Lovely Apartment In The Heart of Warsaw

Hotel Description

You know what? When I first saw the address – right on Old Town Market Square – I honestly thought this might be one of those tourist traps that looks amazing in photos but feels completely artificial once you’re there. I mean, being literally on the main square in Warsaw’s reconstructed medieval heart seemed almost too good to be true. But after staying here for a long weekend last spring, I can tell you it’s actually the real deal, even if it comes with some quirks you should know about.

The apartment itself is tucked into one of those narrow townhouses that line the square – you’ll walk past about a dozen restaurants with outdoor seating just to reach the entrance, which is both fantastic and slightly chaotic depending on the time of day. The space feels genuinely lived-in rather than sterile (there’s this worn wooden dining table that I absolutely loved), and the windows facing the square give you front-row seats to all the street performers and wedding photo shoots that happen constantly out there. Fair warning though – if you’re a light sleeper, pack earplugs. The cobblestones amplify every footstep, and weekend nights can get pretty lively with people bar-hopping between Zapiecek and all the other spots right below you. I actually grew to love the sounds after the first night – it felt like being part of the city’s rhythm rather than just observing it from some generic hotel room.

What really sold me on this place was how it connects you to the neighborhood beyond just the obvious tourist stuff. Sure, you’re thirty seconds from the Royal Castle and can grab those famous zapiekanka from the street vendors without putting on shoes, but you’re also close enough to walk to Krakowskie Przedmieście for proper shopping, or duck into one of the milk bars on the side streets when you want cheap, authentic Polish food instead of the pricier square restaurants. The host left this handwritten list of recommendations that included a tiny bookshop on Piwna Street and a coffee roaster that locals actually use – those kinds of details that make you feel less like a tourist with a camera. Parking is honestly a nightmare if you’re driving (I ended up using a garage about ten minutes away), but the tram connections are solid, and you can walk to most of central Warsaw anyway. The 4-star rating feels about right – it’s comfortable and charming without being fancy, though the bathroom could use some updating and the WiFi gets spotty when it rains. But honestly, when you’re sipping morning coffee while watching the square come alive with vendors setting up their stalls, those minor issues fade pretty quickly. It’s the kind of place that makes you feel like you’re actually staying in Warsaw rather than just visiting it.

To book hotel in Warsaw during the famous Warsaw Autumn music festival season, visitors should make reservations well in advance as the city attracts history enthusiasts and cultural travelers from around the world.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $146. Two-Bedroom Apartment with 2 × 1 queen bed for Max. people: 4

Reviews

• Nice and cosy – perfect location, in the heart of old town – Rafal from United Kingdom – March 18, 2024 (9/10)

  Nice and cosy – perfect location, in the heart of old town

• Wonderful – Dario from Italy – December 19, 2022 (9/10)

  The apartment is comfortable and located in the heart of the historical centre…..Quiet and well heated even although the temperature in Warsaw was cold…..The view of the snowy square from the living room window was truly impressive !! having breakfast outside the door in the morning was a nice start to the day.
  
  What could be improved: I would recommend the property to provide guests with a more stocked courtesy kit such as soap, the dispenser in the upper bathroom was empty, toilet paper, a few more pillows because they were really thin…..I would like to point out that they immediately provided for my request for soap and towels!

• Beautifully decorated and located, very comfortable, would recommend but keep in mind it is on the 4th floor with no lif – Angelique from United Kingdom – November 21, 2022 (8/10)

  Very central in the old town and beautifully decorated.
  
  What could be improved: On the 4th floor but this was not included in the description

• Very Good – Julieta from Germany – March 11, 2024 (8/10)

  The location is unbeatable. The apartment is very pleasant and well maintained. The service of being able to self-check in is great and the host sent us all the detailed information on time 🙂
  
  What could be improved: The rooms do not have windows, the staircase is very narrow (I do not recommend it if you have mobility problems), and the upstairs room has a "panel" through which sunlight enters and does not allow you to sleep beyond 8 am. .. We would have appreciated if they left hand towels, since we only had one large towel for each one and it was uncomfortable not having a personal hand towel.

• We wholeheartedly recommend this place. – Ström from Finland – October 8, 2022 (9/10)

  Elegant and cozy. Everything you need and more, including smart-tv and two toilets. Perfect location. Breakfast is a big plus.
  
  What could be improved: To get a cab you have to walk outside of the protected old town, but it's not that far.
  Lots of stairs and no elevator.

• Beautiful apartment in the heart of the old town – Christina from United Kingdom – June 22, 2024 (10/10)

  Lovely spacious and clean
  
  What could be improved: Up 4 flights of stairs no lift

• The apartment in the heart of Warsaw on two floors offers a unique experience. The central location – Stefano from Italy – December 23, 2023 (10/10)

  Everything
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Exceptional – Dorota from United Kingdom – November 29, 2022 (10/10)

  location

• Overall disappointed with the facilities but very happy with the location. – Leah from Saudi Arabia – May 28, 2025 (4/10)

  Location was superb, building had character and in the heart of the old town.
  
  What could be improved: The apartment was a lot smaller than the pictures suggested, there were also several maintenance issues, the shower drain did not work so every time we tried to shower the bathroom flooded. Handrails on the extremely steep stairs/ladder to the upstairs bedroom was detaching from the wall, skylight in the bedroom woke us up very early every morning, only one toilet paper roll for 4 people for 3 days, liquid soap was empty in the house and pillows were very flat!
  Also no access to heating in the house it was turned off. Overall disappointed with the facilities but very happy with the location.

• In conclusion, we were disappointed by the inconsistencies in the provision of amenities, the lack of responsiveness to – Arina from Latvia – September 11, 2023 (2/10)

  Design, interior
  
  What could be improved: My friends and I, a group of four girls, stayed in your apartment for three nights, and unfortunately, our experience left much to be desired.
  
  First and foremost, we were provided with an inadequate supply of essential amenities. Despite the fact that your policy states that hygiene items are provided only for one night's stay, we were surprised to find that we were given just two toilet paper rolls for four people over three nights. This inconsistency in providing for guests staying longer durations is not only unfair but also quite inconvenient.
  
  Moreover, we discovered that the apartment lacked basic supplies such as kitchen towels, even though we found an item designated for them in the kitchen area. Additionally, there was no soap provided in either the bathrooms or the kitchen.
  
  Furthermore, our request for an earlier check-in, which we made during the booking process, was denied without any explanation. However, upon calling the property, we were informed that our room was already prepared. This miscommunication demonstrates a lack of attention to guest requests and a disregard for our time and convenience.
  
  Taxis were unable to pick us up nearby, requiring us to walk to and from the apartment each time. This inconvenience should be made clear to guests during the booking process.

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