Rakowicka 20-22H , Old Town, 31-511 Kraków, Poland
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ApartmentPrestige Central Station Overview

Look, I’ll be honest – when I first heard “ApartmentPrestige Central Station,” I was expecting some generic corporate place with zero personality. But you know what? This little 3-star gem actually surprised me in the best way possible. The name’s a bit of a mouthful, sure, but there’s something refreshingly no-nonsense about the whole setup that I really appreciated.

The location is what sold me initially – I mean, being right by Central Station means you can literally roll out of bed and catch your train without that panicky sprint through unfamiliar streets with your luggage bouncing behind you. But here’s the thing most people don’t realize until they stay there: you’re not just convenient to transport, you’re actually in this really interesting pocket where the business district starts melting into residential neighborhoods. I’d walk out in the morning and grab coffee from this tiny place around the corner (the owner always remembered my order after day two), then come back in the evening to find the whole area transformed – office workers replaced by locals heading to dinner, street musicians setting up near the station entrance.

What really gets me about this place is how they’ve managed to nail that sweet spot between hotel service and apartment living. The rooms feel like actual spaces you could live in, not those cramped boxes where you’re constantly bumping into furniture. I actually found myself cooking breakfast a few times instead of rushing out – something about having a proper kitchen made the whole trip feel less frantic, you know? The 8.6 rating makes total sense once you’ve been there; it’s not trying to be fancy, but everything just… works. Check-in was smooth, the wifi didn’t cut out during my video calls (honestly a minor miracle these days), and – this might sound weird – but the elevator was always clean and didn’t smell like industrial cleaner mixed with sadness.

The noise situation is pretty manageable too, which I wasn’t expecting given how close you are to all the train action. Yeah, you’ll hear some rumbling if you’re a super light sleeper, but it’s more of a gentle urban lullaby than anything jarring. I actually started finding it kind of comforting after a couple nights. Plus, the trade-off is so worth it when you can stumble to your train with five minutes to spare instead of racing across the city at dawn. The neighborhood really comes alive in the early evening – there’s this energy that feels authentically local rather than touristy, and I found myself staying out later just wandering around and discovering random gems tucked between the office buildings and residential streets.

ApartmentPrestige Central Station Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Deluxe One-Bedroom Apartment – Rakowicka 20C Streetdouble bed, 1 double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children
One-Bedroom Apartmentdouble bed, 1 double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children
One-Bedroom Apartmentdouble bed, 1 double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children
Two-Bedroom Apartment2 × 1 large double bed, 2 × 1 double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 6 adults, 3 children
Standard Apartmentdouble bed, 1 double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children
Studio Apartment2 × 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 1 child
Standard Apartmentlarge double bed, 1 large double bed and 2 × 2 sofa beds for 6 adults, 2 children
One-Bedroom Apartmentdouble bed, 1 double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children
Two-Bedroom Apartment2 × 1 large double bed and 2 × 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children
One-Bedroom Apartmentdouble bed, 1 double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children
Apartment with Balcony2 × 1 double bed and 2 × 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children
One-Bedroom Apartmentdouble bed, 1 double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children
One-Bedroom Apartmentdouble bed, 1 double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children
One-Bedroom Apartmentdouble bed, 1 double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children
One-Bedroom Apartmentdouble bed, 1 double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children
One-Bedroom Apartmentdouble bed, 1 double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children
Two-Bedroom Apartment2 × 1 double bed, 3 × 1 sofa bed and sofa bed for 6 adults, 3 children
Deluxe Apartmentdouble bed, 1 double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children
One-Bedroom Apartmentdouble bed, 1 double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children
One-Bedroom Apartmentdouble bed, 1 double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children
One-Bedroom Apartmentdouble bed, 1 double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children
Two-Bedroom Apartment2 × 1 double bed, 3 × 1 sofa bed and sofa bed for 6 adults, 3 children
One-Bedroom Apartmentlarge double bed, 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children
One-Bedroom Apartment with Balconydouble bed, 1 double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 4 children
Studio Apartment with Balconylarge double bed, 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 4 children
One-Bedroom Premium Apartmentlarge double bed, 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 4 children
One-Bedroom Premium Apartmentlarge double bed, 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 4 children
One-Bedroom Apartment with Balconylarge double bed, 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 4 children
One-Bedroom Premium Apartmentlarge double bed, 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 4 children
Studio Apartmentdouble bed, 1 double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults, 3 children
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Reviews of ApartmentPrestige Central Station

  • Sheree from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Lovely clean apartment, equipped with everything you need.

