Where to Stay in Warsaw – Best Districts & Hotels
Are you planning a trip to Warsaw, Poland, and have no idea where to stay? It’s ok, it makes sense as it is the capital and largest city in Poland, after all. What was once considered to be a gloomy grey city in Eastern Europe has blossomed into a popular travel destination.
The juxtaposition of the new corporate skyscrapers against the historic neighborhoods is surely a sight to see. There are 18 Warsaw Districts, so choosing which one to stay in can be a challenge but I’ve narrowed it down to the very best areas Warsaw has to offer.
So start planning your trip to this beautiful, historic city in Poland soon (that also happens to be my hometown), and feel free to ask me anything about it in the comments if you have any doubts!
P.S. This guide is for visitors to Warsaw. If you’re planning to relocate to Warsaw and actually living there, then I would recommend things differently based on the year-round vibe, traffic, attractions, and so on. An expat guide to Warsaw neighborhoods is coming soon, but aim for Sadyba, Mokotow, or Wilanow.!
★ Where to Stay for Your First Time in Warsaw: Śródmieście
★ Best District in Warsaw for Nightlife: Powiśle (Vistula River Bank)
★ Best Neighbourhood in Warsaw for Families: Mokotów
★ Cool Neighbourhood of Warsaw: Praga
★ Most Romantic Neighborhood in Warsaw: Old Town
★ Local Neighborhood in Warsaw: Zoliborz
Best Hotels to Stay in Warsaw:
Best Luxury Hotels in Warsaw
Intercontinental Warsaw • Bristol • Polonia Palace
Best Boutique Hotels in Warsaw
Moxy Warsaw Praga • Castle Inn
Best Cheap Accommodation in Warsaw
Lull Hostel • Pokoje Gościnne Dom Literatury
1. Śródmieście District: Best for First-Timers in Warsaw
Śródmieście is considered to be the heart of Warsaw, and many first-timers will head here since it’s the most central district. Here you will see a mash-up of old and new. Śródmieście is the financial hub of the city and also the oldest part of Warsaw.
Here you can check out museums, art galleries, theatres, shopping, and restaurants within the district. The Central Railway Station is here as well, making it the most connected of all Warsaw’s areas.
Śródmieście also includes Warsaw’s’ Old City / Old Town, but this area deserves a separate mention, so we’ll talk about it next.
Did you know that Śródmieście is also home to the narrowest street in the world (that’s not an alley)? It’s called the Ulica Bednarska and was officially given this name in 1770.
Top 3 Activites in Śródmieście
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