Solna Atelier

Hotel Description

You know what caught me off guard about Solna Atelier? The name makes it sound all artsy and precious, but it’s actually this unpretentious 3-star spot that just gets things right. I mean, sure, it’s not going to blow you away with marble lobbies or whatever, but there’s something genuinely comfortable about the whole place that made my stay way better than I expected.

The rooms have this clean, minimalist vibe – think Swedish design without trying too hard to scream “SWEDEN!” at you. Honestly, after staying in so many hotels that pile on the decorative nonsense, it was refreshing to have a space that felt, well, breathable. The beds are actually good (I’m picky about this stuff), and the bathrooms are compact but smartly laid out. What I really appreciated was how quiet it stays at night – you’re not dealing with paper-thin walls or hallway conversations at 2 AM. The Wi-Fi works properly too, which shouldn’t be noteworthy in 2024 but somehow still is.

Here’s the thing about Solna Atelier that really won me over – the staff actually seems to care without being overbearing about it. Check-in was smooth, they had solid recommendations for nearby spots (not just the touristy stuff), and when I had a minor issue with the room key, they sorted it out in like thirty seconds. It’s that kind of efficient friendliness that makes you realize how many places get this basic hospitality thing wrong. The breakfast is nothing fancy but covers all the bases – decent coffee, fresh bread, the usual suspects done well. And honestly? Sometimes that’s exactly what you want instead of some elaborate buffet where half the stuff sits there getting cold. The location works too – you’re not right in the chaos of the city center, but you’re not stuck in some random suburb either. Easy enough to get around, and the area has that lived-in neighborhood feel where actual people go about their daily business.

Rooms

• Studio Apartment with 2 × 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 1 child
• Studio Apartment with 2 × 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 1 child
• Studio Apartment with 2 × 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 1 child
• Studio Apartment with 2 × 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 1 child
• Studio Apartment with 2 × 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 1 child
• Apartment with Balcony with 2 × 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 1 child

Reviews

• Przemyslaw from Poland (9/10)

  Very good value, nice location in center of Krakow's upcoming area. Very good contact with hosts.

• Alessandro from Italy (7/10)

  The bed position

• Jafari from Germany (8/10)

  I liked the location very much! It was close to tourist attractions, a walk from the river, and close to decent Polish food, train station and supermarkets. Also the towels and blankets were clean.

• Gregory from United Kingdom (7/10)

  Nice location and it had everything I needed for a night.

• Lyndy from South Africa (8/10)

  The location was nice, close to the river and to the Old Town. It was also reasonably close to the conference venue.

• Erick from Brazil (9/10)

  The property is very well located, next to trams and train stations.

• Mikel from Spain (9/10)

  Is a good place to be few days in Krakov, it have little kitchen and a Nespresso machine. The location is really nice too

• Judit from Hungary (7/10)

  Lovely property, ideal for a short stay for someone alone or for a couple.

• Danylo from Romania (8/10)

  Easy to check in. Kind admins, whom you may approach 24/7 by mentioned numbers. Nice locations. Very near to the bus station. And generally, 30 mins by feet to the Old Town

• Tetiana from Ukraine (9/10)

  Coffee capsules were provided, which was great! Great for a short stay.

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