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About this property
Words & Swords is located in the center of Kraków, a few steps from the Main Market Square. Free WiFi access is available. Shared bathroom comes with a hairdryer. You can enjoy city view from the rooms. At Words & Swords you will find a shared kitchen. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling and hiking. A trip to Wieliczka Salt Mine and Auschwitz-Birkenau can be arranged at a surcharge. If you feel like visiting the surroundings, check out St. Florian's Gate (1640 feet) and Cloth Hall (1640 feet), as well as Wawel Royal Castle (0.9 mi). This property is 11 mi from Krakow - Balice Airport.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Parking on site
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Heating
- Laundry
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Alisa
Latvia
“I am a solo traveler, so safety is my top priority. I really liked the place – my room was large and spacious. It was quiet and peaceful, right next to the historic center and not far from the train/bus station. Everything was clean and tidy. The...” - Ilya
Israel
“Comfortable, clean, great location, awesome value for money spent.” - Saki
Sweden
“The location is great. It’s near the station and old town. Also the room is clean.” - Tomasz
Poland
“Cheap, great location (right next to the old city), flexibility of staff” - Veiko
Estonia
“The location was excellent, so close to old town. It was overall safe and functional. Really no major complaints. Quirky hostess. Older building with some character. Shared WC and fridge.” - Tom
United Kingdom
“Huge bed. Everything was clean. Really comfy, cozy atmosphere.” - Edward
United States
“Magdalena runs a tight ship. Everything is perfectly clean, well furnished, tastefully decorated. Wifi was fast, the nights quiet, and no issues with street parking. We appreciated the historical information she gave us on the building housing...” - Lera
Ukraine
“It is a very convenient location, not far from the train station and city center. The room was clean and the hostess was helpful and friendly.” - Viktorija
Lithuania
“It was veeeery cosy and clean. The uniqueness of an old, nice appartment is still there. The only doubt was when booking about shared bathroom but it all vanished when we came, everything is perfectly clen and enough of space for every one.” - Angela
United Arab Emirates
“The owner, Magdalena, is wonderful and accommodates you as much as she can, don't hesitate to ask her for help or suggestions. The room was large and clean, and it's a bonus to have access to a kitchen. The location is wonderful, just outside of...”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 11 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.



The fine print
Please note that breaking the smoking ban is subject to a penalty of PLN 500 and immediate cancellation of the booking.
Please inform Words & Swords of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.
When staying at the property with children, note that the property is legally obliged to apply standards for the protection of minors to determine the identity of the minors and their relationship with the adult they’re staying with.