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The Boat - Hostel&Chill

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A riverside view with a bridge, boats, and buildings in the background.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a coat rack, a television, and a wall-mounted shoe rack.
A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a Pepsi refrigerator, and a Carlsberg fridge.
A window with a view of a building across a body of water.
A dining area with tables set for four, large windows with curtains, a Christmas tree, and a view of a body of water.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Bulwar Wolynski, Kraków, Malopolskie, 30-302
  • Place, ICE Krakow Congress Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Wawel Castle
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Planty Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kraków (KRK-John Paul II - Balice)
    ‪25 min drive‬
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Room options

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room

A small, compact room with bunk beds, a desk, and a window.

Standard Quadruple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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A compact room with bunk beds, a desk, and a window.

Panoramic Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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A compact hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Kraków

Located in Debniki, The Boat - Hostel&Chill is within a mile (2 km) of popular sights such as Wawel Castle and Main Market Square. This 10-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, a coffee shop/cafe, and free in-room WiFi. Centrally located in Kraków, the hostel is connected to the convention center, and a short walk from Manggha Museum of Japanese Art and Technology and ICE Krakow Congress Centre.
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What's nearby

  • ICE Krakow Congress Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Dragon's Den - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Wawel Castle - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Planty Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Main Market Square - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Sanktuarium Bożego Miłosierdzia Tram Stop - 14 min drive
  • Kraków Plaszów Station - 15 min drive
  • John Paul II - Balice Airport (KRK) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪T.E.A. TIME Brewpub - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hala Forum - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kuchnia u Doroty - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Fala - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ćiepło - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Boat - Hostel&Chill

The Boat - Hostel&Chill offers free WiFi in public areas and coffee in a common area. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage and securing valuables.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Boat - Hostel&Chill?

The Boat - Hostel&Chill offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Boat - Hostel&Chill?

As of Sep 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Boat - Hostel&Chill on Sep 20, 2026 start from $64, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see within easy reach of The Boat - Hostel&Chill?

This hostel is situated in Debniki, just steps from Manggha Museum of Japanese Art and Technology. You'll also find Main Market Square and Wawel Castle within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Boat - Hostel&Chill?

No, there isn't parking at this hostel.

Does The Boat - Hostel&Chill have a casino?

No, The Boat - Hostel&Chill doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Boat - Hostel&Chill?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is The Boat - Hostel&Chill good for couples?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe plus some rooms include river views.

Are there hot tubs at The Boat - Hostel&Chill?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Boat - Hostel&Chill have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, The Boat - Hostel&Chill doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Boat - Hostel&Chill allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Boat - Hostel&Chill.

Are there connecting rooms at The Boat - Hostel&Chill?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

Where is the closest airport to The Boat - Hostel&Chill?

The closest major airport to The Boat - Hostel&Chill is John Paul II - Balice Airport (KRK), which is 9.6 mi away (28 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Boat - Hostel&Chill?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at The Boat - Hostel&Chill.

The Boat - Hostel&Chill Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrycja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little place I city centre. You have everything what you need for short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location just over the river from the castle. The room was nice and had everything that we needed and the staff were friendly and helpful. We enjoyed the bar on top of the boat sitting in the sun. Really enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, perfect location, great staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We are truly over the moon with our stay. The staff were amazing and the rooms and boat was very clean. So close to the attractions too
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jakub

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A comfortable place, clean room and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Benson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place, cheap. Clean, close enough to all the good spots in town.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was one person that stood out for me & that was the guy Kamil on reception. His customer service is excellent, service with a smile and nothing was too much trouble. He went above and beyond to make our stay on the boat easy . This boat is a hidden gem 💎... the location is superb.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bar was available if you spoke to staff - weather was cold so they sat in reception and would assist if you wanted a drink. There are a couple of Zabkas in the old town, The Forum is close by and has a food court. There's also an excellent restaurant on a boat a 2 minute walk away.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thu Trang

