Teatr Barakah

Monika Kufel and Ana Nowicka are the creators of Barakah Theatre in Krakow, which is dedicated solely to the creation and promotion of a wide range of art. The artists tied to the theatre as well as members of the Ten Talents Foundation hope that the Barakah Theatre will first of all be a place of dialogue, a meeting of cultures, religions, and world-views. At the moment, you can catch productions by Barakah Theatre on the Face2Face Artistic Club on Paulinska Street.

BATOREGO STANDARD: This apartment was 1st class in every way. It was comfortable and warm and within access to everything Krakow had to offer. Thank you

BATOREGO STANDARD DUPLEX: Don't believe what they say about Polish winters. I just had a sunny long weekend in Krakow with 19 celsius in early November. The apartment added to the overall experience. It is nicely decorated, centrally located and excellent value. This is not my last visit to Krakow and not my last stay in this apartment.

SAREGO DELUXE: The Sarego flat was in a perfect location on a lovely quiet tree-lined street five minutes' walk from both Rynek Glowny and the Kazimierz district. Comfortable, beautifully decorated and well equipped, it was a pleasure to return to after sightseeing. The high ceiling and tall windows were an added bonus. We would definitely stay in the flat again, or indeed any of Marisha's flats as she, her daughter Sasha, and Dominika who welcomed us, were so friendly and helpful.

BATOREGO STANDARD: I've just returned from a really great week's holiday in Krakow staying in one of Marisha's Affinity Flats. It was a modern, clean and well furnished apartment in a lovely 1920s building literally just a few minutes walk from the beautiful Old Town. Marisha is a very courteous and helpful person, full of advice on what to do in Krakow and where to go to enjoy oneself. I can't thank her enough for making my stay in Krakow great. ps For my 2005 holiday - Affinity Flats, Krakow without a doubt.

Forget Krakow, which others will lay testament to, let's talk about Marisha! Frankly she made our trip, and we were a hard bunch. Nine guys out to get drunk and spend very little time in the lovely apartments (which we achieved!)...we kept throwing ever more random and bizarre requests at Marisha and she took it all in her stride! She even joined us for a few beers one evening. Outstanding service, great flexibility and a passion for water cress that demands respect!

BATOREGO STANDARD: Having an apartment to ourselves for three nights made us feel like natives. We had everything one could possibly want, including kitchen facilities, though we neglected them as it is so cheap to eat out in the city. It was nice not to be woken in the morning by chamber maids – especially when nursing a Krakovian hangover, the result of too much very strong, very cheap beer. Marisha made us feel very welcome and couldn't have been more helpful. The apartment is in a great location, only a short walk to the city centre. This was a much nicer alternative to the usual hotel break and we'd recommend it to anyone. Cheers Marisha.

BISKUPIA EXECUTIVE: Hotels are fine, but Affinity Flats were a treat to stay in and I am very happy to recommend them to future visitors to Krakow. It was if we had stepped out of the tourist route and into Polish life as we were made to feel very welcome and special. The personal input and care from Marisha and her staff made our 6th visit to Krakow so different from hotel stays before and it was a real treat. So much so we have already booked the next visit to Krakow and Affinity Flats. And would we stay anywhere else now? I think not, why change from Affinity Flats when they provide a first class service that makes you feel personally welcome and not just another tourist.

BISKUPIA DELUXE: We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Krakow. It is a beautiful and very interesting city. We loved the apartment. It was beautifully decorated and very comfortable and clean. It is in a great location - easy walking distance to the old town, train station, trams & buses.Marisha is very welcoming, helpful and informative. We enjoyed Krakow so much we can't wait to return and would definitely book with Affinity Flats again. Thank you, Marisha.

BISKUPIA EXECUTIVE: My vacation in Krakow and the apartment I rented from Affinity Flats exceeded my expectations. Krakow is a beautiful city, rich in architecture and culture. I felt totally safe during my entire visit. The apartment was clean, comfortable and was located in a safe area. The flat was also within easy walking distance to old town, bus and train stations. Marisha took a sincere interest in making sure I had everything I needed and was flexible in accommodating my traveling dates. I will book with Affinity Flats during my next visit and highly recommend their services to everyone. Don't hesitate in renting from Marisha, as she is a person of integrity and solid character. Thank you, Marisha!

SAREGO DELUXE: This flat is all it was represented to be. As a traveller throughout most of Western Europe over the past 15 years I have experienced many very nice flats and apartments in Rome, London (Mayfair), Madrid, Naples, Cadiz, Munich, and who knows where else. The flat Sargeo was fully wihin my expectations and is a great value. It's location to the historic part of Kracow is excellent.

KARMELICKA EXECUTIVE: It was so much nicer to stay in an elegant apartment in the heart of the City that added an extra dimension to the holiday as opposed to a predictable international hotel. We will remember Krakow all the more because it.

