The best hotels near Warsaw Christmas Market (2025)

Last Updated on September 21, 2025 by Ioana

Warsaw’s Old Town is the perfect place to host a Christmas market. It has those beautiful old buildings and everything is adorned with Christmas lights. Picture this: a tall Christmas tree, beautiful Christmas decorations, traditional Polish food, ice skating, and plenty of market stalls selling unique gifts. What an amazing way to celebrate the holiday season! In this blog post I will share some of the best hotels near Warsaw Christmas market so you can enjoy the magic of Christmas in the Polish capital. This post contains affiliate links. When you make a purchase I may get a small commission at no extra cost to you. Find out more here.

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Make sure to check out my blog post with a complete guide of the main Christmas Market in Warsaw. 

Hotel Bellotto

The Old Town is one of the best neighborhoods to stay in Warsaw because this is where the main attractions, such as the Royal Castle, are. 

Hotel Bellotto is a 5-star hotel located in Warsaw’s Old Town in a 16th century palace. It has large rooms beautifully adorned as you would expect from a luxurious hotel.

It’s one of the best places to stay at if you want to be very close to the market and don’t mind splurging on a luxury hotel.

It has an Italian restaurant on the premises. Miodowa Cafe is also located in one of the hotel’s wings. Back in the 18th century this cafe housed the most famous confectionery and ice cream parlor in Warsaw.

And today they also have a honey dessert bar at this cafe. They serve mini desserts that use different types of honey obtained from suppliers from Italy and Poland. 

Mamaison Hotel Le Regina Warsaw

Another luxury hotel in the Old Town area is Mamaison Hotel Le Regina. This is a boutique hotel in the heart of Warsaw in the Mokrowsky Palace. They won the award for the best boutique hotel in Poland.

The hotel is a short walk from the Old Town Square and the Vistula River bank. It’s the ideal place to stay if you want to be withing walking distance of the main historical landmarks and the Christmas Market.

Hotel Bristol

Hotel Bristol is an iconic hotel in Warsaw. It has a prestigious location on the Royal Route, next to the Presidential Palace. It is a Luxury Collection Hotel that’s part of the Marriott chain.

This hotel has a rich history as it has been operating since 1901 in a beautiful Art Nouveau building. You can also find the famous Bristol Cafe here serving some delicious cakes and chocolates.

The hotel has an indoor pool, a fitness center, a sauna, a steam room, and a spa. It has all the amenities you need to relax and to enjoy a luxurious stay in capital city of Poland.

The hotel is pet friendly, so you can bring your furry friend with you too.

It’s a great choice if you want to experience the festive season in Warsaw in style.

​Flaner Hotel

I stayed at Flaner Hotel, which is a short distance from the Old Town and Nowy Swiat. You’ll be very close to the main square where the Christmas Market is.

I loved my stay there. It was one of the nicest boutique hotels I stayed at. The bed was comfy, the room was clean and spacious, and the decor was a mix of royal velvet and modern furniture.

 Their concierge, Darek, went above and beyond to make sure my stay there was amazing. I’ve never experienced this level of hospitality in any hotel I’ve stayed at so far

I highly recommend Flaner. The location is perfect, the service is outstanding, and the price is a good deal for the level of service you get.

Sofitel Warsaw Victoria

Sofitel Warsaw Victoria is a modern hotel that’s perfect for both tourists and business travelers. It is very close to all the attractions in central Warsaw.

The hotel is beautifully decorated and has spacious rooms with views of Pilsudski Square or the historic district. It has all the modern amenities you would imagine for a 5-star hotel.

It’s close to the market so if you choose to stay here you can be a short walk away from the city center’s festive atmosphere.

Hotel Indigo Warsaw – Nowy

Hotel Indigo is an IHG hotel located on the famous Nowy Świat street. Nowy Swiat is translated in English as the New World Street. It is part of the Royal Route. 

You can find a lot of restaurants, cafes, and bars here. Its nickname is Restaurant Street. 

During summer and while the Christmas market is open this street is closed to car traffic, so people can enjoy walking in this area.

Staying at Hotel Indigo means that you will have plenty of great dining options very close to the hotel. The hotel offers large rooms in a renovated 19th century building. 

Chopin Boutique

Chopin Boutique is a 3-star hotel. They have only 34 rooms in a pre-war house located a few minutes away from Nowy Świat on a cobblestone street. The hotel also has a very cute garden. 

This is one of the most budget friendly hotels I included on this list and it’s also one of the coziest hotels. It could be a great option for a first stay in Warsaw if you’re not looking for luxury accommodation.

FAQs about Warsaw

What traditional food should I try at the Warsaw Christmas market?

There is plenty of delicious food in Warsaw: pierogis, bigos (stew and cabbage in a bread bowl), sour rye soup, pork knuckle, potato pancakes. However, there are some food items you can only find at the Christmas market food court.

I recommend one night you eat dinner at the market to be able to sample all the traditional Polish treats.

Polish cheese

There were so many food stalls in the Old Market Square cooking these small oval things on the grill. Some of them were even wrapped in bacon. They smelled delicious.

At first I thought it was some kind of savory pastry. But when I asked at one of the stands what it was they told me it was cheese. That’s it. Simple. Just cheese warmed on the grill.

