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Hotel Pollera has a deep, turbulent history that mirrors Poland's own difficult past. Occupied by Nazi as well as Russian forces, the building housing the Pollera was nationalized under state socialism before reverting to original ownership after the fall of the Soviet alliance.
In a city with tons of new (albeit wonderful) hotels, it's refreshing to encounter a hotel with a grand history and appearance. Pollera's exquisite reception area is an art nouveau masterpiece. The stained-glass windows and stairway are meticulously detailed.
Rooms, as is so often the case, do not live up to the grandeur of the reception area, but they have their antique charms. Expect striped wallpaper and matching headboards and bedspreads. We especially like the gauzy, dainty curtains and the out-of-place 1960s modern ceiling lamps.
Pollera's location, just a few minutes from Krakow's Central Square, serves as another draw.
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