Hotel Rubin

Hotel Rubin Overview

I’ll be honest – when I first pulled up to Hotel Rubin on ul. Lodowa, I wasn’t expecting much from this unassuming 3-star spot in Łódź. But you know what? Sometimes the places that don’t try too hard end up surprising you the most. The building itself has that solid, no-nonsense Polish architecture that’s actually kind of refreshing after staying in too many cookie-cutter chain hotels. There’s decent street parking if you’re driving (which I’d recommend in Łódź, honestly), and the entrance has this understated charm that immediately tells you this is a place run by people who actually care.

What really won me over was how genuine everything felt here. The staff at check-in were incredibly helpful – not in that scripted hotel way, but like they genuinely wanted to make sure I knew where to find good pierogi nearby (there’s this fantastic little place about three blocks down, by the way). My room was clean and comfortable, with none of the weird quirks you sometimes get at budget places. The beds are actually decent quality, which matters more than fancy amenities when you’re trying to sleep. I mean, the décor isn’t going to win any design awards, but it’s tasteful and functional. The bathroom was spotless, and – this is going to sound silly – but the water pressure was surprisingly good. You don’t realize how much you miss a proper shower until you’ve had a few disappointing ones on the road.

The location on ul. Lodowa is actually pretty smart if you know Łódź at all. You’re close enough to the city center that everything’s accessible, but far enough out that you’re not dealing with the noise and chaos of the main tourist areas. It’s in one of those neighborhoods where you see actual locals going about their daily lives, which I always find more interesting than being stuck in a tourist bubble. The 7.9 rating this place has earned feels spot-on – it’s not trying to be luxury, but it delivers exactly what it promises without any unpleasant surprises. I stayed here during a particularly busy weekend in the city, and while other travelers were complaining about overpriced rooms and poor service elsewhere, I was perfectly content. There’s something to be said for a place that focuses on the basics and gets them right consistently. If you’re looking for a reliable, honest hotel experience in Łódź without breaking the bank, Hotel Rubin delivers in all the ways that actually matter.

To book a hotel in Lodz during major cultural events, travelers need early planning as this former textile capital draws visitors eager to experience its post-industrial transformation and cinema heritage.

Hotel Rubin Accommodations

Reviews of Hotel Rubin

• Wonderful – Ignotas from Lithuania – August 16, 2025 (9/10)

  Calm location, clean rooms, friendly staff.
  
  What could be improved: There was a big international community party until 3 AM in the hotel and it was hard to rest due to music and noise.

• Very Good – Shizhen from China – April 15, 2025 (8/10)

  Very nice quite hotel. Good packing area .good place for staying with car as far from city center.
  
  What could be improved: No shops and restaurants nearby. So,no good for people without car.

• Good have room for improvement – Sheik from United Kingdom – September 12, 2024 (8/10)

  I like that it was very quiet
  
  What could be improved: It needs to have more signs about exit in case of emergency from the rooms.

• Wonderful – Mohamad from Sweden – August 29, 2024 (8/10)

  Was perfekt

• Great location – Matheus from Italy – June 9, 2024 (7/10)

  The location was perfect for those who are traveling for work, as it is nearby the main companies in the area.
  It provides many rooms for meetings and events.
  
  What could be improved: The room is very bright, meaning that early in the morning there is already sunlight. For those who like to sleep in dark environments it may be a problem.
  The staff took a long time to replenish breakfast.

• Good – Lauris from Latvia – March 18, 2024 (7/10)

  What could be improved: Staff speak only Polish, and even not try to speak English;

• Very Good – Helena from Finland – June 21, 2023 (8/10)

  Hotel was in peaceful place, easily reached by car and had big parking place just in the entrance. Room was spacious and clean. Big bathroom with good shower and bathtub. Effective airconditioning. Comfortable bed. Good breakfast. Alltogether good value for the money and perfect place to rest on road trip.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing to mention.

• Very Good – Előd from United Kingdom – March 23, 2023 (8/10)

  Comfortable beds, spacious rooms. Those chairs were super comfy too! 😊
  
  What could be improved: Parking prices were not displayed on the site. And was a surprise when the woman at the reception mentioned that the hotel must charge a fee for parking. It should've been told at time of arrival, at least.

• Good – Marcelina from Kenya – October 12, 2022 (8/10)

  Spacious and comfortable
  Good help service
  
  What could be improved: Sink and bathroom didn't work well

• Wonderful – Helēna from Ireland – October 3, 2022 (9/10)

  clean, money’s worth
  
  What could be improved: outside entrance gates were closed one night and we couldn’t get it

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