Hotel Europejski opened in 1857 and was for generations one of the grandest addresses in Warsaw, a Neo-Renaissance building on Krakowskie Przedmieście designed by the architect Henryk Marconi. It was damaged in the Second World War, and after decades of uncertainty it was restored and reopened in 2018 as Raffles Europejski Warsaw. The location is one of the best in the city: the hotel faces the Royal Route near the Saxon Garden and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, a short walk from Castle Square and the Old Town one way and the cafes of Nowy Świat the other. The interiors combine period detail with modern design, and the hotel is known for its restaurants and bars and for a high level of personal service. Rooms and suites are spacious, and the grander suites look over the Royal Route. It is a place for a special stay, whether for a romantic weekend or a milestone occasion, and it attracts travellers who want history and comfort in equal measure.
Location and getting around
Krakowskie Przedmieście is the best street in Warsaw for walking, and the hotel is right on it. The Old Town and the Royal Castle are about fifteen minutes away on foot, the Chopin Museum and the Vistula boulevards are a short walk downhill, and the Palace of Culture and Science and the main station are a short taxi or tram ride away. Metro stations are close, so Wilanów and the Rising Museum are easy to reach.
The rooms
Rooms are large by city standards and elegantly furnished, with high ceilings in the historic wing. Street-facing rooms have views of the Royal Route but may hear traffic, so ask for a quieter side if you are a light sleeper. Check what is included in the rate you choose, such as breakfast and facilities, because the offer differs between rates.
Who it suits and good to know: couples, special occasions and visitors who want a grand historic hotel as the base for a first trip. It is among the most expensive places to stay in Warsaw, so those travelling on a budget may prefer one of the mid-range options nearby. Rates tend to be highest in summer, around Christmas and on weekends, so book early for those dates.
If you want the best of the Royal Route without the premium price, the Bristol and Hotel Indigo are worth comparing, but for sheer sense of occasion and a place in the city story, this is the address.
Why stay here
- ✓Historic building
- ✓Royal Route location
- ✓Restaurants and bars
- ✓Concierge service
- ✓Room service
- ✓Air conditioning
- ✓Fitness centre
- ✓Suites available
Good questions
Where is Raffles Europejski Warsaw?+
It is on Krakowskie Przedmieście, part of the Royal Route, about fifteen minutes on foot from the Old Town and close to the Saxon Garden.
How old is the building?+
The original Hotel Europejski opened in 1857, and the hotel was restored and reopened as a Raffles property in 2018.
Who is it best for?+
It suits couples, special occasions and travellers who want a grand historic hotel in the best part of the city.
