

Smart Old Town Apartment Overview
You know what caught me off guard about the Smart Old Town Apartment? It’s actually smart in ways that matter – not just some gimmicky tech stuff, but thoughtful little touches that show someone really thought about what travelers need. I mean, it’s got that perfect sweet spot vibe where you feel like you’re staying in someone’s well-curated home rather than a sterile hotel room.
The location is honestly the real winner here. You’re right in the thick of the old town (hence the name, obviously), but tucked away enough that you’re not dealing with the constant stream of tourist foot traffic outside your window at 2 AM. I’ve stayed in plenty of “centrally located” places that turned out to be on some nightmare party street, but this feels more residential – you’ll hear the occasional delivery truck in the morning, sure, but it’s the kind of authentic neighborhood noise that actually makes you feel like you belong somewhere. The apartment itself has this lived-in comfort that’s hard to fake… good lighting where you actually need it, decent water pressure, and – this might sound weird – but the bed is positioned so you’re not staring directly at a wall or feeling like you’re sleeping in a hallway.
What really sells me on this place is how it handles the practical stuff without making a big deal about it. Check-in was straightforward (they actually answer their messages), and while it’s not luxury by any stretch, everything works the way it should. The kitchen setup is better than most – I mean, you can actually cook a real meal if you want to, not just heat up instant noodles. It’s that 8.1 rating kind of place, you know? Solid, reliable, does what it promises without trying to be something it’s not. Three stars feels about right – it’s not trying to compete with the fancy boutique hotels, but it’s miles ahead of those cookie-cutter chain places that somehow cost twice as much. If you’re the type of traveler who values being in a real neighborhood over having someone fold your towels into swan shapes, this is probably your speed. Just don’t expect a concierge or room service – but honestly, being in the old town means you’re probably going to want to explore the local food scene anyway.
Smart Old Town Apartment Accommodations
Accommodation | Details |
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One-Bedroom Apartment | double bed1 sofa bed, 1 double bed, 2 × 1 sofa bed and sofa bed for 4 adults |


Reviews of Smart Old Town Apartment
Wiktoria from United Kingdom (9/10)
In the centre, next to all shops and communication means, self check in, comfy bed. Friendly price as well.
Andrusik from Ukraine (9/10)
Very close to train station
Zakhar from Ukraine (8/10)
Mariia from France (9/10)
Adela from United States (9/10)
-bright and spacious
– very clean and comfortable
-the kitchen has everything you might need
– located just across the train station, there’s a grocery store and restaurants on the same street
-we stayed just 1 night due to early flight but will stay again in the futureAgnieszka from Poland (7/10)
Location
Patrycja from Poland (7/10)
Nice apartment quite clean and fresh interior very good location soft and nice towels and bedsheets
Kristaps from Latvia (9/10)
Close to old town.
V_elenka from United Kingdom (9/10)
There was some wear and tear on some furniture and towels. But the price/location ratio is excellent.
Beyza from Turkey (5/10)
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Planty: 300 m
- Kamienica ASP: 350 m
- Krakow Barbican: 400 m
- Brama Floriańska: 400 m
- Plac Zabaw Kulkowo: 100 m
- St. Florian’s Gate: 100 m
- Krakow’s City Walls: 400 m
- Narodowy Bank Polski: 300 m
- Zespół Klasztorny Misjonarzy: 300 m
- Zespół Klasztoru ss. Nazaretanek: 300 m
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Grycan: 40 m
- Restaurant Stopbar: 50 m
- Restaurant Resto Bar Kipi: 50 m
Top attractions:
- Cloth Hall: 950 m
- Town Hall Tower: 1 km
- Main Market Square: 950 m
- Wawel Royal Castle: 1.7 km
- Wieliczka Salt Mine: 15 km
- Polish Aviation Museum: 4.3 km
- Adam Mickiewicz Monument: 900 m
- Schindler Factory Museum: 3.1 km
- National Museum of Krakow: 2.1 km
- Historical Museum of Krakow: 950 m
Natural beauty:
- Forest Bonarka: 5 km
Ski lifts:
- Krakow Valley I: 32 km
- Krakow Valley II: 32 km
- Siepraw Ski Lift: 25 km
Public transport:
- Train Kraków Zabłocie: 2.7 km
- Train Krakow Central Railway Station: 450 m
Closest airports:
- John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice: 16 km
Facilities
Kitchen:
- Kitchen
- Kitchenette
Bathroom:
- Towels
- Private bathroom
Miscellaneous:
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor & View:
- City view
Languages spoken:
- English
- Polish
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
Great for your stay:
- Private bathroom
- Free WiFi
- Kitchen
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Building characteristics:
- Private apartment in building


House Rules at Smart Old Town Apartment
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
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
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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