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At the apartment complex, units have air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a kitchenette, a dining area and a private bathroom with a hair dryer, a shower and free toiletries. A fridge, a stovetop and kitchenware are also offered, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the apartment complex, units come with bed linen and towels.

Security, location, self check in, all facilities especially the shower

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9
Wonderful
2,912 reviews
Price from
$56
per night

At the apartment complex, units include a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels.

Popular points of interest near the apartment include Spodek, Silesia City Center shopping mall and University of Silesia. The nearest airport is Katowice Airport, 32 km from Ozonowane Apartamenty Next to Galeria Katowice.

Everything was good, comfortable room in the city center, great value for money. I will stay there again.

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9
Wonderful
3,603 reviews
Price from
$43
per night

Each unit comes with a fully equipped kitchen with a dining table, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a private bathroom with shower, a hair dryer and free toiletries. A fridge, a stovetop and kitchenware are also offered, as well as a kettle. At the apartment complex, the units include bed linen and towels.

Hospitality, compliance and super place

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9
Wonderful
1,412 reviews
Price from
$37
per night

All units are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchenette with a fridge, a stovetop and kettle. Featuring a private bathroom with a hair dryer, units at the apartment complex also have free WiFi, while some rooms also offer a terrace. At the apartment complex, the units include bed linen and towels.

Perfect placed apartments with walk accesible shopping malls.

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9.1
Wonderful
1,618 reviews
Price from
$54
per night

ActivPark Apartament is a self-catering accommodation located in Katowice. FreeWiFi access is available. Entertainment park "Legendia" and Silesian Zoo are both 400 metres away.

Accommodation will provide you with a TV, a balcony and a seating area. There is a full kitchenette with a dishwasher and a microwave. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Guests can smoke on the balcony.

This apartment is great for everyone who's looking not just for a hotel for a few nights to stay (that's an option too), but also household elements like kitchen/washing machine. It's clean, bright and very cozy, yet modern. Mariusz and Dominika were very helpful.

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9.2
Wonderful
1,653 reviews
Price from
$38
per night

Some apartments include a spa bath. There are also rooms featuring tea making facilities and private bathrooms with hairdryers.

Guests of the Hornigold W Zielonej Kamienicy can relax in the recreation centre, which features a sauna and hot tub. Only hotel guests, upon prior payment, have access to the recreation centre.

Really beautiful aparthotel, very close to main rail station. Impressed with the staff, quality of accommodation and cleanliness. Thanks

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9
Wonderful
1,980 reviews
Price from
$119
per night

The units come with parquet floors and feature a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. Free WiFi is available to all guests, while selected rooms are equipped with a balcony. At the apartment complex, every unit has bed linen and towels.

Very cozy and clean apartment. Everything you need is here. Even two bottles of water.

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9.5
Exceptional
174 reviews
Price from
$50
per night

The 1-bedroom apartment features a living room with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. The property offers inner courtyard views.

Noce location, new building. Everything clean and all stuff is new. Apartment has got everything you need. Great 👍🏻

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9.3
Wonderful
243 reviews
Price from
$71
per night

The apartment comes with 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchenette with an oven and a toaster, and 1 bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a washing machine. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Well equipped, clean apartments 👍Staff was very good

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9.2
Wonderful
102 reviews
Price from
$51
per night

Each unit is fitted with a balcony, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. An oven, a fridge and stovetop are also provided, as well as a kettle. At the apartment complex, the units have bed linen and towels.

Very bright, beautiful and clean apartment... with very good staff.. I recommend it❤️

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9
Wonderful
912 reviews
Price from
$48
per night

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  • APARTIO ROOMS Katowice
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 2,912 reviews

    APARTIO ROOMS Katowice offers accommodations in Katowice, 1.2 miles from Silesia City Center shopping mall and a 7-minute walk from University of Silesia.

    everything was very good. The cleanliness was amazing

  • Aparthotel Hornigold "W Zielonej Kamienicy"
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,980 reviews

    Located in the center of Katowice, Hornigold W Zielonej Kamienicy offers stylish and comfortable accommodations in a Modernist tenement house with satellite TV and free WiFi.

    Excellent hotel on good location. Comfortable room

  • HARBOR APARTMENTS - Sobieskiego
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 597 reviews

    HARBOR APARTMENTS - Sobieskiego enjoys a location in Katowice, a 19-minute walk from Spodek and 0.9 miles from University of Silesia.

    The room was clean and organize..very comfortable.

  • HARBOR APARTMENTS - Mickiewicza
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 50 reviews

    HARBOR APARTMENTS - Mickiewicza offers accommodations in Katowice, a 9-minute walk from University of Silesia and 3.3 miles from FairExpo Convention Center.

