Mariensztat 21A/8, Sródmiescie, 00-302 Warsaw, Poland
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Hotel Description

Honestly, when I first heard the name “Mieszkanko koło Zamku” (basically “Little Place by the Castle”), I wasn’t expecting much – I mean, it sounds almost too quaint, you know? But walking up to this 3-star spot, you immediately get why they chose that name. The castle looms right there, and I’m talking close enough that you can actually hear the tour groups during the day, though it quiets down beautifully in the evenings when the golden hour light hits those old stones.

The thing about this place is that it feels like someone’s grandmother decided to rent out her best rooms – and I mean that in the absolute best way. The 9.4 rating makes total sense once you’re inside, because while it’s not fancy-schmancy, everything just works perfectly. The floors have that satisfying creak of old wood that’s been well-maintained, and the windows (they’re these charming older ones that you actually have to unlatch) frame the castle views like they were designed by an artist. I spent way too much time just sitting by the window with my morning coffee, watching the early joggers and dog walkers before the tourist crowds arrived.

What really won me over was the attention to details that actually matter when you’re traveling. The shower had proper water pressure – thank god, because you know how hit-or-miss that can be in older European buildings. There’s this little kitchenette area that’s stocked with actual useful stuff, not just the bare minimum. And here’s something you don’t often get: the bed was positioned so you could lie there and still see the castle lit up at night. Pure genius, honestly. The owner clearly knows this neighborhood inside and out because there were these handwritten notes about which bakery opens earliest (crucial information) and when the castle grounds are least crowded. Street parking can be a bit of a hunt during peak season – I learned that the hard way – but there are spots if you’re willing to walk a few minutes, and the area feels completely safe even late at night. You’ll hear church bells marking the hours, which sounds romantic until 6 AM, but somehow even that becomes charming after a day or two. It’s one of those places where the imperfections become part of the charm, and honestly, I’ve stayed in five-star hotels that left me with fewer fond memories than this little gem by the castle.

Hotels near me in Warsaw offer convenient access to the city center, where guests can easily walk to Royal Castle, Market Square, and vibrant cultural venues.

Rooms

  • Apartment with Balcony with 2 × 1 large double bed for 2 adults
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Reviews

  • Anna from Australia (10/10)

    I LOVED THIS PLACE! The perfect apartment in the perfect location. A small park was the view from the balcony and the Old Town minutes away. I stayed for a week and felt like a local. Warsaw is divine.

  • Amber from United Kingdom (9/10)

    The property is warm, cosy and in the perfect location. So close to old town, really quiet and easy to access, and in walking distance to everywhere else.

  • Karina from Lithuania (10/10)

    Everything was perfect

  • Guest from United Kingdom (10/10)

    Kind, communicative hosts. Let me know if check in was available sooner which was appreciated.

    Provided sachets of shampoo, (helpful and a rarity from the many apartments I've stayed at whilst in Poland) hand soap, good bedding and towels.
    Good blackout curtains, again not readily come across in Poland so I was grateful for these.
    also privacy curtains that allowed light in but gave privacy too.

    Traditionally styled room with a homely feel.
    So glad to have had a microwave really makes your stay easier.

    Great expansive view of the calm park with balcony looking onto greenery.

    Located at the main square just off the main street that serves all touristic needs.
    Can either reach through gradual sloped stairs or descent the staircase, walk down the road pavement and cut through the park.

    Was only a night but seemed a quiet residential building.

  • Clare from United Kingdom (10/10)

    Fantastic traditional Polish apartment in a super location. Great facilities and everything was good quality. Perfect for a couple, single traveller or close friends, small but perfectly formed! The balcony was a massive plus to enjoy a coffee in the sunshine looking over the park.

  • Jacqui from United Kingdom (8/10)

    It's a small flat but fine for 2 people. The bed was comfortable and all the furnishings and furniture were of a high quality. Well equipped too.
    The small balcony was nice and overlooks a small park.
    Very good location for the Old Town and a 5 minute walk to the Tram stop.

  • Elvan from Turkey (10/10)

    Perfect location, nice garden view from the balcony, quiet place, near to the old town

  • Liang from Sweden (10/10)

    Good environment, decives,service.
    Most important, near the Palace.

  • Tom from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Great locaiton, a flat with character, quiet

  • Paul from Canada (6/10)

    Good location and cute apartment.

SURROUNDINGS

What’s nearby:

  • Royal Castle: 350 m
  • Castle Square: 300 m
  • Kamienica Kestnera: 400 m
  • Mariensztat Square: 30 m
  • Sigismund’s Column: 300 m
  • Resursa Obywatelska: 350 m
  • Kamienica Heringowska: 400 m
  • Budynek Res Sacra Miser: 300 m
  • Zespół Klasztorny Bernardynów: 300 m
  • St. Anne’s Church (Kosciol Swietej Anny): 300 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Bliss: 50 m
  • Restaurant Pierogi na Bednarskiej: 30 m
  • Restaurant Glebokie Gardlo Shot Bar: 30 m

Top attractions:

  • Barbican: 800 m
  • Saxon Garden: 1.2 km
  • New Town Square: 1 km
  • Pilsudski Square: 700 m
  • Old Town Market Place: 600 m
  • Jewish Ghetto Memorial: 1.9 km
  • Warsaw Uprising Monument: 950 m
  • Copernicus Science Center: 1 km
  • Tomb of the Unknown Soldier: 900 m

Natural beauty:

  • Forest Las im. Samuela Lindego: 7 km

Public transport:

  • Bus Warsaw West Bus Station: 5 km
  • Metro Ratusz Arsenal Subway Station: 1.3 km
  • Train Warszawa Powisle Railway Station: 1.8 km
  • Train Warszawa Stadion Railway Station: 2.6 km
  • Metro Nowy Swiat – Uniwersytet Metro Station: 1.2 km

Closest airports:

  • Warsaw-Modlin Airport: 35 km
  • Warsaw Frederic Chopin Airport: 9 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Dressing room

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom:

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

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Balcony

Transport:

  • Bicycle rental Additional charge

Activities:

  • Hiking

Living Area:

  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Miscellaneous:

  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor & View:

  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Polish
  • Russian
  • Ukrainian

Safety & security:

  • Key access

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Express check-in/check-out

Great for your stay:

  • Parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Balcony
  • Free WiFi
  • View
  • Kitchen
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Washing machine
  • Shower

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building
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Rules

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 16:00 to 22:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • From 00:00 to 10:00

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:

9.7

Comfort:

9.5

Location:

9.7

Free WiFi:

10

Facilities:

9.3

Cleanliness:

9.5

Value for money:

9.4

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