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1.5/5

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Warsaw

Abracadabra

★★★★
9.4
Booking score
4.2
Google rating
194
Total reviews
★★★★
Star rating
≈2011
Built / renovated
Waldemar
Owner
2+
Highest floor guests reported
4%
Noise mentions
Engine scores ·Newness ≈2011 ·Location 4.2
Member rate
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Verdict

Is Abracadabra Worth It? The Honest Verdict

9.4/10 Booking.com4.2/5 Google194 reviews read4-star

As of 8 October 2026, 194 guest reviews give Abracadabra 9.4/10 on Booking.com and 4.2/5 on Google.

Most-repeated praise: Exceptional cleanliness maintained throughout rooms, bathrooms, and common areas, with fresh linens and towels provided 87 reviews.

Complaints

What Do Guests Complain About at Abracadabra?

  • Severe mold, mildew, and pervasive stale odors in rooms along with dirt and debris in corners, describing conditions as filthy and unhygienic 2 reviews
  • Severely outdated and damaged infrastructure including broken windows that barely open, rusty shower elements, and furniture in poor condition 2 reviews
  • Inadequate heating in rooms during cold weather, with guests reporting rooms felt like kennels or were uncomfortably frigid 3 reviews
What guests praise

Abracadabra Reviews — What Guests Actually Say vs the Marketing

Abracadabra sells itself as a 4-star hotel. What guests repeat most:

  • Exceptional cleanliness maintained throughout rooms, bathrooms, and common areas, with fresh linens and towels provided 87 reviews
  • Outstanding location in peaceful, quiet residential neighborhood on Mokotów/Sadyba with convenient access to shopping centers and public transport 76 reviews
  • Exceptionally friendly, helpful, and accommodating staff and owner who go out of their way to assist guests and resolve issues quickly 59 reviews
Method

How HotelShortlist Researched Abracadabra

We read 194 public guest reviews of Abracadabra, grouped repeated findings and counted how often each one appears. Pest figures are guest reports, not inspection results. Member-only detail is blurred on this page. Research updated 2026-10-08. If you represent Abracadabra and believe something here is wrong, write to members@hotelshortlist.com and we will review it.

What guests love

Exceptional cleanliness maintained throughout rooms, bathrooms, and common areas, with fresh linens and towels provided (87×)
Outstanding location in peaceful, quiet residential neighborhood on Mokotów/Sadyba with convenient access to shopping centers and public transport (76×)
Exceptionally friendly, helpful, and accommodating staff and owner who go out of their way to assist guests and resolve issues quickly (59×)
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Watch-outs · 8 recorded

Severe mold, mildew, and pervasive stale odors in rooms along with dirt and debris in corners, describing conditions as filthy and unhygienic (2×)
Severely outdated and damaged infrastructure including broken windows that barely open, rusty shower elements, and furniture in poor condition (2×)
Inadequate heating in rooms during cold weather, with guests reporting rooms felt like kennels or were uncomfortably frigid (3×)
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Parking note. Problematic — Multiple guests report limited parking spaces and difficulty finding spots on the street; some note it's a notable drawback for those with vehicles.

What guests report

View
Quiet residential/private sector views from windows; some rooms lack blinds allowing early morning sun
Bed & mattress
Comfortable, well-maintained mattresses ranging from medium-firm to firm; supportive for back health
Bathroom & water
Hot water reliable and plentiful; clean facilities with both shower and bathtub options; semi-transparent windows in some bathrooms compromise privacy
Wi-Fi
Works well on ground and first floors; second floor reception is weak or unreliable; occasionally excellent but inconsistent
AC / heating
No air conditioning; heating available but may be inadequate in cold weather for some guests; free tea and coffee provided in kitchen

Local knowledge

Give taxi drivers the exact street address and ensure they enter it into GPS—Warsaw has three streets with the same name and drivers may take you to wrong location
Wi-Fi is stronger on lower floors (ground and first); second floor reception is weak, so adjust work location accordingly
Free tea and coffee available in kitchen—ask staff for herbal tea options like linden flower with honey
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Questions about Abracadabra

How is Abracadabra rated?
Abracadabra scores 9.4/10 on Booking.com and 4.2/5 on Google.
How many guest reviews were analysed for Abracadabra?
HotelShortlist analysed 194 guest reviews for Abracadabra to build this verified profile.
Is Abracadabra a 4-star hotel?
Yes — Abracadabra is a 4-star property in Warsaw.
What do guests love about Abracadabra?
The most-mentioned positive in guest reviews: Exceptional cleanliness maintained throughout rooms, bathrooms, and common areas, with fresh linens and towels provided
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How Abracadabra Compares to Other Warsaw Hotels

Abracadabra: Booking.com 9.4/10, 4-star. Other researched hotels in Warsaw:

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Review data verified & refreshed 2026-10-08.