Some accommodation is more family-friendly than others, especially when you have small children in tow. Here are ten recommendations for an apartment-style base or more family-focused hotels.
Venetian House Aparthotel is arguably the best apartment-style option for families.
Kraków is a wonderful city to visit with children. The main challenge is not finding things to do, it is finding accommodation that works for families. A standard hotel is not always the most appropriate base. Cooking facilities and a washing machine can help keep everyone properly fed and clean, without breaking the bank, and extra space is always welcome for children to play in.
Here are some recommendations for more family-focused apartments and hotels. Prices range according to location, season, demand, and facilities, so shop around for the most appropriate deal.
Aparthotel Stare Miasto
Aparthotel Stare Miasto has one of the best locations in Kraków.
Aparthotel Stare Miasto sits squarely at the top of the family-friendly apartment options in central Kraków. The location is superb, right in the Old Town, which means the Main Market Square, Wawel Castle, and the Dragon’s Den are all within comfortable walking distance. The accommodation itself combines the charm of exposed brickwork and wooden floors with genuinely comfortable, well-equipped apartments. For families who want to feel like they are staying somewhere special rather than simply somewhere functional, this is the pick of the central options.
- Best for: Families who want a central, character-filled base; older children and teenagers who will appreciate the Old Town location.
- Facilities to note: Apartment-style accommodation with cooking facilities.
- Location: Old Town: walking distance of all major sights.
PLANTONIA Aparthotel
PLANTONIA Aparthotel offers an ethical option.
PLANTONIA bills itself as Kraków’s first vegan aparthotel, and everything – from the interiors to the materials to the food offering – reflects the commitment. The apartments are brand new, spacious, and finished to a high standard, and the spa facilities give it a range that goes beyond most aparthotel competitors. For families with an interest in sustainable travel, or parents who want their children to have an early encounter with considered, responsible hospitality, PLANTONIA is a genuinely interesting choice. Note: the all-vegan offering is brilliant for the right family, but if you are travelling with a determined meat-eater or a picky six-year-old, it is worth factoring into your planning.
- Best for: Eco-conscious families; older children and teenagers; families comfortable with a vegan food offering.
- Facilities to note: Spa, spacious apartments, recycled and sustainable interiors.
- Location: Central Kraków.
Venetian House Aparthotel
Style and elegance at the Venetian House Aparthotel.
Venetian House is one of the best apartment-style options in Kraków for families who want smart, well-equipped accommodation without paying luxury-hotel prices. The apartments are well-designed, more than a hotel room with a kettle, and the standard of finish is consistently high. The location is central, the staff are helpful, and the overall experience for families tends to be the holiday equivalent of “everything just worked.” If you are visiting Kraków with children and want one straightforward recommendation, this is it.
- Best for: Families who want reliable, high-quality self-catering accommodation in a central location.
- Facilities to note: Full apartment facilities including kitchen; family-appropriate room configurations available.
- Location: Central Kraków, close to the Old Town.
H11 Aparthotel
H11 Aparthotel brings a more home-from-home appeal.
H11 Aparthotel sits in the Piasek district, slightly west of the Old Town, which gives it a calmer, more residential feel than the properties clustered around the Market Square. The soundproofed rooms are a genuine benefit for families with young children who go to bed before the city quietens down, and the kitchenette facilities make breakfast and light meals straightforward. It is a slightly less obvious choice than the Old Town apartments, but one that rewards families who prioritise peace and practicality.
- Best for: Families with young children who need quiet rooms; families who want a slightly calmer base than the Old Town centre.
- Facilities to note: Soundproofed rooms; kitchenette facilities.
- Location: Piasek district, ten minutes’ walk from the Main Market Square.
Radisson RED Hotel & Radisson RED Apartments, Kraków
The fully-featured Radisson RED Apartments living area.
The Radisson RED brings a distinctly contemporary energy to Kraków’s family accommodation options: ultra-modern design, original photography throughout, and apartments that sleep up to four people comfortably. Located approximately 1km east of the main train station, it is a little further from the Old Town than the central aparthotels, but the transport connections are excellent and the standard of the accommodation fully justifies the slightly longer walk. The arty, design-led environment is particularly well suited to families with teenagers, who tend to respond well to a hotel that doesn’t feel like it was designed for their parents.
