Avena by Artery Hotels

Immerse yourself in Polish culture, with a stay at this 4 star chic hotel on the edge of Krakow’s Old Town. It’s located next to the Nowy Kleparz tram stop and 1.2km from the main railway station, meaning getting around is a breeze. And when you’ve tired yourself out from sightseeing, you can relax in the Jacuzzi® or book a massage.

Each of the elegantly designed rooms have both air conditioning and heating, making Avena Boutique Hotel an ideal choice for your Krakow city break, whatever month of the year you choose to visit. Hot drinks can be made on demand thanks to the tea/coffee maker. Other amenities such as a safe, hairdryer, satellite TV, bathrobes, slippers and luxury toiletries are also included. So that single travellers, couples and families can have a comfortable and enjoyable stay, the hotel does not accept stag and hen parties.

You can start the day with a continental breakfast served in the hotel. For dinner, there’s a wide range of restaurants nearby specialising in local and international cuisine. Alternatively, you might choose to visit the Nowy Kleparz market, just opposite the hotel. Here you will find a variety of fresh foods, alongside local craft products being sold from 6am to 10pm Mon-Sat.

The hotel is just a 1.5km walk from the picture-postcard perfect Rynek Glówny town square, with buildings dating from the 13th century. The Old Town is crammed full of interesting monuments, museums, churches and much more. You should consider a day trip to the vast Wieliczka Salt Mine, that even includes an underground lake and a picturquese chapel, that’s a popular wedding venue! Active travellers will relish the opportunity to spend a day hiking in the Tatra Mountains National Park. Or to learn about the darker side of Polish history you can take a tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau.