Last Updated on 1st August 2022
10 Best Hostels in Krakow
Check out our picks for the Best Hostels in Krakow, Poland. Krakow is Poland's second-largest city and one of the most popular backpacking destinations in Europe.
1. Greg & Tom Hostel
Greg & Tom Hostel is a multi-award winning hostel located in the centre of Krakow. It is only a 10-minute walk to Market Square and St Florian's Gate. This hostel features 3 fully equipped kitchens, a cool common area, free wifi throughout and an excellent free breakfast served every morning. Greg & Tom Hostel is one of the best hostels in Krakow for solo female travellers because they offer chic female-only dorms.
The hostel offers 4 and 6-bed dorms and also private rooms which are reasonably priced (starting at €29.00 per night). What makes this hostel stand out is its super friendly and helpful staff.
Their 2 sister hostels: Greg & Tom Beer House Hostel and Greg & Tom Party Hostel are almost as good.
Prices
- Dorms from €12.00
- Privates from €29.00
2. Mosquito Hostel
Mosquito Hostel is a multi-award winning hostel and easily one the best hostels in Krakow. It's very centrally located making it ideal as you can explore most of the major tourist sights on foot. They offer twin, double and triple private rooms and 6, 10 and 12-bed dorms. Each bed has a thick mattress, comfortable duvet, bed linen, a reading lamp and a power-point. They are many common areas and you can avail of their fully equipped kitchen.
Other amenities include helpful multilingual staff, 24/7 reception and free Wifi throughout the building. The stand out feature of these hostels is the vast amount of FREE amenities/services which includes a free breakfast, free linen & comfy duvets, free walking tour, endless coffee and tea, free security lockers, free laundry, free luggage storage and free maps.
Prices
- Dorms from €14.00
- Privates from €48.00
3. The Little Havana Party Hostel
The Little Havana Party Hostel is located in the middle of the Old Town, less than 100 metres from the Main Market Square. They have an on-site bar and organise regular pub crawls. As a cure for your hangover, they serve a free breakfast every morning.
They have mixed and female-only dorm rooms and all dorm beds have large lockers where you can store your belongings securely. There is a super cool common room and you can also avail of their guest kitchen.
Little Havana is one of the best hostels in Krakow for party-goers because of its lively bar.
Prices
- Dorms from €8.40
- Privates from €42.00
4. Woodpecker Hostel
Woodpecker Hostel is yet another excellent hostel situated in the Old town city centre. This is not a party hostel but somewhere to go if you want to relax and chill out.
They offer 6, 8 or 10 bed mixed dorm rooms. If you stay here you will have free lockers with padlocks, free coffee and tea, free board games and luggage room storage is also free. They have no curfew.
Prices
- Dorms from €9.00
5. Let’s Rock Hostel
Let's Rock Hostel is yet another party hostel located bang in the centre of Krakow, close to both Wawel Castle and the Main Square. And if it's nightlife you are after, then you come to the right place as this hostel is located in one of Krakow's best nightlife areas.
They offer 4, 6, 8, 12, and 14-bed dorm rooms. The stand out feature of this hostel is the number of FREE services/amenities that include free breakfast, free wifi, free linen, free lockers, free coffee and tea anytime, free walking tour and free events.
Prices
- Dorms from €10.45
6. Cracow Hostel
If you are looking to stay is a very central location in Krakow then Cracow Hostel is ideal for you as it is situated right on the Main Market Square. Location wise you won't get any better than this. The Main Market Square is the nucleus of Krakow as everything including the main tourist sights and the best bar and clubs are all within walking distance.
They offer 6, 8, 10, 12, and 18 bed mixed dorms. Their staff is super friendly and helpful. A free breakfast is included in the price. They also a large number common where you can relax.
Prices
- Dorms from €8.90
- Privates from €21.00
7. Dizzy Daisy Downtown Hostel
Dizzy Daisy Downtown Hostel is located in the laid-back Kleparz district of Krakow. It's just a 15 minute walk to Krakow's main square.
Choose between a 6, 8 or 10-bed mixed dorm. All dorm bed have their own power point, reading light and shelf. All dorms also come with private lockers, bedding and towels are included. If you want more privacy, then you can stay in one of their private rooms that start at only €20.10 per night.
Other amenities include laundry facilities, free luggage storage and vending machine. In the summertime, you can chill out on their outdoor terrace.
Prices
- Dorms from €6.60
- Privates from €20.10
8. Atlantis Hostel
Atlantis Hostel is the best cheap hostel in Krakow. It is located in the centre of Krakow but it's not as close as the other hostels on this list. It's a 20-minute walk to the centre. This hostel features a guest kitchen, free individual lockers in dorm rooms, free towels, free linen and duvets, complimentary coffee and tea, free wifi all throughout, free maps and guidebooks and free luggage storage.
Atlantis Hostel offers 4, 6, 8, and 10-bed dorm rooms. They have a large selection of private rooms. They do offer very good value as dorm beds start at only €5.50 per night and Privates start at €17.80.
Atlantis Hostel is one of the best hostels in Krakow for backpackers who are on a tight budget as a bed in a dorm room starts at only €5.50 per night.
Prices
- Dorms from €5.50
- Privates from €17.80
9. Pink Panther’s Hostel
If you are looking for the best party hostel in Krakow, well look no further as Pink Panther's Hostel is just that. In 2017 they were awarded for being the most popular hostel in Krakow. The hostel is centrally located and only 250 meters from Market Square. This hostel has free wifi and a free continental breakfast every morning.
They offer 4, 6, 8, 10, 12 and 14-bed dorms and also some private rooms. What makes this hostel stand out is its Events Program. Every night the staff host different events from Polish vodka tasting to Karaoke & Russian Champagne night.
Prices
- Dorms from €13.10
- Privates from €52.20
10. Good Bye Lenin Hostel
Good Bye Lenin Hostel is located in between Old Town and the Jewish Quarter. It is just a 15-minute walk to the main square. Free bed linen, free wifi, free laundry and free self-service buffet breakfast are all included in the price.
They offer 4, 6, 8 and 10-bed dorm rooms and some private rooms. The stand out feature of this hostel is its beautiful summertime garden where you can relax, have a beer and meet fellow travellers.
Prices
- Dorms from €8.50
- Privates from €31.80
Best Website to Book a Hostel
Hostelworld is by far the biggest and the best website for booking hostels because they have the best availability and prices. The website is designed to include many filters to help find a hostel that best suits your needs. For instance, you can filter hostels by price or by rating for a particular city.
Below are handy links to the best hostels in Krakow by category. Just click on any of the links to check prices and availability for your dates.
- Overall Best Hostel in Krakow - Greg & Tom Hostel
- Best Cheap Hostel in Krakow - Atlantis Hostel
- Best Party Hostel in Krakow - The Little Havana Party Hostel
- Best Hostel in Krakow for Solo Travellers - Greg & Tom Hostel
