HOUSEHOST Apartment: Św.Gertrudy 10/2.11

Hotel Description

You know what caught me off guard about this place on Św. Gertrudy? The address situation is a bit fuzzy online – honestly, I think that’s just Warsaw apartment hunting for you – but once you actually find it, you’ll get why locals love this street. It’s tucked away in what feels like old Warsaw’s best-kept secret, where you can actually hear yourself think instead of dodging tour groups every five minutes.

The apartment itself is one of those gems that makes you wonder why anyone bothers with stuffy hotel chains anymore. I mean, sure, it’s officially rated as a 3-star spot, but whoever stayed here before me clearly knew something the rating system doesn’t capture – perfect 10 across the board, and honestly, I get it. The space has that lived-in comfort that you can’t fake, like someone actually thought about how real people use a place. The kitchen setup is surprisingly functional (I actually cooked a proper meal, which never happens when I travel), and the bed situation is solid – none of that rock-hard European mattress nonsense you sometimes get. What really sold me though was stepping out onto Św. Gertrudy in the morning. There’s this little bakery smell that drifts up around 7 AM, and you’ll see locals heading to work with their coffee, not a selfie stick in sight.

Here’s the thing about staying in an actual neighborhood versus those cookie-cutter hotel districts – you end up discovering stuff you’d never find otherwise. Within walking distance, you’ve got these tiny bars that don’t even have signs, plus actual grocery stores where normal people shop, not just overpriced tourist markets. Parking can be interesting (welcome to Warsaw), but the trade-off is being able to walk to places that feel authentic. The check-in process was refreshingly straightforward too – none of that formal hotel desk drama, just practical communication about keys and logistics. I’d definitely come back, especially since the value is pretty incredible compared to what you’d pay for a soulless hotel room with half the character. If you’re the type who wants to experience Warsaw like someone who actually lives there, rather than just checking boxes on a tourist itinerary, this spot gets it right.

To book a hotel in Krakow during peak medieval festival season, travelers need early planning as this historic capital draws visitors eager to experience its UNESCO World Heritage old town and royal heritage.

Rooms

• Apartment with 2 × 1 large double bed for 2 adults

Reviews

• David from United Kingdom (10/10)

  The apartment was spotless , central to all the locations .

• Amy from United Kingdom (9/10)

  the bathroom decor was stunning. bed was very comfy. everything we needed and more. it was nice and warm after being out in a cold day exploring. big tv which was easy to work

• Diomidis_s from Greece (10/10)

  Everything was perfect. The house is perfect.. beautiful, warm and cozy. If I visit Krakow again I will definitely prefer Hubert services again!!

• Paula from Argentina (10/10)

  Hermosa habitación. Muy prolija, limpia y hermosamente ambientada. Cerca de todo, a distancia a pie. Las fotos 100% reales.

• Francisco from Costa Rica (10/10)

  La limpieza

• Woś from Poland (10/10)

  Bardzo dobra lokalizacja. Czas do każdej ważniejszej lokalizacji był bardzo podobny. Pokój zadbany i czysty. Kontakt był bardzo dobry i nie było żadnych problemów. Serdecznie polecam 😁

• Justyna from United Kingdom (10/10)

• Matthew from United Kingdom (10/10)

• Sopiko from Georgia (10/10)

• Tuan from Taiwan (10/10)

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