Lux Aparthotel, Krakow

Request an air-conditioned room, and turn the radiators down because rooms can become very warm.

Visit the corner shop, about 20 seconds away, for milk, drinks, groceries, and other essentials.

Use the in-room kitchen with its fridge, microwave, kettle, cooker, toaster, and cooking rings for easy self-catering.

Ask reception for fresh towels, toiletries, or extra toilet rolls during your stay.

Choose a fourth-floor street-facing room if available; nighttime noise was negligible.

Request a higher-floor room for better nighttime quiet.

Request a rear-facing room for a quieter stay.

Check the room for complimentary water, juice, hot drinks, toiletries, and an iron with board.

Use the lift or stairs to reach the upper floors.

Ask reception for the spare key because each room normally has only one key.

Contact staff if you have trouble locating the key safe; the instructions are clear and assistance is responsive.

Ask reception to arrange tours or an airport transfer if needed.

Arrange Auschwitz and salt-mines tickets independently, as the hotel may offer only expensive day tours.

Use Uber to travel to and from town; fares can be about 3–4 Euro each way.

Walk into the city centre, which is very close to the aparthotel.

Use the nearby buses and trams for convenient connections around the city.

Shop at the local market for meats, cheeses, and beer to stock the apartment kitchen.

Order food online for convenient delivery directly to the apartment.

Try the basement restaurant for good food at excellent value.

Book the next room grade up when staying with three people.

Book an apartment for up to four people.

Bring your own shampoo and shower gel because the supplied toiletries may be inadequate.

Use the bathroom floor heating for extra comfort.

Close the windows to reduce street noise at night.