Hotel Rubinstein - Krakow, Poland 

Fabulous Hotel
Posted: Thu, Jul 24 2008
Our 4 night stay at this hotel between 4 -8 July was a present from our children for my wife's 60th birthday and they couldn't have chosen anything better. In addition there was a surprise in store for us because on the Saturday evening it was the end of the Jewish Festival which culminates in a concert of traditional music in Szeroka Street. The hotel has only been opened since the beginning of last year. Although it looks quite small from the outside, it is deceptively large inside. A lot of thought and effort has been applied in the design and internal appearance of these amenities. Before the building of the hotel the original property was in a state of disrepair, and during the work many elements of the old interior decorations and architecture were exposed and have been restored or incorporated in the new building. The standard of workmanship is to an extremely high standard. The hotel is situated in a wide cobbled street or square which houses some very nice restaurants and other things of interest. It is very easy to sense and feel the history surrounding the area. Our room was on the third floor (number 302) and it overlooked the square below. The bedroom was large with a double and single bed in situ and the bed linen, pillows and mattresses were extremely comfortable and the covers were beautifully embroidered. The mini bar was well stocked although we didn’t take the opportunity to deplete the stock. No problem with the air conditioning. The bathroom (shower – no bath) was beautifully appointed with marble and slate brick walls. There is a picture of this in the Hotel Photos on this web site. Although it was no problem to us, it would have been nice if there had been tea and coffee making facilities in the room. We found the breakfast facilities to be excellent. There was an ample choice of cereals; melon-pineapple-strawberries and yoghurt; breads-cheeses-meats- sausages- egg dishes; mayonnaises etc. Hot meals were also available. All the staff were very friendly, immaculately dressed, spoke good English and were always prepared to help and assist you. We had dinner twice in the hotel and were delighted with the quality of the food which was to a high standard. We were fortunate to meet the owner who arranged for us a guided tour of the hotel. The terrace on the top floor affords magnificent views. There is still work to be done on the rooftop fencing but when complete it should be an excellent place to relax and view the world from on high. There is a Jacuzzi, sauna and gymnasium on the top floor but we had not been aware of this. Perhaps this could have been advertised more. The apartment suites are quite spectacular. Overall we had a wonderful time at this beautiful hotel. The owner should be very proud at what he has achieved. There is nothing that could be faulted. Excellent food, beautiful facilities and friendly, professional and efficient staff. Right in the heart of this historic part of Krakow. We would highly recommend a stay at this hotel.

Nice place but noisy
Posted: Thu, Jul 10 2008
The hotel itself is beautyful, comfortable rooms, nice place. Unfortunately there is a music club next to the hotel and the music so loud, that it is impossible to sleep. When I complained I was told, that the polish police can't do anything against it. I had two almoust sleepless nights.