21 Szewska, Old Town, 31-009 Kraków, Poland
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Urban Nest Apartments Party Szewska21 Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to Urban Nest Apartments Party Szewska21 on one of Kraków’s most charming cobblestone streets, you immediately get why this place has such a stellar location rating. I mean, you’re literally steps from the Main Market Square — I could hear the horse-drawn carriages clip-clopping past my window. The building itself has that classic Old Town character, though honestly, the “Party” in the name had me wondering what I was getting into at first.

The Heart of Old Town

This three-star property sits right on Szewska Street, which locals know as one of the best-preserved medieval streets in the city. You can walk to St. Mary’s Basilica in about two minutes, and the Cloth Hall is practically your neighbor. What’s really nice is that despite being so central, the street doesn’t get the crazy foot traffic of Floriańska — it’s more like you’re staying in a secret pocket of the Old Town that tourists haven’t completely overrun yet.

The Apartment Experience

Each apartment feels more like staying in a local’s place than a typical hotel room. The kitchen setup is actually pretty decent — I was able to make coffee in the morning and store some pierogi from the market for late-night snacking. The furnishings are modern but not trying too hard, and there’s enough space that couples (which apparently make up most of the guests here) won’t feel cramped. The WiFi works well, which honestly matters when you’re trying to figure out which milk bar to hit up next.

Practical Considerations

Now, let’s talk logistics — parking in Old Town is basically a myth, so plan accordingly. The good news is you really don’t need a car here; everything worth seeing is walkable, and the trams are right there when you want to venture beyond the medieval walls. The 7.3 rating feels about right — it’s not going to blow you away with fancy amenities, but it delivers exactly what you need for exploring the city. The building can get a bit noisy on weekends (hence the “Party” name, I suspect), but that’s sort of part of the Old Town charm.

Why Guests Love It

What really sells this place is the location — that 9.0 score isn’t just marketing fluff. You’re genuinely in the thick of things without paying five-star prices for the privilege. I loved being able to duck back to the apartment for a quick rest between exploring Wawel Castle and hitting up the bars in Kazimierz. Plus, there’s something satisfying about having your own little space with a proper kitchenette when you want to take a break from restaurant meals. For couples looking to experience authentic Kraków without breaking the bank, this spot hits that sweet spot between location and value.

Travelers should reserve a hotel in Krakow at least two months ahead for major events like cultural festivals, ensuring the best rates and prime locations near Market Square.

Urban Nest Apartments Party Szewska21 Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
One-Bedroom Apartment2 × 5 single beds, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 7 adults, 1 child
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Reviews of Urban Nest Apartments Party Szewska21

  • Michelle from United Kingdom (8/10)

    The apartment is located right in the centre of the town so everything you need is a short distance away. The apartment is very clean we felt very comfortable staying there, I would definitely recommend paying Krakow a visit it’s such a lovely place and staying at this lovely apartment we had a great time.

  • Den from Netherlands (7/10)

  • Daniel from Germany (8/10)

    The location is outrageous.

  • Tal from Israel (7/10)

    The location is very central, beds were comfortable and the apartment was clean

  • Yvonne from United Kingdom (4/10)

    The location was ideal

  • Lisa from Norway (1/10)

    Good pierogi nearby!

  • Batalevich from Turkey (8/10)

    The place is clean and spacious. Even though it's one room only, we (2 adults and 2 kids) could easily sleep there. Shower is good (important point for me).
    The location is amazing. Just open the entrance door, and you find yourself in a pub.
    Good value for a price.

  • Arij from Tunisia (9/10)

    The apartment was clean and tidy
    Perfect location
    Enough space for 6 people

  • Viktor from Czech Republic (2/10)

    Location is great

  • Brendan from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Great location!
    Great service.
    Very clean.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Planty: 0 m
  • Kamienica Czeczotki: 200 m
  • Kamienica Cyglarowska: 200 m
  • Kamienica pod Blachą: 200 m
  • Museum Kata Kacianora: 200 m
  • Collegium Nowodworskiego: 200 m
  • Dom Izby Rzemieślniczej: 150 m
  • Kamienica Ciemowiczowska: 200 m
  • Historical Museum of Krakow: 0 m
  • Kamienica pod Trzema Gwiazdami: 200 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Pod Grotami: 0 m
  • Restaurant Pizzatopia: 0 m
  • Restaurant Pierogarnia Krakowiacy: 10 m

Top attractions:

  • Cloth Hall: 250 m
  • Krakow Barbican: 800 m
  • Town Hall Tower: 300 m
  • Main Market Square: 200 m
  • St. Florian’s Gate: 1.1 km
  • Wawel Royal Castle: 1.1 km
  • Wieliczka Salt Mine: 14 km
  • Adam Mickiewicz Monument: 300 m
  • Schindler Factory Museum: 2.9 km
  • National Museum of Krakow: 1 km

Natural beauty:

  • Forest Bonarka: 4.6 km

Ski lifts:

  • Krakow Valley I: 31 km
  • Krakow Valley II: 31 km
  • Siepraw Ski Lift: 24 km

Public transport:

  • Train Kraków Zabłocie: 2.5 km
  • Train Krakow Central Railway Station: 1.5 km

Closest airports:

  • John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice: 15 km

Facilities

Kitchen:

  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Seating Area

Miscellaneous:

  • Non-smoking throughout

Room Amenities:

  • Sofa bed
  • Heating
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Polish
  • Russian
  • Ukrainian

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV

Most popular facilities:

  • Free WiFi
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House Rules at Urban Nest Apartments Party Szewska21

Pets:

  • Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

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

Check-out:

  • From 00:00 to 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:

7.8

Comfort:

7.5

Location:

9.1

Free WiFi:

5.0

Facilities:

7.4

Cleanliness:

7.9

Value for money:

7.8