Request a rear or inside-facing room to reduce street and nightlife noise; restaurant-side rooms can also be noisy, and courtyard rooms may hear 6am garbage collection.
What guests mention
Guests tend to value this aparthotel most for its excellent Kazimierz position: Plac Nowy, local restaurants and the old Jewish quarter are all very close, with central Krakow within easy walking distance. The converted historic building and individually designed rooms give it more personality than a standard hotel, and the shared balcony is a welcome extra for some. Practical drawbacks are worth considering: there is no lift, and late check-in requires advance planning because reception has limited daytime hours.
Your stay, step by step
Advice from guests who actually stayed at Aparthotel Vicini ex.Oberża — the single most helpful tip for each part of your trip, in the order you'll need it, from booking to your last morning.
Pay extra for one of the bespoke rooms.
Use the Bolt app to arrange an airport transfer.
Request a rear or inside-facing room to reduce street and nightlife noise; restaurant-side rooms can also be noisy, and courtyard rooms may hear 6am garbage collection.
Eat at the hotel restaurant at least once.
Book Auschwitz-Birkenau trips through the Get Your Guide website.
Save the hotel's emergency number before arriving late, as the App Key may not work on your phone.
What guests who stayed here recommend
Real advice grouped by theme — drawn from guest reviews of Aparthotel Vicini ex.Oberża.
Request a balcony room for extra space and a more apartment-like feel.
Bring a travel kettle because basic rooms may lack tea- and coffee-making facilities.
Expect no lift, and request a lower-floor room if stairs are difficult.
Ask for a room near the stairwell if reliable internet is important.
Consider rooms 12, 14 or 15 for quieter restaurant-side views away from the road.
Request room 9 for its spaciousness and striking decor.
Try the library room for a comfortable, individually designed option with a front-facing outlook.
Ask for the Crystal Room.
Choose room 8 for its spaciousness, quiet balcony and attractive outlook, but expect weaker internet connectivity.
Book a larger room if sharing, as some rooms for two are small.
Do not expect an in-room safe.
Request air conditioning when visiting in summer.
Ask about ongoing building work before booking, as construction may start at 7am.
Use the Bolt app to arrange an airport transfer.
Book Krakow Extreme Shooting Range trips through the Get Your Guide website.
Book Auschwitz-Birkenau trips through the Get Your Guide website.
Choose another dinner option if you are vegetarian.
Try the restaurant immediately left of the hotel, then turn left again at the first street; it is reasonably priced and near a Jewish square.
Eat at the hotel restaurant at least once.
Save the hotel’s emergency number before arriving late, as the App Key may not work on your phone.
Verify advertised amenities before booking; one report found no patio, city or courtyard view, coffee maker, phone or USB charger.
Pay extra for one of the bespoke rooms.
Ask to view the themed rooms and choose room 11 if available.
About Aparthotel Vicini ex.Oberża
Aparthotel Vicini ex.Oberża has the sort of character that suits Kazimierz perfectly: a restored 19th-century residence with individually styled rooms and apartments rather than a one-size-fits-all hotel feel. Expect a charming, slightly old-world base with private bathrooms, heating, satellite TV, free Wi-Fi and sitting areas; some rooms also open onto a shared balcony. There is a traditional Polish restaurant on site, with breakfast available in the morning.
The address is a strong draw for travellers who want Krakow’s most atmospheric neighbourhood on their doorstep. Plac Nowy is barely a two-minute stroll away, surrounded by the cafés, bars, shops and restaurants of the former Jewish quarter, while Wawel Castle is around 10 minutes away on foot. It is a particularly good fit for couples, food-minded city-breakers and independent travellers happy to explore on foot. Reception operates from 8am to 6pm, so late arrivals need to arrange check-in in advance; an airport shuttle can also be organised.
Guests particularly appreciate the brilliant Kazimierz location, close to the square and the district’s lively everyday rhythm. The historic setting and individual room character add to the appeal, although those with heavy luggage should note that there is no lift and some accommodation is reached via the first floor.
Facilities
- Air conditioning
- Bath / shower
- Bottled water
- Cable / satellite TV
- Clothes rack
- Coffee / tea maker
- Complimentary toiletries
- Desk
- Electric kettle
- Flatscreen TV
- Hair dryer
- Housekeeping
- Iron
- Private balcony
- Private bathrooms
- Radio
- Separate dining area
- Sofa
- Wake-up service / alarm clock
- Walk-in shower
- Wardrobe / closet
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