H15 Boutique Hotel – 5-star luxury in Warsaw
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DECEMBER 2018
There’s a slight bohemian feel in surroundings as you arrive outside H15 Boutique Hotel Warsaw. The tree-lined, pebbled streets with vegan restaurants and bars is a fitting area for a 5-star luxury boutique hotel.
Modern in feel, yet Polish in character, it reminds me of the quaint streets around the Mitte area of Berlin.
The history behind the 19th century building is also quite remarkable. Before World War I, the patriotic youth of Poland used it as a base to discuss regaining its independence.
Then in 1924, the Soviet Union bought the building, transforming it into its official embassy. During the period, you could also see the carved figures of peasants and workers at the top of the columns.
After the Russian occupation came the Nazi Germans in 1941. The building was overtaken by the Third Reich, but luckily was spared destruction in the aftermath of the Warsaw Uprising.
Where is H15 Boutique Hotel?
H15 Boutique Hotel’s central location is within walking distance of attractions like the Palace of Culture and Science. Warsaw central train station is also nearby, ideal if you’re planning on visiting Krakow or Gdansk.
The area itself is full of charming independent shops and eateries. Vegans are also spoiled for foodie choices, with nearby Tel Aviv Urban Food and Youmiko Vegan Sushi.
Indoor food court and all-round hangout, Hala Koszyki, is around a 5-minute walk. Try a taste of traditional Polish fare, or something more international, like Spanish or even Indian cuisine.
Boutique hotel in Warsaw
Upon entering its doors, you’re greeted — first by the warmth from the heating, followed by the reception staff. A hallway leads to a brightly colored dining and seating area, with high ceilings, natural light, and charming interior pieces.
The number of rooms available (47) at H15 Boutique Hotel reinforces its boutique title. Occupancy is also around 80%, even during the quieter periods. It was mid-morning when we arrived, and with only the hotel staff in sight. For a brief moment, we felt the hotel was just for us.
H15 Boutique Hotel accommodation
There are several types of accommodation available at H15 Boutique Hotel. They range from a classic standard room, all the way to the 2-bedroom penthouse on the top floor. Regardless of which room you choose, each embraces a colorful ‘style of the contemporary 1950’s’, complete with high-end furnishings.
H15 Boutique Hotel dining area room
Eclectic decor also inside
Superior Junior Suite
I never know how to feel when I enter a suite that’s either bigger, or chicer, than my own apartment. Our Superior Junior Suite ticked both boxes, and I instantly wished we were staying longer.
The suite’s furnished with Italian-made furniture, and has a living room with kitchenette area, separate bedroom and incredible marble bathroom. I’m awarding it ‘incredible’ due to its size, design, toiletries (L’Occitane), steam-less mirror and also heated flooring.
Colourful living room, Superior Junior Suite
Penthouse living area
Bathroom , Superior Junior Suite
The living area
Inside is a triple foldout sofa, perfect for flopping down on after a full day’s exploring. Individually designed artwork adorns the walls, and the kitchen/bar area is also stocked with everything you could need. Enjoy a morning cup of tea or Nespresso coffee, keep hydrated with the complimentary water, or indulge in the mini bar. Prices are more than reasonable too with the Polish zloty, so you can also raid the contents, guilt free.
One in-room feature you’re sure to find useful, is the complimentary smartphone available for guests. It’s powered by Handy, and lets you makes unlimited local and international calls, with unlimited mobile internet.
What’s more, it features a city guide to help navigate your surroundings, and also has exclusive discounts and offers. It’s something I hope more hotels will embrace, as it removes the necessity of having to search for free WiFi!
“Upon entering its doors, you’re greeted — first by the warmth from the heating, followed by the reception staff. “
The bedroom
Wooden sliding doors separate the living room from the bedroom, where an extremely comfortable queen-sized bed awaits. Spacious and inviting, I think I fell asleep within minutes after turning off the lights. Be sure to also check out its pillow menu on the bedside table. They have options including memory foam and anti-allergy.
Penthouse bedroom
Breakfast at H15 Boutique Hotel
If I could, I’d make every meal breakfast. And when you see the selection on offer at H15 Boutique Hotel, you may just feel the same. Our breakfast wasn’t included in the price, so if you want it, indicate this when you make your booking.
