50 Szlak, Old Town, 30-001 Kraków, Poland
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Szlak 50 by Homeprime Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to Szlak 50 by Homeprime on a cobblestone street in Kraków’s Old Town, you immediately get that feeling you’ve stumbled onto something special. This three-star property sits right in the heart of everything — I mean, you’re literally surrounded by medieval architecture and the kind of atmosphere that makes you want to slow down and actually notice things. The building itself has that understated Polish charm, nothing flashy, but there’s something genuinely welcoming about the entrance that made me feel like I’d made the right choice.

Location That Actually Matters

Here’s what I love about staying on Szlak street — you’re close enough to the Main Market Square that you can hear the trumpet call from St. Mary’s Basilica, but far enough away that you’re not dealing with the tourist crowds right outside your window. I could walk to Wawel Castle in about ten minutes, and honestly, some of the best pierogi spots in the city are just around the corner. The location feedback mentions couples rating it highly, and I get why — there’s something romantic about wandering these narrow streets together, especially in the evening when the streetlights create these perfect little pools of light on the old stones.

The Room Experience

My room was exactly what you’d want from a well-run apartment-style place — clean, thoughtfully designed, and surprisingly quiet given how central everything is. The space felt modern without losing that European character, and I actually appreciated that they didn’t go overboard trying to be trendy. You know what impressed me most? The attention to small details, like having proper blackout curtains (trust me, this matters when you’re trying to sleep off jet lag) and a coffee setup that didn’t make me feel like I was roughing it.

Neighborhood Discoveries

What really sold me on this place was how it connected me to the real Kraków. Within a five-minute walk, I found this tiny café where locals actually hang out — not just tourists taking Instagram photos. The Old Town here isn’t just a museum; people live and work in these buildings, and staying at Szlak 50 puts you right in the middle of that authentic daily rhythm. I’d grab my morning coffee, walk past the flower vendors setting up in the square, and feel like I was part of the city rather than just visiting it.

Why Guests Love It

The 8.8 rating makes perfect sense once you’ve stayed here — it’s that sweet spot where everything works without any drama. The property highlights mention the top location rating from recent guests, and honestly, location is everything in a city like this. You’re not paying for unnecessary frills, but you’re getting exactly what matters: a comfortable base in an incredible neighborhood where you can walk everywhere that counts. For couples especially, there’s something magical about having your own little corner of Old Town to come back to after a day of exploring.

Szlak 50 by Homeprime Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
One-Bedroom Apartmentdouble bed, 1 double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults
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Reviews of Szlak 50 by Homeprime

  • Snezana from Serbia (9/10)

    The apartment includes a dedicated parking space within a secure underground garage, offering a convenient and safe parking solution in the bustling city of Krakow.

  • Roberto from Belgium (8/10)

    It was fast an easy to get the keys and check-in was done as agreed at the specified time.

  • Keith from Australia (9/10)

    The property is a couple of blocks from the main station and about 20 minutes walk to the main town square. Good bar/restaurant next door and lots of supermarkets very close.

  • Jaya from India (9/10)

    Conveniently located near the railway station. Clean, comfortable, well-furnished, spacious, quiet. Has a tram station right in front.

  • Ioana from Romania (9/10)

    Very comfy apartment situated pretty close to the center; underground garage was a big plus, for people who travel by car

  • Megan from United Kingdom (5/10)

    Close proximity to sights of Krakow, railway station and Galleria Krakowska
    Nicely tastefully furnished
    Dishwasher was a plus- two tablets provided
    Washing machine – 1 tablet provided
    Decent amount of plates/glasses etc
    Safe clean modern apartment building with secure entry
    Plus of private parking space in basement

  • Angelika from Poland (9/10)

    Lokalizacja

  • Taras from Ukraine (9/10)

    Дякую власникам! Дуже гарне помешкання. Відповідає фото. Знаходиться на 5 поверсі. Два великих ліфта, тож проблем з великими валізами не виникне. Власник прислав докладні інструкції щодо заселення і виселення. Все чітко і ясно. Підземний паркінг. В помешканні комфортна температура, що важливо, коли ви з дитиною. Поряд залізничний вокзал, торговий центр, Жабка, тож можна докупити необхідні дрібнички. Зовсім недалеко до Rynek Główny.
    Рекомендую!

  • Leticia from Spain (9/10)

    Bien ubicado. Bastante nuevo. Sofá-cama cómodo.
    Cuenta con todo lo necesario.

  • Martin from Slovakia (9/10)

    Dobrá poloha ubytovania vramci mesta, blízko centra do 10 minút pešo, blízko ubytovania sú rôzne zastávky MHD, obrovskou výhodou ubytovania je podzemná garáž s parkovacím miestom, ubytovanie bolo skvelé nič tam nechýbalo, upratané, hneď pri vchode je dobrá reštaurácia čo sa týka burgrov a neďaleko sú potraviny v galérii Krakow. Hodnotím bezchybne vzhľadom aj na dobrú cenu.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Planty: 600 m
  • Kamienica ASP: 650 m
  • Krakow Barbican: 700 m
  • Park Strzeleckiego: 750 m
  • Pałac Montelupich: 100 m
  • Plac Zabaw Kulkowo: 500 m
  • St. Florian’s Gate: 350 m
  • Zespół Klasztorny Misjonarzy: 500 m
  • Dom Izby Przemysłowo-Handlowej: 600 m
  • Zespół Klasztoru ss. Nazaretanek: 150 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Caffè Nero: 50 m
  • Restaurant Jadłodajnia Domowa: 50 m
  • Cafe/bar Green Caffe Nero-Szlak 77: 50 m

Top attractions:

  • Cloth Hall: 1.2 km
  • Town Hall Tower: 1.3 km
  • Main Market Square: 1.3 km
  • Wawel Royal Castle: 2 km
  • Wieliczka Salt Mine: 14 km
  • Adam Mickiewicz Monument: 1.2 km
  • Schindler Factory Museum: 3.4 km
  • National Museum of Krakow: 2.3 km
  • Historical Museum of Krakow: 1.3 km

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 Łobzów: 2.7 km
  • Train Krakow Central Railway Station: 150 m

Closest airports:

  • John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice: 16 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Living Area:

  • Desk

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Lift
  • Non-smoking rooms

Room Amenities:

  • Sofa bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Heating
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Polish

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided

Great for your stay:

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Washing machine
  • Shower
  • Private parking

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building
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House Rules at Szlak 50 by Homeprime

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 16:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • Until 11:00

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:

8.8

Comfort:

9.1

Location:

9.4

Free WiFi:

7.5

Facilities:

8.7

Cleanliness:

8.7

Value for money:

8.9