Orange Hostel

Lots of hostels in Krakow are named after colors. Orange Hostel, located between the Jewish Quarter and Market Square, makes the best of this quirky habit, matching promotional materials with the hostel's namesake.

The hostel itself is done up in some orange, mixed with other bright primary colors. Private rooms are extremely simple, with matching duvet covers and pillowcases. Newish tables and chairs in blond wood add just a bit of extra zip. These rooms aren't so cozy and fun that you'll want to spend huge blocks of time here, but they're perfectly fine. Dorm rooms are even more barebones, though clean and acceptable. All rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi. Shared bathrooms are nothing to write home about: While they are cleaned regularly, they are a bit past their prime and thus appear shabby.

Orange Hostel's strongest suit is probably its expansive guest kitchen, with its long wooden table and an array of pans, utensils, plates and other kitchen paraphernalia. Unlike the rooms, the guest kitchen feels like a place to hang out with friends and chance upon new buddies.

Breakfast is included. Note: This hostel is up several flights of stairs and there is no elevator.