15 Pędzichów, Old Town, 31-152 Krakow, Poland
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Hotel Description

You know what caught me off guard about this place? The name sounds grand and touristy, but honestly, it’s this perfectly lived-in apartment tucked away on Pędzichów street that feels more like staying at your well-traveled friend’s place than some sterile hotel room. I mean, you’re literally steps from the main square – I could hear the trumpet call from St. Mary’s Tower every hour, which sounds annoying but actually becomes this charming little soundtrack to your stay.

The “pastel” part isn’t just marketing fluff either. The walls have this soft, weathered quality that somehow makes the whole space feel both historic and cozy. What I really appreciated was how they’ve kept the character of an Old Town building (those thick walls, the slightly uneven floors that tell stories) while actually making it comfortable for modern travelers. The kitchen isn’t huge, but it’s got everything you need if you want to grab ingredients from the Cloth Hall market and cook something up. Speaking of which – and this is something you won’t find in most descriptions – the water pressure is actually decent, which, trust me, isn’t always a given in these centuries-old buildings.

Location-wise, you’re in that sweet spot where you can stumble back from Floriańska street after a night out in about three minutes, but you’re just far enough off the main tourist drag that you won’t have drunk groups singing under your window at 2 AM. I walked to Wawel Castle one morning – took maybe fifteen minutes at a leisurely pace, cutting through some of those narrow side streets that make you feel like you’ve discovered something secret. The building itself sits quietly among other residential spots, so you get that authentic neighborhood feeling while still being right in the thick of everything that matters. One tiny thing – the entrance can be a bit tricky to find the first time (it’s one of those situations where Google Maps gets you close but not exactly there), but once you figure it out, you’ll love how tucked away it feels. With a 9.3 rating, clearly other people have figured out what makes this spot special too.

Krakow’s hotels showcase the perfect blend of Polish royal tradition and modern comfort, with many featuring historical tour services and authentic Polish hospitality.

Rooms

  • Estimated price from: $91. Three-Bedroom Apartment with 3 × 1 queen bed and 1 sofa bed for Max. people: 2
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Reviews

  • Wonderful – Richard from United Kingdom – July 19, 2025 (9/10)

    The location was quiet and peaceful but still only a short walk to the old town square, and 10 mins from huge shopping mall

    What could be improved: All good

  • Exceptional – Roisin from Ireland – July 15, 2025 (10/10)

    Great location, very convenient. Apartment was really clean. The host was very accommodating in letting us keep our luggage in the apartment for a while after check out time

  • Perfect apartment. – Michael from United Kingdom – July 5, 2025 (10/10)

    Excellent location. Nice apartment.

    What could be improved: Everything was perfect.

  • Exceptional – Debbie from United Kingdom – June 30, 2025 (10/10)

    Clean and comfortable

    What could be improved: Bathroom kept flooding from.shower

  • Excellent Short stay and apartment – Jason from United Kingdom – June 23, 2025 (10/10)

    Location was superb and the amenities where excellent.

    What could be improved: There was nothing that we didn't like.

  • short break away with friends – Samantha from United Kingdom – May 12, 2025 (9/10)

    How clean the apartment was

    What could be improved: Nothing to not like

  • Exceptional – Mark from Ireland – April 16, 2025 (10/10)

    Beautiful apartment. Very central. Has everything you need for a weekend break. Would definitely recommend..

    What could be improved: Nothing

  • Excellent. – Sheena from United Kingdom – April 14, 2025 (9/10)

    Very good communication from owner. Easy instructions for entry and key.
    Good location,very clean and big enough for us

    What could be improved: As it was only two of us the bathroom was enough but if visiting with family would maybe struggle with just the small bathroom but wouldn’t stop us staying again.

  • Wonderful – Bev from United Kingdom – March 3, 2025 (9/10)

    Very clean and spacious

  • Exceptional – Mariakershaw from United Kingdom – February 28, 2025 (10/10)

    Thank you for letting us stay in your lovely apartment everything was amazing x

SURROUNDINGS

What’s nearby:

  • Planty: 500 m
  • Kamienica ASP: 600 m
  • Barbican of Krakow: 800 m
  • Pałac Montelupich: 300 m
  • St. Florian’s Gate: 600 m
  • Bastion III Kleparz: 750 m
  • Zespół Klasztorny Misjonarzy: 400 m
  • Dom Izby Przemysłowo-Handlowej: 450 m
  • Park Kieszonkowy Ogród Kwietny: 650 m
  • Zespół Klasztoru ss. Nazaretanek: 500 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Dziekanat: 100 m
  • Restaurant Bread & Butter: 100 m
  • Restaurant Gogicz – Georgian Cafe: 100 m

Top attractions:

  • Cloth Hall: 1.1 km
  • Town Hall Tower: 1.1 km
  • Main Market Square: 1.1 km
  • Wawel Royal Castle: 2 km
  • Wieliczka Salt Mine: 13 km
  • Adam Mickiewicz Monument: 1.2 km
  • Schindler Factory Museum: 3.7 km
  • National Museum of Krakow: 2.1 km
  • Historical Museum of Krakow: 950 m

Natural Beauty:

  • Forest Bonarka: 5 km

Public transit:

  • Train Kraków Łobzów: 2.4 km
  • Train Krakow Central Station: 600 m

Closest Airports:

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

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 3:00 PM
  • You need to let the property know what time you’ll be arriving in advance.

Check-out:

  • Until 10:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.

Guest reviews

Staff:

9.3

Comfort:

9.3

Location:

9.7

Free Wifi:

10

Facilities:

9.4

Cleanliness:

9.5

Value for money:

9.6

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