Liked: Staff & service
Very friendly and helpful staff. It's simple and good value for money. Bunkbeds are probably a bit small for tall people, but for me it was ok. Good location with walking distance to old town and direct bus to airport.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
While I’m still traveling Europe, I’m currently on my 21st country and this place is one of my favorite places I stayed. A piece of advice for other travelers though, make sure you type in the address of the hostel and make sure it correlates with where it’s at bc I typed in the name and it sent me to another place on the other side of the river. Also the local tram is super convenient and right on the other side of the street.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hostal is very comfortable and the personal
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice small hostel. Small rooms, but fine for sleeping
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A unique place to say. It's a sort of hostel vibe, so it's not luxurious. But I stayed in room #10, the private room, which was nice and rather spacious. Positives: good wifi, a nice room with coffee and tea in the morning and a fridge for guests to use. The staff were very nice, especially Kamil. Air conditioning. Negatives: The curtains in my room did not keep the morning sun out well. The bed was not very comfortable. The room got rather warm on sunny afternoons. Nearby restaurant FORUM highly recommended.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant stay

Stayed for 4 nights over the Easter holidays. We stayed in a family room with bunk beds. The room was comfortable and also had a bathroom with shower. Staff were really friendly and helpful. Location was brilliant. A very short stroll over the bridge to the centre of Krakow.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Euric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Area is just outside the center of Krakow which is quieter but also lacking some points of interest. Staying on the boat was such an amazing experience, particularly the glasshouse dining at the back. Note that this being a boat, the walls between the rooms are quite thin and noise does transfer across.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cheap and cheerful and ideal for a city break. Here to see the city and just need somewhere to rest my head. Was perfect. Not here to spend a fortune on convenience and over priced rooms that I later regret
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing family stay on a boat

We were very happy with our stay! The location is perfect – just a short walk to the main square in Kraków, and with a beautiful view of Wawel Castle right from the boat. It was warm and cozy inside, and the experience of staying on a boat was really unique and fun for the whole family. Our kids especially loved the bunk beds! There’s a lovely glass conservatory with a river and Wawel view, and even an aquarium with turtles – such a cool touch. The boat had everything we needed: kettle, coffee, tea, fridge, microwave, plates – very convenient. The boat was moored securely so it didn’t sway at all – we slept great. The staff were super friendly and helpful. Definitely planning to come back. Only positives!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
„The Boat “ ist ein schwimmendes Hotel. Alles sauber, nettes freundliches Personal. In 5 min zur Bus und Straßenbahn Haltestelle. Anbindung zum Flughafen (Buß 30 min.) Innenstadt und Bahnhof (Straßenbahn ca. 15 min.) Wir hoffen das wir bald wieder hier Übernachten können.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stanza pulita e biancheria profumata. Ambiente accogliente con una sala dining attrezzata di microonde, bollitore e stoviglie, caffè, the e tisane, frigorifero e una vista spettacolare sulla Vistola. Personale cortese e disponibile. Posizione eccezionale e a 200 metri dalla fermata del bus 300 per l'aeroporto.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luiz Cesar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Localização excelente, staff muito gentil e acomodação muito boa na relação custo benefício. Super recomendado.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stanza piccolina, bagno minuscolo ma tutto molto carino e pulito, la vista dalla finestra meravigliosa
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Todo muy bien
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Qué puedo decir,el personal muy amable,la ubicación perfecta, cercana a todo a pie o en transporte público, la habitación excelente, no le pide nada a ningún hotel de “mayor categoría”. No se por qué cuando me hospedé creo que fui el único huésped del día, siendo que en cuanto a calidad-precio, lo que ofrece es increíble. Si vuelvo a Cracovia claramente volveré a hospedarme aquí, y recomiendo a todos quienes tienen pensado ir, que se alojen aquí. 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Die Übernachtung in der Koje auf dem Boot war eine besondere Erfahrung. Das Boot liegt zentral vor Anker und eine Haltestelle der Flughafenlinie 300 gibt es quasi vor der Haustür. Habe die kurze Auszeit in Krakau in vollen Zügen genossen. Die Dusche ist modern, das Handwaschbecken eher was für Zwerge.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025