We are part of the capital group and operate in the immediate vicinity of John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Ltd., which is our sole shareholder.
The company was established in 2009 to develop the first airport hotel in Małopolska. Currently, we own and operate the Hilton Garden Inn Kraków Airport, which opened in 2014. The property perfectly integrates into the Lesser Poland airport environment while respecting its unique character and architecture.
Innovative management with a clear vision for the future
By combining the knowledge and extensive experience of our employees with innovative solutions, we provide a distinctive quality of hotel services.We focus on development with the aim of creating lasting value for our stakeholders.
Together, we are building a modern company founded on passion and commitment.
Since August 2016, Grzegorz Gogola, an economist with a passion for management and hospitality, has served as the CEO of the company.
"Being a company that creates a new standard in hospitality thanks to partnership with employees and the community, through innovative management approaches. We are for all those who value time, comfort, and exceptional experiences."
Pillars of Krakow Airport Hotel
The mission of Kraków Airport Hotel is based on three pillars:
We believe that a satisfied and engaged team is the foundation of excellent service, which translates into exceptional guest experiences. We ensure the highest service standards to build guest loyalty and enhance their satisfaction. This not only attracts new clients but also strengthens relationships with existing ones, positively impacting business performance and owner satisfaction. Our approach, based on sustainable development and long-term success, supports both the professional growth of our employees and their satisfaction, creating an inspiring work environment.
Common values
Integrity, Reliability, and Entrepreneurship, combined with building partnership relationships, define the Hilton Balice Team. These values are the foundation of our organizational culture, shaping how we work, make decisions, and collaborate with our stakeholders. We strive to create an environment where these principles are not only upheld but also inspired and promoted every day, ensuring the highest level of satisfaction and trust.
Grzegorz Gogola
CEO
Since August 1, 2016, Grzegorz Gogola has served as the CEO of Kraków Airport Hotel. Before transitioning to the hospitality industry, he spent many years working in the banking sector. During his career, he was associated with the corporate division of mBank (formerly BRE Bank S.A.), where he specialized in corporate finance management, including for companies in the hospitality sector, providing financial analysis and optimizing finances. He was also responsible for implementing mBank's budget in the South Macroregion's treasury products division.
Grzegorz Gogola completed his undergraduate studies in Finance and Banking at the Cracow University of Economics, studied Business Management at the Rzeszów University of Technology, and pursued postgraduate studies in Accounting and Financial Management at the Małopolska Higher School of Economics in Tarnów.
He holds an Executive MBA from the Polish-American School of Business. He has completed a number of training programs in finance, sales, and management, including a prestigious one-year management program organized by ICAN Institute. His management strategy for Kraków Airport Hotel focuses on three main areas.
- Optimization of economic processes aimed at increasing the company's efficiency.
- Creating a supportive work environment that enhances employee skills, boosts their engagement, and fosters their passions.
- Company growth through the introduction of innovative solutions and new investments
In his personal life, he is an enthusiast of travel, active leisure, and board games, with his favorite being the strategic game Agricola.