GREEN APARTMENTS #Nowy Square, Kazimierz district

GREEN APARTMENTS #Nowy Square, Kazimierz district Overview

Look, I’ll be honest – when I first heard “Green Apartments” I was expecting some sort of eco-warrior hostel with composting toilets and hemp bedsheets. But this place on Nowy Square is actually something quite different, and honestly, way better than I anticipated. You’re right in the thick of Kazimierz, which means you can stumble out your door and be at Plac Nowy’s famous zapiekanka stands in about thirty seconds (trust me, I timed it after a few drinks). The building itself has that pre-war Krakow charm – you know, the kind with thick walls that actually keep street noise out, unlike some of those converted communist-era blocks you’ll find elsewhere.

What really surprised me was how quiet it gets at night, considering you’re literally on the square. I mean, yeah, there’s some buzz from the bars and restaurants below during weekend evenings, but it’s more of a gentle hum than the chaos you might expect. The apartments themselves feel properly lived-in rather than sterile – there’s decent WiFi (I worked from there for a week without wanting to throw my laptop out the window), and the kitchens are actually functional, not just for show. You’ll find real pans, not just one sad saucepan that’s been abused by a thousand previous guests. The whole setup works well if you’re planning to stay more than just a quick weekend – I picked up groceries at the little market on Szeroka Street and actually cooked dinner instead of eating out every night, which honestly saved my wallet and my stomach.

Here’s the thing about the location that booking sites won’t tell you – you’re close enough to walk everywhere that matters in about fifteen minutes, but far enough from the main tourist drag that you’re not fighting crowds just to grab coffee in the morning. The synagogues and museums are right there when you want culture, but you can also just sit in the square with a book and watch local life happen. Parking’s a bit of a nightmare, like anywhere in Kazimierz, so if you’re driving, prepare to park a few blocks away and walk. But really, once you’re settled in, you won’t want to move the car anyway. The 9.2 rating makes sense to me – it’s not luxury, but it’s exactly what you want when you’re trying to actually experience Krakow rather than just tick tourist boxes. It feels like borrowing a friend’s apartment, if your friend happened to have excellent taste and lived in one of the city’s most interesting neighborhoods.

GREEN APARTMENTS #Nowy Square, Kazimierz district Accommodations

Reviews of GREEN APARTMENTS #Nowy Square, Kazimierz district

• Robert from Germany (10/10)

  – Lovely location, directly in the city center, just look out of the window 🙂
  – Very stylish interior design
  – Equipped with all you need – coffee machine, TV, all sorts of kitchen equipment, lots of towels
  – Many huge beds
  – Worth the price!

• Rebecca from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Very well equipped, comfortable, good location.

• Nicola from United Kingdom (10/10)

  The property was in the perfect location and we had everything we needed.

• Jonathan from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Very clean and comfortable property in a buzzing location, perfect for exploring Krakow especially for those liking more alternative shops and bars.

• Hayley from United Kingdom (10/10)

  The property was situated in the beautiful Jewish quarter, which meant we had a lot of experiences and places to eat on our doorstep step. The property was beautiful set up and very clean.

• Adam from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Fantastic location

• Gabriella from Malta (10/10)

  The amenities in the apartment were excellent. The hose even provided, tea, coffee and milk for our stay ☺️

• Casey from United States (10/10)

  Clean, great location.

• Emma from United Kingdom (10/10)

  The property is in a perfect location, very short distance to the old town and into podgórze! Ewa was very efficient and even stored my luggage for me to explore on the last day! the double gate make you feel extra secure, especially as a solo traveller!

• Becky from United Kingdom (10/10)

  great apartment. really central location.

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