Starowiślna 45, Old Town, 31-038 Kraków, Poland
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City Center Luxury Apartment WAWELOFTS Overview

Look, I’ll be honest – when I first saw the name “WAWELOFTS,” I had no idea what to expect. It sounds like someone mashed together “Wawel” (you know, the famous castle) with “lofts,” which is basically exactly what they did. But here’s the thing that surprised me: this place actually delivers on that promise in ways I didn’t anticipate.

The apartment sits right in the city center, and I mean *right* there – you can practically feel the pulse of the old town from your window. What struck me immediately was how they’ve managed to capture that industrial loft vibe without making it feel cold or pretentious. The space has these great high ceilings and exposed elements that give it character, but then you’ve got proper comfortable furniture and – this matters more than you’d think – really good lighting for the evenings. The kitchen is honestly better equipped than mine at home, which was a relief since eating out every meal gets expensive fast. I actually found myself cooking breakfast most mornings just because I could, and there’s something satisfying about making coffee in a proper space rather than dealing with those tiny hotel room setups.

The location is where this place really shines, though honestly, it’s also where you need to set expectations right. You’re in the thick of things, which means weekends can get a bit lively – not obnoxiously loud, but you’ll definitely hear the city humming below. During the week it’s much quieter, and I actually loved falling asleep to the gentle sounds of people walking home from dinner. The rating sits at 8.0, and that feels about right to me – it’s not trying to be a five-star hotel experience, but for what it is (a well-designed apartment rental), it punches above its weight class. Check-in was surprisingly smooth, and the host clearly knows their stuff about the neighborhood. They gave me actual useful recommendations, not just the tourist trap suggestions you usually get. One small thing that bugged me: the shower pressure could be better, and the Wi-Fi occasionally hiccupped during video calls, but honestly, those are minor complaints. What I really appreciated was having space to spread out after long days of walking around – there’s something about having a proper living area that makes you feel less like a tourist and more like you’re actually experiencing the city. If you’re the type who likes to have a home base rather than just a place to crash, and you want to be walking distance from everything that matters, this spot makes a lot of sense.

Hotel in Krakow booking should be done early, especially during summer season when the city hosts internationally acclaimed cultural festivals and medieval celebrations.

City Center Luxury Apartment WAWELOFTS Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Duplex Apartment2 × 1 large double bed and 1 futon bed for 4 adults
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Reviews of City Center Luxury Apartment WAWELOFTS

  • Diana from Switzerland (8/10)

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Planty: 600 m
  • Mykwa Wielka: 200 m
  • Synagoga Deichesa: 200 m
  • Planty Daszyńskiego: 750 m
  • Galicia Jewish Museum: 500 m
  • Zespół Synagogi Starej: 450 m
  • Zespół Collegium Medicum: 550 m
  • Fabryka Stolarska Steinbergów: 500 m
  • Zespół Klasztorny ss. Urszulanek: 550 m
  • Pomnik w 50. Rocznicę Wydarzeń 1936: 750 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant012 Pizza: 50 m
  • Restaurant Da Silvano: 50 m
  • Restaurant Parampara Indian Cuisine & Culture: 20 m

Top attractions:

  • Cloth Hall: 1.1 km
  • Town Hall Tower: 1.1 km
  • Main Market Square: 1.1 km
  • St. Florian’s Gate: 1.7 km
  • Wawel Royal Castle: 1.1 km
  • Wieliczka Salt Mine: 11 km
  • Adam Mickiewicz Monument: 1 km
  • Schindler Factory Museum: 1.6 km
  • National Museum of Krakow: 2.1 km
  • Historical Museum of Krakow: 1.3 km

Natural beauty:

  • Forest Bonarka: 3.6 km

Ski lifts:

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

Public transport:

  • Train Kraków Zabłocie: 1.2 km
  • Train Krakow Central Railway Station: 2 km

Closest airports:

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

Facilities

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area

Accessibility:

  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout

Outdoor & View:

  • City view

Room Amenities:

  • Soundproofing
  • Heating
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Polish

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Most popular facilities:

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building
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House Rules at City Center Luxury Apartment WAWELOFTS

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 16:00 to 22:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • From 00:00 to 10:00

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:

7.5

Comfort:

7.5

Location:

7.5

Facilities:

7.5

Cleanliness:

7.5

Value for money:

7.5