Overall, we had a good stay at Barceló Warsaw Powiśle. The hotel was clean, the staff were very helpful, and the location was excellent — only about a 1-minute walk to the metro, which made getting around Warsaw very easy. We also loved the view from the bar, especially at night overlooking the Vistula River. Another unexpected highlight: the hot water was actually very hot, which we really appreciated after long days out.
That said, there were a couple of things that took away from the experience. The biggest issue for me was the scent used throughout the hotel outside the room — in the corridors and lobby it smelled like a very strong men’s cologne. I found it overwhelming and unpleasant, and for anyone sensitive to smells, it could be a real problem. I really wish they had chosen something much lighter and less intrusive.
We also requested that our room not be cleaned during our stay, but it was still cleaned 2 nights out of 4. That was frustrating since we had specifically asked otherwise. And when the room was cleaned, tea and coffee were not replenished.
So overall, the hotel was clean, comfortable, and in a great location, with helpful staff and a beautiful bar view. But the overpowering scent and inconsistent housekeeping made the stay less enjoyable than it could have been.
