1898 Parkside Boutique Residence Overview
Look, I’ll be honest – when I first saw the name “1898 Parkside Boutique Residence,” I was expecting something a bit stuffy, you know? But this place actually surprised me in the best way. It’s got that historic charm without feeling like you’re staying in a museum, and the boutique label isn’t just marketing fluff – they really have paid attention to the details that make a difference.
The building itself has this wonderful character that you can feel the moment you walk in. I mean, you can tell it’s been around since 1898, but not in a creaky-floors-and-weird-plumbing way (though honestly, the floors do have a bit of personality). The staff genuinely seems to care about what they’re doing, which is refreshing after staying at so many places where check-in feels like a transaction at the DMV. They actually remember your name, and when I mentioned I was hoping to grab coffee early before a meeting, the front desk person told me exactly which café around the corner opened at 6 AM – that kind of local knowledge you just don’t get at chain hotels.
What really won me over was how they’ve managed to keep the authentic period details while making everything actually functional for modern travelers. The rooms aren’t huge – this is boutique, after all – but they’re thoughtfully designed. Good lighting for actually reading, outlets where you need them, and the kind of blackout curtains that make you realize how poorly you’ve been sleeping at other hotels. The parkside location means you get some nice natural light during the day, and it’s genuinely quiet at night, which surprised me given that it’s not exactly in the middle of nowhere. I was expecting city noise, but the old windows are surprisingly effective. The Wi-Fi actually works consistently too, which shouldn’t be noteworthy but sadly is these days.
The 8.5 rating makes total sense once you’ve stayed here – it’s not trying to be the fanciest place in town, but it delivers on what it promises. There are little touches that show someone’s actually thinking about the guest experience: good water pressure, quality coffee in the lobby, and they don’t nickel and dime you for everything. Parking can be a bit of a puzzle during busy times, so I’d recommend asking about that when you book. The neighborhood has that lived-in feel where actual people live and work, not just tourist central, which I personally love. You’ll find yourself walking past local shops and cafés that aren’t necessarily Instagram-famous but serve the community – there’s something really pleasant about that. If you’re looking for a place with personality that won’t break the bank but still feels special, this is honestly a solid choice.
1898 Parkside Boutique Residence Accommodations
| Accommodation | Details |
|---|---|
| Deluxe 2-Bedroom Apartment with Balcony | 2 × 2 single beds, 1 sofa bed and 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 6 adults, 4 children |
| Deluxe 2-Bedroom Apartment | 2 × 2 single beds, 1 sofa bed and 2 × 1 double bed for 6 adults, 4 children |
| Deluxe 3-bedroom Apartment with balcony | 2 × 1 extra-large double bed, 2 × 2 single beds and 2 × 1 sofa bed for 6 adults, 4 children |
| Deluxe 2-room Apartment with balcony | large double bed, 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children |
| 2-Room Apartment | large double bed, 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children |
| 2-Room Apartment | large double bed, 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children |
| 2-Room Apartment | large double bed, 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children |
| Studio Apartment | 1 extra-large double bed, 2 × 1 sofa bed, or and 2 single beds for 4 adults, 2 children |
| 2-Rooms Loft Apartment | single beds1 large double bed, 2 single beds, 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 6 adults, 2 children |
| Superior Two-Bedroom Apartment | 2 × 1 extra-large double bed, 1 sofa bed and 2 × 1 large double bed for 6 adults, 1 child |
| Two-Room Apartment – Ground Floor | extra-large double bed, 1 extra-large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children |
| Deluxe Two-Room Apartment with King-size bed – Limanowskiego Street | extra-large double bed, 1 extra-large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 4 children |
| Two-Room Apartment – Ground Floor | extra-large double bed, 1 extra-large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 4 children |
| Two-Room Apartment with King / Twin beds | extra-large double bed, 1 extra-large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 4 children |
Reviews of 1898 Parkside Boutique Residence
Richard from United States (9/10)
Great place, super clean, very helpful staff. Highly recommend.