BISKUPIA EXECUTIVE: Book with confidence!!! My trip to Krakow was one of the best trips ever, and a HUGE part of what I loved about it was my apartment which I booked through Affinity Flats. Coming from New York City, I will admit I have extremely discriminating taste and would not say I am a customer who is easily pleased. My apartment far surpassed all my expectations - not only in comfort and cleanliness, but also in STYLE! My apartment was in an old building with many original details. The apartment itself had been completely renovated, but furnished very tastefully in a way that fit in with the elegance of the building. Marisha and her staff were always available to help with any questions or requests. I can't wait to come back and stay again! Thank you, Marisha! Michelle
United States
2004

A lovely city and very comfortable accommodation. The apartment is perfectly sited within easy walking distance of the old town and the train/bus station. Marisha and Dominika made us very welcome and take a genuine interest in ensuring your stay is as enjoyable as can be. Recommended wholeheartedly. Martin & Suzette
United Kingdom
2004-10-02

We had a fantastic time in Krakow, far better than I would have ever imagined. The town is beautiful, there was plenty for us to see and do, and your apartment was perfect, many thanks for that. Maybe you can tell I have caught the Krakow bug and cant wait to visit again! I've already begun organising friends to return to Krakow and we will certainly use Affinity Flats when we return.

I just wanted to say how much we all enjoyed our time in Poland - everything was wonderful. The apartment was a veritable home from home and we were very comfortable. Thank you so much to you and to Domenica for all your support and help. We will definitely recommend you to our friends and family. We have many happy memories of Krakow.

It was a great pleasure to have my new wife and daughter stay at Affinity flats. Marisha was VERY accommodating and we enjoyed the flat tremendously!

We had a wonderful, memorable week in Krakow, and Marisha's efforts and the lovely flat were major contributors. When we got home we had some lovely memories, and it felt (from the degree of chill-out achieved!) as though we had been on holiday for 2 weeks, not one. I would unreservedly reccommend Affinity flats to anyone (u need to be crazy to prefer a hotel)and if we go back to Krakow again -tempting....- I know exactly where we'll be staying.

A surpise birthday treat for my Polish wife was made to feel like living at home. Marisha went out of her way to enhance the welcome with flowers and support. Krakow sells itself; Affinity Flats makes it memorable.

When we think back on our recent 2 week visit to Krakow, one of the things that made it so enjoyable is where we stayed. After several e-mails with Marisha we chose Affinity Flats Standard Apt. and are very satisfied with the stay. A quick ten minute walk took us to the old town where we started and finished most of our days.Then back home to a nice quiet, comfortable and secure flat. Thanks again Marisha. Can't wait to come back for Christmas. Gary and Kristen

Nice flats, in the centre, with all necessary to stay and visit Cracow without problems. Well done!

Krakow was wonderful when we were there this last April. We mostly hung out at the flat, more than visiting tourist sites - though we did that, too. The flat was close to the old town center, the needed shops for our stay were very close by, so we didn't need to spend a great deal of time shopping to fill-up the fridge and cupboards. The neighbors were friendly when we met them on the stairs. The flat was clean, well-lit, quiet and peaceful; we felt safe and secure throughout the neighborhood. Can't imagine someone
wanting to stay at a hotel over the option of one of Marisha's flats.

Last month, I visited Krakow and had an absolute blast… Part of the reason I had such a good time has to do with where I stayed – the Sarego flat. Going into my trip I decided against staying in any of the major hotel chains, not because of cost, but because I really wanted to experience as much of the local culture as possible. In the end, I was very pleased with my decision – the flat was clean, well equipped (with a nice kitchen), comfortable and in a great location (a 7-minute walk to the Old Town/Cloth Hall). And, while I spent most of my time sightseeing, it was always nice to come back to the flat and relax. I will definitely visit again. Thanks Marisha...

Marisha provided superb accomodation within a ten minute walk to the market square of beautiful Krakow. The accomodation was first class and very good value. Marisha was the perfect hostess and also arranged an extra night at very short notice. We would not hesitate to recommend her and Affinity Flats to anyone visiting Krakow. We'll be back at some stage ;}

Just got our picture back from our trip to Krakow. What a great holiday! Our flat was so close to the Old Town and the Rynek that the kids and I were able to take an early stroll each day and see Krakow preparing for another day. As we walked the cobbled stone streets, church bells rang, the Hejnal trumpeter blew his notes, colorful flowers were being set out in tubs and pots for the day's sale in the Rynek, and the pretzel sellers were already on duty. The location of our apartment also made our daily excursions to various other Polish towns a breeze. We had easy access to transportation to Zakopane, Czestachowa, Wadowice, and many other areas. My father and uncle appreciated the roomy apartment, too. Thanks for helping us have a wonderful time in Krakow!

