95 Starowiślna, Old Town, 31-052 Kraków, Poland
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Urban Nest Apartments Starowiślna 95 Overview

So here’s the thing about Urban Nest Apartments on Starowiślna – it’s one of those places that grows on you, you know? I’ll be honest, when I first walked up to number 95, I wasn’t expecting much from a 3-star spot. But honestly, sometimes these unassuming places end up being exactly what you need.

The location is actually pretty clever if you think about it. Starowiślna isn’t one of those streets tourists automatically know, but it runs parallel to the main drag toward the Old Town, which means you’re close enough to walk everywhere but far enough to avoid the constant buzz of tour groups. I mean, you can literally be at the Main Square in maybe ten minutes on foot, but when you come back in the evening, it’s considerably quieter. The building itself has that Eastern European apartment block vibe – not Instagram-pretty, but solid and unpretentious. What I really appreciated was how they’ve converted these spaces into proper apartments rather than just sticking beds in rooms and calling it good. You get an actual kitchen (with a decent-sized fridge, thank god), and the living areas feel like someone actually lives there, not like a hotel showroom.

The 7.6 rating makes sense to me – it’s not going to blow your mind, but there’s nothing fundamentally wrong with it either. The Wi-Fi works well enough for video calls, the hot water is reliable, and honestly, the beds are more comfortable than I expected. One thing that surprised me was how thick the walls are in these old buildings; I barely heard my neighbors, which is saying something since I’m usually pretty sensitive to noise. Check-in was straightforward too, though I’d recommend confirming the exact process beforehand since it’s not a traditional hotel setup. The staff I dealt with spoke solid English and actually seemed to care about helping rather than just going through the motions. What really sold me on the place was the little details – proper blackout curtains (seriously underrated when you’re dealing with jet lag), decent water pressure in the shower, and enough electrical outlets that you’re not constantly unplugging things to charge your phone. It’s not luxury by any stretch, but it’s thoughtfully done. If you’re the type who values having your own space to spread out over fancy amenities you’ll barely use, this could be exactly what you’re looking for. Plus, being in an actual neighborhood means you’ll stumble across local cafes and shops that aren’t specifically targeting tourists, which honestly makes the whole experience feel more authentic.

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Urban Nest Apartments Starowiślna 95 Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
One-Bedroom Apartment2 × 4 single beds, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 6 adults, 1 child
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Reviews of Urban Nest Apartments Starowiślna 95

  • Zoltan from Hungary (7/10)

    Not expensive, not too far from the old town, nice view to the southern part of the city, decent kitchen

  • Yurii from United Kingdom (8/10)

    Location

  • Rafael from Poland (6/10)

  • Rafsan from Sweden (6/10)

  • Wostra from Czech Republic (3/10)

    Location

  • Lazari from Poland (1/10)

    Nothing

  • Dmytro from Ukraine (3/10)

    Location is good, very close to cyber centre

  • Anna from Ukraine (3/10)

    Near the city center.

  • Anonymous from Lithuania (7/10)

    Not expensive, not too far from the old town, nice view to the southern part of the city, decent kitchen

  • Laura from Spain (7/10)

    Cumplía con lo que prometía a nivel de instalaciones. Es cierto que es un 5o sin ascensor, pero ya lo sabíamos de antemano. Está bien por lo que se paga.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Kino Wisła: 550 m
  • Mykwa Wielka: 400 m
  • Gazownia Krakowska: 550 m
  • Elektrownia Krakowska: 100 m
  • Galicia Jewish Museum: 150 m
  • Zespół Synagogi Starej: 300 m
  • Zespół Zajezdni Tramwajowej: 300 m
  • Fabryka Stolarska Steinbergów: 200 m
  • Ghetto Heroes Square in Krakow: 500 m
  • Zespół Klasztorny Kanoników Laterańskich: 600 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Sami AM Am: 50 m
  • Restaurant Ristorantino: 10 m
  • Restaurant Cukiernia Starowicz: 40 m

Top attractions:

  • Cloth Hall: 1.7 km
  • Town Hall Tower: 1.7 km
  • Main Market Square: 1.7 km
  • St. Florian’s Gate: 2.3 km
  • Wawel Royal Castle: 1.6 km
  • Wieliczka Salt Mine: 11 km
  • Adam Mickiewicz Monument: 1.6 km
  • Schindler Factory Museum: 950 m
  • National Museum of Krakow: 2.7 km
  • Historical Museum of Krakow: 1.9 km

Natural beauty:

  • Forest Bonarka: 3.2 km

Ski lifts:

  • Chelm Ski Lift: 35 km
  • Krakow Valley I: 46 km
  • Siepraw Ski Lift: 21 km

Public transport:

  • Train Kraków Podgórze: 1.4 km
  • Train Kraków Zabłocie: 650 m

Closest airports:

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

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer

Living Area:

  • Sofa

Miscellaneous:

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor & View:

  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Heating

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Polish
  • Russian
  • Ukrainian

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
  • View
  • Kitchen
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bath or shower
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House Rules at Urban Nest Apartments Starowiślna 95

Pets:

  • Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

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:

8.2

Comfort:

7.7

Location:

8.8

Free WiFi:

6.3

Facilities:

7.1

Cleanliness:

7.6

Value for money:

7.9