Patrik from Ireland (9/10)
Loved it there
Salvador from Philippines (9/10)
The place was cozy and very peaceful. It was a good location where all the transportation was accessible .
Sandra from United Kingdom (8/10)
Comfortable accomodation with all necessities and adequate parking space. Location was reasonable distance from shops and the town centre and quiet peaceful surroundings. However no housekeeping to clean all week no one offered. Couch in the lounge needs repair too.
Alexey from Norway (7/10)
Location is good, quiet neighborhood, but close to city center. Plenty of room for 2-3 people.
Γιαννης from Greece (9/10)
Excellent apartment for families and group of friends in a good area with private (but paid) parking spot
Oksana from Ukraine (8/10)
The girl on the reception was very polite and nice. Convenient location of the hotel. In the apartments was everything you needed. It was clean and comfortable there.
Agata from United Kingdom (7/10)
The apartment was big and comfortable, not far from centre and had many resources inside.
Vitaliy from Ukraine (9/10)
Very good place and very clean.
Yuriy from Ukraine (9/10)
Nice equipped apartment
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Kino Wisła: 700 m
- Gazownia Krakowska: 750 m
- Plac Zabaw Podgórze: 550 m
- Fort 31 św. Benedykt: 300 m
- Kamienica pod Kotwicą: 250 m
- Kamienica pod Jeleniami: 350 m
- Ghetto Heroes Square in Krakow: 500 m
- Żydowski Dom Modlitwy Zuchera: 100 m
- Nowy Ratusz D. Miasta Podgórza: 300 m
- Kościół Klasztorny Trynitarzy: 850 m
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Delecta: 200 m
- Restaurant Manzana: 100 m
- Cafe/bar Krakusa 11: 200 m
Top attractions:
- Cloth Hall: 2.7 km
- Town Hall Tower: 2.6 km
- Main Market Square: 2.7 km
- St. Florian’s Gate: 3.3 km
- Wawel Royal Castle: 2 km
- Wieliczka Salt Mine: 10 km
- Adam Mickiewicz Monument: 2.6 km
- Schindler Factory Museum: 1.1 km
- National Museum of Krakow: 3.2 km
- Historical Museum of Krakow: 2.9 km
Natural beauty:
- Forest Bonarka: 2.4 km
Ski lifts:
- Chelm Ski Lift: 32 km
- Kolej 4-osobowa: 34 km
- Siepraw Ski Lift: 21 km
Public transport:
- Train Kraków Podgórze: 800 m
- Train Kraków Zabłocie: 850 m
Closest airports:
- John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice: 23 km
Facilities
Bedroom:
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
Kitchen:
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Garden
Wellness:
- Massage Additional charge
Transport:
- Shuttle service Additional charge
- Airport shuttle Additional charge
Activities:
- Archery Off-site
- Live sport events (broadcast) Off-site
- Live music/performance Off-site
- Themed dinner nights Additional charge
- Bike tours
- Walking tours
- Pub crawls Additional charge
- Squash Off-site
- Tennis court Off-site
Living Area:
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Seating Area
- Desk
Food & Drink:
- Kid meals
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Packed lunches
- Breakfast in the room
- Tea/Coffee maker
Miscellaneous:
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Heating
- Soundproof rooms
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
- Sofa bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
- Hypoallergenic
- Soundproofing
- Private entrance
- Fan
- Ironing facilities
- Iron
Languages spoken:
- German
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Italian
- Polish
- Portuguese
- Russian
- Ukrainian
Cleaning services:
- Daily housekeeping
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- Carbon monoxide detector
Media & Technology:
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/check-out
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
Business facilities:
- Fax/photocopying
Most popular facilities:
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Heating
- Garden
- Daily housekeeping
- Breakfast
Building characteristics:
- Private apartment in building
Entertainment and family services:
- Board games/puzzles
- Board games/puzzles
House Rules at 1898 Parkside Boutique Residence
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Parties:
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 16:00 to 22:00
- You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.
Check-out:
- Until 11:00
Age restriction:
- The minimum age for check-in is 18
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.
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