I am so sorry to cancel my reservation owing to a mix up on my flights. Disappointed as I am, I will make it to Krakow some other time and when I do, will definitely book with you. You provide excellent service.

We're just back from Krakow and would like to say how much we enjoyed our stay in a very comfortable flat, which was described as standard accommodation, but suited us very well. Centrally located, and indeed a short walk from the delightful market square, even for fifty-somethings like us, the choice of restaurants in particular surprised us as did the prices! Marisha arranged a trip for us and allowed us to stay 2 extra nights at short notice. To sum up, you will not be disappointed and will have the time of your life, as we did.

I descended upon poor Marisha in Krakow with eight hillwalkers from England in April 04! We had been spending time walking in the Tatra Mountains (beautiful and highly recommended) and needed two flats to stay in. Marisha was wonderful - she even looked after our bags while we were in the hills! The apartments were lovely, and the hospitality excellent. Marisha combines good service with a personal courtesy and helpfulness, and my party and I were only sorry we couldn't have stayed for longer. I hope to return!

I've met in Krakow the hospitality of a home. Affinity Flats it is your home. That what I felt away from home - "home". It was a pleasure to stay in a luxury apartment in down town Krakow and have the hospitality of Polish people.

Excellent customer service all round from Marisha, lovely flat which suited our purposes extremely well. We would recommend Affinity Flats - and Marisha - to anyone visiting Krakow who appreciates quality and the flexibility to do as they please from a comfortable home-base.

Affinity Flats made our trip to Krakow comfortable, affordable, and unique. With our days packed with tours through Salt Mines, Wawel, and Auschwitz, having a true \"home\" base made things much easier for us. Krakow is a beautiful city, full of charm and culture - and I recommend it to anyone. Also, if you can make it, I recommend visiting the Salt Mine just outside of the city. Existing since the 1300s, it is full of history and unique flair. All in all, Marisha and her Affinity Flats made our trip to Krakow one of the best times of our lives.
Thank you!

We stayed in Affinity Flat's deluxe 2 bedroom apartment for four days and it was perfect for our needs. It was very spacious, clean, nice bathroom with shower, nice kitchen for cooking, plus a very comfortable living room and dining room. This flat is very close to the center of the old town, just an easy 7 minute walk to the Cloth Hall and town square. The street and building are very quiet, the beds are comfortable, and the flat is well equiped. We enjoyed our stay in Krakow very much, and Marisha was very helpful. She met us at the train station when we arrived, had the flat stocked with fruit, juice, coffee & tea & milk, and breakfast goodies. She also arranged for us transportation to the train station when we checked out. We will recommend the Affinity Flats to our friends and we would not hesitate to stay there again next time we return to Krakow. Marisha, thank you very much for all of your help and wonderful accommodations.

After few trips to the lovely Krakow, I've got in touch with the delightful service of Affinity Flats, and they became my top choice all over Poland. Believe me, such kind of accomodations may give anybody the chance of a more deeper knowledge of this beautiful town than any hotel in central Krakow. Any kind of need can be fit with the huge variety of flat's types provided by the charming landlady, very professional and friendly. I can't wait for my next trip to Krakow and, for sure, I'll try to stay again in A.F. even if such high standard together with an affordable price can often make those flats very hard to obtain due to high request.

Above all Thanks Marisha & Sasha. It's already 2 years since we visited you, but some day we'll be back again. Because Krakow is a place which needs lots of time to discover all the things going on and it's a place where I feel more happiness, even better than at home. Your Affinity Flats are great. I wish every success to you. Take care, bye.

My first visit to Kraków was a business trip, where I was supposed to also give a reception for about 20 people: businessmen, politicians, artists, etc. Instead of booking a hotel and a restaurant, I decided to try out the affinity flat we had already booked for our family Easter holidays, and I haven't regretted it one single moment. In the Karmelicka flat, I could have easily had twice as many guests. Everybody was really impressed, both by the flat and by the originality of being received in a genuine Cracow home. Marisha had got hold of a caterer, and in the end the reception developed into a real party. I almost had to kick the people out, everybody felt at home. The flat was surprisingly quiet, and at very comfortable walking distance from the old town. I can't wait to get back. As long as Marisha will have me in one of her flats, I will never see the inside of a Cracow hotel room.

CHRISTMAS IN KRAKOW - Now that was an experience. Family members were able to come from different directions to meet up there, staying in Affinity Flats.

Marisha gave us a friendly welcome at the airport. She organised a taxi to take us to the flat and then showed us roud it. It was tastefully decorated for Christmas with decorations on a tree, lovely delicate lights and lots of candles to use. There were comforatable sofas to relax on.

