Traveler’s Best Choice – Old Town Guesthouse – by Upstairs

Traveler’s Best Choice – Old Town Guesthouse – by Upstairs Overview

You know what? I’ve walked past this place probably a hundred times before actually staying there, and honestly, I wish I’d discovered it sooner. The Traveler’s Best Choice – Old Town Guesthouse sits right in the heart of things, and when I say heart, I mean you’re literally surrounded by the kind of cobblestone streets and centuries-old buildings that make you feel like you’ve stepped into a different era. The “by Upstairs” part of the name makes more sense when you see it – there’s this charming entrance that leads you up into what feels like a secret hideaway above all the street-level hustle.

What really got me was how the place manages to feel both historic and comfortable at the same time. I mean, you’re definitely in an old building (you can tell from the slightly uneven floors and the way the stairs creak in that satisfying, lived-in way), but everything’s been thoughtfully updated. My room had this perfect balance – original wooden beams overhead, but the bed was actually comfortable and the WiFi didn’t cut out every five minutes like some places in old quarters tend to do. The windows open right onto the maze of narrow streets below, and honestly, the people-watching is incredible. Early mornings are magical when the delivery trucks are making their rounds and the café owners are setting up their sidewalk tables, but evenings get pretty lively – just so you know if you’re a light sleeper.

The staff really knows their stuff about the neighborhood, which isn’t always a given at smaller places. When I asked about dinner recommendations, the front desk guy didn’t just rattle off the obvious tourist spots – he actually drew me a little map to this tiny family-run place tucked away in an alley I never would’ve found on my own. That’s the kind of local insight that makes a difference. Check-in was smooth (they were ready for me even though I arrived earlier than expected), and there’s something refreshing about a place that’s clearly focused on being a solid, no-nonsense base for exploring rather than trying to be everything to everyone. The 8.6 rating makes perfect sense – it’s not trying to be a luxury palace, but for what it is, it delivers exactly what you want: a genuine Old Town experience without the tourist trap feel, reasonable comfort, and that sense that you’re staying somewhere real locals actually know about.

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Reviews of Traveler’s Best Choice – Old Town Guesthouse – by Upstairs

• James from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Great location and really easy to access. Plenty of glasses and was great having a fridge, apartment was really clean and modern. Communication was also great and could message them for any questions with a fast response time.

• Emanuele from Italy (9/10)

  I love this apartment, it was comfortable and the staff was so kind, clear and helpful.
  The best position to see everything about the city

• Vitalii from Ukraine (9/10)

  Very clean and well-thought-out apartment with really attentive host team. They did all my requests fast, and I had many. Location is great, interior and furniture are new.

• Stephanie from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Very cute room with high ceilings and a modern bathroom with good shower pressure.

• S from Poland (9/10)

  welcome and understanding staff, no problem with communication when I wanted to extend my stay, not once but twice, clean, private apartment.

• Jane from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Close to the centre of Krakow and good restaurants- very well looked after. Good value. Excellent attention, very good prompt replies to messages. Excellent hot water and shower.

• Lisa from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Great location, very clean and had most things we needed.

• Myrna from Australia (9/10)

  Very convenient location . It was an apartment that was very comfortable with separate washing machine and dryer to use . It had a kettle and fridge in the room which made it easy to store food if need be and make a hot drink . It had the internet and TV had free Netflix which was great to watch something in English or any language. The hosts contacted me to make sure everything was ok and booked a tour I requested .

• Abdullah from Saudi Arabia (9/10)

  Very clean and tidy, there is an AC so it’s a good choice in summer season 😉 and the location is so perfect.

• Milica from Montenegro (9/10)

  The apartment was very modern and both royal style, the furniture was new and very comfortable, everything, espwcially sheets and towels, were clean. It has a balcony with the perfect view. The location is perfect, just a few minutes from the main Old Town square. We were really vwry happy with our hosts and everithing during our stay in Krakow.

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