Cracow Apartaments

Cracow Apartaments Overview

First Impressions

Walking into Cracow Apartaments feels like discovering a well-kept secret in one of Krakow’s most coveted neighborhoods. This three-star property sits quietly on Zygmunta Krasińskiego street in Zwierzyniec, and honestly — the location alone makes it worth considering. You’re not dealing with tourist crowds here, but you’re still close enough to everything that matters. The neighborhood strikes a perfect balance between peaceful residential charm and convenient access to major attractions. The building itself showcases traditional Polish architecture with modern renovations that preserve the authentic character while providing contemporary comfort.

The Zwierzyniec Advantage

Here’s what makes this spot special — Zwierzyniec is where locals actually want to live, which tells you something important about the area. You’ll find yourself walking tree-lined streets that feel more residential than touristy, but the Old Town is just a pleasant stroll away. The area has this authentic Polish neighborhood vibe that you miss when you’re staying right in the historic center. Couples particularly appreciate the location, with ratings reflecting genuine satisfaction about the peaceful yet accessible setting. The district offers numerous parks, traditional markets, and family-owned shops that give you a real taste of everyday Krakow life.

The Apartment Experience

What sets this place apart is that you’re getting an actual apartment rather than just a hotel room. There’s something refreshing about having your own space with a proper kitchen setup — especially when you want to grab some local groceries and make coffee the way you like it. The apartments feel lived-in rather than sterile, which works perfectly if you’re planning to stay more than just a night or two. This setup allows you to spread out your belongings and settle in comfortably without feeling cramped or temporary. Each unit features separate living areas, comfortable bedding, and thoughtful amenities that make extended stays particularly enjoyable.

Local Insights

The property’s location score reflects genuine advantages when you’re walking around the neighborhood. You’re close enough to Wawel Castle that you can see it, but far enough that you’re not dealing with tour groups at dawn. The Vistula River is right there for morning walks, and some of the best cafes in Krakow are tucked away in this neighborhood. There’s this little restaurant called Szara Gęś nearby that locals frequent — the kind of place you’d never find if you were staying in the main tourist zone. The area also provides easy access to public transportation, making day trips to other parts of the city incredibly straightforward.

Why Guests Love It

With a 9.3 rating, people are clearly onto something here. I think it comes down to getting more space and authenticity for your money while still being perfectly positioned to explore the city. The apartment setup means you can actually unpack and settle in, which changes the whole travel experience — especially for longer stays. Parking in this area is manageable too, which anyone who’s driven in Krakow will appreciate. It’s one of those places where you feel like you’re living in the city rather than just visiting it. The combination of residential comfort and tourist accessibility creates an ideal base for experiencing Krakow like a local while maintaining easy access to all major attractions.

Cracow Apartaments Accommodations

Reviews of Cracow Apartaments

• Rea from Poland (10/10)

  The room is very clean and comfortable. It is very near Vistula River and Wawel castle. We have a nice view from our window. It is a bus away from old town, airport and train station. Gabriella is a very detailed, kind, and went beyond extra miles to cater our needs, she is exceptional. She even have baby bottled water ☺️

• Federica from Italy (10/10)

  The owner Gabriela was super kind and helpful, she allowed us to leave our luggage in the building after check-out for almost a whole day. The building is in a perfect location to visit the center and also the Jewish quarter, our apartment had a wonderful view of the city castle.
  Self check-in was very convenient, I would gladly return.

• Chantelle from United Kingdom (10/10)

  Perfect for 3 of us to stay for a week. 12min walk to the main square. Right on the river bank, views of the river & Wawel castle (10min walk)
  Supermarket across the road & tram stop outside!
  There is traffic outside but we can sleep through this so no concern. Host very communicative, perfect.

• Shvets from Poland (9/10)

  Perfect location. Very clean and we had everything we needed. Hostess was very helpful and friendly. We were allowed to check in at 12-00 which was very good for us. Reproduction of Kandinsky's painting on the wall 🙂 In fact, our stay here was very pleasant.Thank you

• Adam from Czech Republic (9/10)

  Close to the city centre (especially Wavel). Clean, great communication with host.

• Rea from Poland (10/10)

  It is beautiful and complete. It has everything we need and very close to everything. Old town is just 10-15 min walk, just outside the hotel is the vistula river, cracow eye and wawel castle. Transportation is very accesible outside the hotel is a bus stop. You will never get lost. Bolt is just more or less 10zl only.

• Sohini from Germany (9/10)

  I like the convenience of accessing the property. The host was very prompt with her response. The room has all the necessary things you need for a short stay. It was clean. It has air conditioner.

• Ameer from Serbia (9/10)

  The location is so great that many bus stops are near .you can catch a bus for the salt mine,centre and airport from the place
  The staff are professional they super fast in response.

• Evgeny from Russia (8/10)

  Great location, good value for money, perfect communication, easy access even with check-in off hours.

• Rhiannon from Australia (10/10)

  Great quiet location, super close to old town and a little walk to the old Jewish quarter. Check in was easy, more than enough facilities also! Highly recommend for a stay in Krakow!

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