$87 - $218
Rooms
18
Hotel class
3-star
Style
Charming · Mid-range
WiFi
Free
Also known as
Amber Hotel Krakow

Location

Garbarska 8-10, Krakow, 31-131, PL