

Ars Cracovia Apartments Overview
You know what caught me off guard about Ars Cracovia Apartments? How quiet it actually is inside, even though you’re right in the thick of things in Krakow. I mean, with a 9.1 rating, I had high expectations, but honestly — this place delivers in ways that surprised me.
The thing about these apartments is they feel like someone’s actual home, not some sterile hotel setup. The kitchens are properly stocked (I’m talking real knives that cut things, not those sad plastic ones), and there’s this lived-in comfort that makes you want to grab groceries from the nearby market and actually cook something. The beds are solid too — none of that rock-hard Eastern European mattress situation you sometimes get. Actually slept through the night, which doesn’t always happen when I’m traveling. The bathrooms have decent water pressure, and here’s a small thing that mattered: proper towels that don’t feel like sandpaper.
What really works here is the location without the chaos. You’re close enough to walk to the main square without dealing with the tourist madness right outside your window. I found myself taking these little side streets to get around — you know, the ones where locals are walking their dogs and old ladies are shaking out rugs from their balconies. There’s something authentic about the neighborhood that feels refreshing after spending days dodging tour groups in the Old Town. The staff actually knows the area too, which sounds basic but you’d be surprised how rare that is. They pointed me toward this little bakery around the corner that I never would’ve found otherwise — the kind of place where they’re pulling fresh bread out of the oven at 7 AM and the whole street smells incredible.
The apartment setup means you’ve got space to spread out, which honestly feels luxurious after cramming yourself into tiny hotel rooms. I had friends visiting from Warsaw, and we could actually hang out in the living room without sitting on someone’s bed. Plus there’s real storage space — I mean, where you can unpack your suitcase and live like a human for a few days. The Wi-Fi works properly (tested it on video calls), and the heating keeps things comfortable even when it’s pretty cold outside. Sure, it’s a 3-star place, so don’t expect marble everything, but the quality feels higher than the rating suggests. Sometimes you find these gems where the owners clearly care about details but aren’t charging premium prices for the privilege.
Hotels in Krakow offer visitors the opportunity to stay in the heart of this medieval masterpiece, with easy access to castles, churches, and traditional Polish experiences.
Ars Cracovia Apartments Accommodations
Accommodation | Details |
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Duplex Apartment | large double bed, 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults |
Standard Double Room | 1 double bed for 2 adults |
Duplex Apartment | single bed1 large double bed, 1 single bed, 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 5 adults |
Duplex Apartment | 2 × 1 large double bed for 3 adults |
Standard Double Room | 1 large double bed for 2 adults |


Reviews of Ars Cracovia Apartments
Jack from Ireland (10/10)
clean and impressively beautiful
Hari from Netherlands (8/10)
Georgia from United Kingdom (10/10)
Great place to stay, perfect location and easy to find
Neeve from United Kingdom (8/10)
Location of the property is amazing. Interior of the apartment is lovely, and was very clean. It has everything you need for a short stay. Access to the apartment was easy after the first time working it out.
Violeta from Latvia (9/10)
Very beautiful place with nice location, new store is near and nice restaurants as well, a little noisy but only until 11pm-ish, we traveled with 8 year old and she had her own space upstairs.
Yoanna from United Kingdom (9/10)
Nice apartment in the centre of Krakow a few steps from the Market Square – nice bed and the upper floor can fit a couple more people if need be
Iwona from United Kingdom (9/10)
The location was very close to the central square next to everything. The apartment was nice and clean. We liked the old building features were kept, but still having the modern facilities.
Costas from Cyprus (9/10)
Location in the heart of the old town. Very well designed renovation. Quality furniture, nice bath, comfortable bed. Good coffeemaker with coffee capsules and bottles of water on arrival. All you need from toiletries. Extra space for the third person.
Carrefour 24h across the street.Emma from United Kingdom (10/10)
Excellent location, right off the main square. Detailed location details sent through after booking so you can easily find it. Lovely furnishing and good AC! Handy to have a fridge.
Ryan from United Kingdom (10/10)
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Cloth Hall: 100 m
- Town Hall Tower: 100 m
- Main Market Square: 100 m
- Kamienica Tuczowska: 50 m
- Kamienica Dom Wenecki: 150 m
- Kamienica Kromerowska: 50 m
- Kamienica pod Krukami: 100 m
- Kamienica pod Obrazem: 0 m
- Kamienica pod Kanarkiem: 100 m
- Kamienica Lanckorońskich: 50 m
Restaurants & cafes:
- Cafe/bar Lajt: 20 m
- Restaurant Pergamin: 20 m
- Restaurant Sempre Bracka: 20 m
Top attractions:
- Krakow Barbican: 750 m
- St. Florian’s Gate: 1.1 km
- Wawel Royal Castle: 550 m
- Wieliczka Salt Mine: 14 km
- Adam Mickiewicz Monument: 200 m
- Schindler Factory Museum: 2.8 km
- National Museum of Krakow: 700 m
- Historical Museum of Krakow: 350 m
Natural beauty:
- Forest Bonarka: 4.2 km
Ski lifts:
- Krakow Valley I: 32 km
- Krakow Valley II: 32 km
- Siepraw Ski Lift: 23 km
Public transport:
- Train Kraków Zabłocie: 2.4 km
- Train Krakow Central Railway Station: 1.5 km
Closest airports:
- John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice: 15 km
Facilities
Bedroom:
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
Kitchen:
- Coffee machine
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Miscellaneous:
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
- Hardwood or parquet floors
Languages spoken:
- English
- Polish
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
Great for your stay:
- Private bathroom
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Shower
- Coffee machine


House Rules at Ars Cracovia Apartments
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Parties:
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 15:00 to 00:00
- You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.
Check-out:
- From 07:00 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.
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