Krochmalna Red Apartment

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about the Krochmalna Red Apartment? It’s actually in one of those up-and-coming parts of Warsaw that most tourists completely miss. I mean, Wola isn’t exactly the Old Town with its picture-perfect squares, but honestly – that’s what makes it interesting. The building sits right on Krochmalna Street, and if you’re into Warsaw’s Jewish heritage, you’re literally walking where Isaac Bashevis Singer grew up (there’s even a plaque somewhere nearby). The apartment itself has this modern, clean vibe that feels more like staying at a design-conscious friend’s place than a typical hotel. The red accents they’ve got going on aren’t overwhelming – just enough to give it personality without making you feel like you’re sleeping inside a tomato. Check-in was surprisingly smooth, though I’d recommend confirming the exact process beforehand since it’s not your standard front-desk situation.

What I really appreciated was how quiet it gets at night, especially considering you’re still pretty central. During the day there’s normal city buzz – trams clanking by, people heading to work – but come evening, Krochmalna settles down nicely. The apartment’s got everything you actually need without trying to impress you with fancy stuff you’ll never use. Kitchen’s functional if you want to grab groceries from the Żabka down the street (there’s always a Żabka), and the Wi-Fi doesn’t cut out every five minutes like some places I’ve stayed. Parking can be a bit of a puzzle in this area – street spots fill up fast, but there are paid options within walking distance if you’re driving.

Location-wise, you’re about a 15-minute walk to the Warsaw Uprising Museum, which is absolutely worth your time, and getting to the city center is pretty straightforward with public transport. The 22 tram becomes your best friend – takes you straight toward the Palace of Culture and all that central Warsaw chaos. I found myself actually enjoying the slightly residential feel of coming “home” to Wola after days spent tourist-ing around the busier parts of the city. The neighborhood has this authentic Warsaw energy without being sanitized for visitors, if that makes sense. Sure, it’s not luxury level – the 4-star rating feels about right, maybe even generous depending on what you’re comparing it to – but for the price point and the experience of staying somewhere that feels genuinely local, I’d definitely consider booking here again. Just don’t expect room service or a concierge, because that’s not what this place is about.

To book a hotel in Warsaw during major European summits, travelers need early planning as this political capital draws visitors eager to experience its reconstructed old town and modern business districts.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $91. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 full bed, 1 bunk bed and 1 sofa bed for Max. people: 4

Reviews

• Всё понравилось – Fandy from Lithuania – August 12, 2025 (8/10)

  Очень хорошое место расположения
  
  What could be improved: Нету вентилятора или кондиционера

• Consiglio! – Fanelli from Italy – June 25, 2025 (8/10)

  L'appartamento è molto accogliente e dove ho alloggiato io con i miei amici, avevamo una bellissima vista di notte! Provvisto di tutto!
  
  What could be improved: Unica pecca è stata trovare la stanza a causa del numero di stanza sbagliato nella chiave, quindi abbiamo fatto un po' di via e vai! Ma per il resto tutto perfetto!

• Сподобалось – Mykola from Ukraine – September 1, 2023 (9/10)

  Гарне розташування. Недалеко до метро. Поряд є базар з овочами та фруктами. Biedronka прямо біля апартаментів. Було чисто. Квартира в гарному стані.
  
  What could be improved: Трохи був квест поки знайшли ключ від квартири, але це ми самі не досить ретельно вивчили інструкцію яку нам надіслали щодо поселення.
  Але коли ми зателефонували власнику нам все докладно пояснили.

• Fair – Marcin from Poland – July 10, 2024 (5/10)

  Lokalizacja, organizacja zakwaterowania.
  
  What could be improved: Brak ciepłej wody pod prysznicem, brak internetu (awaria).

• Poor – Mikelczuk from Poland – August 3, 2024 (3/10)

  Lokalizacja jest bardzo dobra i widok był bardzo fajny. Odległość od stadionu była przyjemnie krótka
  
  What could be improved: Mimo opisu w ofercie mieszkanie nie posiadało klimatyzacji, a dodatkowo przez cały pobyt dwudniowy nie było ciepłej wody w łazience, o czym nie zostaliśmy uprzedzeniu

• Wonderful – Юлія from Ukraine – May 23, 2025 (9/10)

• Exceptional – Alex from Belarus – January 1, 2025 (10/10)

• Polecam – Emil from Poland – May 4, 2024 (10/10)

• Exceptional – Andžejs from Latvia – November 21, 2023 (10/10)

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