- Best for: Families with teenagers; design-conscious families; travellers arriving by train.
- Facilities to note: Modern apartments sleeping up to 4; strong design identity throughout.
- Location: 1km east of the main train station; 20 to 25 minutes’ walk from the Old Town.
Hyatt Place Krakow
Hyatt Place is well-located for one of Kraków’s biggest parks.
Hyatt Place is positioned north of the Błonia parkland, offering an attractive outdoor experience during the warmer months. The hotel is purpose-built and relatively new, with well-designed rooms, a restaurant, and a gym – the full range of facilities you would expect from an international brand. For families with children who need to run around after sightseeing, the green space immediately outside is a significant practical advantage. The Old Town is not quite within walking distance, but the tram connections are easy and reliable. This is a strong choice for families who prioritise space and the reassurance of a known brand.
- Best for: Families with young children who benefit from outdoor space; families who want brand reliability and full hotel facilities.
- Facilities to note: Restaurant on-site; gym; surrounded by parkland.
- Location: North of Błonia parkland: tram to Old Town recommended.
Crystal Suites Old Town
Crystal Suites Old Town is a good value choice.
Crystal Suites is one of the best-value self-catering options in central Kraków. The apartments are positioned just outside the Old Town, close enough to walk to everything, but far enough to avoid the worst of the tourist noise. The combination of location, quality, and price is difficult to beat. The service and staff are excellent, which matters when you are travelling with children and occasionally need help with local knowledge, restaurant recommendations, or a last-minute cot. For budget-conscious families who still want a good central base, this is where I’d send them.
- Best for: Budget-conscious families; families who want a self-catering base close to the Old Town.
- Facilities to note: Self-catering apartments; cots available on request.
- Location: Just outside Old Town: five to ten minutes’ walk to the Market Square.
Hotel Batory
Hotel Batory may suit families with older children.
Hotel Batory is a well-run, mid-price hotel that does exactly what it was designed to do. We include it here because it consistently appears in searches for family hotels in Kraków. Honestly speaking, it is better suited to couples or solo travellers than to families with young children. The room sizes and overall configuration are more attuned to adult guests, or families with teens who prefer to share their own room. If it is the option that fits your budget and dates, give it a look. But if you have flexibility, the aparthotel options above will give you more practical space for family travel.
- Best for: Older children and teenagers; couples travelling without young children.
- Facilities to note: Clean, quiet, reliable mid-range hotel.
- Location: Central Kraków.
Novotel Kraków Centrum
Novotel Kraków Centrum is well used to hosting family needs.
Novotel is a reliable choice for families who want the reassurance of a well-known international brand with consistently good family facilities. Located roughly a mile from the Old Town, it is not quite central enough to walk to everything, but the tram connections are easy and the hotel itself has the kind of properly family-attuned infrastructure — cots, interconnecting rooms, a restaurant that works for children — that smaller boutique properties sometimes cannot match. If you are travelling with very young children and want a hotel where the logistics are well-handled, Novotel Kraków Centrum is a strong, unfussy choice.
- Best for: Families with babies and toddlers; families who want interconnecting rooms and reliable chain infrastructure.
- Facilities to note: Cots available; interconnecting rooms; restaurant; good tram connections to Old Town.
- Location: Approximately one mile from the Old Town.
Aparthotel Vanilla
Vanilla Aparthotel: compact but fully-equipped.
Aparthotel Vanilla sits outside the city centre, which means it works best for families who are travelling by car or who prioritise space and modern facilities over proximity to the sights. The apartments are contemporary and well-equipped, and the surrounding area has a calm, suburban feel that is genuinely restful after a day of sightseeing. For families visiting Kraków as part of a longer Polish road trip, or those who find city-centre accommodation stressful with young children, Vanilla offers a sensible, comfortable alternative to the central options.
- Best for: Families travelling by car; families who prefer a quieter, more suburban base; longer stays.
- Facilities to note: Modern apartments; parking available; good road access.
