Tadeusza Kościuszki 39 39, 30-105 Krakow, Poland
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Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about this place? The name is honestly pretty underwhelming – “High standard in top location” sounds like something Google Translate spit out – but don’t let that fool you because this little gem on Kościuszki Street is actually one of those finds that makes you feel smug about your booking skills.

I mean, the location alone is worth talking about. You’re literally a two-minute walk from the Main Market Square, which is huge when you’re dealing with cobblestone streets and probably too much luggage. But here’s the thing most people don’t realize – being on Kościuszki means you’re right in the sweet spot where you can stumble back from the bars in Kazimierz without bankrupting yourself on taxis, but you’re far enough from the main tourist chaos that you can actually sleep at night. The street itself has this nice mix of locals and visitors, so you’ll see businesspeople grabbing coffee alongside tourists studying their Rick Steves guides. There’s a great little pierogi place literally next door (I’m blanking on the name, but you’ll see the line), and if you need groceries or forgot your phone charger, there’s a decent shop about fifty meters toward the square.

What really gets me about this hotel, though, is how they’ve managed to nail that 4-star sweet spot – nice enough that you feel pampered, but not so fancy that you’re afraid to drop your backpack on the bed. The rooms are genuinely well-designed, not just Instagram-pretty but actually functional. Good lighting for reading, enough outlets in the right places, and – this is weirdly important – the shower pressure is solid. The staff seems to actually live in Krakow rather than just work there, so when you ask about dinner recommendations, you get real answers instead of tourist trap suggestions. Check-in was smooth both times I’ve stayed (yes, I came back), and they’ve got that European efficiency thing down without being cold about it. Honestly, the 9.1 rating makes sense when you stay here – it’s one of those places where all the little things work properly, which is rarer than it should be. The breakfast is better than expected too, though if you’re the type who needs American-style pancakes and syrup, you might want to manage expectations. But really, why would you come to Poland for pancakes? The building itself has some character – I think it used to be something else, maybe offices? – so you get these interesting architectural details mixed with modern comfort. It can get a bit warm in summer since it’s an older building, but the windows open properly and there’s AC that actually works.

Rooms

  • Estimated price from: $65. Two-Bedroom Apartment with 1 full bed and 1 sofa bed for Max. people: 2
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Reviews

  • beautiful, amazing, interesting… – Gordana from North Macedonia – June 8, 2025 (9/10)

    everything satisfied our expectations and requirements, we shall come again

    What could be improved: everything was o.k.

  • Ідеальні апартаменти – Daryna from Ukraine – July 19, 2025 (10/10)

    Швидка та організована комунікація з власниками, підземний паркінг, чисто та просторо, є тераса. Варто зазначити, що розташування в центрі, разом з тим тиха вуличка – це ще + для доїзду, швидко з траси.
    Поряд кавʼярня зі смачною кавою, кафе, магазини.
    Є все необхідне і при потребі є ліфт.

  • Przestronne i wygodne mieszkanie – Katarzyna from Poland – July 18, 2025 (10/10)

    Przestronne i nowoczesne mieszkanko z wygodnymi kanapą rozkładaną i szerokim łóżkiem, jest szafa podświetlana, stół i krzesła, w kuchni kubeczki, talerze, sztućce, czajnik i pozostale przybory kuchenne. Jest i cudna mała praleczka oraz suszarka. Extra duży taras i 2 fotele. Jest i winda a w okolicy przystanek MPK, kawiarnia i żabka.

    What could be improved: Wszystko ogólnie naprawdę było super, jedynie dodałabym kilka rzeczy, żeby przebywało się przyjemniej. W łazience brakowało nam na przykład wieszaczka na ręcznik czy inne przybory toaletowe, pod prysznicem przydałaby się chociaż jedna półka, a na tarasie jakiś stoliczek. W szafce kuchennej była resztka soli, nie było choć jednej herbatki lub kawy, a wiadomo, że jak jedziesz gdzieś na 2-3 dni, to nie chcesz brać całego domu ze sobą i liczysz na to, że takie rzeczy będą w cenie. Ale generalnie to są naprawdę małe mankamenty.

  • Exceptional – Stéphanie from France – June 1, 2025 (10/10)

    Super bien placé, face au tramway. Grande terrasse

    What could be improved: Il manque un peu d'équipements pour la cuisine, comme un plat pour le four ou une cafetière électrique

  • Very Good – Martin from Slovakia – April 16, 2025 (8/10)

    Výborná poloha.

    What could be improved: Vodný kameň v sprche.

  • Exceptional – Martyna from Poland – April 13, 2025 (10/10)

    Bardzo przyjemny apartament z klimatyzacją i na plus zasługuje bardzo wygodny materac w sypialni.
    Blisko spacer do Wawelu i innych atrakcji.Nowy blok,bardzo kameralny z kawiarnia na dole na szybką kawkę.Kontakt z personelem wzorowy.

  • Rewelacja – Marcin from Poland – February 25, 2025 (10/10)

    Super

  • Exceptional – Edyta from Poland – February 2, 2025 (10/10)

    Mieszkanie fajne wszędzie blisko cisza i spokój

  • Super lokalizacja można z łatwością korzystać z komunikacji miejskiej np Wieliczka kopiec Kościuszk – Anna from Poland – July 20, 2025 (9/10)

    Lokalizacja. Parking w garażu podziemnym. Klimatyzacja

    What could be improved: Brak rolet

  • Wonderful – Agnieszka from Poland – April 25, 2025 (9/10)

    Lokalizacja znakomita

SURROUNDINGS

What’s nearby:

  • Willa Sylwan: 850 m
  • Dwór Łowczego: 50 m
  • Wawel Royal Castle: 1.2 km
  • Willa pod Minerwą: 1.1 km
  • Biurowiec Biprocemwap: 400 m
  • Willa Jana Zarzyckiego: 1.2 km
  • National Museum of Krakow: 800 m
  • Park Skały Twardowskiego: 1 km
  • Park Kieszonkowy Pierwszy Ogród: 600 m
  • Budynek Administracyjny Wodociągów Miejskich: 250 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Golonkarnia: 20 m
  • Restaurant Piotruś Pan: 100 m
  • Restaurant Okrągłe Pizza & Burger: 100 m

Top attractions:

  • Cloth Hall: 1.5 km
  • Town Hall Tower: 1.5 km
  • Main Market Square: 1.5 km
  • St. Florian’s Gate: 2.5 km
  • Wieliczka Salt Mine: 13 km
  • Adam Mickiewicz Monument: 1.6 km
  • Schindler Factory Museum: 3.6 km
  • Historical Museum of Krakow: 1.6 km

Natural Beauty:

  • Forest Bonarka: 3.7 km

Public transit:

  • Train Kraków Zabłocie: 3.3 km
  • Train Krakow Central Station: 2.9 km

Closest Airports:

  • John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice: 13 km
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Rules

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 4:00 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:

9.0

Comfort:

9.2

Location:

9.6

Free Wifi:

7.5

Facilities:

8.8

Cleanliness:

9.3

Value for money:

9.6

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