Belle Epoque Residence, Krakow

Buy essentials at the convenience shop next door or downstairs; it stocks tea, coffee, bread, beer, wine, and other basics.

Bring earplugs to block noise from guests, the generator, or electrical humming near some apartments.

Skip renting a car; parking is restricted, while Ubers are cheap and the railway station, tram stops, and city centre are walkable.

Confirm the bed arrangement when booking and request a double bed; some apartments use two separable 90cm beds.

Call the provided phone number if reception is unattended, as reception cover is limited.

Walk to the Old Town Square in about 10–15 minutes.

Request a rear or higher-floor room away from the shop for less road and shop-related noise.

Request Room 36 for its superb balcony.

Pay for street parking through the CityPark app or street machines; daily tickets are cheaper than city or private garages.

Bring your own towels if you prefer larger ones, as the apartment towels are quite small.

Follow the out-of-hours instructions carefully for your key-box code and room number.

Download Bolt for local taxis; the first five trips are half price.

Wear snow footwear and bring warm clothing for trips to the Tatra Mountains or Zakopane.

Use the luggage store and post-stay shower if you have time before your departure.

Choose an air-conditioned room in summer.

Bring shampoo, as none may be provided.

Explore the small local coffee shops and choose your sweet or savoury breakfast by midday.

Bring a nonslip mat for the bathroom shower.

Request Apartment 3 if you need a sofa bed.

Hire an electric bike or take the local tram instead of walking.

Choose the sofa bed if you prefer a softer mattress; the standard mattress may feel firm.

Try the Black Duck restaurant.

Try a golf buggy tour and carry a reliable city map if navigation apps prove difficult.

Try the electronic entrance card again if it fails on the first attempt.

Take the airport train to Krakow; the fare to the Main Square is 7 zloty, while a taxi from the apartment costs about 110 zloty.

Pre-book your airport taxi; the airport taxi may cost 35% more than a return booked through Belle Epoque.

Allow for about six steps inside the main entrance before reaching the lift.

Avoid bringing large cases unless you are staying in the front building, as other areas may lack an elevator.

Ask about Room 24 for a large layout with a double couch and two armchairs; choose a higher floor for less noise.

Book a deluxe rear-facing room for a quieter stay with a balcony.

Choose a courtyard-view apartment for quiet and afternoon sunshine on the balcony.

Request a third-floor room for a beautiful view.

Choose a south-facing room for a good outlook.

Bring your own coffee and tea bags for breakfast.

Use the courtyard for a quiet place to sit.

Book Auschwitz well in advance.

Walk through the park route to reach the main tourist areas.