Plac Zamkowy 15-19 by Homeprime

Hotel Description

Look, I’ll be honest – when I first saw the name “Plac Zamkowy 15-19 by Homeprime,” I thought it was going to be one of those sterile apartment-hotel hybrids that feel like staying in an IKEA showroom. But you know what? I was completely wrong, and I’m actually glad I gave it a shot.

The location is what really gets you – I mean, you’re literally steps from Castle Square (that’s what Plac Zamkowy means, for those rusty on their Polish). We’re talking about the heart of Warsaw’s Old Town here, where tourists cluster around taking photos of the Royal Castle and street musicians play until way too late. Now, that might sound like a nightmare for light sleepers, but honestly, the building’s thick walls do a pretty good job of keeping the bustle at bay. I stayed there during peak summer season and could barely hear the crowds once I closed the windows. The trade-off of being able to roll out of bed and grab coffee from one of those tiny cafes on Świętojańska Street within two minutes? Totally worth it.

What surprised me most was how the place manages to feel both historic and modern without trying too hard. The building itself has that classic Warsaw character – you know, the kind that survived wars and communist-era neglect and somehow came out looking distinguished rather than beaten down. Inside though, everything’s been updated in a way that actually makes sense. The rooms aren’t huge (this is Old Town, after all, where space costs more than gold), but they’re thoughtfully laid out with decent storage and – thank god – reliable wifi that doesn’t cut out every time someone in the next room turns on a hairdryer. The bathrooms are particularly well done, with good water pressure and those little touches that make you think someone who actually travels had input on the design.

Here’s the thing about staying right on Castle Square – mornings are magical, but evenings can get intense. I’d wake up early, grab my coffee, and have the whole square practically to myself for about an hour before the tour groups descended. But come 7 PM, especially on weekends, it’s like a festival out there. The upside is incredible people-watching from your window and easy access to some genuinely good restaurants tucked into the surrounding streets. I stumbled onto this little place on Piwna Street that served the best pierogi I had in Warsaw, and I never would have found it if I’d stayed in some business district hotel.

The staff really knows their stuff too – they’ll steer you toward the lesser-known spots and away from the obvious tourist traps. When I mentioned wanting to see some authentic local life, they pointed me toward Praga district across the river, which ended up being a highlight of my trip. Small thing, but they also keep decent local maps at the front desk, the kind with actual useful information rather than just ads for overpriced restaurants.

It’s officially a 3-star place, but honestly feels more polished than that suggests. Maybe it’s because the expectations for apartment-style accommodations are usually so low, but this place just gets the basics right and then adds thoughtful extras. If you’re the type who wants to be in the thick of things but still get a decent night’s sleep, this is your spot.

Early hotels booking in Warsaw requires advance planning during peak cultural seasons when visitors flock to see the city’s remarkable reconstruction story and vibrant arts scene.

Rooms

• One-Bedroom Apartment with double bed, 1 double bed and 2 × 2 sofa beds for 4 adults

Reviews

• Oliwia from Poland (8/10)

  – Location is amazing!
  – Nice interior decor in the living room and bedrooms

• Alessio from Italy (9/10)

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• Aliaksandr from Poland (9/10)

• Izabella from Poland (8/10)

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