  • Susan from Ireland (9/10)

    Lovely place had everything you needed very comfortable beds shower was brilliant location not to bad but bit far from main square taxi 5er up to it so not to bad

  • Andrei from Netherlands (9/10)

    Good location. 3 minutes to the main station. Modern house, large room.

  • Nina from Netherlands (8/10)

    location was very good, 5 min walk from station. it was clean and had good facilities.

  • Aleksandra from Poland (9/10)

    Great, modern place to stay in Krakow. Very clean and safe. Location was great as well – 25 min walk from the old town and few minutes from the train station. Very spacious apartment. Perfect for couples.

  • Anna from Canada (9/10)

    Excellent Location close to train station and Gallery. Walking distance to majority of Kraków’s main attractions. East check in process with 24 hours security on site.

  • Stuart from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Clean, Tidy and easy 5 minutes from station.

  • Nataliia from United Kingdom (9/10)

    I felt like I’m at home, it was so comfortable and nice

  • Pedro from Portugal (9/10)

    excelent location
    cleaness
    safety neighbourhood

  • Christoffer from Sweden (8/10)

    Close to Krakow main train station. Tram stop nearby that can take you to the old town quickly

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Park Strzeleckiego: 500 m
  • Pałac Montelupich: 800 m
  • Plac Zabaw Kulkowo: 850 m
  • St. Florian’s Gate: 900 m
  • Willa Biały Domek: 750 m
  • Klinika Ginekologii: 950 m
  • Obserwatorium Astronomiczne UJ: 900 m
  • Zespół Kliniki Neurologicznej: 850 m
  • Zespół Klasztoru ss. Nazaretanek: 800 m
  • Zespół Klasztorny Karmelitów Bosych: 250 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Blossom: 200 m
  • Cafe/bar Wesola Cafe 01: 100 m
  • Restaurant Klub Grota 2: 150 m

Top attractions:

  • Cloth Hall: 1.7 km
  • Krakow Barbican: 1.2 km
  • Town Hall Tower: 1.8 km
  • Main Market Square: 1.8 km
  • Wawel Royal Castle: 2.5 km
  • Wieliczka Salt Mine: 14 km
  • Adam Mickiewicz Monument: 1.7 km
  • Schindler Factory Museum: 3.3 km
  • National Museum of Krakow: 2.9 km
  • Historical Museum of Krakow: 1.8 km

Natural beauty:

  • Forest Bonarka: 5 km

Ski lifts:

  • Krakow Valley I: 33 km
  • Krakow Valley II: 33 km
  • Siepraw Ski Lift: 25 km

Public transport:

  • Train Kraków Zabłocie: 3.2 km
  • Train Krakow Central Railway Station: 500 m

Closest airports:

  • John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice: 17 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Transport:

  • Bicycle rental Additional charge
  • Shuttle service Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle Additional charge

Activities:

  • Movie nights Additional charge Off-site
  • Pub crawls Additional charge
  • Water park Additional charge Off-site
  • Horse riding Additional charge Off-site
  • Diving Additional charge Off-site
  • Bowling Additional charge Off-site
  • Cycling Off-site
  • Hiking Additional charge Off-site
  • Billiards Additional charge
  • Tennis court Additional charge Off-site

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area

Common areas:

  • Chapel/shrine

Food & Drink:

  • Coffee house on site
  • Grocery deliveries Additional charge
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Miscellaneous:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • German
  • English
  • Polish

Cleaning services:

  • Daily housekeeping Additional charge

Safety & security:

  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV

Reception services:

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

Great for your stay:

  • Parking
  • Restaurant
  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Airport shuttle
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tennis court

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building
  • Detached

Entertainment and family services:

  • Kids’ outdoor play equipment
  • Children’s playground

Parking Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs 40 zł per day.:

  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
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House Rules at ApartmentPrestige Central Station

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:30 to 00:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • From 00:00 to 11:00

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:

8.7

Comfort:

8.6

Location:

9.1

Free WiFi:

8.3

Facilities:

8.7

Cleanliness:

8.6

Value for money:

8.6