My advice here is to pace yourself. You’ll find the main breakfast bar in the dining area/lobby, and there a lot of tempting things on offer. From healthy granola and yoghurt, to Polish kielbasa, baked beans and homemade bread, it’s a tough choice! On top of that, the waitress will come to your table and ask if you want anything cooked to order. Unable to resist, I ordered a mushroom, bell pepper and cheese omelette.
There are also healthier breakfast beverages like freshly squeezed orange and/or carrot juice. The friendly staff are on hand to serve quality teas and coffees to provide your morning caffeine kick.
Breakfast selection at H15 Boutique Hotel
Also try a traditional Polish breakfast
The Salon Spa
H15 Boutique Hotel Salon Spa
Don’t expect a big spa if you fancy booking a treatment, as there’s 1 treatment room for all. However, what it lacks in size, it more than makes up in the level of service and quality you’ll receive.
From the second I arrived, my therapist, Jola, showed nothing but total professionalism and warmth. After running through the standard questions, she talked me through the techniques of massage she’d be using.
Ninety minutes later, I lay still after deniably one of the best massages I’d had in a while. Jola uses a combination of massage techniques, and her expertise was evident throughout the whole treatment. I can wholeheartedly say, that if you stay at H15 Boutique Hotel, also book in some wellness time with Jola. It’s worth every zloty.
The final word
There’s nothing that would stop me from staying again at H15 Boutique Hotel. From the accommodating staff to the elegant, individual design of the suites, it’s truly the best base to explore Warsaw.
What do you think about this boutique hotel in Warsaw? Is it somewhere you could see yourself checking into? Leave me a comment below; I’d love to hear from you.
Till next time, happy boutique travels x
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That’s a great breakfast spread and a beautiful breakfast area in H15. I always enjoy the buffet breakfast spreads in 5-star hotels. The rooms are neat and clean and shining like diamonds. If I am in a group of four, I would surely prefer the two-bedroom penthouse on the top.
The penthouse is amazing! And as a breakfast fan, I couldn’t get enough; wish I had it every day!
H15 Boutique Hotel Warsaw looks so posh! I love the breakfast selections. It looks so yummy! I really need to bookmark this article so that I’ll have a reference when I visit Poland soon. Great photos by the way!
Thank you! We loved our time there and would highly recommend it to travelers coming to Warsaw
Isn’t it great to stay in a hotel that’s better than your own apartment, haha!? I love the look of the hotel and that breakfast in particular looks amazing.
Yes and no! For me, I love getting the inspiration to take back home though!
This part of the world has such an interesting history. It’s so cool that this building has survived it all and looks better than ever. If only the walls could talk…
Tell me about it! I was impressed that it’s still around after everything it’s been through!
A free smartphone to use during your stay?! Say no more. Must visit this hotel at some point in my life! I must say a steamless mirror and heated flooring in a bathroom are a perfect dream for me!
It’s so useful, and really something more hotels should do. The steamless mirror and heated flooring was a dream!
I spent last weekend in Krakow and din’t have time to make it to Warsaw. I love how bright this hotel is and the quirky decor. The Penthouse looks amazing, so does the Junior Suite. It’s the little touches that make the difference eg. complimentary water, L’occitane toiletries. The Polish breakfast looks scrummy. I’ll definitely be booking here when I’m in Warsaw.
You really must, we wish we had booked longer! Krakow and Wroclaw are next on the list when we return; it’s a beautiful country
I could definitely see myself checking into this chic hotel! Your pictures capture the eclectic vibe of H15 Boutique Hotel Warsaw…and such interesting wall art! Honestly, I never even knew there was such a thing as a pillow menu. (Perfect for me, since I am picky about my pillow and usually travel with it.) Who would have imagined H15 has such an interesting history, too? Thanks for bringing this hotel to my attention. I will look it up next time I’m in Warsaw.
Brilliant Jackie, and happy to read it! The pillow menu’s awesome, and such a great feature to have in the suites too. A must stay in Warsaw
Oh Lisa, this looks like a gorgeous place to stay! I love the funky interior and warm, comforting touches. Just lovely!
