Request a low-floor room if stairs are difficult; there is no lift, and upper rooms require up to 80 steps while the lowest need 20.
What guests mention
Guests consistently rate the central Old Town position as the major advantage: the Main Square, restaurants and bars are all close at hand. Apartments are generally seen as comfortable, useful and well supplied, with air conditioning, showers and helpful reception among the positives. The same location can be noisy, particularly for light sleepers, and top-floor rooms involve stairs because there is no elevator. A few guests also felt smaller details, including pillow comfort, could be improved.
Your stay, step by step
Advice from guests who actually stayed at Apartments 17 Szewska — the single most helpful tip for each part of your trip, in the order you'll need it, from booking to your last morning.
Book trips and restaurants before arrival, especially the popular piano lounge.
Request a low-floor room if stairs are difficult; there is no lift, and upper rooms require up to 80 steps while the lowest need 20.
Explore the bars and restaurants surrounding the hotel.
Contact the organisers before arrival to receive the access code and arrival details.
After the first door, turn right past the kitchens to the white security door, and allow extra time to find your way.
What guests who stayed here recommend
Real advice grouped by theme — drawn from guest reviews of Apartments 17 Szewska.
Contact the organisers before arrival to receive the access code and arrival details.
Explore the bars and restaurants surrounding the hotel.
Book trips and restaurants before arrival, especially the popular piano lounge.
Bring your own pillows.
After the first door, turn right past the kitchens to the white security door, and allow extra time to find your way.
About Apartments 17 Szewska
Apartments 17 Szewska is a straightforward city-centre base with the feel of a private Kraków flat rather than a conventional hotel. The emphasis is on independent stays: guests mention well-equipped apartments, air conditioning and showers, with practical details such as bedside tables making the spaces feel set up for more than just a quick overnight stop. It is a good fit for travellers who value being in the middle of the action and do not need a full-service property.
The address puts you in Kraków’s Old Town, close to the Main Square and surrounded by places to eat and drink. That makes it especially convenient for first-time visitors, weekend breaks and anyone planning to explore largely on foot. The central setting does come with trade-offs: nightlife and street activity can bring noise, and upper-floor apartments require climbing stairs, as there is no lift. Guests with heavy luggage or limited mobility should bear that in mind.
Guest feedback is strongest on the location, which many consider the standout feature, and on the comfort and usefulness of the apartments themselves. Reception and in-room facilities are also noted positively. The most frequent cautions concern stair access, occasional noise from the lively surroundings, and a few comfort details such as pillows. In short, it is a practical, central choice for guests happy to swap hotel quiet for Old Town convenience.
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