    Super lokalizacja, nowocześnie, czysto i przyjemnie

  • Apartamenty Tespis - Francuska Atal Park II
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 89 reviews

    Apartamenty Tespis - Francuska Atal Park II offers accommodations in Katowice, 2.4 miles from University of Silesia and 2.7 miles from Katowice Central Station.

    Clean, modern, everything you need…don’t look for anything else

  • HARBOR APARTMENTS - Mariacka
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,556 reviews

    HARBOR APARTMENTS - Mariacka offers accommodations in Katowice, 2.2 miles from Silesia City Center shopping mall and 1.2 miles from Medical University of Silesia.

    The room was very comfortable, location is perfect.

  • HARBOR APARTMENTS - Damrota
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,430 reviews

    HARBOR APARTMENTS - Damrota offers accommodations in Katowice, 3.7 miles from FairExpo Convention Center and 4.7 miles from Stadion Śląski.

    Very nice and clean and really close to the city center.

  • Art Apartments Warszawska 21 Katowice
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 964 reviews

    Art Apartments Warszawska 21 Katowice is a recently renovated apartment in Katowice near University of Silesia.

    Nice location in the city center. Private parking.

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  • Ozonowane Apartamenty Next to Galeria Katowice
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 3,603 reviews

    Ozonowane Apartamenty Next to Galeria Katowice offers accommodations in Katowice, 1.2 miles from Silesia City Center shopping mall and a 13-minute walk from University of Silesia.

    Everything was very good, thank you Location is great

  • Apartamenty 1-maja 94
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,412 reviews

    Apartamenty 1-maja 94 enjoys a location in Katowice, 2.4 miles from Spodek and 2.9 miles from Katowice Central Station.

    Great location for traveling. Shop and bakery near by.

  • ActivPark Apartments
    Budget options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,653 reviews

    ActivPark Apartament is a self-catering accommodations located in Katowice. FreeWiFi access is available. Entertainment park "Legendia" and Silesian Zoo are both 1312 feet away.

    The place is clean, the communication was fast and comfortable

  • Aparthotel Krzywa
    Budget options available
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 174 reviews

    Aparthotel Krzywa provides air-conditioned rooms in Katowice. The property is around 1.7 miles from Silesia City Center shopping mall, a 16-minute walk from University of Silesia, and 3.9 miles from...

    Byliśmy po raz czwarty, a to już rozwinięcia nie wymaga.

  • Przytulny i nowoczesny apartament Małgosi, 10 min pieszo od dworca i Galerii
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 102 reviews

    Przytulny i nowoczesny apartament Małgosi, 10 min pieszo od dworca i Galerii is located in Katowice, just 1.1 miles from Spodek and 2.5 miles from Silesia City Center shopping mall.

    Nice, clean and cosy apartment at a very good price

  • Parkcity Centrum
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 912 reviews

    Parkcity Centrum offers accommodations in Katowice, a 4-minute walk from Medical University of Silesia and 0.6 miles from Katowice Central Station.

    Good standard, comfortable bed, nice and modern interior.

  • COMFORT GRAŻYŃSKIEGO 7A
    Budget options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 101 reviews

    COMFORT GRAŻYŃSKIEGO 7A is located in Katowice, just a 16-minute walk from Silesia City Center shopping mall and 2 miles from Medical University of Silesia.

    Świetna lokalizacja i bardzo dobre warunki. Polecam!

  • KOBIELA APARTMENTS Dębowe Tarasy
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 169 reviews

    KOBIELA APARTMENTS Dębowe Tarasy offers accommodations in Katowice, a 10-minute walk from Silesia City Center shopping mall and 1.5 miles from FairExpo Convention Center.

    Everything was great! Thank you for the hospitality!

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  • Central Plaza
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    Central Plaza offers accommodations in Katowice, 1.6 miles from Silesia City Center shopping mall and a 12-minute walk from University of Silesia.

  • Italy Apartment
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 9 reviews

    Italy Apartment is located in Katowice, just 4.7 miles from Stadion Śląski and 4.9 miles from Ruch Chorzów Stadium.

    В этой квартире новый ремонт. Удобная кровать. В центре города.

  • Hans & Greta Klimatyczny Apartament w sercu Katowic
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Just a 13-minute walk from Medical University of Silesia and 0.9 miles from Spodek, Hans & Greta Klimatyczny Apartament w sercu Katowic features accommodations in Katowice with a terrace.

  • Main Square Teatralna - 2 room apartment with balcony - self-in - coffee and tea
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Main Square Teatralna - 2 room apartment with balcony - self-in - coffee and tea is a recently renovated apartment in Katowice, near University of Silesia.

  • Perła Chopina Katowice
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    Perła Chopina Katowice offers accommodations in Katowice, 1.1 miles from Silesia City Center shopping mall and a 11-minute walk from University of Silesia.

