Venice Lagoon Apartment

Hotel Description

So here’s the thing about Venice Lagoon Apartment – yeah, I know, the name’s a bit confusing since you’re actually in the heart of Krakow’s Old Town, not floating around Italy. But honestly? Once you’re settled in at this place on Józefa street, you’ll get why they went with something romantic-sounding.

I mean, the location alone is pretty incredible. You’re literally a two-minute walk from the main square, but tucked away on this quiet side street that most tourists just walk past without noticing. Józefa runs parallel to the main drag, so you get all the convenience without the constant clatter of horse-drawn carriages at 6 AM (trust me on this one – I learned the hard way about booking right on the square). The building itself has that classic Krakow charm – you know, the kind where you walk through an unassuming doorway and suddenly find yourself in this gorgeous courtyard that feels like a secret.

What really sold me on this place was how it actually feels like staying in someone’s well-appointed apartment rather than a sterile hotel room. The 4-star rating isn’t just marketing fluff – there’s legitimate attention to detail here. The kitchen setup is actually functional (shocking, I know), and they’ve got this thing figured out where everything feels homey but still properly cleaned and maintained. The internet works reliably, which honestly deserves a mention because Old Town buildings can be tricky with wifi. Parking’s always a nightmare in this part of Krakow, but the staff gave me solid directions to a decent spot about five minutes away – not advertised parking, but the kind of local knowledge that saves you circling for an hour.

You’re basically positioned perfectly for the Jewish Quarter too, which is just across the river. I’d walk over to Kazimierz for dinner most nights – maybe fifteen minutes on foot through some really lovely streets – then come back to this peaceful little bubble. The noise level here is just right; you’ll hear some life from the courtyard during the day, but it goes properly quiet by evening. Check-in was refreshingly straightforward, none of that awkward hovering around waiting for someone to show up with keys.

The 8.7 rating feels about right – it’s the kind of place that doesn’t have any major flaws, delivers on what it promises, and leaves you with that satisfied feeling rather than buyer’s remorse. It’s not trying to be the fanciest spot in town, but it nails the essentials while giving you a genuine feel for what living in Old Town Krakow might actually be like. If you’re the type who wants to duck out of the tourist chaos but still be close enough to join it whenever you feel like it, this works really well.

Krakow hotels provide guests with luxurious accommodations in Poland’s cultural capital, known for its perfectly preserved medieval architecture and rich royal history.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $101. Studio Apartment with 1 full bed and 1 sofa bed for Max. people: 2

Reviews

• Great – Antonina from Romania – August 5, 2025 (9/10)

  The location is great,close to the center and shops.Enough space for 3 people, comfortable beds, nice breakfast and view.The facilities are great(washing machine,toiletries,air con)
  
  What could be improved: The whole process of finding the apartament.The little box for the key is placed on the floor which is quite unusual and it was not mentioned in the message.Directions could use some improvement

• Exceptional – Ελλη from Greece – January 22, 2025 (10/10)

  Situated in the best part of Krakow. Full of bars and restaurants. Beautiful apartment.

• Exceptional – Emanuel from Kosovo – November 24, 2024 (10/10)

  The host provided clear directions to the perfect location. The apartment was fully equipped with everything needed for comfort, and the thoughtful breakfast offerings made mornings even better. Highly recommend

• Good value and good location near Old Town – Aki from Finland – July 7, 2024 (10/10)

  Very clean and nice apartment. Good communication and felt welcome.

• Very happy.. clean apartment in a great location.good price too – Zuzana from Czech Republic – June 24, 2024 (10/10)

  Very nice clean apartment with food ready in the fridge for breakfast.. great location…
  Call owner about parking and she helped us within minutes..

• Wonderful – Riccardo from Poland – December 14, 2023 (9/10)

  Nice cozy flat, the bed is really comfortable, I liked the breakfast options left in the fridge for us to choose.
  The position is really good with many restaurants 2 min away.
  The host is really kind and willing to help

• Wonderful – Matt from Australia – October 8, 2023 (9/10)

  Location was great. Room was fantastic.
  
  What could be improved: The trams going by we loud but the 5 year old love them.

• Exceptional – Aga from Poland – October 5, 2023 (10/10)

  Our apartment was super cosy and comfortable.
  Kazimierz is just a small walk away and so is the Krakow main square and Sukiennice 😁 ( less than 20min)
  Great place to make a home away from home.
  All the information needed in regards to property was clear and all emails were responded to very fast.

• Exceptional – Christian from Germany – August 27, 2023 (10/10)

  like to emphazise: Allthough breakfast was not expected we found breakfast for 2 days in the fridge – very friendly!
  
  What could be improved: tram in front of the house, but lokation was very close to Krakau historical center

• I would love to rent again. – Mustafa from Turkey – May 6, 2023 (10/10)

  best place to stay.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing.

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