Józefa Dietla 80, Old Town, 31-073 Kraków, Poland
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Lovely Old City, Kazimierz apartment Overview

You know what really caught me off guard about this place? I was expecting some basic tourist rental in Kazimierz, but this apartment actually feels like someone’s carefully curated home that they just happen to let travelers borrow. The moment you step inside, there’s this lived-in warmth that’s hard to fake – I mean, most short-term rentals feel sterile, but here you’ve got books on the shelves that look actually read, and artwork that someone clearly chose because they loved it, not because it matched the sofa.

The location is honestly perfect if you want to experience Kraków the way locals do. You’re right in the heart of Kazimierz, which means you can stumble to Alchemia for late-night drinks or grab pierogi at Hamsa without dealing with trams or taxis. I loved walking out in the morning and hearing Hebrew songs drifting from the synagogues mixed with the clatter of breakfast dishes from the café downstairs. The building itself has that wonderful old European character – thick walls that actually keep street noise down (though you’ll still hear the occasional late-night reveler, but that’s just part of the Kazimierz charm). One thing to know: the stairs are narrow and a bit steep, so if you’re traveling with heavy bags, pack light or be prepared for a mini workout.

What really sealed it for me was how the owner clearly knows this neighborhood inside and out. There were handwritten notes about which bakery opens earliest, where to find the best zapiekanka after midnight, and even warnings about which streets get crowded during the Jewish Culture Festival. The apartment itself hits that sweet spot between authentic character and modern comfort – the bathroom’s been updated so you don’t feel like you’re camping, but the original hardwood floors and high ceilings remind you you’re staying somewhere with real history. Actually, I spent way too much time just sitting by the windows people-watching, especially in the late afternoon when the light hits the cobblestones just right and the whole square takes on this golden glow. It’s the kind of place where you might plan to stay two nights but end up wanting to extend because you feel more like a temporary resident than a tourist passing through.

Hotels in Krakow offer visitors the opportunity to stay in the heart of this medieval masterpiece, with easy access to castles, churches, and traditional Polish experiences.

Lovely Old City, Kazimierz apartment Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
One-Bedroom Apartmentdouble bed, 1 double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults
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Reviews of Lovely Old City, Kazimierz apartment

  • Agnieška from Lithuania (9/10)

    Clean, comfortable apartment, great location to reach the city centre. Convenient and safe private parking.

  • Наталья from Ukraine (8/10)

    Not very big, but very comfortable apartment almost in the centre of the city, close to all interesting tourist places.

  • Sorina from Romania (6/10)

    The location, the free parking, good internet and air conditioning (without it would have been very hard to stay).

  • Rasa from Lithuania (7/10)

    Free parking, good location.

  • Nadezhda from Slovakia (6/10)

    Excellent location. All tourist locations are within walking distance. Good communication with the owner.
    Available parking place. Good internet.

  • Aneta from Poland (9/10)

    Super apartament, czyściutko, dobrze wyposażony i miejsce parkingowe w cenie

  • Krzysztof from Poland (9/10)

    Całym pobyt rewelacyjny. Miejsce trafione co do okolicy. Wszędzie blisko. Dziękujemy za szybką interwencję w momencie awarii w toalecie. Szybko i fachowo. Poza tym bardzo nam się podobało.

  • Agnieszka from Poland (9/10)

    Lokalizacja i parking

  • Krzysztof from Poland (8/10)

    Położenie względem atrakcji
    Szybka reakcja na zgłoszenie braku

  • Evelyn from Spain (9/10)

    La ubicación es muy céntrica se puede ir caminando fácilmente al centro, además el parking es super útil porque toda la zona es de pago y la casa por dentro es muy bonita y esta muy bien equipada.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Planty: 500 m
  • Budynek Kina: 450 m
  • Oficyna Dworska: 600 m
  • Dom na Kotłowem: 450 m
  • Synagoga Deichesa: 400 m
  • Planty Daszyńskiego: 600 m
  • Zespół Collegium Medicum: 350 m
  • Zespół Kliniki Brodowskiego: 650 m
  • Zespół Klasztorny Dominikanek: 600 m
  • Zespół Klasztorny ss. Urszulanek: 300 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Cup & Glass: 40 m
  • Restaurant Pierogi 2go: 40 m
  • Restaurant Za Winklem Cafe: 40 m

Top attractions:

  • Cloth Hall: 800 m
  • Town Hall Tower: 850 m
  • Main Market Square: 800 m
  • St. Florian’s Gate: 1.4 km
  • Wawel Royal Castle: 950 m
  • Wieliczka Salt Mine: 12 km
  • Adam Mickiewicz Monument: 750 m
  • Schindler Factory Museum: 1.9 km
  • National Museum of Krakow: 1.9 km
  • Historical Museum of Krakow: 1 km

Natural beauty:

  • Forest Bonarka: 3.7 km

Ski lifts:

  • Krakow Valley I: 34 km
  • Krakow Valley II: 34 km
  • Siepraw Ski Lift: 22 km

Public transport:

  • Train Kraków Zabłocie: 1.5 km
  • Train Krakow Central Railway Station: 1.7 km

Closest airports:

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

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen

Kitchen:

  • Washing machine
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Miscellaneous:

  • Non-smoking throughout

Outdoor & View:

  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Heating

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Polish

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV

Great for your stay:

  • Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
  • View
  • Kitchenette
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Washing machine
  • Private parking
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House Rules at Lovely Old City, Kazimierz apartment

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

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:

8.3

Location:

9.6

Free WiFi:

7.5

Facilities:

8.1

Cleanliness:

8.4

Value for money:

8.7