51 Kazimierza Wielkiego, Krowodrza, 30-074 Kraków, Poland
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Zen Apartment – LoftAffair Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to Zen Apartment – LoftAffair on Kazimierza Wielkiego street, you immediately get that “this is different” feeling. It’s not your typical hotel setup — this three-star property feels more like staying at a design-savvy friend’s place than checking into another generic accommodation. The building itself has that solid, pre-war Polish architecture that makes Kraków so appealing, but inside you’ll find something refreshingly modern and thoughtfully put together.

The Space

The apartment layout is honestly what sets this place apart from standard hotel rooms. You get a proper living area that doesn’t feel cramped, and the loft-style design actually works — I mean, some places try too hard with the industrial thing, but here it feels natural. The kitchen setup is surprisingly well-equipped for a place at this price point, which is great if you want to grab some fresh bread from the local bakery and make coffee the way you like it. The sleeping area has enough space to spread out your stuff without living out of a suitcase, and honestly, after a day of walking around Kraków’s cobblestone streets, having that extra room to relax makes all the difference.

Location Perks

Here’s what I really appreciate about the Krowodrza neighborhood — you’re close enough to the action but not stuck in the tourist chaos of the Old Town. It’s maybe a 15-minute walk to the main square, which sounds like nothing until you realize you can actually sleep at night without drunk groups stumbling past your window. The area has this lived-in feel where you’ll see locals doing their daily shopping, and there’s a decent selection of cafés and small restaurant spots that don’t scream “tourist trap.” Plus, if you need to get around the city, the tram connections from here are actually pretty solid.

Practical Details

The 9.1 rating isn’t just numbers on a screen — you can feel it in the small details that actually matter when you’re traveling. The WiFi works properly (I know, basic stuff, but you’d be surprised), and the place stays quiet even though you’re in the city. Parking can be a bit of a puzzle in this part of Kraków, but the hosts seem to know the area well and can point you in the right direction. The whole check-in process is straightforward, and they’re responsive if something comes up during your stay.

Why Guests Love It

What really comes through in the feedback — especially from couples — is that this place gives you space to actually enjoy each other’s company rather than just crash between sightseeing sessions. You know what I mean? Sometimes hotel rooms feel so temporary that you never really settle in, but here you can cook a simple meal together, have morning coffee without rushing, and plan your day without sitting on the edge of a bed. It’s that balance of having your own space while still being connected to what makes Kraków special that keeps people coming back and rating their stays so highly.

Zen Apartment – LoftAffair Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Apartment2 × 1 large double bed, 6 × 1 sofa bed, 2 × 4 and sofa bed for 10 adults
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Reviews of Zen Apartment – LoftAffair

  • Darya from United Kingdom (10/10)

    Very comfortable apartment, with all amenities. It was warm (there are air conditioners for hot weather). The location of the apartment is very convenient, there is a bus stop within a 3-minute walk (5-7 minutes drive) . you can walk to the center about 20 min.

  • Abdulrahman from Saudi Arabia (10/10)

    Everything was perfect

  • Andy from United Kingdom (9/10)

    The apartment is amazing. Absolutely beautiful
    Comfy beds
    Sunny balcony (no photos but was quite big)
    20 minutes walk to square the trams run often and are cheap definitely worth using.

  • Iuliia from Ukraine (10/10)

    very clean, cozy, comfortable and spacious apartment..

  • Artem from United Kingdom (10/10)

    Everything spot on. Perfect

  • Kamil from Poland (4/10)

  • Ryan from Ireland (7/10)

    Nice apartment

  • Abdulla from United Arab Emirates (1/10)

    Nothing

  • Tobias from Norway (9/10)

    Meget moderne med fine rom og fasiliteter. Det var et komplett kjøkken med de fleste kjøkkenredskaper som gjorde det mulig å lage egen middag. Veldig god beliggenhet og enkelt å komme seg inn. Stort pluss med egen parkeringsplass.

  • Lenka from Czech Republic (10/10)

    Skvělá lokalita, kousek od zastávky MHD, před domem obchod se smíšeným zbožím.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Dom Szancerów: 1 km
  • Park Kleparski: 1.5 km
  • Ławeczka nr 2: 800 m
  • Zespół Pałacyku: 1 km
  • Młynówka Królewska: 750 m
  • Plac Zabaw Kmieca i Mazowiecka: 300 m
  • Plac Zabaw przy ul. Bydgoskiej: 850 m
  • Park Kieszonkowy Ogród Kwietny: 900 m
  • Park Kieszonkowy – Ogród Literacki: 500 m
  • Zespół Klasztorny Karmelitanek Bosych: 850 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Na Ciacho: 150 m
  • Restaurant Felix Chicken: 250 m
  • Restaurant Pizzeria To!Pizza: 200 m

Top attractions:

  • Cloth Hall: 1.9 km
  • Krakow Barbican: 2.1 km
  • Town Hall Tower: 2 km
  • Main Market Square: 1.9 km
  • St. Florian’s Gate: 2 km
  • Wawel Royal Castle: 2.7 km
  • Wieliczka Salt Mine: 15 km
  • Schindler Factory Museum: 4.6 km
  • National Museum of Krakow: 1.9 km
  • Historical Museum of Krakow: 1.8 km

Natural beauty:

  • Forest Bonarka: 5 km

Ski lifts:

  • Krakow Valley I: 29 km
  • Krakow Valley II: 29 km
  • Siepraw Ski Lift: 24 km

Public transport:

  • Train Kraków Łobzów: 1.4 km
  • Train Krakow Central Railway Station: 2.1 km

Closest airports:

  • John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice: 13 km

Facilities

Shops:

  • Minimarket on site
  • Barber/beauty shop

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom:

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

Outdoors:

  • Balcony

Transport:

  • Shuttle service Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle Additional charge

Activities:

  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Pub crawls Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries Additional charge Off-site
  • Cycling Off-site
  • Hiking Off-site

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Breakfast in the room
  • Room service
  • 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
  • Polish

Safety & security:

  • Key access

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • 24-hour front desk

Great for your stay:

  • Parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Balcony
  • Pets allowed
  • Bath
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchenette
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building

Parking Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).:

  • Parking garage
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House Rules at Zen Apartment – LoftAffair

Pets:

  • Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

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

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:

8.9

Comfort:

9.5

Location:

9.0

Free WiFi:

10

Facilities:

9.0

Cleanliness:

9.4

Value for money:

9.0