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Hotel Ester

4.0 star property
4-star boutique hotel near Old Synagogue

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar, in-room safe
Lobby
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

Map
Szeroka 20, Kraków, Lesser Poland, 31-053
  • Oskar Schindler Factory
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Wawel Castle
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Main Market Square
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Kraków (KRK-John Paul II - Balice)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Suite, City View

  • 430 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room | Living area | LCD TV

Single Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Kraków

City center retreat .With a stay at this Kraków City Centre hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Old Synagogue and 2 miles (3 km) of Oskar Schindler Factory. Main Market Square and Wawel Castle are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Oskar Schindler Factory - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Wawel Castle - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Main Market Square - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • St. Mary's Basilica - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Cloth Hall - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Turowicza Station - 6 min drive
  • Kurdwanów P+R Station - 6 min drive
  • John Paul II - Balice Airport (KRK) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gruba Buła - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bagelmama - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ulica Krokodyli. Pub, kawiarnia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Szklanki - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ariel - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Ester

4-star boutique hotel near Old Synagogue
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily.

Event space at this hotel measures 1076 square feet (100 square meters) and includes conference space. A sauna, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Ester. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Kraków hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 1076 sq ft of conference space
  • 100 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1996
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Hotel Ester offers 32 accommodations with minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and blackout drapes/curtains. In-room massages and irons/ironing boards can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Self parking on site (PLN 70 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: PLN 60 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Sauna
  • Shopping

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: PLN 50 per pet, per stay
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 6 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for PLN 80 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately PLN 60 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: PLN 100 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: PLN 100 (one-way), (up to 18 years old)
  • Self parking fee: PLN 70 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: PLN 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: PLN 80 per day
  • Facilities fee: PLN 70 and includes use of: sauna

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 6 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Ester to the airport?

Hotel Ester is 15 mi (26-min drive) away from the John Paul II - Balice Airport (KRK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Ester?

As of May 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Ester on Jun 1, 2025 start from $133.68, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel Ester have an airport shuttle?

Hotel Ester offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of PLN 100 per vehicle, one-way.

Does Hotel Ester offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel Ester, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of PLN 60 per person. It's available every day from 8 AM to 11 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Ester?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Ester?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel Ester?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for PLN 70 per night.

Does Hotel Ester have a pool?

Hotel Ester does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Ester have a restaurant?

Hotel Ester is home to ESTER, which features international cuisine, garden views, and al fresco dining.

Does Hotel Ester have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer facials, aromatherapy, and massages.

How close is Hotel Ester to downtown Kraków?

Hotel Ester is 0.8 mi away from Kraków.

Hotel Ester Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 159 out of 338 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 138 out of 338 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 338 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 338 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 338 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay. The staff were excellent, very helpful and went that extra mile at all times.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay. Staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

DEBRA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique old hotel such great ambiance, great breakfast, great outdoor restaurant, very unique furnishings and art in comfortable superior room with modern bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Joanna

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nie polecam,drogo ale brzydko

Hotel nie jest na poziomie hotelu 4 *. Brudna recepcja, balagan na pulpicie robia zle wrazenie przy wejsciu.W lazience niedorobki, w pokoju wiszace kable od telewizora, ktorego nie mozna wlaczyc. Wygodne lozko. Okropna jadalnia z brzydkimi lodowkami, sniadanie podane niechlujnie, jedzenie niesmaczne, zeschniete pomidory z mozzarella, jajecznica zimna, masla brak - jest tylko margaryna. Mila obsluga.Cena nieadekwatna do jakosci
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rui

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bla bla bla
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant hotel in the Casamierz district. About 20 min walk to the Old Town. Room comfy (with minbar and room safe) and staff pleasant and helpful. Breakfast very basic but cheap at 6GBP a head.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Agata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay

Excellent location in Kazimierz. Helpful, pleasant staff at reception.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully maintained historical hotel. Very pretty inside and outside. Very helpful staff. I would definitely stay here again. Clea as well.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Henoch

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shalom

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were vewry pleased with teh cleanliness and comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aleksandra

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s charming hotel in great location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious bedrooms with fridge. Good location - walkable to old town and Schlinders factory/museum.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

andrew, broadstairs

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
hotel was in a good area for all amenities.great food and bars. cracow tours good .
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

ideal location

friendly hotel and staff, excellent location, room a bit small but ok
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Hotel Ester

This is a fun place to stay in the Jewish Quarter, with many truly excellent restaurant options available, including the hotel restaurant. The room was quite clean, very quiet, and charming. The only problem was the WiFi. It was only accessible in the reception area and restaurant. I was unable to access it in my room (on the first floor). I told the staff every day I could not access it. One person said she would have the router restarted, but others would just shrug.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location is very good! Front desk person was very nice at time of check in.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice small hotel in the old city and the old jewish quarter with many memories
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Tim, Brooklyn NY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

It is on the edge of the Jewish area.

It is a relatively small and older hotel. The room I had, 24, was large. Curious triangular 'bathtub" with shower. It was 100% silent at night, as it was on the inner side of the hotel, so no view.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary, Scotland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

hotel Ester

Our group had a lovely visit and would certainly return to the same location as there is nothing we could find fault with.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2017

8/10 Good

Tj, Kent UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Short break

Great location, near everything, food in local restaurants all good. - Great atmosphere all round.

10/10 Excellent

Janette, England

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

good area and outside bar

It was in a good area for getting around the town, we liked to be able to sit outside of the hotel and also we had very good weather.