11 Senacka, Old Town, 31-002 Kraków, Poland
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Crystal House – LoftAffair Collection Overview

Look, I’ll be honest – when I first heard “Crystal House – LoftAffair Collection,” I was expecting some over-the-top boutique situation that would drain my wallet. But this place actually surprised me in the best way. It’s got this relaxed, almost residential vibe that makes you feel like you’re staying at a friend’s really well-designed apartment rather than another cookie-cutter hotel room.

The loft-style setup is what really sets it apart, and I mean that literally – we’re talking exposed brick, high ceilings, and these massive windows that flood the space with natural light during the day. You know what caught me off guard? The little details they got right. Like, the coffee setup isn’t just some sad single-serve machine; they’ve actually got decent beans and a proper grinder. The bathroom has this rainfall shower that honestly made my morning routine feel a bit more luxurious than usual. And the bed – well, let’s just say I slept better than I have in months. The soundproofing is surprisingly good too, which you don’t always expect from a converted building.

Here’s the thing about Crystal House: it punches way above its 3-star rating. That 8.9 rating isn’t just inflated reviews – it’s because they focus on getting the fundamentals right instead of throwing money at flashy amenities you’ll never use. The staff actually remembers your name (revolutionary concept, I know), and check-in was refreshingly straightforward. No upselling, no complicated key card explanations, just “here’s your room, let us know if you need anything.” The common areas have this lived-in comfort that makes you want to hang out with a book or your laptop, and there’s usually a good mix of business travelers and couples without it feeling chaotic. I did notice it gets a bit busier on weekends – totally expected – but even then it never felt cramped or loud. If you’re looking for a spa or a rooftop pool, this isn’t your spot, but if you want a genuinely comfortable place to sleep and recharge without the boutique hotel pretense, Crystal House nails it. Sometimes the best hotels are the ones that just let you feel at home.

Crystal House – LoftAffair Collection Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Sapphire Martini2 × 1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed for 4 adults
Moscow Mule4 × 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 6 adults
Whiskey Sour4 × 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 6 adults
Deluxe Double Studio1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed for 4 adults
Pink Rhum4 × 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 6 adults
Pina Colada4 × 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 6 adults
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Reviews of Crystal House – LoftAffair Collection

  • Swathi from Germany (9/10)

    We had a fantastic stay at this apartment in the heart of Kraków. The apartment itself was spotless, well-maintained, and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay.
    The hosts went above and beyond, offering to store our bags before check-in, which made our arrival much more convenient. They were also incredibly responsive and quick to answer any questions we had throughout our stay.

  • Mark from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Very clean, bright, great location. Had all the required essentials we required.

  • Alcorn from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Great location, apartment was spotless, everything in it we needed

  • Lisa from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Location, clean, comfortable

  • Philip from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Great location, always nice and warm considering how cold it. Apartment had everything we needed

  • Niall from Ireland (9/10)

    Fantastic location Central to everything in Kraków. Warm and very comfortable apartment in a secure location. Key codes were very helpful instead or physical keys as members of our group could come and go without having to worry about who had the keys with them

  • Roxanne from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Key code sent x easy as pie x

  • Milena from United Kingdom (8/10)

    Very easy access to the flat – instructions were clear. Top location – everything was really close – restaurants, sights, shops and there is a grocery store just next to the building. You could walk everywhere. The flat was clean & had all the amenities like towels and toiletries.

  • Antonis from Cyprus (9/10)

    Everything was great, excellent location. Three minutes from the main square. Renovated spotlessly clean.

    We had stayed in the Moscow Mule apartment three people. One of us was going to sleep on the sofa bed, which we knew all along. Although we had a great time in the apartment, I would recommend a more comfortable sofa bed in case three people book it for accommodation.

  • Amber from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Great location just a couple mins walk from main square. Luggage room just along the street so was perfect. Apartment itself was spacious, modern and clean. We had a great 4 night stay.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Planty: 3 m
  • Budynek Kina: 100 m
  • Archeological Museum: 150 m
  • Kamienica Fontanowska: 150 m
  • Kamienica pod Motylem: 200 m
  • Adam Mickiewicz Monument: 200 m
  • Zespół Klasztorny Klarysek: 200 m
  • Kamienica pod Złotą Głową: 100 m
  • Zespół Klasztorny Jezuitów: 40 m
  • Pomnik ks. P. Skargi-Pawelskiego: 100 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Kitsch: 10 m
  • Cafe/bar Sports Pub: 20 m
  • Cafe/bar Grodzka 42 Hard Rock Music: 9 m

Top attractions:

  • Cloth Hall: 550 m
  • Town Hall Tower: 500 m
  • Main Market Square: 550 m
  • St. Florian’s Gate: 1.4 km
  • Wawel Royal Castle: 400 m
  • Wieliczka Salt Mine: 12 km
  • Schindler Factory Museum: 2.7 km
  • National Museum of Krakow: 1.4 km
  • Historical Museum of Krakow: 700 m

Natural beauty:

  • Forest Bonarka: 3.8 km

Ski lifts:

  • Krakow Valley I: 33 km
  • Krakow Valley II: 33 km
  • Siepraw Ski Lift: 22 km

Public transport:

  • Train Kraków Zabłocie: 2.2 km
  • Train Krakow Central Railway Station: 1.8 km

Closest airports:

  • John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice: 16 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Stovetop
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Transport:

  • Shuttle service Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle Additional charge

Living Area:

  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Polish

Safety & security:

  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Carbon monoxide detector

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Express check-in/check-out

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building
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House Rules at Crystal House – LoftAffair Collection

Pets:

  • Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • Until 10:00

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 18

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:

9.0

Comfort:

9.1

Location:

9.7

Free WiFi:

7.1

Facilities:

9.0

Cleanliness:

9.2

Value for money:

9.0