The Best Hotels to Book in Wrocław for Every Traveller

The Old Town boasts some of the best views over Wrocław
The Old Town boasts some of the best views over Wrocław | © Mark Delete / Alamy Stock Photo
Alexa Smith

Pronounced ‘vrotts-wav,’ the largest city in western Poland is a wonderful place for aimless weekend wanders, famous for its beautiful bridges, vivid nightlife, bubbling markets and neck-craning architecture. Book your stay well in advance at one our favourite hotels in Wroclaw.

1. Platinum Palace

Hotel

The exterior of Platinum Palace with columns, next to the garden with a large white ball in front
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This grand neoclassical mansion, 3mi (5km) south of the city centre, makes its presence felt with ionic columns and rooftop statues. It backs onto the peaceful oaks and plane trees of Park Południowy (South Park), which boasts a pond and a bronze statue of Chopin. The glass-walled apartments of the hotel look straight out onto the trees. Dine like a duke under crystal chandeliers and gilded stucco work, surrounded by marble graces. Then head to the Insomnia bar for a nightcap and cigar.

2. The Bridge Wroclaw

Chain Hotel

Sun loungers and a plant wall facing slanted large windows at the Bridge Wroclaw
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Gleaming marble floors, leather sofas and plate glass are the order of the day in this unashamedly modern block right by the soaring brick cathedral of St John the Baptist. A few steps away, the 19th-century botanical gardens are open April to October for romantic strolls past Monet-esque lily ponds and cascades of roses. Bedrooms are stylishly contemporary and the Craft restaurant wows with industrial decor. The menu offers new twists on trad dishes; order with a a citrus-fresh Riesling from the Gostchorze vineyard.

3. Grape Hotel & Restaurant

Boutique Hotel

A lawn and path leading to the Grape Hotel & Restaurant in Wroclaw
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A huge garden, open-all-hours sauna and a wine library are among the attractions of this chateau-style villa near the magnificent Szczytnicki park and Japanese garden. The decor in its 13 individually styled rooms is inspired by celebrated wine regions, from the primary colours of Chianti to the dark terracotta elegance of Rioja. Organic produce and masterchef-perfect presentation define the Grape Restaurant, with its leafy orangery. There’s a tasting menu serving Polish classics alongside a curated wine flight.

5. SleepWalker Boutique Suites

Boutique Hotel, Hotel

A bed, table and chairs, and a window with drapes in an elegant hotel room at SleepWalker Boutique Suites
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Wroclaw’s historic heart is the many-gabled medieval Old Town, and this characterful hotel is a short stroll through the cobbled lanes from the majestic Rynek (or market square). Embossed wallpaper, velvet button-back sofas and brocade curtains add touches of old-school charm to the rooms and suites while the more modern penthouse, with views from the terrace, goes for a seventies-style retro look – if it sounds stark, believe us you’ll fall for it at first sight.

6. Aparthotel Bike Up

Boutique Hotel, Apartment

A bed, hammock and bike hanging from the ceiling in a hotel room at Aparthotel Bike Up
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Welcoming up-for-it guests to its trendy spaces since 2018, dog-friendly Bike Up is the new kid on the block. Comfortable minimalism and bright, striking ceilings with a suspended bike and hammock give the good value rooms their quirky signature look. There’s no parking, but the station is very close and the area around the hotel richly repays exploring. A ten-minute stroll past bars and shops brings you to fountains, iconic bronze gnome statues (yes, really!), the city’s fortifications and the Comedy Theatre in the moated old town gardens.

7. Art Hotel

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A couch, light fixture, artwork of a rose and glass bookcases in Art Hotel
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Located in a tenant house in the old town, the magnificent Art Hotel is a work of art in itself, astonishing passers-by with its architecture and guests with its fine interior. Authentic stone portals, elaborately painted doorways, and centuries-old panelled and stucco ceilings combine with modern furnishings and ornamental wall paintings for a truly stunning environment. Natural materials and delicate light strike a harmonious balance here, creating an exquisite environment for a romantic weekend away.

8. Granary Hotel

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The lobby at Granary Hotel, with exposed red brick walls and ceiling, seating and light fixtures
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Found near the Market Square, Granary Hotel combines convenience with pure luxury in its 46 suites, wellness centre and exclusive restaurant. Extra care was taken in the design to make each suite a unique experience, with every room offering its own particular character. With parts of the building dating to 16th century, Granary Hotel embodies a perfect marriage of antique refinement and modern indulgence.

9. Puro Hotel

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A couch, chair, coffee table and bookshelves in the lobby at Puro Hotel
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Puro Hotel impresses with a modern exterior, and follows through with elegant, cosily contemporary rooms offering all the facilities you could ask for and more. This Wroclaw hotel puts extra care into creating warm social spaces for its guests: Puro’s lobby, kitchen, bar and garden are optimally designed for gathering and interacting with fellow guests. Bright colours, tonnes of natural light and a casually elegant atmosphere make Puro Hotel a great choice for business trips, holidays and weekend getaways.

10. Hostel Wratislavia

Hostel, Hotel

A bunk bed and a single bed in a hotel room at Hostel Wratislavia, with a colourful drawing on the wall
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Located in a 19th century building in the very centre of Wroclaw, Hostel Wratislavia embodies true Polish hospitality in a wide variety of accommodation options; from private rooms to dorms, this hostel is a cosy, affordable option with a space to suit every type of traveller. Their bright, modern rooms all include ensuite bathroom facilities, and all guests have access to the common room, laundry room and a fully equipped kitchen.

11. Mleczarnia Hostel

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The interior of the dimly lit wooden bar at Mleczarnia Hostel
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Less than 10 minutes from the Market Square, Mleczarnia Hostel charms its guests with a funky, self-possessed send-up to 50s and 60s kitsch. Its decor may remind you of a holiday stay at your grandmother’s (the one with the more colourful past), thus creating a welcoming and home-like atmosphere. Quirky details, sweet knitted tablecloths and velvet-covered chairs make sure that this hostel leaves a fun, vivid impression on its guests.

Phoebe Taplin contributed additional reporting to this article.

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