Marisha had lots of information that helped us and was always ready to answer our queries or help with problems. We enjoyed the log fire and spent a great family Christmas in the flat and explored the many things there are to do in the ancient city. We had some good meals out with a wide choice of restaurants and found many things of historical interest.

There were too many of us for one flat and the second flat was beautifully furnished with up to date furnishings. Both Affinity Flats Executive and Deluxe apartments were really comforatable and an ideal base - a short walk to the old city. We could not have wished for a better venue for our Christmas celebrations and for a relaxing time after our days of exploring.

Affinity flats sure satisfied all our needs for a modern central flat in Cracow, Poland. Nice and clean with all the necessary furniture and kitchen tools. The bathroom was very nice and we think that we had good value for money. The service was also fantastic, we were met at the train station an led through the city by the owner Marisha. She will also give you good advice on where to go. Me and a friend stayed in the executive flat, we came to watch a soccer match - but got a very nice holiday as well. Nice city - and fabulous flat. I really hope to return one day.

Marisha and Sasha at Affinity Flats were incredible. Marisha was a wealth of knowledge. So friendly, we were welcomed as if we've known each other for years. I don't know how I would have done it without her help. The flat was warm and homey. Everything you needed was available. Close to everything. She even rang a cab for me to arrive at midnight. I can't wait to make it back to Krakow and finish where I left off.

I stayed with five friends in the executive apartment in Cracow and could not recomend it enough. The apartment has an excellent location within easy walking distance of the old town. The apartment is luxuriously decorated and very cosy. Relaxing in front of the fire was a perfect way to warm up after seeing the sights. Cracow itself is a magical city; a stunning old town steeped in history and culture, but without the hordes of tourists and tacky souveneir shops found in other East European capitals.

This was my 4th trip to Krakow but my wife's first. It was wonderful to find a great flat at a reasonable price near the Centrum. Her flat was very well equiped with everything you need, even sugar for herbata. Marisha was very helpful & acted like we were old friends from the beginning. She even lent Lena a warm coat when it turned unexpectedly cold for Oct -- thank you! Don't stay in a hotel when you can have your own flat with a kitchen! The candles & flowers are a nice touch.

Affinity flats are beautifully restored and in the heart of Cracow. The city centre could be reached by 15 minutes easy walking. They provide a welcoming and cosy environment whilst maintaining a distinctively Polish style. I would recommend them highly to groups or families visiting Crakow.

Dear Marisha,
First thank you for you kindness! We spent a unforgettable long weekend in your luxury apartment. I recommend to everybody, who wants a beautiful big apartment in the heart of Krakow. The flat is modern, warm and confortable in this old building. Not enough to say, I reccomend it. Thank you again Marisha!
Best regards, Tibor from Hungary

Dobry den! We have recently enjoyed an extremely pleasant trip to Krakow. Our stay began on a lovely footing as we were met personally off the train by our host Marisha who took us to our flat. The apartment was perfect, so homely and there was even coffee in the cupboard. Getting to town couldn't have been easier, just a five minute walk away. Staying here made our trip so fantastic and we can't recommend it enough. Thanks Marisha for making our holiday!

Hi Readers, I have stayed twice in the wonderful town of Krakow. I have fallen in love with this place. I stayed in apartments from Affinity. The accomodation is authentic in that you are sharing a building with the local people. This gives you a fantastic flavour of Poland. The Flats are perfect to every detail and of incredible standard. I shall be back many times. The City square is enchanting, romantic and full of history. MORE more more. You will feel the same, of that I am sure.

Have fun. Garry

Krakow is an amazing city with an incredible amount to see and do. Marisha is a wonderful host with a wealth of knowledge that she shares willingly - we definitely benefited from her assistance. We have stayed in many apartments and flats throughout Europe and it is a rarity to find owners/managers who are as interested in assuring a pleasant stay for their renters as Marisha. Our apartment was in a great location - a reasonable walk to from the train station and to the center of the old town square.

I was spoilt alround on my first visit to Krakow, Poland. Not only did I stay in first class accommodation having chosen the Executive Flat but i was extremely lucky to visit this gorgeous and untouched city with two Polish friends which made the entire trip very special. Marisha made us feel extremely welcome and was especially good at giving correct and informative advice regarding this magnificent city. In a couple of years, this place will be the next big thing.... I'm just glad to have visited before others discover the magic of it's people and the history. Well done Marisha, keep up the high standards and the reasonable prices and people will flock to Krakow.

Being a travel agent, I've checked many kinds of accommodation in Krakow. Just Affinity Flats provides a real high standard at an affordable price. Besides, I appreciated a lot the kindness of the owner. Definitely, I'll come again.

If you're looking for a really friendly place to stay, this is it... the flat is run by Marisha, a Scots/Pole who has a passion for Cracow, an encyclopaedic knowledge of the city, and the low-down on all the best places to visit. You could not have a better guide in Krakow.