Hotel Unicus, Krakow

★★★★ Charming · Mid-range
Krakow

Guest ratings

Location9.8
Cleanliness9.6
Service9.2
Value9
Rooms9
Sleep quality8.8
4-star 35 rooms from $113

What guests mention

the main square great location old town recommend this hotel lovely hotel central location side street beautiful city breakfast is served would stay here again street noise stayed here for nights

Guests are most enthusiastic about the setting: Hotel Unicus puts the Old Town, Main Square, St. Mary’s Basilica and other central sights within a very short walk, making it an easy choice for a city break. Reviewers often find the hotel attractive, comfortable and worth revisiting, with breakfast and the sauna adding to the stay. The main drawback mentioned is outside noise, which may affect rooms facing the street or sensitive sleepers. Overall, it is valued chiefly for convenience, charm and a reliably central Krakow base.

Guest guide

Your stay, step by step

Advice from guests who actually stayed at Hotel Unicus — 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 with the hotel for a cheaper rate.

Transport

Arrange sightseeing trips through reception if you need help booking them.

Rooms

Request a higher or top-floor room for less street noise and better views, but note that the top floor has sloped ceilings.

Dining

Book breakfast and arrive early for the widest choice.

Activities

Use the sauna on the first floor.

Location

Use the hotel as a base in the heart of Krakow's Old Town.

Service

Request housekeeping if you want room cleaning, as it may not happen automatically.

Tips & Tricks

Use the in-room iron and ironing board instead of requesting one from reception.

Insider tips

What guests who stayed here recommend

Real advice grouped by theme — drawn from guest reviews of Hotel Unicus.

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Rooms

Request a higher or top-floor room for less street noise and better views, but note that the top floor has sloped ceilings.

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Request a quiet room toward the back or away from Florianska Street and the nightlife across the road.

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Book a deluxe or double-deluxe room for substantially more space and good value.

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Choose a corner room for more space, but expect more sunlight during summer.

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Avoid the fourth floor if headroom matters, because its rooms have sloping ceilings and reduced clearance near the windows.

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Bring earplugs, especially if staying on a lower floor or facing the street-side nightclubs.

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Dining

Book breakfast and arrive early for the widest choice.

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Avoid Room 101 if elevator proximity bothers you, as it is directly opposite the lift.

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Ask for Room 206 if available for a larger twin room; Rooms 106 and 206 can have their beds moved together.

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Upgrade to a superior room or check the hotel’s website for special packages.

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Confirm whether your room includes a mini fridge, as reports differ; stock up at the nearby shops if needed.

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Consider Room 308 for a quiet third-floor corner room.

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Request Room 402 for a quiet stay with views and sounds of the church.

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Tips & Tricks

Choose the local currency when paying by card to avoid a commission.

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Transport

Do not rely on Uber to enter the Old Town; arrange a drop-off outside the restricted area.

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Transport

Arrange sightseeing trips through reception if you need help booking them.

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Service

Request housekeeping if you want room cleaning, as it may not happen automatically.

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Activities

Take a trip in one of the electric cars.

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Activities

Use the sauna on the first floor.

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Location

Use the hotel as a base in the heart of Krakow’s Old Town.

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Booking

Do not confuse Hotel Unicus with Unicus Palace when booking.

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Booking

Book Auschwitz-Birkenau tours through a provider other than Viator to avoid cancellation and refund problems.

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Booking

Book directly with the hotel for a cheaper rate.

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Dining

Reserve ahead for popular restaurants around the Old Town Square.

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Dining

Try the bar across the road.

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Dining

Confirm the breakfast location, as it may be served at another hotel.

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Tips & Tricks

Test the internet connection and safe when you arrive.

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Rooms

Keep the windows closed to reduce outside noise.

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Check the duvet size when you arrive, especially if sharing the bed.

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Book a top-floor suite if you want more space than the lower twin rooms.

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Check the AC panel and learn its controls as soon as you arrive.

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Check whether your room has a bath, as Room 117 had only a shower.

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Tips & Tricks

Use the in-room iron and ironing board instead of requesting one from reception.

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Rooms

Compare Rooms 305 and 309 if choosing a corner room, as 309 was reported to be larger.

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Ask about Room 409 if booking a double deluxe, as it was reported to be particularly spacious.

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Avoid Room 205 for longer stays if space matters, as it was reported to be small.

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Avoid Room 307 if you are a light sleeper, as it faces a busy street near the square.

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Ask for Room 209 if you want an especially large room.

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About Hotel Unicus

Hotel Unicus is a compact, characterful base that feels well matched to Krakow’s historic core. Its appeal is less about grand spectacle than an easy, welcoming sense of place: a charming mid-range stay with useful extras including a sauna, lounge, room service and round-the-clock reception. The concierge is on hand for the practicalities, whether you are arriving late or planning a full day out.

You are tucked on a side street in the Old Town, just a few minutes on foot from St. Mary’s Basilica and the Cloth Hall, with the Main Square close enough for early walks and late dinners. Wawel Royal Castle is also within easy reach, while day trips to Auschwitz or the Wieliczka Salt Mine can be arranged around a central city-break itinerary. Paid private parking is available nearby, though this location is especially suited to visitors who want to explore mostly on foot.

Guests repeatedly single out the location as the hotel’s strongest point, appreciating how quickly they can reach the square while still returning to a quieter-feeling street. Many describe it as a lovely place for a short Krakow stay and say they would return. Breakfast and the sauna also receive mentions, although lighter sleepers note that some street noise can carry into rooms, particularly at busier times.

Facilities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • 24-hour security
  • Airport transportation
  • Baggage storage
  • Bar / lounge
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Business Center with Internet Access
  • Car hire
  • Complimentary Instant Coffee
  • Concierge
  • Conference facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Meeting rooms
  • Newspaper
  • Non-smoking hotel
  • Paid private parking nearby
  • Private check-in / check-out
  • Restaurant
  • Sauna
  • Taxi service
  • Wifi

Good to know

Price range
$113 - $232
Rooms
35
Hotel class
4-star
Style
Charming · Mid-range
WiFi
Free

Location

Ul. Sw. Marka 20, Krakow, 31-020, PL