Florianska 39 (Reception), Old Town, 30-009 Kraków, Poland
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P&J Apartamenty Św. Krzyża Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to P&J Apartamenty Św. Krzyża on Florianska Street, you immediately know you’ve hit the jackpot location-wise. I mean, you’re literally steps from the Main Market Square — I could hear the horse-drawn carriages clip-clopping by from my window. The reception area is straightforward and efficient, nothing fancy, but the staff actually knows the neighborhood inside and out, which honestly matters more than marble floors when you’re trying to navigate Kraków‘s winding streets.

Location Magic

This three-star property sits right in the heart of Old Town, and couples absolutely rave about it for good reason. You can stumble out the front door and be at St. Mary’s Basilica in about two minutes — I timed it. The famous Cloth Hall, Wawel Castle, countless cafés serving pierogi, they’re all within easy walking distance. What’s really nice is that despite being so central, Florianska Street doesn’t get the crazy foot traffic that some of the main tourist drags do, so you can actually sleep at night.

The Apartment Experience

The apartment I stayed in was clean and practical — think modern furnishings with a Polish twist rather than anything too flashy. The kitchen setup was actually useful, not just decorative like some places, with a proper fridge and enough counter space to prepare a simple meal. The room had decent natural light, and the beds were comfortable enough that I didn’t wake up feeling like I’d wrestled with the mattress all night. You know what impressed me? The Wi-Fi actually worked consistently, which isn’t always a given in these old buildings.

Practical Perks

Breakfast here covers the basics well — continental options plus vegetarian choices, and they offer breakfast to go if you’re planning an early castle visit or day trip. The private parking is honestly a lifesaver if you’re driving, because finding a spot in Old Town can be a nightmare otherwise. I watched other tourists circle the blocks for ages while I just walked out my front door. The staff pointed me toward a great little restaurant around the corner that locals actually frequent, which felt like getting insider knowledge rather than the usual tourist trap recommendations.

Why Guests Love It

Look, this isn’t going to wow you with fancy amenities or over-the-top service, but it delivers exactly what most travelers actually need — a clean, comfortable base in an unbeatable location. The fact that couples rate the location so highly tells you everything about how romantic and walkable this part of Kraków really is. You’re paying for the address here, and honestly, it’s worth every zloty when you can explore the entire Old Town on foot and come back to crash without dealing with trams or taxis. For a three-star place, it punches above its weight simply because of where it sits.

P&J Apartamenty Św. Krzyża Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Studio1 large double bed for 2 adults
Two-Bedroom Apartment (6 Adults)2 × 1 large double bed, 2 × 2 large double beds, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 6 adults, 1 child
Apartment Selected at Check-In – different locations (2 Adults)2 × 1 large double bed for 2 adults
Apartment Selected at Check-In – different locationslarge double bed, 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults
One-Bedroom Apartment – Szpitalna Streetsingle bed2 double beds, 1 single bed, 2 double beds, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 5 adults, 1 child
Standard Studio1 double bed, or and 2 single beds for 2 adults
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Reviews of P&J Apartamenty Św. Krzyża

  • Angelica from Colombia (8/10)

    location amazing
    good attention
    big apartment for 5 is ok

  • Alison from Norway (8/10)

    Near the Old Town. Accessible to cafes, attractions, restaurants

  • Dr from United Kingdom (8/10)

    Central location and secure

  • Dave from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Location perfect. Apartment very clean and spacious, price good , excellent value

  • Tanya from United Kingdom (7/10)

    Spacious
    Clean
    Good location

  • Samuel from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Excellent location and a great apartment. Easy check in and out. Thank you

  • Oksana from Estonia (8/10)

    Very spacious apartment, comfortable beds. Great location.

  • Peter from United Kingdom (8/10)

    Spacious and great location

  • A from Poland (8/10)

    The beds are very clean and comfortable.

  • Magdalena from United Kingdom (7/10)

    Great location. Steps away from the Main Square. Having a night stroll without worrying how to get back to your accommodation is a perk. Very obliging staff.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Krakow Barbican: 20 m
  • Brama Floriańska: 5 m
  • Pałac Wodzickich: 20 m
  • Czartoryski Museum: 20 m
  • Jan Matejko’s House: 10 m
  • Krakow’s City Walls: 20 m
  • Kamienica pod Barbakanem: 10 m
  • Kamienica pod Wiewiórką: 100 m
  • Kamienica pod Trzema Dzwonami: 10 m
  • Zespół Komunalnej Kasy Oszczędności: 150 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Balkan Express Grill: 7 m
  • Restaurant Zapiekanki Floriańskie: 7 m
  • Restaurant Carlito Restauracja Pizzeria Gawron 1 Wspólnicy: 10 m

Top attractions:

  • Cloth Hall: 400 m
  • Town Hall Tower: 450 m
  • Main Market Square: 400 m
  • St. Florian’s Gate: 300 m
  • Wawel Royal Castle: 1.2 km
  • Wieliczka Salt Mine: 13 km
  • Schindler Factory Museum: 2.9 km
  • National Museum of Krakow: 1.6 km
  • Historical Museum of Krakow: 400 m

Natural beauty:

  • Forest Bonarka: 4.7 km

Ski lifts:

  • Krakow Valley I: 32 km
  • Krakow Valley II: 33 km
  • Siepraw Ski Lift: 24 km

Public transport:

  • Train Kraków Zabłocie: 2.5 km
  • Train Krakow Central Railway Station: 950 m

Closest airports:

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

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen

Kitchen:

  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

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

Transport:

  • Shuttle service Additional charge
  • Public transport tickets Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle Additional charge

Activities:

  • Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
  • Bike tours Additional charge
  • Pub crawls Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries Additional charge Off-site
  • Water park Additional charge Off-site
  • Hiking Additional charge Off-site

Food & Drink:

  • Wine/champagne Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Miscellaneous:

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Polish

Cleaning services:

  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Laundry

Safety & security:

  • Key access

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out

Business facilities:

  • Fax/photocopying

Most popular facilities:

  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
  • Laundry
  • Very good breakfast

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building
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House Rules at P&J Apartamenty Św. Krzyża

Pets:

  • Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00
  • Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out:

  • Until 11:00

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:

8.4

Comfort:

7.7

Location:

9.4

Free WiFi:

9.0

Facilities:

7.6

Cleanliness:

7.9

Value for money:

8.1