How is Garamond a Tribute Portfolio Hotel rated?

Garamond a Tribute Portfolio Hotel scores 9.1/10 on Booking.com and 4.5/5 on Google.

How many guest reviews were analysed for Garamond a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

HotelShortlist analysed 308 guest reviews for Garamond a Tribute Portfolio Hotel to build this verified profile.

Is Garamond a Tribute Portfolio Hotel a 4-star hotel?

Yes — Garamond a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is a 4-star property in Kraków.

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Not on the HotelShortlist: Noise complaints in 6% of guest reviews; Guests report hidden fees.

Kraków

Garamond a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Name: Garamond a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Address: Kraków

★★★★

9.1

Booking score

4.5

Google rating

295

Total reviews

★★★★

Star rating

Highest floor guests reported

Noise mentions

Engine scores ·Location 4.5

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Verdict

Is Garamond a Tribute Portfolio Hotel Worth It? The Honest Verdict

9.1/10 Booking.com4.5/5 Google308 reviews read4-star

As of 8 October 2026, 308 guest reviews give Garamond a Tribute Portfolio Hotel 9.1/10 on Booking.com and 4.5/5 on Google.

Most-repeated praise: Prime location on quiet street adjacent to Planty park, just 5 minutes walking distance to Rynek Główny (Old Town Square) and train station, with major attractions and restaurants within immediate vicinity. 87 reviews.

Complaints

Noise and Room Complaints at Garamond a Tribute Portfolio Hotel: Which Rooms to Avoid

Air conditioning system is unreliable: temperature locked at fixed setting (often 22°C), auto-shuts off every 3 hours regardless of guest preference, cannot be controlled to cool rooms down in summer heat. 12 reviews
Shower doors squeak loudly, stick, malfunction, and sometimes leak water from seals; bathroom fixtures not functioning optimally despite recent renovation claims. 8 reviews
Breakfast policy is inconsistent and confusing: some guests charged 90 PLN, others get it free with status; unclear what is included; different staff enforce different rules day-to-day; no chocolate available. 7 reviews

Rooms to avoid

Rooms next to/near elevator (especially 01, 02 suffix) - ding noise all night
Ground floor/street-level rooms - bar music and nightlife noise
Rooms with operable windows facing street - church bells, traffic, outdoor music
Rooms near housekeeping storage cabinet

What guests praise

Garamond a Tribute Portfolio Hotel Reviews — What Guests Actually Say vs the Marketing

Garamond a Tribute Portfolio Hotel sells itself as a 4-star hotel. What guests repeat most:

Prime location on quiet street adjacent to Planty park, just 5 minutes walking distance to Rynek Główny (Old Town Square) and train station, with major attractions and restaurants within immediate vicinity. 87 reviews
Exceptional breakfast experience combining à la carte hot dishes with curated buffet, tiered presentation of meats/cheese/fruit, freshly baked items, and praised waffles/pancakes. 76 reviews
Recently renovated boutique hotel with stunning 1930s Art Deco design, elegant interiors, historical newspaper building aesthetic, and thoughtfully curated public spaces that feel intimate and luxurious. 64 reviews

Room requests

Which Room Should You Ask For at Garamond a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

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4th floor (specifically mentioned as quiet)
Rooms away from elevator (ending digits not 01-02)
Higher floors away from street level
Rooms facing Planty park side

Method

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What guests love

Prime location on quiet street adjacent to Planty park, just 5 minutes walking distance to Rynek Główny (Old Town Square) and train station, with major attractions and restaurants within immediate vicinity. (87×)

Exceptional breakfast experience combining à la carte hot dishes with curated buffet, tiered presentation of meats/cheese/fruit, freshly baked items, and praised waffles/pancakes. (76×)

Recently renovated boutique hotel with stunning 1930s Art Deco design, elegant interiors, historical newspaper building aesthetic, and thoughtfully curated public spaces that feel intimate and luxurious. (64×)

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Watch-outs · 8 recorded

Air conditioning system is unreliable: temperature locked at fixed setting (often 22°C), auto-shuts off every 3 hours regardless of guest preference, cannot be controlled to cool rooms down in summer heat. (12×)

Shower doors squeak loudly, stick, malfunction, and sometimes leak water from seals; bathroom fixtures not functioning optimally despite recent renovation claims. (8×)

Breakfast policy is inconsistent and confusing: some guests charged 90 PLN, others get it free with status; unclear what is included; different staff enforce different rules day-to-day; no chocolate available. (7×)

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Parking note. Problematic — Only 3 spaces available requiring advance reservation; street is restricted to taxis only; nearby public 24-hour lots inconvenient; Uber/Bolt pickups geofenced blocks away.

What guests report

View

Rooms on higher floors (4th floor mentioned as quiet); ground floor rooms have balcony patio access; some rooms have skylight windows with blackout issues; rooms facing Planty park have tree views; corner/ground rooms can have limited/single small windows

Bed & mattress

Exceptionally comfortable with high-quality linens; pillows described as most supportive ever; some guests report mattress sinks in too much (causing back pain); semisoft mattress typical; praised across 42+ reviews

Bathroom & water

Spacious for European standards with powerful water pressure; modern fixtures; shower doors squeak/stick/leak; some guests report small/compact bathrooms in smaller rooms; effective hot water; heated towel rack; no shattaf (bidet)

Wi-Fi

Outages reported on at least 2 occasions; otherwise not prominently mentioned

Breakfast

Worth trying: à la carte menu (1 dish chosen) + limited buffet (fruits, cereals, bread, cold cuts on tiered platter) + hot dishes. Quality praised; value disputed (90 PLN charged to some, included for Marriott members); inconsistent policy enforcement; praised in 76 reviews

AC / heating

Unreliable: temperature locked at 22°C, auto-shuts off every 3 hours, cannot cool during summer heat, guests must call front desk nightly or open windows. Loud when running. Known issue mentioned in 12+ reviews

Elevator

Unreliable

Local knowledge

Request a room away from the elevator (rooms ending 01-02) and avoid ground floor near housekeeping storage to minimize noise disturbances.

Breakfast is à la carte + buffet hybrid: order one dish from menu, access limited buffet of fruits/cereals/bread, plus tiered tower of meats/cheese/fruit. Clarify policy at check-in as it varies by staff.

Book parking (150 PLN/night) in advance or plan to use nearby public 24-hour lots; street in front is taxi-only. Uber/Bolt pickups require walking several blocks to meet drivers.

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Room intel

Quiet rooms / wings

4th floor (specifically mentioned as quiet)
Rooms away from elevator (ending digits not 01-02)
Higher floors away from street level
Rooms facing Planty park side

Noisy rooms to avoid

Rooms next to/near elevator (especially 01, 02 suffix) - ding noise all night
Ground floor/street-level rooms - bar music and nightlife noise
Rooms with operable windows facing street - church bells, traffic, outdoor music
Rooms near housekeeping storage cabinet

Extra charges guests were surprised by

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Character & facilities

Design & character 10% of reviews mention design

1938 Art Deco building with elegant interiors, curated historical newspaper theme, thoughtful 1930s-inspired decor with media references
Boutique hotel recently renovated with contemporary art and local historical references creating immersive atmosphere
Minimalist yet cozy room design with warm lighting, subtle thoughtful details, stylish blend of historic character and modern sophistication

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