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Short-Term and Temporary Housing in Poland

First weeks in Poland — hostels, serviced apartments, Airbnb rules, and bridging accommodation while you flat-hunt.

Updated 2026-01-20 · 1 min read

Short-Term and Temporary Housing in Poland
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  1. First weeks
  2. Serviced apartments
  3. Airbnb rules
  4. Tips

First weeks

Before signing a year lease, you need somewhere to land:

  • Hostels — 30–80 PLN/night in major cities; good for meeting people.
  • Budget hotels — 120–250 PLN/night.
  • Serviced apartments — 1500–3500 PLN/week; useful if you need a kitchen and address for paperwork.
  • Airbnb — flexible nightly stays.

Serviced apartments

Operators like Ronson, Hit Rent, City Rent offer weeks-to-months stays with utilities included. Handy for the first month while you PESEL-register and flat-hunt.

Airbnb rules

  • Legal but regulated; hosts register with the city.
  • Some apartment blocks ban short lets — check the listing.
  • For stays under 30 days, no zameldowanie is required.

Tips

  • Use short-term stays to scout neighbourhoods before committing.
  • Keep receipts; some employers reimburse relocation housing.
  • Register your address (zameldowanie) once you have a long-term place.

FAQ

Is Airbnb legal in Poland?
Yes, but hosts must register and follow local rules; some cities restrict short lets in residential blocks. For guests it is straightforward.
Where do newcomers stay the first week?
Hostels (30–80 PLN/night), budget hotels, or serviced apartments. Book 1–2 weeks while you view long-term flats.

Sources

  1. gov.pl — Temporary accommodation (updated 2026-01-12)

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