ul. Szczepańska 1/11, Old Town, 31-011 Kraków, Poland
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Apartments Sobieski&Soplica Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to Apartments Sobieski&Soplica on Szczepańska Street, you immediately know you’ve hit the jackpot location-wise. I mean, you’re literally steps from the Main Market Square — I could hear the horse carriages clip-clopping by from my window. This three-star property sits in one of those beautiful historic buildings that makes Krakow‘s Old Town so magical, and honestly, the entrance feels like you’re stepping into someone’s elegant Polish home rather than a typical hotel.

The Heart of Old Town

You know what’s incredible about this spot? Everything worth seeing is within a two-minute walk. The Cloth Hall, St. Mary’s Basilica, all those charming cafés tucked into medieval cellars — it’s all right there. I actually found myself popping back to the apartment between sightseeing just because it was so easy. The street itself is quieter than the main tourist drags, but you’re still in the absolute center of everything. Couples seem to get this — they’ve rated the location a perfect 10, and after staying here, I totally understand why.

Your Home Away from Home

The apartments themselves feel authentically Polish but with all the modern touches you actually need. My room had this lovely mix of traditional wooden furniture and updated amenities that worked really well together. The kitchenette was surprisingly well-equipped — I ended up making coffee there every morning instead of hunting for cafés (though honestly, with Krakow’s coffee scene, that says something about how nice it was to just relax in the space). The windows are properly soundproofed too, which matters when you’re this close to the action.

Local Insights

Here’s something I discovered during my stay — the building’s history is fascinating, and you can actually feel it in the thick walls and high ceilings. The staff knows their stuff about the neighborhood too. They pointed me toward this little restaurant around the corner that I never would’ve found otherwise, and it ended up being one of my best meals in Poland. There’s also a small grocery store literally next door, which came in handy for picking up Polish snacks and drinks to enjoy back in the apartment.

Why Guests Love It

Look, with a 9.3 rating and that incredible location score of 9.9, this place clearly delivers on what matters most — being right where you want to be without sacrificing comfort. The combination of authentic Polish character and practical amenities hits that sweet spot where you feel like you’re experiencing real Krakow life, not just passing through as a tourist. Plus, having your own space with a kitchen means you can balance eating out at amazing Polish restaurants with quiet mornings making your own coffee while planning the day ahead. For the price point and location, it’s honestly hard to beat.

To book a hotel in Krakow during peak medieval festival season, travelers need early planning as this historic capital draws visitors eager to experience its UNESCO World Heritage old town and royal heritage.

Apartments Sobieski&Soplica Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Studio1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children
Suite2 × 1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed for 3 adults, 1 child
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Reviews of Apartments Sobieski&Soplica

  • Charmbug28 from Malta (10/10)

    Location was superb, just a few foot steps to the main square! Everything was at hand and also view of the square from the room. Plenty of shops and restaurants around. Also close to train station, and tour pick ups. We stayed there for the nye celebrations, so it was easy to enter the apartment when the kids were tired or needed to use the bathroom.

  • Malcolm from United Kingdom (10/10)

    Good location , in centre of old town square. Local to everything.

  • Gideon from United Arab Emirates (8/10)

    The location is on the main square.

  • Mark from Ireland (10/10)

    Location was perfect, host was helpful and all went well. Fabulous apartment.

  • Jane from United Kingdom (10/10)

    Excellent facilities spacious and very comfortable. Location couldn’t have been better overall amazing stay.

  • Rachel from United Kingdom (10/10)

    Stayed here recently with my husband and teenage sons. Apartment was simple and perfect. Excellent location and very clean. Water and snacks left for our arrival which was a lovely thought. Would definitely return

  • Ryan from United Kingdom (10/10)

    Great location and very clean apartment. We enjoyed our weekend here. Very helpful with any questions.

  • Ramon from United Kingdom (8/10)

    Right on main square but no noise

    Even had a washing machine

    Would recommend

  • Deian from United Kingdom (10/10)

    The apartment is in a great location. It is more than enough for a couple.

  • Ann from United States (10/10)

    Location was great. The property owner was extremely welcoming and made our stay even more special, he made us feel right at home.
    The apartment had everything we needed, even umbrellas in case of rain. 😊

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Cloth Hall: 150 m
  • Kamienica Feniks: 50 m
  • Main Market Square: 150 m
  • Kamienica Kęcowska: 40 m
  • Kamienica Cyglarowska: 100 m
  • Kamienica pod Blachą: 100 m
  • Kamienica pod Jeleniem: 10 m
  • Kamienica Ciemowiczowska: 50 m
  • Historical Museum of Krakow: 0 m
  • Kamienica pod Trzema Gwiazdami: 50 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Europejska: 0 m
  • Restaurant Bobby Burger: 0 m
  • Restaurant Pod Gruszką: 0 m

Top attractions:

  • Krakow Barbican: 600 m
  • Town Hall Tower: 250 m
  • St. Florian’s Gate: 950 m
  • Wawel Royal Castle: 950 m
  • Jan Matejko’s House: 400 m
  • Wieliczka Salt Mine: 14 km
  • Polish Aviation Museum: 4.9 km
  • Adam Mickiewicz Monument: 200 m
  • Schindler Factory Museum: 2.8 km
  • National Museum of Krakow: 1.2 km

Natural beauty:

  • Forest Bonarka: 4.6 km

Ski lifts:

  • Krakow Valley I: 31 km
  • Krakow Valley II: 31 km
  • Siepraw Ski Lift: 24 km

Public transport:

  • Train Kraków Zabłocie: 2.4 km
  • Train Krakow Central Railway Station: 1.4 km

Closest airports:

  • John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice: 15 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Dressing room

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Wellness:

  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Massage Additional charge

Transport:

  • Shuttle service Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle Additional charge

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa

Food & Drink:

  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor & View:

  • City view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Polish

Media & Technology:

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

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided

Most popular facilities:

  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building
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House Rules at Apartments Sobieski&Soplica

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 14:00 to 22:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • Until 12:00

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:

9.7

Comfort:

9.3

Location:

9.9

Free WiFi:

9.5

Facilities:

9.4

Cleanliness:

9.6

Value for money:

9.4