- Location: Outside central Kraków: car or tram recommended for sightseeing.
Family Attractions Near Your Hotel
Kraków is a wonderful city to visit with children. The Old Town is compact and almost entirely pedestrianised, Wawel Castle has a dragon and a cave, the Vistula riverbank is flat and pushchair-friendly, and there is a Zoo in Wolski Forest that keeps younger visitors very happy indeed. The city is safe, walkable, and full of things to do at every age.
In terms of location, the Old Town and the edges of Kazimierz give the best combination of central access and walkability. Further out — the Błonia parkland area to the north-west, or the Dębniki district south of the river — you gain more space and a quieter environment, at the cost of needing a tram or taxi for most sightseeing. For families with a car, the outer neighbourhoods become considerably more appealing.
Whichever of these hotels you choose, Kraków has plenty to keep children entertained. A few highlights worth planning around:
- Wawel Castle and the Dragon’s Den: the cave beneath the castle has a fire-breathing dragon statue at its entrance. It is a five-minute walk from the Old Town and completely free to visit.
- Kraków Zoo: in the Wolski Forest to the west of the city, approximately 6km from the Old Town. Easily reached by tram or taxi. Suitable for all ages.
- Vistula riverbank: the flat riverside paths are excellent for buggies, scooters, and cycling. Boat trips on the Vistula operate in summer from near Wawel Castle.
- Wieliczka Salt Mine: a UNESCO World Heritage Site 15km south of Kraków. The underground chambers are spectacular, though the tour suits children aged eight and over more comfortably than very young children.
- Planty Park: the ring of parkland surrounding the Old Town is ideal for an easy walk or a picnic.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best area to stay in Kraków with children?
The Old Town and the edges of Kazimierz give the best combination of access to sights, walkability, and safety. The flat, pedestrianised Old Town is particularly easy to navigate with pushchairs. Families with a car and a preference for space may prefer the Błonia area to the north-west or the quieter outer districts.
Are there family hotels in Kraków with a pool?
Novotel Kraków Centrum is the most reliable chain option for pool access. Hotel Stary (featured in our boutique hotels guide) has an impressive indoor pool, though it is primarily a luxury adult property. Always confirm pool availability directly with your chosen hotel at time of booking.
Which Kraków hotels offer interconnecting rooms for families?
Novotel Kraków Centrum and the Radisson RED Apartments both offer configurations that work well for families needing separate sleeping areas. Venetian House Aparthotel and Aparthotel Stare Miasto have larger apartment formats with naturally separated living and sleeping areas. Always confirm room configuration at time of booking.
Is Kraków suitable for families with toddlers and babies?
Yes, the Old Town’s pedestrianised centre is flat and pushchair-friendly, and most central hotels and aparthotels can supply cots on request. Novotel Kraków Centrum and Hyatt Place Krakow are particularly well-set-up for very young children. The Vistula riverbank and Planty Park both offer easy outdoor space without navigating traffic.
What family attractions are within walking distance of the Old Town?
Wawel Castle and the Dragon’s Den cave are a ten-minute walk from the Market Square. The Vistula riverbank is a further five minutes. Planty Park rings the entire Old Town. The Kraków Zoo and Wieliczka Salt Mine are easy tram or taxi day trips.
Are family hotels in Kraków good value?
Yes, a well-equipped central aparthotel typically runs 400–700zł per night for a family of four. Even international chains like Novotel are considerably cheaper in Kraków than in comparable Western European cities. Self-catering facilities also reduce food costs significantly compared with eating out for every meal.
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Click on a marker and it will give you the name of the landmark, with a brief description and links for more information and directions. You can pan, scroll, and zoom around the map, or use the + or – buttons in the bottom left of the map to zoom in and out.
Click on the icon in the top left corner for an index of every location, sorted by category. Scroll down or use the map search (the magnifying glass icon) to find the place you want. Click the name of the place in the list. Its location pin will be highlighted on the map.
Each category is on a different layer, which can be switched on and off. So you can just see the Hotel or Restaurant pins, for example.
If you are using the map on your phone, open the Visit Kraków map and then search for the name of the place. The map will then zoom in on its location.
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