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 most important differences you might find useful to make a final call. Check out which vibe suits you best!

Racławicka 58: Fresh Single Rooms Right by AGH

Racławicka is our brand-new base in Krakow’s Krowodrza district. If you’re studying at AGH, you’re in luck – the main AGH campus is just 11 minutes away by bus. Commuting anywhere else in town is just as smooth, since you can walk to the Kraków Łobzów train station in a couple of minutes. Hop on a train, and you’re at the Main Station and the dead center of the city in just 4 minutes. The building is fresh, modern, and perfect for anyone who loves crisp design and peace of mind.
The biggest highlight? This building offers ONLY single rooms. You can choose a fully independent studio (meaning you get your own kitchenette and bathroom all to yourself) or a private single room inside a secure 2- or 3-bedroom unit (1+1 and 1+1+1 layouts). In practice, it works like a private flat inside the dorm: you have your own room, and you share the hallway, fridge, and bathroom with just one or two flatmates. Crucially, these shared units are always strictly same-sex. No co-ed bathrooms, ensuring total comfort and privacy daily.
When it’s time to chill, your rent covers full access to a yoga room, mini gym, game room, and quiet study spaces. On top of that, there are great shared kitchens that open up to outdoor terraces. In the lobby, you’ll find Chill&Thrill Hub – our local info board, packed with the best recommendations on where to grab good food in town and what’s worth seeing around Krakow.

Koszykarska 33: A Budget-Friendly Classic in the Artsy Podgórze Vibe

Koszykarska in Podgórze, on the other hand, is our reliable, super-popular student classic. This neighborhood has a peaceful, slightly artsy vibe and sits right by the Vistula River. If you’re attending the Frycz Modrzewski Krakow Academy (KAAFM), you can get there by bus in just 7 minutes, and reaching the UJ departments in Zabłocie takes less than 10 minutes. Koszykarska is an excellent choice if you’re looking for that perfect balance between comfort and price.
Shared double and triple rooms rule the space here (and yes, they are always strictly same-sex), making it incredibly easy to find a tight-knit crew. But if you prefer your own space, there’s also a pool of single rooms available at a great price. A really nice bonus at Koszykarska is that once a month, on a designated day, ZEITRAUM changes your bedding for fresh, clean sheets completely free of charge.
You also get access to a whopping 11 shared kitchens (say goodbye to dinner-time traffic jams!), a gym, a billiard zone, a game room, a quiet study room, and cozy little corners where you can hide away with a book.

What’s Included as a ZEITRAUM Standard?

No matter which student house you choose, the paperwork is simple and transparent. You pay one fixed all-in rent. Electricity, water, heating, and fast WiFi are all included, so you don’t have to care about winter rate hikes, and you won’t get any surprise bills at the end of the year.
A clean bedding set will be waiting for you in your room from day one, and at Racławicka, you also get basic dishes and cutlery included in your starter pack.
Both locations feature a 24/7 reception desk, CCTV monitoring in common areas, and secure magnetic keycard access. Best of all, you can handle the booking and paperwork fully remotely online—no standing in annoying lines, no wasted time.

Quick Decision: Which One to Choose?

Want to check if there are still open spots for the upcoming semester? Head over to our website, jump into the online booking system, and lock down your room in just a few minutes!