  • Niebieska Perła Chopina Katowice
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Niebieska Perła Chopina Katowice is located in Katowice, just 1.1 miles from Silesia City Center shopping mall and a 11-minute walk from University of Silesia.

  • Mieszkanie w Centrum Mariacka
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Mieszkanie w Centrum Mariacka offers accommodations in Katowice, 2.2 miles from Silesia City Center shopping mall and 1.2 miles from Medical University of Silesia.

  • Mario Apartments #1
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Mario Apartments #1 offers accommodations in Katowice, 4.6 miles from Stadion Śląski and 4.8 miles from Ruch Chorzów Stadium.

  • Apartament Korfantego 30
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 13 reviews

    Apartament Korfantego 30 is located in Katowice, just a 19-minute walk from Silesia City Center shopping mall and 1.6 miles from Medical University of Silesia.

    Doskonała lokalizacja, bezproblemowe zakwaterowanie. Bardzo klimatyczny apartament, gustownie urządzony, bardzo czysto. Polecam...

  • URBAN APARTMENTS PREMIUM, DOWNTOWN, Sokolska 30 Towers No 3 with PARKING, gym & sauna
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews

    URBAN APARTMENTS PREMIUM, DOWNTOWN, Sokolska 30 Towers No 3 with PARKING, gym & sauna provides a sauna and free private parking, and is within a 14-minute walk of Katowice Central Station and 0.6...

    The apartment was clean and comfortable and the location was just perfect.

  • URBAN APARTMENTS PREMIUM DOWNTOWN Opolska 10 No 90 with 2 GARAGES
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 72 reviews

    Just a 7-minute walk from Katowice Central Station and one mile from Silesia City Center shopping mall, URBAN APARTMENTS PREMIUM DOWNTOWN Opolska 10 No 90 with 2 GARAGES features accommodations in...

    Nowocześnie, czysto, szybki kontakt z właścicielem.

  • Apartament Valdi - ścisłe centrum - by Kairos Apartments
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 25 reviews

    Apartament Valdi - ścisłe centrum - by Kairos Apartments is a recently renovated apartment in Katowice, near Katowice Central Station.

    Thank you Aleksandra for letting us check in earlier. We had great time in this apartment.

  • KATO BEST POINT
    Central location
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 373 reviews

    Just a 9-minute walk from Katowice Central Station and 0.4 miles from Spodek, KATO BEST POINT features accommodations in Katowice with a terrace.

    Świetny apartament i super lokalizacja lokalizacja.

  • Gray Apartment 24h - Parking
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 53 reviews

    Gray Apartment 24h - Parking is located in Katowice, just 1.9 miles from Silesia City Center shopping mall and 3.6 miles from FairExpo Convention Center.

    Mieszkanie jest świetne! Wszystko się spodobało. Polecam!

  • Apartament Gwarek - ścisłe centrum - by Kairos Apartments
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 42 reviews

    Apartament Gwarek - ścisłe centrum - by Kairos Apartments is a recently renovated apartment in Katowice, near Katowice Central Station.

    Lokalizacja mieszkania jest super (wszędzie blisko)

  • Apartament Sorello - Katowice Centrum
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 148 reviews

    Apartament Sorello - Katowice Centrum is located in Katowice, just 1.1 miles from Medical University of Silesia and 2.8 miles from FairExpo Convention Center.

    최고의 위치.. 매우 넓고 깔끔했음. 3명이 지내기에도 매우 충분. 4명도 자는데 불편함 없이 지낼 수 있음

  • Stylowy apartament w centrum - Opolska
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 75 reviews

    Stylowy apartament w centrum - Opolska offers accommodations in Katowice, a 13-minute walk from University of Silesia and 3.2 miles from FairExpo Convention Center.

    Nice interior design, spacious, good location, clean.

  • Fabulous apartment in heart of Katowice
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 62 reviews

    Fabulous apartment in heart of Katowice offers accommodations in Katowice, a 11-minute walk from University of Silesia and one mile from Medical University of Silesia.

    Obiekt spełnił wszystkie moje potrzeby w trakcie pobytu.

  • Apartamenty Teatralna
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 15 reviews

    Apartamenty Teatralna in Katowice features accommodations with free Wifi, a 4-minute walk from University of Silesia, 0.4 miles from Katowice Central Station, and a 11-minute walk from Spodek.

    Piękne, mieszkanie. Duże , przestronne, ładnie urządzone. Super lokalizacja

  • IX PIĘTRO - 9th floor apartment in Katowice
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 144 reviews

    Just a 19-minute walk from Silesia City Center shopping mall and 1.2 miles from Medical University of Silesia, IX PIĘTRO - 9th floor apartment in Katowice features accommodations in Katowice with a...

