Hotel Metropol

Hotel Description

You know what? Hotel Metropol really surprised me. I mean, when you’re walking down Marszałkowska – which, let’s be honest, can feel pretty hectic with all the trams and construction – you might miss this place if you’re not paying attention. It’s tucked in at 99a, sort of nestled between some newer buildings, but once you step inside, there’s this immediate sense of… well, relief, I guess? The lobby isn’t trying too hard to impress anyone, which I actually appreciated. It’s got that lived-in feeling that makes you think real people stay here, not just tourists with guidebooks glued to their hands. The staff at check-in spoke decent English (my Polish is terrible, honestly), and they seemed genuinely helpful rather than just going through the motions.

The rooms are what you’d expect from a solid 3-star place – nothing fancy, but everything works. The bed was surprisingly comfortable, and I slept really well despite being right in Śródmieście. You might catch some street noise during the day, but it dies down pretty nicely at night. What I loved was how close everything felt without being overwhelming. You can walk to the Palace of Culture in maybe ten minutes, and there’s this great little milk bar – Bar Mleczny Familijny – just a few blocks away where locals actually eat (not just tourists taking Instagram photos). The shower had proper water pressure, which honestly matters more than fancy toiletries when you’ve been walking around Warsaw all day. One small thing that bugged me was the elevator – it’s one of those old, slow ones that makes you wonder if you should just take the stairs, but hey, it adds character, right?

Here’s what really sold me on this place though – the location is actually perfect for getting a feel for real Warsaw. You’re not stuck in some sanitized hotel district; you’re right where the city breathes. There’s a Żabka convenience store practically next door (lifesaver for late-night snacks), and the metro station at Świętokrzyska is close enough that you can easily get anywhere in the city. I found myself just wandering the neighborhood in the evenings, discovering these little cafes and bookshops that you’d never find if you were staying in one of those big chain hotels near the airport. The front desk guy – I think his name was Tomasz – actually gave me directions to this amazing pierogi place that wasn’t in any of my travel apps. That’s the kind of local knowledge you get when you stay somewhere that feels connected to its neighborhood rather than floating above it. Sure, it’s not going to win any design awards, but for the price and the genuine Warsaw experience? I’d definitely stay here again.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $95. Standard Double Room with 1 full bed for Max. people: 2
• Estimated price from: $95. Standard Twin Room with 2 twin beds for Max. people: 2
• Estimated price from: $116. Executive Double or Twin Room with 1 full bed and 2 twin beds for Max. people: 2
• Estimated price from: $192. Family Room (1 Adult + 2 Children) with 1 sofa bed and 1 queen bed for Max. people: 3
• Estimated price from: $218. Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children) with 1 sofa bed and 1 queen bed for Max. people: 3
• Estimated price from: $95. Standard Single Room with 1 full bed for Max. people: 1
• Estimated price from: $116. Executive Single Room with 1 twin bed for Max. people: 1

Reviews

• Exceptional – Lorena from Romania – August 12, 2025 (10/10)

  everything was very good

• Great stay close to Warszawa Centralna – Iryna from Ukraine – August 11, 2025 (10/10)

  We're staying at the hotel Metropol for the second time — it's super convenient, a short walking distance from the central railway station, the rooms are tidy, well-equipped and quiet. Everything you need to have a good rest while in Warsaw.

• Very Good – Dzmitry from Cyprus – August 11, 2025 (8/10)

  Location is very good, noise is not a big deal, price is adequate
  
  What could be improved: Breakfast was good, but I missed fried eggs (not omelette) with bacon.

• Great for business and leisure. – Piotr from Germany – August 11, 2025 (9/10)

  Perfect location @ reasonable price. You cant get anything better than that in the center of Warsaw. 30 minutes walk to Old Town. Plenty of restaurants nearby. Small, but bright, very quiet and tidy room with a view! Outstanding comfort. I will be back!

• Good – Kotryna from Lithuania – August 6, 2025 (7/10)

  Good restaurant, clean room
  
  What could be improved: The room had strange smell, there was a lot of noise from the street (however, there were earplugs available)

• Wonderful – Ben from United Kingdom – August 5, 2025 (9/10)

  Great location near Warsaw central train station and a reasonable walk to the castle/old town.
  Able to borrow a hotel umbrella which came in handy when sightseeing.
  Good breakfast selection.
  
  What could be improved: Can hear the trains arriving underground – they did provide ear plugs

• Couldn't as for more .. Thank you for the lovely stay – Anthony from Malta – August 4, 2025 (8/10)

  excellent location, very clean and breakfast was fantastic
  
  What could be improved: na

• Comfortable hotel near central station – Colin from United Kingdom – August 3, 2025 (9/10)

  Convenient location near central station, clean well equipped rooms, excellent breakfast
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Exceptional – Nataliia from Ukraine – July 31, 2025 (10/10)

  All very good
  
  What could be improved: All very good

• Perfect stay in Warsaw – Maca from Slovakia – July 28, 2025 (10/10)

  Nice, clean hotel in the city centre of Warsaw..

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