· Accommodation
Recommended Hotels
Hotels listed in order of distance from the venue. Book early — May is a busy period in Kraków.
🟢 Very close
🟡 Close
🔵 Farther
| Hotel | Rating | Distance | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Antica Residence ul. Czarnowiejska 76 | ★★★ | ~50 m | Right next to the venue |
| Hotel Polonez On AGH campus | ★★★ | ~350–500 m | On campus; budget-friendly, free parking |
| Novotel Kraków City West al. Armii Krajowej 11 | ★★★★ | ~1 km | Pool & fitness; near Błonia park |
| Hotel Logos Near AGH campus | ★★★ | ~1 km | Near the AGH campus |
| AC Hotel by Marriott al. 3 Maja 51 | ★★★★ | ~1.5 km | Modern; walking distance to AGH |
| Ibis Kraków Centrum ul. Syrokomli 2 | ★★★ | ~1.5 km | Budget-friendly; close to AGH |
| Hotel Wyspiański ul. Westerplatte 15 | ★★★ | ~2 km | Good value; near Planty gardens |
| Hotel Nobilton Near city centre | ★★★ | ~2 km | Mid-range; good transport links |
| Radisson Blu Kraków ul. Straszewskiego 17 | ★★★★★ | ~2.5 km | Business amenities; close to Old Town |
| Hotel Indigo Old Town ul. Sławkowska 9 | ★★★★ | ~2.5 km | Boutique; steps from Main Market Square |
| Liebeskind Boutique Hotel Near Old Town | ★★★★ | ~2.5 km | Stylish boutique near historic centre |
| Aparthotel Stare Miasto Old Town area | ★★★★ | ~2.5 km | Apartment-style; ideal for longer stays |
| Hotel Kazimierz ul. Miodowa, Kazimierz | ★★★★ | ~3.5 km | Historic Kazimierz; vibrant nightlife nearby |
· Lunch & Local Amenities
Lunch & Nearby Facilities
🍽️ Meals at participants’ own expense: Lunch and any social dinner are not covered. No sponsored meals or events.
Many affordable options within a short walk of Building B-9.
💡 Tip: Most lunch options PLN 15–40 (~€4–10). Cards widely accepted.
| Place | Type | Distance | Price | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bistro Akademickie Krakus | Bistro | ~150 m | PLN 20–40 | 📍 |
| Da Grasso | Pizza | ~200 m | PLN 20–40 | 📍 |
| PrzeBistro Alma | Restaurant | ~250 m | PLN 1–20 | 📍 |
| Cafe Bar Pokusa | Café | ~300 m | PLN 1–20 | 📍 |
| Babilon Pizzeria | Pizza | ~300 m | PLN 20–40 | 📍 |
| Nova Sushi | Sushi | ~350 m | PLN 20–40 | 📍 |
| Mekong | Vietnamese | ~400 m | PLN 20–40 | 📍 |
| Klub Studio | Restaurant | ~450 m | PLN 20–40 | 📍 |
| Capri New Kraków | Pizza | ~500 m | PLN 20–40 | 📍 |
🛵 Food delivery: Pyszne.pl, Glovo, Uber Eats, Wolt, Foodsi deliver to the AGH campus area.
🚻 Toilets
Inside Building B-9 on each floor and nearby campus buildings.
☕ Coffee & Drinks
Coffee machines in Building B-9. Nearest café 2–5 min walk.
🛒 Supermarket
Biedronka and Żabka within ~5 min walk.
💊 Pharmacy
Apteka Czarnowiejska — ~2 min walk. Look for the green cross.
🏧 ATM
ATMs on campus and on al. Mickiewicza. Cards widely accepted.
🚑 Emergency
Emergency: 112
Police: 997
Ambulance: 999
Fire: 998
Police: 997
Ambulance: 999
Fire: 998
· For International Visitors
Practical Information
A few useful notes for participants travelling from abroad.
🕘
Timezone
Central European Summer Time
CEST (UTC+2) in May
CEST (UTC+2) in May
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Schengen Area
Poland is a Schengen member. EU/EEA need only national ID. Others may require a visa.
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Currency
Polish Złoty (PLN)
Cards widely accepted.
Cards widely accepted.
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Exchange Rates
1 EUR ≈ 4 PLN
1 USD ≈ 4 PLN
1 CHF ≈ 5 PLN
1 GBP ≈ 5 PLN
1 USD ≈ 4 PLN
1 CHF ≈ 5 PLN
1 GBP ≈ 5 PLN
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Power
Type C/E plugs
230V / 50Hz
230V / 50Hz
Questions about the Meeting?
Contact the VQEG meeting mailbox or the local hosts at AGH.
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