Racławicka or Koszykarska? An Honest Comparison of ZEITRAUM Student Houses in Krakow
Looking for a student room in Krakow and wondering which ZEITRAUM building to pick? Here’s a quick breakdown of the…
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2 ZEITRAUM locations
Bed linen included
All-in rent price (no additional fees)
Transport pass from 40 PLN
Best nightlife in Poland
Biggest academic city in Poland
33 Koszykarska Street, Podgórze district, Kraków
58 Racławicka Street, Krowodrza, Kraków
Kraków is Poland’s second largest city and the country’s undisputed academic capital — home to over 200,000 students across more than 20 universities. Whether you study at AGH, UJ, PK, or any other Kraków university, you’ll find yourself at the heart of a vibrant, student-driven city. The Old Town (a UNESCO World Heritage site) legendary nightlife in Kazimierz, and easy access to the Tatra Mountains make Kraków a city students fall in love with and often choose to stay in after graduation. ZEITRAUM has two student residences in Kraków — Racławicka and Koszykarska — both offering all-in rent with no additional utility bills, designed around student life.
Here are some answers to the most common questions about studying in Kraków and living in Zeitraum student housing.
Kraków is home to nearly 30 universities with over 170,000 students. The most well-known include AGH University of Science and Technology, the Jagiellonian University (one of the oldest in the world, founded in 1364), Cracow University of Technology, and the Pedagogical University.
Absolutely. Kraków is one of Poland's top Erasmus destinations, with large international student communities and extensive English-language support at most universities.
A monthly student pass costs 40 PLN for students under 26 with a valid Polish student ID or ISIC card. Kraków's MPK network covers over 20 tram and 60+ bus lines — getting around is easy and affordable.
Krowodrza and Podgórze are two of the most popular student areas — and exactly where our two Zeitraum locations are. Both offer easy access to the city centre while being quieter and more affordable than living right in the Old Town.
The monthly rent covers everything — water, heating, electricity, and WiFi. There are no additional utility bills. At Racławicka, you also receive a starter pack with bedding and a basic kitchen kit. At Koszykarska, bedding with monthly exchange is provided.
At Koszykarska we offer three room types: a private single room with a private bathroom, a private room in a double configuration with a shared bathroom, and a private room in a triple configuration with a shared bathroom. At Racławicka, you can choose between a private single room or a private room in a shared unit (two bedroom or three bedroom), where only the bathroom is shared.
Yes — the entire booking process can be completed online. You only sign the contract in person at check-in when you arrive.
Yes. Both locations have 24/7 reception and security staff, CCTV in common areas, and a keycard access system — only residents and registered guests can enter the building.
Yes. Zeitraum welcomes all students enrolled at a Polish university — Polish and international students alike, including Erasmus participants and PhD students. Contracts and correspondence are available in both English and Polish.