Holiday Accommodation

The Polish landscape can change dramatically after just a few hours’ drive.

• In the north, the Baltic Sea coast stretches from the sandy beaches of Western Pomerania, through the Vistula Spit, to the tip of the Hel Peninsula.
• The south is dominated by mountains. The Tatra Mountains are the highest, but alongside them stretch the forested Beskids, the Karkonosze in the Sudetes, and the gentler Gorce and Pieniny ranges. The regions are characterized by trails of slightly varying difficulty levels, but practically everywhere you’ll find mountain trails suitable for both families with children and seasoned mountaineers.
• Central and northeastern Poland are home to lakes and rivers. Do your thoughts immediately turn to Masuria? No wonder. However, the list of vacation ideas doesn’t end with the Land of the Great Lakes. Check out lodging options in the Drawsko Lake District, Kashubia, the Suwałki Region, and the areas around Lubniewice, Powidz, or the Brodnica Lake District.

The sea, mountains, and lakes are certainly interesting vacation destinations. The largest cities welcome millions of tourists every year. Before you rule out resorts while planning your vacation, consider that there must be a reason why so many people are drawn to them.

Consider whether the well-developed infrastructure, numerous attractions, bustling streets, and vast range of lodging options might actually make it easier for you to plan your vacation. When everything is right at your fingertips, it’s much easier not to worry about a thing.

However, if you’re certain you’re looking for something less obvious this year, here are some suggestions on where to go on vacation in Poland if you’re interested in a less typical destination.

• To Lower Silesia—visit Wroclaw, explore castles, forts, and old mines.
• To the capital—in the summer, Warsaw is worth visiting when traffic is lighter. You can easily book a stay of up to a week in the city. Plan visits to the most interesting museums, stop at historic sites, and take walks through green spaces.
• To the Kraków-Częstochowa Upland—a paradise for lovers of active recreation. You can climb, bike, and hike surrounded by beautiful views. The region is an excellent choice if you’re looking to be close to nature and have plenty of space to truly relax.

Each part of the Polish coast has its own microclimate—the landscape, the type of dominant buildings, and the degree of urbanization vary depending on the location.

Where to go for a beach vacation? Check out 3 seaside destinations.

• The narrow headland of the Hel Peninsula juts out into the sea for over 30 kilometers. In this case, the obvious choice is Hel (at the very tip of the peninsula). An equally interesting option is Wladyslawowo (at the very beginning of the peninsula)—this kind of vacation might be a better choice if you want quicker access to nearby towns.
• Looking for a vacation in a resort with health spa status? Head to Kolobrzeg—but don’t assume that all there is to do in the city is stroll around the brine graduation tower. Kolobrzeg lies halfway between Swinoujscie and the Tri-City, has its own port, and boasts one of the widest beaches on the central coast. In the evenings, it’s bustling with life and offers plenty of options for spending your free time.
• Miedzyzdroje is located on the island of Wolin, along the western stretch of the Polish coast. Close to the town center, the Wolin National Park begins, featuring beech forests and a cliff-lined landscape. In the town itself, you can stroll along the pier, the modern promenade, and the Avenue of Stars.

Not all mountains are created equal. In southern Poland, you’ll find the rugged, ridgeline-filled Tatra Mountains, the gentle, forested Beskids, and the Sudeten ranges with their impressive observation towers atop the peaks. Where can you spend your vacation if you want to hike the most interesting mountain trails?

• At the foot of Giewont lies the capital of the Polish Tatra Mountains. Trails leading to the Koscielisko Valley and Morskie Oko set off from Zakopane. Too obvious a choice? Don’t worry. In fact, even if you were planning a month-long stay in this area, you could choose a different trail every day.
• Śnieżka, the highest peak of the Karkonosze and the entire Sudetes range, towers over Karpacz. The town stretches along the long Łomnica Valley.
• The Bieszczady Mountains offer a landscape completely different from that of the Tatra and Karkonosze Mountains. Near Ustrzyki Górne, the trails leading to Połonina Caryńska, Połonina Wetlińska, and Tarnica begin. The trails are long and often typically exposed along the ridges. The view of the sprawling mountain meadows stays with you for a long time.

If you’re heading to the mountains, don’t assume that hiking will be your only vacation activity. Larger towns (even those in the remotest corners of Poland) offer plenty of options for relaxation, sightseeing, and entertainment.

It must be admitted, however, that after an active vacation, relaxation is the best remedy. That’s why vacation rentals that offer access to a private pool, hot tub, sauna, or other amenities that allow for quick recovery in comfortable surroundings are so popular.

Docks, marinas, kayaks, bicycles, and tiny villages right on the water. Can you picture it and immediately feel the vibe of a lakeside vacation? Plan your vacation exactly like this. Relax closer to nature, but without giving up comfortable accommodations and local attractions.

The most popular lakes in Poland are mainly located in Masuria, Kashubia, Western Pomerania, and Greater Poland. Near many of them, you’ll find apartments, vacation homes, larger resorts, and rooms for rent in a farmstay setting. There are plenty of options—on Heyrent, you can book the one that perfectly meets your expectations.

Check out the most popular lakes and places where you can spend your vacation relaxing on their shores.

• Śniardwy (Mikołajki, Pisz, Nowe Guty)
• Mamry (Węgorzewo, Giżycko, Sztynort)
• Niegocin (Giżycko, Wilkasy, Rydzewo)
• Lake Charzykowskie (Charzykowy, Chojnice)
• Lake Powidzkie (Powidz, Przybrodzin, Skorzęcin)

It’ll be easier to plan your family vacation if there are things to do near your lodging (regardless of the weather). Check the distance to:

• the beach, lake, and hiking trails,
• rope courses,
• playgrounds,
• amusement parks,
• water parks,
• child-friendly museums,
• movie theaters, and theaters.

Where to go on vacation with kids? Among the suggestions above, you should definitely consider:

• Miedzyzdroje,
• Zakopane,
• Giżycko.

These are recommended resorts that won’t surprise you in any way—and that’s exactly why they might be the best places for a vacation with kids.

Feeling nervous before your dream vacation? The most stress arises when uncertainties start to pop up after you’ve already made your reservation. Is the apartment close to the beach, a hiking trail, or downtown? Do the photos reflect the actual standard of the place? Will there be parking, a kitchenette, a balcony, or a play area for kids on-site?

On Heyrent, you can instantly filter accommodations by dates, location, number of guests, and amenities. You can compare apartments, cottages, and guest rooms without having to jump between pages, and you’ll complete the entire booking process without any middlemen.

Where to go on vacation in Poland? Open the map in our search engine and start browsing available offers. Plan your vacation and get ready for an unforgettable experience.