10 Basztowa 16, Old Town, 31-143 Kraków, Poland
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Z&M apartments – Cracow Old Town Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to Z&M apartments – Cracow Old Town, you’ll immediately notice how perfectly positioned this place is — I mean, you’re literally steps away from everything that matters in Kraków. The building sits on Basztowa Street, which honestly feels like you’ve stumbled into a postcard. This three-star property doesn’t try to be flashy, but what it lacks in bells and whistles, it more than makes up for with that unbeatable location score of 9.8.

Location & Neighborhood

You know what’s brilliant about staying here? You can roll out of bed and be at the Main Market Square in about three minutes on foot. I’m not exaggerating — couples consistently rate this spot a perfect 10 for romantic getaways, and after spending time here, I totally get why. The Old Town wraps around you like a medieval embrace, with cobblestone streets leading to hidden courtyards and that famous Cloth Hall just around the corner. Actually, being on Basztowa means you’re close to the Barbican too, which most tourists rush past but is genuinely worth lingering around, especially in the early morning when the light hits just right.

The Apartment Experience

Each apartment here feels more like borrowing a friend’s place than staying in typical hotel accommodation. The spaces are thoughtfully laid out — not huge, but cleverly designed so you don’t feel cramped. What I really appreciated was having a proper kitchenette where you can actually prepare a decent meal, which comes in handy when you want to grab fresh bread from the nearby bakeries and have breakfast while planning your day. The room layouts vary, but they all maintain that cozy, lived-in feeling that makes you want to stay longer than planned.

Practical Considerations

Let’s talk about the stuff that actually matters when you’re traveling. The 8.7 rating reflects what you’ll experience — solid, reliable, comfortable accommodation without any major surprises (good or bad). Parking in this part of Kraków can be tricky, so definitely check with them about options if you’re driving. The building itself has character — think original details mixed with modern necessities, though don’t expect cutting-edge amenities. What you get instead is authenticity and that rare feeling of actually living in the heart of one of Europe’s most beautiful cities.

Why Guests Love It

Honestly, it comes down to location, location, location — but also the way this place lets you experience Kraków like a temporary resident rather than a tourist passing through. You’ll find yourself popping back during the day to drop off shopping bags or grab a quick coffee break, something that’s impossible when you’re staying further out. The combination of being genuinely central (not just “close to the center” like so many places claim) and having apartment-style independence creates this perfect sweet spot for exploring the city at your own pace.

Apartments in Krakow provide travelers with authentic local experiences, allowing them to explore traditional Polish markets and cook with regional Galician specialties.

Z&M apartments – Cracow Old Town Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
One-Bedroom Apartmentdouble bed, 1 double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults
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Reviews of Z&M apartments – Cracow Old Town

  • Erik from Austria (9/10)

    Wonderful apartment, very friendly and responsive staff!

  • Wiljami from Finland (9/10)

    Absolutely perfect location and incredible value for money.

  • Zoltan from Hungary (9/10)

    Very well equipped, everything was clean. The host was very helpful and nice. Perfect location, very close to the old town.

  • Susan from Australia (7/10)

    Close to every thing

  • Vasilaki from Greece (1/10)

    Good location

  • Kalinka from Poland (8/10)

    Lokalizacja, przytulne mieszkanko, wszystko co trzeba było na miejscu.

  • Iwona from Poland (8/10)

    Świetna lokalizacja, blisko do centrum, blisko do dworca. W mieszkaniu znajdowały się wszystkie niezbędne przedmioty zarówno jeżeli chodzi o wyposażenie kuchni sypialni łazienki.

  • Joanna from Poland (9/10)

    Lokalizacja bardzo komfortowa, naprzeciw drzwi do kamienicy znajduje się przystanek tramwajowy, do dworca głównego jest 10 minut pieszo

  • Justyna from Poland (9/10)

    Polecam apartament,wszystko super i świetna lokalizacja

  • Rebecca from Italy (9/10)

    Posizione fantastica! Arredi molto belli, ambiente accogliente, cucina ben fornita con tutto ciò che serve. Il personale gentilissimo..Mi sono sentita a casa.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Planty: 0 m
  • Kamienica ASP: 50 m
  • Krakow Barbican: 300 m
  • Czartoryski Museum: 200 m
  • Krakow’s City Walls: 250 m
  • Pomnik Stanisława Kutrzeby: 150 m
  • Zespół Klasztorny Marków: 200 m
  • Mieszkanie – Pracownia nr 12: 50 m
  • Zespół Klasztorny Misjonarzy: 300 m
  • Dom Izby Przemysłowo-Handlowej: 0 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Bunny Cafe: 0 m
  • Restaurant Sham Falafel: 0 m
  • Restaurant Good Lood Basztowa: 0 m

Top attractions:

  • Cloth Hall: 600 m
  • Town Hall Tower: 650 m
  • Main Market Square: 600 m
  • St. Florian’s Gate: 400 m
  • Wawel Royal Castle: 1.4 km
  • Wieliczka Salt Mine: 13 km
  • Adam Mickiewicz Monument: 650 m
  • Schindler Factory Museum: 3.2 km
  • National Museum of Krakow: 1.6 km
  • Historical Museum of Krakow: 450 m

Natural beauty:

  • Forest Bonarka: 5 km

Ski lifts:

  • Krakow Valley I: 33 km
  • Krakow Valley II: 33 km
  • Siepraw Ski Lift: 24 km

Public transport:

  • Train Kraków Łobzów: 2.7 km
  • Train Krakow Central Railway Station: 850 m

Closest airports:

  • John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice: 16 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Seating Area

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Non-smoking rooms

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Hungarian
  • Polish

Safety & security:

  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Most popular facilities:

  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Lift
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building
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House Rules at Z&M apartments – Cracow Old Town

Pets:

  • Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

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 11:00

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 18

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:

8.8

Comfort:

8.9

Location:

9.6

Free WiFi:

8.8

Facilities:

8.6

Cleanliness:

8.4

Value for money:

8.5