ul. Wiślna 3/ 5a, Old Town, 31-007 Kraków, Poland
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Vinci Overview

Honestly, I wasn’t expecting much when I first walked into the Vinci – I mean, it’s a 3-star place, so you kind of brace yourself for the usual tired carpet and questionable Wi-Fi situation. But you know what really caught me off guard? The place actually has this quiet confidence about it that a lot of fancier hotels totally lack. The lobby isn’t trying too hard with marble everything or over-the-top chandeliers – it’s just clean, well-lit, and feels like someone actually thought about how real people move through a space.

The staff here genuinely seem to know what they’re doing, which sounds basic but trust me, it’s not always a given. Check-in was smooth (no weird credit card holds or confusing key card explanations), and when I asked about late checkout, they just made it happen without the usual song and dance. The rooms are… well, they’re what you’d hope for but don’t always get. Everything works – the shower has actual water pressure, the air conditioning doesn’t sound like a dying whale, and the bed is firm enough that you won’t wake up feeling like you slept in a hammock. The whole place is honestly just well-maintained in that way that tells you someone cares about the details. I noticed they’ve got good soundproofing too, which is huge if you’re a light sleeper like me.

What really surprised me though is how this place manages to punch way above its weight class – I mean, a 9.0 rating isn’t something you stumble into by accident. It’s not flashy, but everything just… works the way it should. The housekeeping is thorough without being intrusive, there’s always hot coffee in the lobby (decent stuff, not the usual hotel swill), and the whole vibe is just refreshingly straightforward. No hidden fees, no attitude at the front desk, no weird surprises when you’re trying to connect to the internet. Sometimes the best thing about a hotel is what doesn’t go wrong, you know? The Vinci gets that – it’s the kind of place where you can actually focus on why you’re traveling instead of dealing with hotel drama. If you’re looking for somewhere reliable that won’t blow your budget but also won’t make you question your life choices, this is honestly a solid pick.

Early hotels booking in Krakow requires advance planning during peak tourist seasons when visitors flock to see the city’s UNESCO-listed medieval center and royal landmarks.

Vinci Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Family Room1 double bed and 2 sofa beds for 4 adults
Family Room (3 Adults)1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults
Studio1 double bed and 2 sofa beds for 4 adults
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Reviews of Vinci

  • Doruk from Turkey (9/10)

    Perfect location, very attentive and kind host, everything you need for a short stay in the heart of Krakow .

  • Tracey from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Clean
    Near city centre
    Comfortable
    Warm

  • Gary from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Perfect location. Good value and ample amenities. And very helpful host.

  • Joseph from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Just what you need

  • Kimberley from United Kingdom (9/10)

    The location is amazing so close to everything, the lady who checked us in was wonderful very helpful and friendly. The property has everything you need for a weekend stay.

  • Dan from Romania (9/10)

    The location and the price value were excellent. The host was really helpful in answering our questions.

  • John from Ireland (9/10)

    Great location

  • Deborah from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Excellent location which was right by the main square and within walking distance of all the main attractions. Apartment was clean and comfortable and had a shared well equipped kitchen. This apartment is great for a short stay. This is set in an old building with an original dark wooden staircase which we found a bit difficult so would not recommend for anyone with mobility issues as there is no lift. The building is well secured. Anna met us at the apartment when we arrived and was very helpful and friendly and made us feel very welcome. We would definitely stay again.

  • Mouna from Morocco (8/10)

    Everything was good

  • John from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Location was brilliant

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Bursa: 10 m
  • Cloth Hall: 10 m
  • Town Hall Tower: 10 m
  • Main Market Square: 10 m
  • Kamienica Czeczotki: 10 m
  • Kamienica Tuczowska: 8 m
  • Kamienica Kromerowska: 1 m
  • Kamienica pod Blachą: 10 m
  • Kamienica pod Krukami: 10 m
  • Kamienica pod Kanarkiem: 9 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Faraon: 5 m
  • Restaurant Ottamam: 5 m
  • Restaurant Tre Sorelle: 5 m

Top attractions:

  • St. Florian’s Gate: 1.2 km
  • Wawel Royal Castle: 550 m
  • Wieliczka Salt Mine: 14 km
  • Adam Mickiewicz Monument: 250 m
  • Schindler Factory Museum: 2.9 km
  • National Museum of Krakow: 600 m
  • Historical Museum of Krakow: 250 m

Natural beauty:

  • Forest Bonarka: 4.3 km

Ski lifts:

  • Krakow Valley I: 31 km
  • Krakow Valley II: 32 km
  • Siepraw Ski Lift: 23 km

Public transport:

  • Train Kraków Zabłocie: 2.5 km
  • Train Krakow Central Railway Station: 1.6 km

Closest airports:

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

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Shared kitchen
  • Cleaning products

Bathroom:

  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Living Area:

  • Sofa

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Miscellaneous:

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms

Room Amenities:

  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Polish

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shower

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building
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House Rules at Vinci

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 14:00 to 22:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Cash only:

  • This property only accepts cash payments.

Check-out:

  • From 07:00 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:

9.4

Comfort:

8.7

Location:

9.9

Free WiFi:

9.5

Facilities:

8.6

Cleanliness:

9.0

Value for money:

9.2