37 Starowiślna, Old Town, 31-038 Krakow, Poland
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Hotel Description

Look, I’ll be honest – when I first saw “apartment with mezzanine” in the name, I wasn’t sure what to expect from Starowiślna 37. But walking into this place actually made me do one of those little “oh, nice” nods you give when somewhere exceeds your expectations. The mezzanine isn’t just some marketing fluff – it’s this genuinely cool sleeping loft that makes the whole space feel way bigger than typical Krakow apartments. You know how Old Town places can feel cramped? This one doesn’t.

The location is honestly what sold me on it. Starowiślna Street runs right through the heart of things, and you’re maybe a three-minute walk from the Main Square (I timed it, because I’m that person). But here’s the thing locals know – you’re positioned perfectly to duck down Grodzka Street toward Wawel Castle without fighting through all the tour groups that clog up Floriańska. The building itself has that classic Krakow charm – thick walls that actually keep street noise down, which matters more than you’d think since this area gets lively at night. I mean, you’ll still hear some activity from the bars and cafés, but it’s more ambient city buzz than sleep-disrupting chaos.

What really impressed me was how they’ve managed to keep the historical character while making everything actually functional. The kitchen isn’t just for show – you can properly cook in there, which is perfect since there’s a decent Żabka just around the corner and the covered market at Hala Targowa is walkable if you want fresh stuff. The mezzanine bedroom feels surprisingly private even though it’s technically open to the main space below. There’s something cozy about it, especially in the evening when the light from those old-style windows gets all golden. Check-in was smooth (they actually showed up when they said they would – not always a given with apartment rentals), and the whole place felt properly clean, not just surface-level tidy.

The 8.3 rating makes sense to me. It’s not perfect – the stairs to the mezzanine are steep enough that you’ll want to be careful after a night sampling Krakow’s excellent beer scene, and the shower could have better water pressure. But honestly? Those are minor gripes. This place gets the important stuff right: great location without the tourist trap feel, enough space to actually relax, and real neighborhood vibes. You’ll walk past the same café owner every morning, hear church bells from St. Mary’s Basilica, and feel like you’re staying somewhere with actual character instead of another generic rental. If you’re the type who wants to experience Krakow like you actually live there for a few days rather than just checking boxes on a sightseeing list, Starowiślna 37 delivers on that promise.

Krakow’s apartments offer spacious accommodations with historical character, perfect for families wanting to experience daily life in this beautifully preserved Polish city.

Rooms

  • Estimated price from: $112. Two-Bedroom Apartment with 1 full bed, 2 twin beds and 1 sofa bed for Max. people: 4
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Reviews

  • Excellent base – Gail from United Kingdom – November 23, 2024 (10/10)

    Excellent location.
    Beautifully clean and very spacious
    Quiet. Safe and the apartment had everything we needed.
    Allowed and early check in, great communication

    Highly recommend aa a base for exploring Krakow

    What could be improved: Nothing

  • Mimo małych minusów bardzo przyjemnie – Wasowicz from Iceland – June 25, 2025 (9/10)

    Dobra lokalizacja, ładnie, cicho i wygodnie

    What could be improved: Woda pod prysznicem nie schodziła odpowiednio szybko i łazienka się zalewała, nie założona pościel na jednym łóżku.

  • Wonderful – Juan from Spain – October 5, 2024 (9/10)

    El apartamento es muy agradable, acogedor y limpio.
    El jardín del edificio nos vino muy bien para pasar algun rato jugango con nuestro hijo pequeño, incluso hicimos una cena de picnic.

    What could be improved: Sería ideal incluir una cafetera en la cocina 🙂

  • Wonderful – Wodecki from Poland – July 10, 2025 (9/10)

    Porządek i wystrój

    What could be improved: Piszczące dechy pod łóżkiem na piętrze przeszkadzające w spaniu

  • God placering tæt på det jødiske kvarter og den gamle bydel. – Kasper from Denmark – August 16, 2024 (9/10)

    Meget lidt støj i lejligheden.

