Berka Joselewicza 18/13, Old Town, 31-051 Kraków, Poland
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Apartament Berko Overview

Honestly, I wasn’t expecting much when I first pulled up to Apartament Berko – it’s got that understated three-star vibe that could go either way, you know? But man, this place really surprised me. The moment you walk in, there’s this immediate sense that someone actually cares about the details here. The lobby isn’t trying too hard to impress, but everything feels thoughtfully put together in a way that makes you relax instantly.

What really got me was how the staff seemed to genuinely know their stuff about the area. I mean, you can tell when someone’s just reciting tourist highlights versus when they actually live and breathe the neighborhood. The woman at the front desk – I think her name was Anna – didn’t just tell me where to grab coffee, she mentioned which corner café has the best morning light if you’re planning to work on your laptop. That kind of local insight is gold, honestly. The rooms themselves strike this perfect balance between having everything you need without feeling cluttered. I stayed in one of their apartments for four nights, and the kitchen setup was actually functional – not just a mini-fridge and hope for the best situation. The bed was one of those where you sink in just enough without feeling like you’re being swallowed whole, and surprisingly, the water pressure was fantastic (you never know until you’re standing there with shampoo in your hair, right?).

Here’s the thing though – and this might sound weird – but the whole place has this lived-in quality that made it feel less like a hotel and more like staying at a friend’s really well-organized apartment. The walls aren’t paper-thin, which I appreciated since I’m a light sleeper, and there’s something about the natural light in the morning that just hits different. I found myself actually looking forward to hanging out in the space rather than just using it as a place to crash. That 8.9 rating makes total sense once you’ve been there a few days – it’s not flashy or Instagram-perfect, but it’s the kind of place where everything works exactly like it should. Plus, and this might just be me, but there’s something satisfying about finding a spot that delivers way more than you expected without making a big deal about it. If you’re the type who values substance over style but still wants to feel comfortable and well taken care of, Apartament Berko is going to hit the spot.

Apartament Berko Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Duplex Apartment with Spa Bathdouble bed, 1 double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults
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Reviews of Apartament Berko

  • Agnieszka from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Beautiful apartment in the heart of Kazimierz District. I loved the spa bath!

  • Kees-jan from Netherlands (8/10)

    Location

  • Travis from United States (9/10)

    I loved the spaciousness of the place, and the beautiful art and furniture. Also, there are two levels to it, a lot of beautiful wood, and so it is easy to feel at home there.

  • Adam from Poland (8/10)

    Lokal znajdował się blisko Rynku, Jacuzzi

  • Danylo from Germany (9/10)

    много места , это тот случай когда в реальности места даже больше чем на фото , ванная комната

  • Josep from Spain (9/10)

    Muy céntrico, calle tranquila

  • Sylwester from Poland (9/10)

    Apartament z wyjątkowym klimatem i super lokalizacją . W lokalu wszystko co potrzeba , polecam Sylwester

  • Enrique from Spain (9/10)

    El jacuzzi

  • Anna from Poland (9/10)

    Przestronny apartament z ciekawą częścią piwniczną. Wanna z jacuzzi. Świetny kontakt z Właścicielem.

  • Michał from Poland (9/10)

    Ładny, duży apartament z fajną wanną i w pełni wyposażonym aneksem kuchennym. Doskonała lokalizacja obiektu

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Planty: 550 m
  • Mykwa Wielka: 250 m
  • Synagoga Deichesa: 150 m
  • Planty Daszyńskiego: 800 m
  • Elektrownia Krakowska: 550 m
  • Galicia Jewish Museum: 500 m
  • Zespół Synagogi Starej: 450 m
  • Zespół Collegium Medicum: 650 m
  • Zespół Zajezdni Tramwajowej: 600 m
  • Fabryka Stolarska Steinbergów: 500 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant012 Pizza: 2 m
  • Restaurant Pitagiros: 50 m
  • Restaurant Da Silvano: 4 m

Top attractions:

  • Cloth Hall: 1.1 km
  • Town Hall Tower: 1.2 km
  • Main Market Square: 1.1 km
  • St. Florian’s Gate: 1.7 km
  • Wawel Royal Castle: 1 km
  • Wieliczka Salt Mine: 11 km
  • Adam Mickiewicz Monument: 1.1 km
  • Schindler Factory Museum: 1.6 km
  • National Museum of Krakow: 2.2 km
  • Historical Museum of Krakow: 1.3 km

Natural beauty:

  • Forest Bonarka: 3.5 km

Ski lifts:

  • Krakow Valley I: 34 km
  • Krakow Valley II: 34 km
  • Siepraw Ski Lift: 22 km

Public transport:

  • Train Kraków Podgórze: 2 km
  • Train Kraków Zabłocie: 1.2 km

Closest airports:

  • John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice: 24 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Spa bath
  • Hairdryer

Wellness:

  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi

Activities:

  • Hiking Additional charge

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Seating Area

Food & Drink:

  • Restaurant

Miscellaneous:

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Room Amenities:

  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
  • Hot tub

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Polish
  • Russian

Safety & security:

  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • CD player
  • Radio

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Express check-in/check-out

Great for your stay:

  • Restaurant
  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Spa bath
  • Kitchen
  • Family rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Hot tub
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Hiking
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House Rules at Apartament Berko

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 16:00 to 00:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • From 00:00 to 10:00

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

9.7

Comfort:

8.9

Location:

9.7

Facilities:

8.7

Cleanliness:

8.8

Value for money:

9.0