Boya Żeleńskiego 4A – Better Rental

Hotel Description

You know what? I wasn’t expecting much from Boya Żeleńskiego 4A when I first booked it – I mean, the name alone sounds like you need a linguistics degree just to pronounce it correctly. But honestly, this little gem completely surprised me in the best possible way.

The thing about this place is that it sits right in one of those quietly perfect spots that locals probably don’t want tourists to discover. Żeleńskiego street itself is tree-lined and residential, which means you’re not dealing with the usual hotel chaos of tour buses and crowds gathering outside at 6 AM. I actually loved waking up to the sound of regular neighborhood life – people heading to work, the occasional dog walker, that sort of authentic morning rhythm you just can’t get in the touristy areas. The building has this understated charm that’s very Polish – solid, well-maintained, but not trying too hard to impress anyone.

What really won me over was how thoughtfully everything was set up inside. The Better Rental folks clearly know what actual travelers need, not just what looks good in photos. The Wi-Fi actually works (I’m talking proper speed for video calls), there’s enough electrical outlets that you’re not playing musical chairs with your devices, and – this is huge – the shower has real water pressure. I mean, it’s amazing how many places get these basics wrong. The kitchen setup was particularly smart; they’d stocked it with quality essentials rather than the usual collection of mismatched, barely functional stuff you usually find in rentals. Even had proper coffee, which saved my mornings more than once.

The neighborhood really grows on you too. There’s this little bakery about two blocks down that locals clearly frequent – you can tell because there’s always a line of people speaking rapid Polish and looking slightly impatient with anyone taking too long to order. Perfect for morning pastries if you’re into that early routine. For groceries, there’s a decent shop within walking distance, though I’d recommend grabbing heavier items on your way back rather than making a special trip. Parking was surprisingly manageable for this part of the city – another one of those details that makes a real difference when you’re actually living somewhere for a few days rather than just passing through.

Look, it’s rated 3 stars officially, but honestly? That rating system doesn’t capture what makes a place actually comfortable. This spot nails the fundamentals while keeping that lived-in feeling that makes you want to stay longer than planned. The 9.8 rating from guests makes perfect sense once you’ve been there – it’s not trying to be fancy, it’s just genuinely well-run and thoughtfully designed for real people. If you’re looking for marble lobbies and concierge service, keep looking. But if you want a solid base that feels more like staying in a friend’s well-organized apartment than a generic hotel room, this is your spot.

Rooms

• One-Bedroom Apartment with 2 × 1 large double bed for 2 adults

Reviews

• Olga from Poland (10/10)

  It was a great stay. Perfect apartment and location. We absolutely loved the interior design

• Melnychuk from Poland (10/10)

• Pietro from Austria (10/10)

• Ireneusz from Poland (10/10)

• Yurii from Poland (9/10)

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