    What could be improved: Hems med dobbeltseng knirker helt vildt.

  • Super, ale z niedociągnięciami. – Mirosława from Poland – June 5, 2024 (9/10)

    Super lokalizacja, wygodą, czystość i sposób urządzenia.

    What could be improved: Niestety w mieszkaniu były tylko 3 komplety pościeli, pomimo że rezerwowałam dla 4 osób. Początkowo korespondencja mailowa zmierzała do uzupełnienia braku, ale niestety w rezultacie nie przyniosła skutku :-(. Duży za to minus, bo cena apartamentu adekwatna do 4 gości, a nie 3. Poza tym brak odpowiedniej ilości sztućców w kuchni, ale to już jakby szczegół.

  • Dobrze ale z niedociągnięciami – Donata from Poland – August 4, 2025 (7/10)

    Lokalizacja, ogródek komunalny, wielkość apartamentu.

    What could be improved: Zapchany odpływ prysznica, poziom czystości, trzeszcząca antresola i co za tym idzie trzeszczące łóżko na antresoli. Skąpstwo w podstawowych środkach czystości jak papier toaletowy, mydło do rąk i płyn do mycia naczyń co zmusza do ich poszukiwań po sklepach i doposażania lokalu. Drobne sprawy a rzutują na jakość wynajmu.

  • Exceptional – Ala from Poland – September 28, 2024 (10/10)

    Bardzo zadbany i czysty apartament w doskonałej lokalizacji

  • Bardzo miło wspominam i polecam to miejsce na nocleg – Maja from Poland – July 7, 2024 (10/10)

    Apartament ładnie urządzony, czysty i niczego nam nie brakowało 🙂

  • Ogólnie fajne miejsce, problematyczny opis (bookingHost) zeby dostac sie do skrzynki z kluczem – Marmarcin from Poland – February 14, 2025 (5/10)

    What could be improved: skrzypiace schody, ktore sprawiał wrażenie jakby miały sie rozpaść. Nie można zejśc z antresoli do łazienki nie budząc osób znajdujących się w mieszkaniu

SURROUNDINGS

What’s nearby:

  • Planty: 550 m
  • Budynek Kina: 650 m
  • Mykwa Wielka: 250 m
  • Synagoga Deichesa: 300 m
  • Arsenał Królewski: 800 m
  • Planty Daszyńskiego: 700 m
  • Zespół Synagogi Starej: 500 m
  • Zespół Collegium Medicum: 550 m
  • Fabryka Stolarska Steinbergów: 550 m
  • Zespół Klasztorny ss. Urszulanek: 500 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/Bar Blue Xl: 100 m
  • Restaurant Da Grasso Kraków Stare Miasto: 9 m
  • Restaurant Parampara Indian Cuisine & Culture: 30 m

Top attractions:

  • Cloth Hall: 1 km
  • Town Hall Tower: 1.1 km
  • Main Market Square: 1 km
  • St. Florian’s Gate: 1.6 km
  • Wawel Royal Castle: 1 km
  • Wieliczka Salt Mine: 11 km
  • Adam Mickiewicz Monument: 950 m
  • Schindler Factory Museum: 1.6 km
  • National Museum of Krakow: 2.1 km
  • Historical Museum of Krakow: 1.2 km

Natural Beauty:

  • Forest Bonarka: 3.6 km

Public transit:

  • Train Kraków Zabłocie: 1.3 km
  • Train Krakow Central Station: 1.9 km

Closest Airports:

  • John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice: 24 km
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Rules

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 4:00 PM
  • You need to let the property know what time you’ll be arriving in advance.

Check-out:

  • Until 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.

Guest reviews

Staff:

7.7

Comfort:

7.7

Location:

9.5

Facilities:

7.7

Cleanliness:

8.7

Value for money:

8.0

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