Picolo recommends · Hotel in Krakow, Poland
Sheraton Grand Kraków
Wawel Castle across the road and the Vistula outside your window, from a big, well-run hotel on the riverbank.
The hotel faces the Vistula from the bank directly below Wawel, so the castle walls are the first thing you see when you step outside. Rooms on the river side look over the water and its bridges.
Inside, it is a large international hotel built around a bright atrium, with a pool, a gym and proper parking, which is rare this close to the centre. In the warmer months the rooftop bar opens with a view straight across to the castle.
Picolo’s verdict
Why we chose Sheraton Grand Kraków
We picked the Sheraton for travellers who value space and reliability, and for families who want bigger rooms and a pool after a day on their feet. The riverside walk into the Old Town is one of the nicest in Krakow.
It lacks the character of the old townhouses in the Old Town. If you want something small, personal and full of history, one of the hotels on Kanonicza or around the square will suit you better.
What you get
- Indoor pool
- Rooftop bar in the warmer months
- On-site parking
- Larger rooms that suit families
- Riverside paths along the Vistula
A day at Sheraton Grand Kraków
- Morning
- A run or a stroll along the Vistula paths.
- Midday
- Up to Wawel Castle and the cathedral.
- Afternoon
- A swim in the pool before dinner.
- Evening
- Drinks on the roof facing the castle.
Location
Powiśle, Krakow, Poland
Open in MapsQuestions about Sheraton Grand Kraków
How far is Sheraton Grand Kraków from the Old Town?
It is on the riverbank below Wawel, and the Old Town is roughly ten minutes away on foot by the river.
Does Sheraton Grand Kraków have a pool?
Yes, the hotel has a pool as well as a gym.
Is there parking at Sheraton Grand Kraków?
Yes. It is one of few central hotels with proper parking, which helps if you arrive by car.
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Updated 6 Nov 2026All articles
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