    Dobry kontakt z personelem, czysto, dobre wyposażenie

  • LivingRoom 2 z wanną z hydromasażem
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 74 reviews

    LivingRoom 2 z wanną z hydromasażem offers accommodations in Katowice, 1.8 miles from Silesia City Center shopping mall and a 8-minute walk from University of Silesia.

    Żadnych problemów. Najlepsze miejsce gdzie byłem. Polecam!

  • V3 MONIUSZKI 14B - 75m2 - ŚCISŁE CENTRUM
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 54 reviews

    Just a 3-minute walk from University of Silesia and half a mile from Spodek, V3 MONIUSZKI 14B - 75m2 - ŚCISŁE CENTRUM features accommodations in Katowice with a terrace.

    Czysto, cicho, wspaniale! Wszystko, co potrzeba na miejscu!

  • Chicago Apartment
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 79 reviews

    Chicago Apartment offers accommodations in Katowice, a 12-minute walk from University of Silesia and 3.3 miles from FairExpo Convention Center.

    Wszystko zgodnie z opisem. Przemiły Pan z obsługi i bardzo cierpliwy.

  • Niebieski apartament Teatralna
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 62 reviews

    Niebieski apartament Teatralna is located in Katowice, just 1.6 miles from Silesia City Center shopping mall and 1.1 miles from Medical University of Silesia.

    duży super apartament cichy , łazienka i dodatkowo ubikacja super

  • Paris Apartments
    Central location
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 116 reviews

    Paris Apartments is located in Katowice, just a 16-minute walk from Spodek and 1.9 miles from Silesia City Center shopping mall.

    Her wey cox Gozel idi Operativ Xidmet Cox razi Galdix

  • Apartament New York Premium- ścisłe centrum - by Kairos Apartments
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 26 reviews

    Apartament New York Premium- ścisłe centrum - by Kairos Apartments is a recently renovated apartment in Katowice, near Katowice Central Station.

    Прекрасное месторасположение , чисто , заботливо .

  • Studio Wojewodzka
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 52 reviews

    Studio Wojewodzka offers accommodations in Katowice, 5.2 miles from Stadion Śląski and 5.6 miles from Ruch Chorzów Stadium.

    Alles sehr unkompliziert und die Unterkunft war schön sauber.

  • LivingRoom 4B self Check-in 24h
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 144 reviews

    LivingRoom 4B self Check-in 24h is located in Katowice and offers air-conditioned Loft-style Apartment.

    Lokalizacja, klimat, czystość, wyposażenie, wygodne łóżko

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  • Avg. price/night: $129.56
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 58 reviews
    Nice modern clean apartment with good location near the centre. The apartment has everything needed for long or short stays. Good coffee machine available and you can even make yourself a cappuccino in the morning! The host was nice and allowed me to early check-in and late check-out at no additional charge. Thank you ☺️🙏🏼 I’d definitely go back when in Katowice.
    Annalisa
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $116.54
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 243 reviews
    It's new, modern apartment near the pedestrian area of the city. Walkable distance to the bus and train stations. Suitable for 2 adults and 1 kid max.
    Cocacoli4ko
    Family with young children
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 430 reviews
    beautiful clean stylish apartment in a modern apartment block. we used public transport only to get about which was perfect as l there’s a bus stop right outside the apartment block. Had a walk to huge shopping mall from here and was well under 10 minutes. fresh cut flowers were a lovely addition. lovely friendly host. I 100% recommend
    Mark
    Young couple
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 187 reviews
    Very clear explanation for self check-in, nice and modern apartment, easy communication with host, good value for money
    Luca
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $52.58
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 130 reviews
    The apartment was very nice. We had everything we need it for the 3 day stay. The owner was really helpful. Everything is well orginased. We received all details , entry codes everything via whatsapp. The accomodation is close to shops like Aldi, Tedi, Pizza shop, Pharmacy... The flat was really quiet. Well furbished and nice design. Internet TV box. Free Wifi, Well equipped kitchen. Free parking at front of the building.
    Krisztian
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $86.87
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,618 reviews
    All the facilities were amazing. It was a great location. The entire apartment was really clean and perfectly arranged when I arrived.
    J
    Jamie
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $57.58
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 898 reviews
    two bedrooms and a lounge with kitchen, warm, all amenities, 8 mins walk to the local shop/bus stop. quiet area. the flat apartment was very clean and the host even let us check out an hour early ⭐️ Good communication from the host, easy entrance/apartment door.
    Kelly
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $62.59
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 5,030 reviews
    Amazing place, modern apartment, perfect colours... Nice interior. we loved it.
    Nataliadabalu
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $41.31
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,412 reviews
    The Studio apartment was ok for a 5 nights stay...was clean and functional. Check inn was clear and quick.
    Mario
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $48.82
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,084 reviews
    Nice, comfortable apartment, perfect for our short stay. Nice view from windows!
    Evelina
    Family with young children

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