I love cheese, so I had to try it. The cheese was delicious and a little smoky. And it came with cranberry sauce which complemented it perfectly. 

I only saw this treat at the Old Town Market Square, so it might be available only around Christmas time. Or maybe they have it during other holidays as well.

In any case, if you’re in Warsaw while the Christmas market is up and you like cheese, you should try it.

Kielbasa sausage

Kielbasa is a traditional Polish sausage. You can get just the sausage at the Christmas market, or you can opt for a slice of bread with lard or butter, topped with sausage and caramelized onion.

The stands that sell Kielbasa also offer 3 free toppings: pickles, fried onion, and spring onion.

I thought mixing sausage, onion, bread and butter would be too heavy of a combination, but I enjoyed it a lot. I shared a slice of bread with my friend and half the portion was enough for me.

It’s a hearty, but delicious meal.

Chimney cake

Chimney cake is a dessert original to Hungarians from Transylvania, but all countries in Eastern and Central Europe serve this delicacy at Christmas fairs. It’s very popular in my native Romania too.

It’s a yeasty dough, slightly sweet, that’s cooked on a truncated cone-shaped baking spit. They usually cook it over a coal fire, but in Warsaw they cooked it in an oven.

Once it’s cooked they roll it in the topping of your choice: walnuts, cocoa, cinnamon, and so on. I usually get mine with walnuts. It’d delicious.

Chestnuts

I was a bit surprised to see chestnuts at the market. In Romania we eat them during the fall, but we can’t find them during winter. Not sure what magic they do to have them available for this time of year.

I feel like roasted chestnuts are a staple of most fairs, so if you like them make sure to get a few to enjoy them on the beautiful streets of the Old Town.

Hot drinks

There are plenty of stalls where you can buy mulled wine or a cup of hot chocolate so you can warm up after exploring the winter wonderland in the Old Town of Warsaw.

While these drinks are not traditional to Poland they are staples of all the best Christmas markets and they contribute to the festive spirit. 

How can I get around Warsaw?

Warsaw is a very walkable city. It also has a great subway system with stations near all major attractions in case your hotel is further away from the city center. And there are plenty of bus options too. Public transportation options are great in Warsaw.

How can I get to the city center from the Warsaw Chopin airport?

Train

You can take the train from the airport. If you take the S2 route it will stop at Śródmieście and Powiśle, key central stations. Śródmieście station also has connections to other parts of the city. 

If you take the S3 route it will take you to the Northern side of central Warsaw. Make sure to know where your hotel is located before deciding which train you should take.

Trains usually run once every hour from 6am to 10 or 11pm. If you arrive outside of these hours I suggest you get an Uber/Bolt or a taxi.

Bus

There are plenty of bus options that take you to the city center from the airport. The best bus choice for reaching the Old Town area is bus 175. It runs every 15-30 minutes from 4:30am to 11pm.

Other bus options to consider, depending on where you’re staying, are buses 188, 148, and 331.

If you arrive at night, the only bus option available is bus N32. This bus has direct service to Centralna station and it runs every 30 minutes from 11pm to 4:30am.

Taxi / uber

If you don’t like public transport, then you can take a car. This is the most convenient option since it leaves you right in front of your hotel. Alternatively you can also schedule a private transfer.

How to get cell phone data when visiting Poland from abroad?

The cheapest and most convenient way to get data while visiting from abroad is to buy an eSIM. An eSIM is a digital SIM that lets you activate a data plan from a provider without having to use a physical SIM card. They are super easy to use.

I use Airalo. You can go to their website, select the country you’re traveling to, select how many GB of data you want, and how many days you want the eSIM to be active for. After you pay you will receive a confirmation email with instructions on how to activate the eSIM.

You can activate it on your phone and the process takes under 1 minute. Once the eSIM is activated you don’t have to do anything else. When you’re at your destination you will automatically get data.

Is Warsaw safe for a solo female traveler?

Yes, I felt very safe in Warsaw. Eastern Europe is much safer than much of Western Europe these days in my opinion. There aren’t pickpockets, people don’t try to scam you on the street, and you can walk alone at night with no issues. 

Do I need cash for my trip to Warsaw?

Yes, you will need a bit of cash for St. Anne’s church observation deck. Other than that I paid for everything with a credit card. There are plenty of ATMs in the city, so if you forget to get some at the airport there won’t be any problem.

Pro tip: always get cash from an ATM in the country you’re visiting instead of going to an exchange place. Your bank will always have better exchange rates when taking out cash in a foreign currency from an ATM.

Do I have to tip in Warsaw?

Tipping is not mandatory, but it is highly encouraged. I usually leave 1-2 euros as tip when I eat out. They highly appreciate it when you do this.

Do I need to book tickets for attractions in advance?

I highly recommend you book all the tickets online in advance of your trip. Especially if you visit during the summer months. Booking in advance will give you peace of mind.

Do people speak English in Warsaw?

Yes, they do. Everyone I interacted with in Warsaw spoke English. I still recommend you learn a few words in Polish ahead of your trip though. I do this for every country I visit. It’s just a nice gesture and locals will appreciate the effort.

Do you recommend Warsaw as a solo destination?

Yes, I recommend Warsaw as a destination for solo female travelers. There are so many things to do, the food is delicious, the people are great, and I felt very safe. 

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