You have to stay here! It’s so individual, yet bright and inviting too 🙂
Such a cute hotel, and what a fascinating history.. That smartphone is just a brilliant idea and I wish more hotels would do the same as well.. Wireless is still too often slow and international phone calls can get very expensive very quickly. Great post!
I completely agree! I’m potentially working with another brand that does the same thing, and really hope more hotels embrace it in the near future
Wow! That place looks absolutely divine. What a treat to be able to stay there!
More so when you’re there 😀
what a beautiful hotel. I absolutely love the idea of a free smart phone. What a brilliant idea. The breakfast looks amazing. I agree – I would eat breakfast for all my meals if possible.
The breakfast was incredible; I had to really pace myself lol
The food and decor is so amazing! I’ll be checking out this place if I’m in that area for business or fun!
You must, it’s a wonderful hotel!
This place looks absolutely stunning! And all the history outside of its walls, too! Would love to visit here one day!
You have to, it’s a fantastic boutique hotel 🙂
i would love to check out this hotel when i get there. it is nice to wake up in this room. glad you had fun
I highly recommend it; it’s a wonderful boutique
The decor inside is so beautiful. I love the historical aspect of this building. Seems like it would be a great place to stay just to find out more about its history and to see some of the sites that are nearby that probably have just as much of a historical aesthetic to it.
It’s definitely that kind of place! And so wonderful inside too 😀
What a fabulous looking boutique hotel this is! Totally love their deco, space, colour scheme and the food and spa room looks acceptable too. Would be my go to hotel stay if I ever went to Warsaw
Perfect! Glad you like it, I can see you have good taste too 😉
This hotel looks looovely! What gorgeous decor and luxury amenities. I love the unique chair you used at breakfast! The breakfast spread looks absolutely divine. My husband’s family is Polish and we eat Polish sausage and poppyseed bread at every holiday. What a dream it would be to enjoy these items actually in Poland at this gorgeous hotel.
No way, what a coincidence! So, you must definitely remember H15 Boutique Hotel the next time you return!
The hotel is so nice I’d hardly want to leave! Excellent recommendation for accommodation in Warsaw, I plan on going next year and will definitely save this for booking. The decor and the spaciousness of the hotel is breathtaking. Thank you so much for sharing!
Perfect Yara! Trust me, you’ll really enjoy your time here, let me know if you stay here 🙂
I have Warsaw on my list and will definitely look into this as an accommodation option. The hotel looks very clean and the location is great as well. Must say the Bohemian look appeals to me. Rooms look comfy as well. Overall a test plane to park a few nights I must say. Thanks for sharing.
That’s an excellent idea, you’ll certainly enjoy it 😀
Thank you so much for sharing your experience and I would love to check into it ❤
You must, it’s a wonderful hotel!
Looks beautiful! I have been to Warsaw 2 years ago, and this accommodation seems wonderful.
If you ever return, be sure to remember H15 Boutique!
sounds like a very comforting place to stay. choosing a good hotel can be hard
It can, but I’ve done the hard work for you 🙂
Super informative and helpful post! Love this!
Thanks!
Wow this place looks like an absolutely fabulous place to stay! Everything about it is so beautiful 🙂 Maybe someday I will get to visit!
I hope you do, you’ll love the service here
This hotel looks so swanky! I would want to visit Poland just so I could stay in this hotel. It is gorgeous! Also the food looks delicious. My mouth is watering just looking at the photos. LOL I am glad that you had a good time! I’ll have to visit this place one day myself!
You really must Jasmine, you’re guaranteed an excellent time here!
This place looks AMAZING! I love reading about different places and hearing of others experiences.
It’s as amazing in person as it looks!
I would love to check out the hotel. It looks classy.
It’s very classy, and with great service too
What an absolutely stunning boutique hotel! My preferences for travel accommodation is always an apartment if we’re bunkering down for a bit longer than a few days or a boutique hotel rather than those big chain hotels. I always find the décor is so unique and the staff are always so much more friendly. And I am a sucker for a good hotel breakfast, especially if they offer local delicacies. The buffet looked delicious! We tend to linger at breakfast before heading out for the day so its always high on my list when choosing accom. Great review!
