A comprehensive guide to spa in Krakow: from the best spa hotels to the most renowned day spas in and around the city, such as the famous Chochołów Thermal Baths, located in a picturesque village along the road to Zakopane, in the idyllic mountainous landscape of the Tatra Mountains. A once-in-a-lifetime experience awaits you in Krakow: indulging in moments of pure relaxation at a spa. This charming city boasts some of the finest spa hotels in Poland, and its affordability has made it a popular destination for couples seeking a rejuvenating getaway.
Krakow is rapidly establishing itself as one of the most enchanting destinations in Europe. Travelers flock here to admire its picturesque medieval old town and savor its vibrant nightlife. Moreover, the city’s excellent connectivity with major European cities makes it the perfect choice for a relaxing weekend retreat.
What you will find in this guide to the Best Spas in Krakow:
- The 10 Best Spa Hotels in Krakow
- Spend a day at the famous Chocholow Thermal Baths
- The 3 Best Day Spas in Krakow
The 10 Best Spa Hotels in Krakow
Krakow boasts some of the finest spa hotels in Poland, offering a range of options from luxurious and exclusive venues to cozy, intimate spa apartments. Here’s our carefully curated selection of the best spa hotels in Krakow.
Moreover, many of these hotels welcome non-guests to their spas, allowing you to book treatments for a day spa experience. However, considering the surprisingly affordable prices, it is highly recommended to stay and indulge in a full, relaxing break.
Hotel Copernicus
The 5-star Hotel Copernicus is located in an enviable position in the heart of Krakow’s Old Town, with a breathtaking view of the Wawel Castle.
Housed in a beautiful Renaissance palace, it has a beautiful spa with swimming pool and sauna, located in ancient vaulted cellars. Its Spa Copernicus by L’Occitane boasts a wide range of top-level treatments and massages. It offers elegant and spacious rooms with historic interiors, wooden ceilings and 14th-century decorations, as well as a luxurious marble bathroom.
The terrace with panoramic views is very nice. The hotel’s restaurant serves excellent seasonal Polish cuisine and is recommended by the Michelin Guide.
Bachleda Luxury Hotel Krakow MGallery By Sofitel
The Bachleda Luxury Hotel Krakow is a very elegant hotel located just a 5-minute walk from the Main Square of Krakow, in a beautiful building furnished in a luxurious and original way.
It offers beautiful, spacious, clean and comfortable rooms, equipped with every amenity, and boasts a beautiful spa available free of charge for guests. The hotel also has a good restaurant serving international cuisine and its Opus Lounge Bar boasts a wide selection of spirits from around the world.
Hotel Unicus Palace
Hotel Unicus Palace is located right on Florianska Street, in the very heart of Krakow Old Town, 300 meters from the Main Square, and boasts a wonderful panoramic terrace, a good restaurant and a beautiful spa with wellness center, hammam and hot tub.
The rooms are modern, spacious and comfortable, and are particularly popular with couples and families.
Hotel Stary
Hotel Stary is located in the heart of Kraków’s Old Town, and boasts luxurious rooms with historic interiors, private bathrooms with bathtubs and showers, and every amenity.
Guests have free access to the spa, which includes a sauna, steam bath, two beautiful pools with swim jets, and a fitness center. On request it is possible to enjoy massages and treatments in the wellness center.
Its wonderful Trzy Rybki restaurant serves excellent local cuisine, and is recommended by the Michelin Guide.
Novotel Kraków Centrum
Located within easy reach of all major attractions, the Novotel Kraków Centrum is one of the most popular spa hotels in Krakow.
It boasts modern, clean and comfortable air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, a good restaurant serving international cuisine, and a beautiful spa, with indoor pool, sauna and fitness center.
PURO Kraków Kazimierz
PURO Krakow Kazimierz is located in the heart of the vibrant Kazimierz district, within walking distance of some of the best restaurants and bars in the city.
It offers comfortable and spacious rooms, free bike rental, a good bar and a good restaurant. It has a world-class spa, called Prisma SPA, which offers world-class treatments and massages. Guests can use the sauna and fitness center free of charge.
Farmona Hotel Business & SPA
The Farmona Hotel Business & SPA is located in a quiet area just outside Krakow, and is a good choice for those traveling with their own car.
This hotel boasts one of the best spas in Krakow, with a sauna, steam bath and hammam and a wide range of spa treatments, including massages by professional Balinese and Thai therapists.
The rooms are modern, clean and spacious, plus the hotel offers free private parking, a children’s playground, a good restaurant serving international cuisine. Excellent and abundant breakfast included in the price. Recommended for families and motorists.
Niebieski Art Hotel & Spa
The 5-star Niebieski Art Hotel & Spa is located in a quiet neighborhood just outside Krakow’s City Center, along the Vistula riverbank.
It offers excellent accommodation in bright, spacious and modern rooms, with private bathroom, minibar and free water, tea and coffee. Its Vanilla Spa offers a wide selection of treatments and massages, plus guests can make use of the sauna and fitness center.
The hotel boasts a good restaurant, the Vanilla Sky Restaurant, which specializes in Mediterranean and Polish fusion cuisine.
Crown Piast Hotel & Park
The 5-star Crown Piast Hotel & Park is located just outside Krakow, and is recommended for those traveling by car. It is located about 10 minutes drive from Krakow City Center, set in a large garden.
It is the ideal place to relax: it boasts an excellent spa with sauna, swimming pool, steam bath, salt cave and hot tub, as well as a wellness center offering top-level treatments and massages.
In addition, for sports lovers there is a fitness center and a tennis courts. Guests have access to free secure parking, bicycle rental and a good restaurant serving international cuisine.
The rooms are modern, large and equipped with a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries. It is a good choice for families.
Bona Romantic SPA
The wonderful apartments and suites of Bona Romantic SPA are located within walking distance of the Krakow Main Railway Station and the Old Town and are a great choice for couples.
These apartments are modern, spacious, luxurious and equipped with every amenity, including a private sauna and jacuzzi, just for you. You also have a fully equipped kitchen available for your romantic dinners.
Spend a day at the famous Chocholow Thermal Baths
The Chocholow Thermal Baths are one of the most famous spa resorts in Poland, and are easily accessible on a day tour from Krakow.
They are located in an ancient mountain village at the foot of the Tatra Mountains, a few kilometers from the popular town of Zakopane. The thermal water comes from a depth of about 3,600 meters and is rich in microelements such as sulfur, calcium, magnesium and sodium, known for their healing properties.
There are dozens of indoor hydromassage pools filled with thermal water at a temperature of 36°C, as well as salt water pools and heated outdoor pools.
In summer this is also a popular water park, where kids can have fun with waterslides and many other activities, including inflatable slides and kid-friendly rides.
The daily spa boasts a wide range of treatments, as well as saunas, steam rooms and a salt grotto. There is also a bar and restaurant. Local families usually come here to spend a day of relaxation and fun.
The 3 Best Day Spas in Krakow
Unlike other European cities, Krakow does not have a great spa tradition. So don’t expect anything special. The best spas, both in terms of quality of treatments, atmosphere and prices, are the Copernicus Spa by L’Occitane located in the Copernicus Hotel and the Stary Wellness Center & Spa Hotel.
These Krakow day spas are accessible even for non-hotel guests. If you’re looking for something unusual, you might want to check out the Shahrazad Hammam, which offers quality treatments and special hammam rituals.
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