Best Luxury Hotels in Poland

Having hosted famous musicians, politicians and even royalty, this is arguably the most lauded hotel in the country. A grand exterior gives way to Art Noveau interiors housing an ESPA spa, pool, hammam, Viennese café, the Marconi Restaurant serving national cuisine, a swish cocktail bar with outdoor seating and 206 bedrooms offering Elemis toiletries. Built right at the turn of the 20th century, its public areas exude the kind of opulence that fits the hotel’s location – right beside the Presidential Palace. Upgrade to a suite for a premium experience, including round the clock butler service, antique furnishings and glittering chandeliers adorning the ceilings.

Hilton Gdansk is a luxurious, riverside hotel within walking distance from the city’s most iconic offerings and is nestled in the charming Old Town. There are a selection of deluxe, contemporary guestrooms and suites with views over the quaint courtyard or the Motlawa River – including the spacious Presidential Suite. With four stylish dining options – including the serene High 5 Terrace Bar which offers unforgettable views and rich gastronomy – there is something for everyone from morning until late. This hotel boasts a fully equipped wellness facility, fitness centre, and heated indoor swimming pool. Guests can receive beauty and wellness treatments or take a dip and sunbathe on the specially designed deck. Five high-tech meeting rooms are also available for hosting MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) events for up to 500 persons. The hotel is family- and pet-friendly and its central location allows guests to discover all that Gdańsk has to offer, especially its historical Old Town.

This 5-star hotel is well-suited for both business and leisure travellers. Sightseers will appreciate the hotel’s location as it is within walking distance of some of the city’s major tourist attractions including Florian’s Gate, Market Square, St. Mary’s Basilica, Wawel Castle and Bagatela Theatre. The hotel features 196 spacious rooms, eight conference rooms, a business centre and an underground car park. Each room is equipped with modern conveniences including a flat-screen television, high-speed Wi-Fi, tea and coffee-making facility, just to name a few. Radisson Blu Hotel has three exquisite restaurants where guests can enjoy meals and drinks. These are Solfez which serves breakfast every morning, Milk&Co which specialises in fresh seafood and Salt&Co, a relaxed bar that serves wine, cocktails, and beer among other drinks.

This five-star skyscraper (the third tallest hotel in Europe) is part of the IHG chain and found in the city’s financial district. Its soaring stature provides superb views, especially from the wellness centre’s 43rd and 44th-floor indoor pool and hot tub. Rooms begin from the 24th floor; there are 414 in total, including self-catering suites.  Acclaimed local celebrity chef Karol Okrasa is at the helm of the hotel’s restaurant, Platter. Plus there’s a new chocolatier in the lobby, for some decadent Polish sweet treats. Two floors of conference facilities offer excellent resources for events – be they personal or professional.

Located in the picturesque Old Town district, this elegant and historical hotel is an attraction all by itself. This is the perfect place to stay for couples who are planning a romantic trip and by far the best option is the grand deluxe rooms, which treats guests to a stunning view of the Motława River and Old Town from their balcony. There are more river views to soak up while dining in style on the restaurant terrace, while the main dining room is extremely grand and is sure to impress.

Made up of two separate wings, 37 rooms are housed in Nobu Hotel Warsaw’s Art Deco section. While 80 more are found in the minimalist and modern other half of the building. But this hotel is all about the cuisine and well suited to discerning foodies. A reservation at its fine dining restaurant is one of the most sought after in town. The famed international culinary brand brings its Japanese-inspired gastronomic panache to its Polish property, in the form of both a cafe and formal eatery. After dinner, pop into the Jazz Club downstairs.

Spend your city break in Krakow beside the Market Square, within walking distance of the city’s highlights, including Lost Souls Alley just 400 metres away. 53 custom-designed bedrooms at the Garamond provide minibars, espresso makers, blackout curtains and 55-inch plasma televisions. Plus there’s an in-house restaurant and a bar. Its decor harks back to the Art Deco era in which the building was first erected and the Garamond’s heritage as the former editorial office of Poland’s foremost daily newspaper. As such it has a very grown-up, sophisticated and glamorous vibe.

Interiors by architect Didier Gomez bring a French flair to this central venue, popular with business travellers and couples. Overlooking Warsaw’s oldest public park, it offers a prime location, close to theatres, museums and concert halls. 368 rooms are spread across five floors. And guests can dine at the open kitchen brasserie, or drink in its Victorias Lounge enjoying views of Pilsudski Square. The sultry, moodily lit, mirrored pool is not to be missed – an ideal nook for relaxing after a day’s sightseeing.

Set in one of the city’s iconic townhouses in the heart of the city moments away from Green Gate and a few steps from Long Market. This smart hotel is both stylish and very luxurious, and each of the 70 rooms and apartments is spacious enough for couples and families. The dining room comes complete with several secluded alcoves where couples can sit and gaze out at the city while enjoying a cup of coffee or a glass of wine. The hotel is also famous for its bar, which attracts many of the city’s residents on the weekends and it also includes an in-house spa offering a range of massages and spa treatments.

Located within the striking Unity Centre near the University of Economics and a short walk from Kraków’s main train station and UNESCO-listed Old Town, Radisson RED Hotel & Apartments Krakow blends contemporary lifestyle with urban convenience. This dual-concept property includes 229 boldly designed rooms and suites alongside 46 extended-stay apartments housed in a separate building. Accommodation ranges from studio rooms to spacious apartments with private terraces, living areas, and kitchenettes, ideal for longer visits. Guests can enjoy classic Italian fare with a local twist at Filini, the hotel’s all-day dining restaurant and bar. Facilities include a 300 sqm conference floor with meeting rooms for up to 140 guests, while the property’s position within the mixed-use Unity Centre provides access to shops, restaurants, and green spaces. With key city attractions such as Wawel Castle and Kazimierz’s nightlife nearby, the hotel is perfectly placed for both business and leisure travellers.

This most distinguished address is a baroque palace, close to the Royal Castle and the city’s Old Town (which you can explore using the free Autograph Collection loaner bikes). It has been sensitively restored to create an elegant 94-bedroom hotel with modern furnishings, ambient lighting and clever art installations designed to both accompany and highlight the pre-existing 18th-century features. The result is fashionable, yet noble and one of a kind. Relax in Verte’s intimate garden, dine in the glass pavilion with its living wall and quirky ceiling, or eat in the cosy Kuk restaurant and drink in the boutique bar.

The Bonerowski Palace is an elegant boutique hotel located in the heart of Kraków. It is housed in a refurbished medieval building that is a few minutes walk from popular tourist attractions like Czartoryski Museum, Collegium Maius, Krakow Barbican, and Wawel Castle. The 16 smoke-free guest rooms are spacious and are decorated with classic, elegant décor. Each room has a flat-screen TV, in-room computer, a sitting area, free internet access, and a tea and coffee maker among other room amenities. Guests who want to relax can head to the swimming pool, fitness centre, casino, garden or spa. Sports enthusiasts can engage in a variety of sports including basketball, badminton, and golf. Parents with young kids will love the fact that the hotel offers child care services.