RAFFLES EUROPEJSKI WARSAW, Warsaw

Raffles Europejski Warsaw - A 5-star artistic haven with neoclassical architecture, modern Polish art collection, and Royal Route location

Located on the Royal Route in Warsaw's Centrum district, the 5-star Raffles Europejski Warsaw showcases 106 spacious rooms and suites featuring contemporary Polish art from a 500-piece collection curated by an in-house Art Collection Manager. The neoclassical building, restored by architect Boris Kudlička, spans over 160 years of history while offering modern luxury through 24-hour Raffles Butler Service and bathroom amenities created by French perfumer Blaise Mautin. Dining options include the Europejski Grill with its blue and white decor reflecting Polish pottery traditions, the iconic Long Bar serving the Singapore Sling alongside Asian dishes, Lourse Warszawa Patisserie, and a 16-seat Cigar Lounge. The Raffles Spa provides rejuvenating treatments using Aromatherapy Associates and Sisley products, an upstream indoor pool, sauna, steam room, and 24-hour fitness area. This Warsaw hotel stands just steps from the Polish National Opera and Presidential Palace, with the magnificent Old Town only 2624.7 ft away and Warsaw Chopin Airport a 25-minute drive.

Pros

Houses a collection of 500 modern and contemporary Polish artworks by over 120 artists

Features a walk-in library reflecting the hotel's artistic heritage where art critics regularly meet

The signature restaurant terrace offers spectacular views of Piłsudski Square and the eternal flame of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

Breakfast includes smoked salmon, local artisanal cheeses, and crushed avocado with poached egg on sourdough

The marble bathrooms showcase Warsaw's landmark Palace of Culture etched into the marble behind free-standing tubs

Cons

Located between some of the city's busiest thoroughfares and squares, the surrounding area can get crowded

The hotel is 2.5 miles from Warsaw Central Train Station, requiring transportation for rail travelers