Hotel Saski

The three-star Hotel Saski is an unusual beast. Occupying a bewitchingly charming corner of Stare Miasto, Saski carries itself with the sophistication of a faded, grand old hotel.

The Saski's 60 rooms are more assembly-line-style than charming. An orange-and-beige color palette and matching upholstery set an aesthetically unambitious—though perfectly serviceable—tone. Window valances are especially fancy. Furniture consists of simple, mass-produced light wooden pieces, all in a dated modern theme. All are equipped with satellite television, free Wi-Fi and telephone, and suites also have mini-fridges. Bathrooms are tiled and gleaming.

Wall-to-wall carpets, large mirrors and paneled walls in hallways are a competent, if uninspiring, testament to a renovation. The century-old elevator is a showpiece and the expansive, empty lobby calls to mind vanquished grandeur.

Upsides include window flower boxes and the convenient (if noisy) location, on a gorgeous Stare Miasto street close to Rynek Główny.

Breakfast is included.