Otium Old Town Harmonica

Hotel Description

Honestly, when I first walked up to the Otium Old Town Harmonica on Trynitarska Street, I wasn’t expecting much – I mean, the name’s a bit quirky, right? But you know what struck me immediately? The building itself has this gorgeous restored facade that fits perfectly with Krakow’s Old Town architecture, yet there’s something distinctly modern about how they’ve handled the entrance. You’re literally a two-minute walk from the Main Market Square, but here’s the thing most people don’t realize – Trynitarska is one of those quieter cobblestone streets that doesn’t get the heavy foot traffic, so you actually get to sleep at night.

The staff genuinely knows their stuff about Krakow, and I don’t mean they just hand you a generic tourist map. When I mentioned I wanted to find some authentic pierogi (not the touristy stuff), the front desk guy – I think his name was Marcin – actually sketched out a little route to this family place near Kazimierz that locals go to. The rooms themselves have this interesting blend of old-world charm with proper modern amenities. My room had these beautiful high ceilings and original hardwood floors, but the bathroom was completely renovated with a rainfall shower that actually had decent water pressure. The beds are comfortable enough that I didn’t wake up with a sore back, which honestly happens more often than I’d like to admit when traveling.

What really sets this place apart – and maybe this sounds weird – is how they’ve managed to feel both intimate and professional at the same time. It’s not a massive hotel where you’re just room number 247, but it’s also not one of those overly precious boutique places where everything feels fragile. The common areas have this lived-in elegance, if that makes sense. There’s a small courtyard where you can actually sit with morning coffee without feeling like you’re on display for passing tourists. Parking can be a bit tricky in this part of Old Town (well, parking anywhere in the center is tricky), but they help arrange spots in a nearby garage, and honestly, once you’re settled, you won’t need a car anyway. The 9.1 rating it has makes total sense to me – it’s the kind of place where small thoughtful touches add up to something really solid. I’d definitely stay here again, especially if I wanted to be right in the heart of things but still get some actual rest.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $118. Apartment with Balcony with 1 queen bed and 1 sofa bed for Max. people: 2

Reviews

• Exceptional – Adrian from Poland – May 18, 2025 (10/10)

  Very nice flat and very good location

• Would stay again – Roseanna from United Kingdom – March 18, 2025 (10/10)

  Around the corner from the Kazimierz
  Stayed here twice I love it

• Stunning apartment in the perfect place – Roseanna from United Kingdom – January 25, 2025 (10/10)

  Gorgeous apartment
  Great location
  
  What could be improved: Everything was fine

• Great location – Magda from Germany – December 27, 2024 (8/10)

  Excellent location and wonderful views from the windows. The staff was very kind, quickly responding. We had no problem with parking next to the house.
  
  What could be improved: Someone smoked in the flat, we had to air a lot. It would be great to have either paper towel or kitchen towel.

• Wonderful – Kayleigh from United Kingdom – November 14, 2023 (9/10)

  I loved the balcony and the apartment was a good size. When I struggled with the door to get in there were security who helped me get in the door.
  
  A great area and it felt safe with the security.
  
  I would stay again.
  
  What could be improved: There were still dishes and plates in the dish washer so I opted to not use this. I thought this was a little unprofessional as I paid a higher price for this apartment than I could have for a different apartment and it didn’t feel luxury in that sense.
  
  The rungs under the bed were broken.
  
  Not many channels on the TV so I gave up

• Wonderful – Conor from Ireland – June 12, 2023 (9/10)

  Very good location, big apartment
  
  What could be improved: Pillows could have been better

• Very good apart from being asked for money. – Gordon from United Kingdom – June 5, 2023 (8/10)

  No breakfast.
  
  What could be improved: We did not like receiving a request for PLN 500 for damage when no damage was done. When tried to reply to you the email could not be delivered.

• Very pleasant stay – Emilia from United Kingdom – September 20, 2022 (9/10)

  Lovely, cosy apartment in a quiet area of Kazimierz.
  
  What could be improved: A tea towel would have been nice

• A good base for a couple. – Liisa from Finland – March 12, 2024 (8/10)

  Really good location,all services nearby, still quiet house on a quiet street

• Fine apartment in great location, service could be more professional – Eva from Czech Republic – September 26, 2023 (8/10)

  We truly liked the location, full of cafes, bars, shops, restaurants and on the same time it was also quiet during the night.
  Apartment has nice balcony, easy access to the building, self check-in and check-out
  
  What could be improved: Bed and sofa are not comfortable, quite “used”.
  
  Apartment is more suitable for shorter stay. Although it is fully equipped, there are not enough dishes, silverwares, there are no kitchen towels.
  
  Service is unflexible and not really customer oriented. We got just one towel per adult person. No towel at all for the kid and we were told by the staff that as parents we have to bring our own towels for the child. In the end we got one more towel 2 days after our request.

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