Elegant Apartment Luminis in Krakow’s Old City

Hotel Description

Honestly, I wasn’t expecting much when I first walked up to 2 Tenczyńska – it’s tucked away on this narrow cobblestone street that most tourists probably rush past on their way to the main square. But stepping into Elegant Apartment Luminis was like discovering someone’s incredibly stylish secret hideaway right in the heart of Old Town.

The thing about staying in Krakow’s historic center is that you’re usually dealing with ancient plumbing and paper-thin walls, but somehow this place manages to feel both authentically old-world and surprisingly modern. The apartment itself has these gorgeous high ceilings and original architectural details that remind you you’re sleeping in a building with serious history, but then you notice little touches like the perfectly calibrated lighting (hence the “Luminis” name, I’m guessing) and a kitchen that’s actually functional – not just some sad mini-fridge situation. I mean, the coffee machine alone probably cost more than most hotels spend on their entire breakfast setup. You know what really sold me though? The windows. They’re these massive things that flood the space with light during the day, and at night you can hear just enough of the Old Town’s evening bustle to feel connected to the city without being kept awake by drunk tourists stumbling back from Szewska Street.

The location is honestly perfect if you want to feel like a local but still be walking distance from everything touristy. You’re literally a two-minute stroll from Planty Park – that green ring around the old city that locals use for their morning jogs – and maybe five minutes from Floriańska Gate if you want to dive into the tourist chaos of the main square. But here’s the thing most people don’t realize: being on Tenczyńska means you’re close enough to Kazimierz (the old Jewish quarter) that you can easily walk there for dinner instead of fighting the crowds in the market square. Plus, there’s this little grocery store around the corner that stays open late, which saved me more than once when I needed wine or forgot to grab breakfast supplies. The building itself is quiet – I think because it’s mostly residential rather than packed with tour groups – and check-in was refreshingly simple. No standing in a lobby behind families with seventeen suitcases, just straightforward key exchange and genuine recommendations about where to eat. After staying in my share of “historic charm” places that turned out to be cramped and overpriced, finding somewhere that delivers on both style and substance (and earns that 9.4 rating honestly) felt like winning the accommodation lottery.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $99. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 full bed for Max. people: 2

Reviews

• A very comfortable apartment and good place to stay – Huw from United Kingdom – March 22, 2025 (9/10)

  Good location near to both the Old Town and Wawel castle/ river
  
  What could be improved: Nothing – all good A

• Exceptional – Olivier from France – July 28, 2024 (10/10)

  Elegant indeed, very clean, very comfortable, great situation, and even better than i expected. Just perfect for 2 people in Crakow, for a very reasonable price.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• A beautiful space to relax and from which to explore the lovely city of krakow – Marion from United Kingdom – April 17, 2024 (10/10)

  Really lovely apartment in a great location. The apartment was very clean and well equipped.
  
  What could be improved: We liked everything – however a bigger sofa or an extra armchair would make it more comfortable for two people

• November 2023 – Samantha from United Kingdom – November 20, 2023 (10/10)

  The apartment was in such a great location, easily accessible to old town.
  
  The apartment was perfect, comfortable, warm and clean.
  
  The host Ewa was incredibly helpful and made our stay perfect.
  
  Thank you!

• Great place to relax after exploring Krakow – Anna from Poland – July 22, 2023 (10/10)

  Designer space – high quality equipment – luxurious shower – comfortable bed with linen sheets – air conditioning – blinds that actually black out the room – cozy lightning – safe and reliable doors and locks – wooden floor – great location (cafes, shops nearby) – extremely clean! – the apartment looks even better than the pictures!!!
  
  What could be improved: No iron board

• There was nothing not too like. Thank you x – Simone from United Kingdom – May 16, 2023 (10/10)

  Location was excellent, close enough to the Main Square giving great access to everything.

• Everything I could have asked for at the price, including a great location – Thomas from United States – March 15, 2023 (10/10)

  beautiful and modern with all the amenities I needed

• A hidden gem – Anna from Belgium – March 12, 2023 (10/10)

  This is a wonderful place. Very calm, stylish, and comfortable. The host was very helpful. I would like to come back.
  
  What could be improved: Everything was perfect in the apartment.

• Exceptional – Porter from Poland – January 10, 2023 (10/10)

  Perfect location, easy access, clean, nice layout.

• Fully recommendable! – Roksana from Spain – September 13, 2022 (9/10)

  We had a great time at Luminis old town! There was enough space for all our things (loved the lighted wardrobe!), the bed was very comfortable and the textile jealousies kept the light away well for a good night rest. The shower was nice, with good pressure & freebies The area was quiet in spite of being very close to the city centre. We keep it as a favourite and we would definitely stay again!
  
  What could be improved: Nothing major, an ice box in the fridge to make cubes would be handy & maybe a bigger sofa (it is a 2 seater).

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