Thanks so much Amy! I totally understand about booking an apartment if staying longer, but H15 is great for short stays in Warsaw. And yes, the breakfast is awesome!
This looks very clean and beautiful hotel, I liked the traditional polish breakfast specially the bean soup
It’s more baked beans, but yes, was very good!
I only lived once in a 5-star hotel. I wish to do more like that. I really enjoyed it, we stayed in the Four Seasons Hotel at Guangzhou China. I really enjoyed it…
It’s definitely a great experience!
Your pictures of the hotel are really stunning, what an amazing place to stay in Warsaw! The food looks so good as well, it makes me miss Europe with all its great breads 🙂
Thank you! Yes, we’re spoiled in Europe with our bread selection 😀
This hotel is my style. I love everything about it. I haven’t planned to travel to Warsaw, but I must stay here!
You must Terri, it’s a great choice for Warsaw
This hotel looks so bright and beautiful! My sister lives in eirope and travels to Warsaw often. I’ll have to show her this!
Perfect! I hope you both visit one day
The suites of the hotel are so spacious and bright. I really loved the idea of complimentary smartphone, it makes communication very convenient. The cozy ambiance and the sitting area make the stay experience all the more comfortable. Would love to book a stay at this hotel when I visit Warsaw next.
I hope you do! We loved our time here so much and would return again one day
What a lovely property in Warsaw! I love it when you stay at hotels that have a history – being used by the political youth for discussing independence, and then as an embassy, gives a story to the place and transforms it into a historical treasure and not just a hotel! I’d love to find out what a traditional Polish breakfast is! I haven’t particularly had Polish food.
It’s very good Medha! The building’s had an amazing history and yes, is more than just a hotel 🙂
I loved the eclectic decor of the rooms and inside the main lobby. This hotel is having unique decor in all the rooms with spacious and cozy rooms and to the top of it, the staff is also very welcoming. As it is located perfectly with many attractions and vegan restaurants nearby, I would surely book this luxury boutique hotel whenever I visit Warsaw.
It’s a great location for vegans, there’s so much choice for you! Hope you visit for yourself soon
I love Warsaw. I’ve been there many times but never stayed at this Hotel. Next time…
Definitely bookmark it for next time!
This just enticed me to visit Warsaw, I even had to google it. I’m always on the look out for quaint boutique hotels. Now that pillow menu though and spa—-FTW ??
Perfect Maria, I’m happy it inspired you to Google it! Let me know if you stay there
Such a lovely place to stay. It really fits its 5-star rating. I hope to visit the place someday.
Me too! You won’t be disappointed
Loving the quirky chair. The hotel looks modern and comfy too – perfect for a city break
It’s the perfect hotel for a city break!
This place looks so cool. Interior and food also look great.
It’s a luxury boutique I’m happy to add to the list 😀
Warsaw is one of the European cities on my wishlist to visit soon. I love the look of H15, I’m such a big fan of modern boutique hotels and the decor of this one looks really appealing. Your Superior Junior Suite looks utterly fabulous!
It was super fabulous! And we enjoyed every minute
Wow. That looks amazing. Hopefully I can visit there some day.
Me too, it’s a great hotel
This hotel looks really neat, the decor is nice, it really has that rustic feel that you said, but it also has that business look to it, the rooms look fantastic, also are those fake birds? they look so life like, really love the chairs for the breakfast portion, and the food looks delicious. This hotel is certainly going on my list of hotels to visit in Warsaw
They’re fake birds, don’t worry! The decor’s very unique, colourful and individual too. I hope you experience it for yourself 🙂
Such an amazing hotel with beautiful ambiance; seems that you had enjoyed your stay. I’m going to bookmark this for sure. Thanks a lot for sharing your experience.
You’re welcome, I hope you visit one day!
Wow it’s really nice. I wish I could visit the hotel right now. Thanks for sharing Dear. 🙂
Thanks!
I love how bright this hotel is and the quirky decor. The Penthouse looks amazing, so does the Junior Suite. It’s the little touches that make the difference
Absolutely, and it makes a big difference too!
Love the stylish decor and the food looks divine! A very well written piece. Will keep H15 in mind when in Warsaw.
Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed reading it
This is the first time I’ve heard a hotel offering free smartphones to use during your stay. The unli calls and internet are also so convenient. You never have to go out too to enjoy traditional Polish food. Indeed, a great hotel to consider if ever I get the opportunity to visit Warsaw in the future.
Happy to read that! And yes, the Handy smartphone is so good to have!
What a lovely suggestion for my upcoming Warsaw trip. The rooms look so neat and clean! I sure wouldn’t mind spending a few days here. I’m so glad I came across my article.
Me too Daniel! It’s a wonderful boutique and I’m certain you’ll have a wonderful time
I love how modernized and Bohemian the H15 Hotel looks! I love spots like this, they are scenic and great for photos, the food looks amazing as well.
Trust me, it’s a wonderful hotel in Warsaw. And yes, the breakfast is very good!
What a gorgeous hotel and in love with the chic decor. The smartphone is a very novel and thoughtful idea, adding unlimited local and international calls is a very kind gesture. The breakfast buffet is really tempting, if I very visit Warsaw this is going to be first choice for stay, thanks for the share!
I was so happy to see it when we entered the room! It’s great for international guests in particular. The breakfast was amazing too!
I’ve been to several five star hotels before, and I can say that this one is unique. I just don’t know if it would be worth it. I need to know the prices more.
I understand completely. For Pound Sterling, Euros or Dollars, you may find the prices here reasonable.
Wow, such a beautiful and luxurious hotel to stay. Great review and the penthouse looks like a dream.
The penthouse is gorgeous. Definitely one to think about if you’re a larger group visiting Warsaw
I love visiting beautiful hotels. This one looks like a great one to stay at!
It really is!
OOoo looks like one fabulous place to stay!!! I would love to check in and check it out for myself
You should! It’s an amazing hotel
What an extraordinary place to stay! I’ve never visited Warsaw before, but if I do I will definitely treat myself to this hotel!
Perfect, I’m so glad to read that. You’ll really love it here
My eyes are glued in you bathroom, that luxurious bathtub, and your bed! OMG I want to be at Boutique Hotel Warsaw 😀
It’s a wonderful hotel to stay in Warsaw
Oh wow! Thanks for sharing this article. The places look great! I haven’t been to Warsaw but haven been to krakow. I enjoyed my trip to Poland a lot so currently looking at a trip to Warsaw 🙂
I have bookmarked this article!
Amazing to read! You’ll love Warsaw, it has so many character, often overlooked, thank you!
I love the decor of this hotel. You must have enjoyed your stay there. If i ever go to Warsaw, I am definitely staying at this hotel. Thanks for sharing!
It’s a beautiful decor Kelly, and really one to watch out for when in Warsaw
Very informative & detailed, thanks for sharing this, very beautiful & comfy hotel, wish I will have an opportunity to stay once & experience it too 🙂 Love the bread selections. cheers,
You and me both! Glad you enjoyed it
I love how the design here is a good mix of quirky and eclectic yet classy and minimalistic at the same time. I could see myself on a long stay here and doing work in the spacious and brightly lit common areas. I didn’t make it to Warsaw when I was in Poland recently but would love to visit, and now I know where to stay!
You definitely must check it out the next time you’re back, it’s a charming city
My friend lives in Krakow. I am so going to recommend this place to her. Designed amazingly and you explain everything really well
Wonderful! She definitely has to stop by for the spa or lunch, it’s a great hotel
Brilliant photos and a great review. This is exactly the sort of detail I love if I’m going to book somewhere. Thanks for sharing x
You’re welcome Dan, glad you found it helpful!
Beautifully covered through your pics and review. The history that you gave about the building caught my attention and made the whole place so much more intriguing. I don’t see the vestiges of that right now but understanding its past just makes it so much more interesting. The rooms, the warmth of its interiors, the breakfast spread and the thoughtful companion they have given is so cool.
Thank you Ami! It was a pleasure writing about this hotel, as everything was truly excellent 🙂
I’m half-polish and have always wanted to go to Poland. Now I know where to stay when in Warsaw, thanks to you! 🙂 xo, Suzanne
Oh wow! So you definitely have to visit here, it’s my favourite boutique!