Skawińska 10, Old Town, 31-066 Kraków, Poland
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Moderno Apartament Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to Moderno Apartament on Skawińska Street, you know you’ve hit the jackpot location-wise. I mean, you’re literally in Krakow’s Old Town — not just near it, but right in the thick of things. This three-star property doesn’t try to be something it’s not, but honestly, that’s part of its charm. The building has that classic Polish character you’d expect in this part of the city, and the entrance feels welcoming without being overly fancy.

The Perfect Location

Here’s what I love about staying here — you can walk to Market Square in about five minutes, maybe less if you’re eager to grab those famous obwarzanek (the local bagels, trust me on this one). The location score of 9.2 isn’t just marketing fluff; couples especially seem to get it, rating the spot 9.4 for romantic getaways. You’re close enough to hear the trumpet call from St. Mary’s Basilica if you listen carefully, but far enough from the main tourist chaos that you can actually get some sleep. Plus, having parking available on-site is honestly a miracle in this part of town — most places make you hunt for street spots or expensive garages.

The Apartment Experience

The apartment setup works really well if you want more space than a typical hotel room offers. You get that home-away-from-home feeling, which is perfect when you’re planning to spend more than just a night or two exploring the city. The space feels modern (hence the name, I suppose) without losing that European apartment character. What surprised me was how quiet it stays despite being so central — the windows do a decent job of keeping the street noise manageable.

Breakfast Worth Mentioning

Now, about breakfast — they’ve really thought this through. Continental, Italian, Full English, vegetarian, vegan, halal, gluten-free, kosher, Asian, American options… honestly, it’s like they anticipated every possible dietary need or craving you might have. The buffet setup means you can take your time, and if you’re planning an early day trip to Wieliczka Salt Mine or somewhere, the breakfast-to-go option is actually pretty thoughtful. I’ve stayed at fancier places that couldn’t manage half this variety.

Why Guests Love It

You know what really makes this place work? It’s that sweet spot between location, practicality, and price. You’re not paying five-star rates, but you’re getting that unbeatable Old Town access that even some high-end hotels can’t match. The 7.8 rating feels about right — it’s solid, reliable, and does exactly what it promises. For couples especially, there’s something romantic about having your own little apartment in one of Europe’s most beautiful medieval cities. You can grab groceries at the nearby shops, cook if you want, or just use it as your base for exploring everything Krakow has to offer. It’s the kind of place that makes you feel like a temporary local rather than just another tourist.

Moderno Apartament Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
One-Bedroom Apartmentextra-large double bed, 1 extra-large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults
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Reviews of Moderno Apartament

  • Drazen from Montenegro (8/10)

    The appartment is on great location, and well equiped.

  • Karolina from Slovakia (9/10)

    -beautiful apartment, everything was working , the exactly same as pictures.

    -location was great

    -well equipted

  • Carla from Portugal (7/10)

  • Sheila from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Property very stylishly decorated and was well equipped. It was situated near to the river and had regular trams nearby to take you to the Old Town. There were local food stores just a short walk away. Check in was easy due to good communication with our hosts online.

  • Lukasz from Norway (8/10)

    Location

  • Ilaria from Italy (5/10)

    Good location

  • Indra from Lithuania (8/10)

    Very cozy appartment close to the old town. There are everything that you need for your stay.

  • Asher from Israel (8/10)

    clean apartment and close to center by walking. a comfortable apartment for max 2 adults.

  • William from Poland (1/10)

  • Marcin from Poland (8/10)

    W apartamencie wszystko co powinno być , cieplutko .

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Kino Wisła: 500 m
  • Gazownia Krakowska: 500 m
  • Kamienica pod Jeleniami: 800 m
  • Ratusz D. Miasta Kazimierz: 250 m
  • Dworek Kanonika Dubieckiego: 800 m
  • Zespół Zajezdni Tramwajowej: 600 m
  • Ethnographic Museum in Kraków: 300 m
  • Kościół Klasztorny Trynitarzy: 250 m
  • Kościół św. Michała i Stanisława: 550 m
  • Zespół Klasztorny Kanoników Laterańskich: 450 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Frania Cafe: 150 m
  • Cafe/bar Bourbon na Kaziku: 200 m
  • Restaurant Słowiańska Uczta: 150 m

Top attractions:

  • Cloth Hall: 1.9 km
  • Town Hall Tower: 1.8 km
  • Main Market Square: 1.9 km
  • St. Florian’s Gate: 2.6 km
  • Wawel Royal Castle: 1.2 km
  • Wieliczka Salt Mine: 11 km
  • Adam Mickiewicz Monument: 1.9 km
  • Schindler Factory Museum: 1.7 km
  • National Museum of Krakow: 2.2 km
  • Historical Museum of Krakow: 2.1 km

Natural beauty:

  • Forest Bonarka: 2.7 km

Ski lifts:

  • Chelm Ski Lift: 33 km
  • Krakow Valley I: 46 km
  • Siepraw Ski Lift: 21 km

Public transport:

  • Train Kraków Podgórze: 1.9 km
  • Train Kraków Zabłocie: 1.5 km

Closest airports:

  • John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice: 23 km

Facilities

Shops:

  • Minimarket on site

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Children’s high chair
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Transport:

  • Shuttle service Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle Additional charge

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Miscellaneous:

  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Room Amenities:

  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Soundproofing
  • Ironing facilities
  • Pants press
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Polish

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • Carbon monoxide detector

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Express check-in/check-out

Most popular facilities:

  • Parking on site
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Lift
  • Heating
  • Designated smoking area

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building
  • Detached

Parking Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs 50 zł per day.:

  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
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House Rules at Moderno Apartament

Pets:

  • Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 14:00 to 00:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • From 00:00 to 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:

8.3

Comfort:

7.8

Location:

9.4

Free WiFi:

10

Facilities:

8.2

Cleanliness:

7.6

Value for money:

8.4