Józefińska 30, 30-529 Kraków, Poland
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Studio 21 – Ghetto Heroes Square Overview

Look, I’ll be honest – when I first heard the name “Studio 21 – Ghetto Heroes Square,” I wasn’t sure what to expect. The location name definitely raised an eyebrow, you know? But after staying here, I get it now. This place sits right in what’s clearly a neighborhood that’s seen some serious transformation over the years, and honestly, that’s part of what makes it interesting. It’s a 3-star spot, but don’t let that fool you – sometimes those ratings don’t tell the whole story.

What really struck me was how the hotel seems to embrace its surroundings rather than trying to hide from them. The lobby has this raw, urban energy that actually works really well with the industrial-style fixtures they’ve got going on. You can tell someone put thought into the design instead of just slapping together generic hotel furniture. The staff actually knows the neighborhood too, which I mean, sounds obvious but you’d be surprised how many places don’t. They pointed me toward this little coffee spot two blocks over that I never would’ve found otherwise – the kind of place where locals grab their morning espresso and the barista remembers your order after two visits.

The rooms themselves are clean and functional, though I’d say they’re more “urban minimalist” than luxurious. Mine had these big windows that let in tons of natural light, which I loved, but if you’re a super light sleeper, maybe pack earplugs. The neighborhood definitely has some street life, especially on weekends. Not anything crazy, just the normal sounds of a city that doesn’t completely shut down at 9 PM. Parking was actually easier than I expected – there’s a small lot behind the building, and street parking isn’t the nightmare I thought it’d be. Check-in was smooth, no weird surprises with fees or anything like that. The Wi-Fi worked great, which honestly is half the battle these days. What I really appreciated was that the whole place felt authentic, you know? Like they weren’t trying to pretend they were somewhere else or be something they’re not. Sometimes you want that sanitized, cookie-cutter hotel experience, and sometimes you want to feel like you’re actually staying somewhere with character. This definitely falls into the latter category, and if you’re the type of traveler who likes discovering neighborhoods that feel real rather than touristy, you’ll probably dig it here.

Studio 21 – Ghetto Heroes Square Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
One-Bedroom Apartment2 × 1 sofa bed for 2 adults
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Reviews of Studio 21 – Ghetto Heroes Square

  • Pluskota from Poland (10/10)

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Kino Wisła: 600 m
  • Gazownia Krakowska: 650 m
  • Plac Zabaw Podgórze: 500 m
  • Fort 31 św. Benedykt: 650 m
  • Kamienica pod Kotwicą: 200 m
  • Kamienica pod Jeleniami: 400 m
  • Schindler Factory Museum: 750 m
  • Ghetto Heroes Square in Krakow: 100 m
  • Żydowski Dom Modlitwy Zuchera: 350 m
  • Nowy Ratusz D. Miasta Podgórza: 350 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Krakus: 150 m
  • Restaurant Delecta: 150 m
  • Restaurant Chili Chili: 150 m

Top attractions:

  • Cloth Hall: 2.4 km
  • Krakow Barbican: 2.8 km
  • Town Hall Tower: 2.5 km
  • Main Market Square: 2.4 km
  • St. Florian’s Gate: 3 km
  • Wawel Royal Castle: 1.9 km
  • Wieliczka Salt Mine: 10 km
  • Adam Mickiewicz Monument: 2.3 km
  • National Museum of Krakow: 3.1 km
  • Historical Museum of Krakow: 2.6 km

Natural beauty:

  • Forest Bonarka: 2.7 km

Ski lifts:

  • Chelm Ski Lift: 34 km
  • Krakow Valley I: 46 km
  • Siepraw Ski Lift: 21 km

Public transport:

  • Train Kraków Podgórze: 800 m
  • Train Kraków Zabłocie: 600 m

Closest airports:

  • John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice: 23 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen

Kitchen:

  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Miscellaneous:

  • Non-smoking throughout

Room Amenities:

  • Sofa bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Polish

Media & Technology:

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchenette
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shower
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House Rules at Studio 21 – Ghetto Heroes Square

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • Until 10:00

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:

10

Comfort:

10

Location:

10

Facilities:

10

Cleanliness:

10

Value for money:

10