Apartments 17 Szewska

Apartments 17 Szewska Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to Apartments 17 Szewska, you immediately understand why this three-star property scores so incredibly well with guests. The building sits right on one of Krakow’s most charming cobblestone streets in the Old Town, and honestly, the location alone makes you feel like you’ve stepped into a medieval fairy tale. The entrance has that understated Polish elegance — nothing flashy, but you can tell someone cares about the details. I mean, when couples are rating the location 9.9 out of 10, you know you’re onto something special here.

Location & Neighborhood

Here’s what actually matters about staying at Apartments 17 Szewska — you’re literally in the heart of everything that makes Krakow magical. Szewska Street connects you directly to the Main Market Square in just a two-minute walk, which means you can stumble back to your room after exploring the nightlife without any hassle. The street itself is lined with these gorgeous historic buildings, and you’ll find yourself on the same cobblestones that merchants walked centuries ago. What I love is that it’s central enough to reach everything on foot, but just off the main tourist drag so you’re not dealing with constant crowds right outside your window.

The Apartments

The rooms at Apartments 17 Szewska feel more like staying in a friend’s well-appointed city flat than a typical hotel. Each apartment has its own character — some with exposed brick walls, others with those high ceilings you only find in old European buildings. The kitchenettes are actually functional (not just for show), which is perfect if you want to grab fresh bread from the morning market and make coffee the way you like it. The furnishings strike that sweet spot between modern comfort and respecting the building’s historic bones, and you’ll appreciate the attention to things like proper lighting and comfortable seating areas.

Breakfast & Amenities

The breakfast setup here is refreshingly practical — they offer both a continental spread and breakfast to go, which honestly makes perfect sense for a place like this. If you want to grab something quick and head out to beat the crowds at Wawel Castle, the to-go option is clutch. The continental breakfast has all the Polish staples you’d hope for, plus enough international options that picky eaters won’t go hungry. What you won’t find are elaborate amenities or a fancy lobby — this isn’t that kind of place, and that’s actually part of its charm.

Why Guests Love It

People keep coming back to Apartments 17 Szewska because it delivers exactly what you want from a Krakow stay without any pretense. The location score of 9.8 isn’t just a number — it reflects the reality that you can walk to St. Mary’s Basilica, duck into milk bars for cheap pierogi, and explore the Jewish Quarter all without needing transportation. The staff understands that travelers want local recommendations, not just tourist trap suggestions, and they’ll point you toward the best zapiekanka stand or tell you which day to hit the antique markets. It’s the kind of place where the value becomes obvious once you’re actually there, walking those medieval streets and coming home to a comfortable, well-located base that feels authentically Krakow.

Apartments 17 Szewska Accommodations

Reviews of Apartments 17 Szewska

• Ting-ting from Vietnam (9/10)

  Great location – in the middle of the old town and close to everything! Very safe and clean apartment. Had everything we needed!

• Aoife from Ireland (9/10)

  Fantastic location, clean, easy access. Perfect for a city break where your on the go all day

• Ανδρεας from Greece (9/10)

  Good location ,easy communication

• Katie from United Kingdom (9/10)

  The location was fantastic, it’s in the middle of old town near the square and about a 25 minute walk to the Jewish district. The room was clean and warm, couldn’t fault it. The host also kindly left us a bottle of wine as the trip was booked for our anniversary. Thank you very much.

• Caragh from Ireland (9/10)

  The apartment was in an excellent location, right in the heart of the Old Town just off of the Main Square. It was very clean and the shower was powerful. The beds were very comfortable and the room was a decent size for two people. It is also handy to have the kitchenette available in each room in case you want to save on eating out. Check in and check out were simple as the apartments use codes instead of keys, which suited us well as we had a late arrival and a very early departure. Overall the apartment was excellent value for money and I would recommend it to anyone visiting Kraków.

• John from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Location and comfort

• Emma from United Kingdom (9/10)

  These apartments are lovely! Really enjoyed our stay, the room was spacious and the beds were so comfy. Great place to stay and will definitely book again.

• Vasileios from Greece (8/10)

  The apartments are in the center of Krakow literally right next to everything. Super markers, bars, cafes, restaurants and all the must see amusements of Krakow are only 5 minutes away. The room was clean and very warm.

• Aleksander from Poland (8/10)

  The apartment in the very center of Kraków's Old Town (a location not for people coming by car). There are a dozen flats for rent in the building, I slept at the very top – you have to walk through the outside terrace to enter the room. Room spacious, comfortable and very clean. There is a fully equipped kitchen in the apartment, but breakfast can be also ordered to the room – it is waiting at the door in the morning around 7 a.m. Overall, it is good value for money.

• Alexandra from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Perfect location

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