The House of Literature occupies two beautiful historic rococo and classical buildings. Their unusual history started in the first half of the seventeenth century; they went through numerous transformations over the centuries until the complete destruction during the Warsaw Uprising in 1944 and the post-war reconstruction through which both houses were recovered to their greatest historical looks. For 70 years the House of Literature has been the home of the Polish writers’ associations and the seat of Polish literature and intellectual ideas. For years writers and artists of leading Warsaw stages have been meeting here, reciting poems and reading literary works. The Literary Association initiates permanent events, such as recitals, a literary cabaret and meetings with distinguished people of the science and culture worlds, thus creating a significant place on the cultural map of the capital. On the first floor of the House of Literature there is a large conference room in a genuine Art Deco style, for up to 180 people. It hosts meetings with authors and literary events, conferences and trainings, cocktails and banquets. On the first floor of the House of Literature offices of literary associations are located – the Association of Polish Writers and the Polish Writers' Union, as well as the Foundation’s office. Located on the second floor is the Polish PEN Club and a library with a collection of about 70 000 volumes, a rich collection of literary journals, unique editions of books with autographs of authors, archive of press containing reviews, interviews with writers or describing the literary life in Poland. Due to such a profile the library lends its collections to writers, journalists and students. For more information, please contact the library on 22/826-25-04. The top third floor of the House of Literature is the home of a 13- room hotel. Years ago only writers could stay here. It is here that many great books were written, by Zofia Nalkowska, Janina Porazińska, Hanna Ożogowska and Tadeusz Breza. Currently we host writers, tourists and business people.

On the ground floor of the building there is the Literatka, a popular café and restaurant serving, among others, traditional Polish food, fine wines and desserts. The restaurant organizes banquets and occasional parties. Reservations can be made at www.literatka.com.pl

The Baroque palace in Obory was built between 1681 – 1688 at the initiative of the baronial family of Wielopolski, the relatives of King Jan III Sobieski. For over 100 years Obory belonged to the family of Wielopolski, in 1806 it became the property of another aristocratic family of Potulicki. This is a one-storeyed building, erected on the plan of an elongated rectangle. Profiles of stone framing the windows, topped with triangular gables decorated with the Wielopolski family’s coat of arms give the impression that the building is monumental. Inside the palace you can find many baroque portals and beautiful baroque, rococo and neoclassical fireplaces. The palace in Obory survived happily the war period, without any damage. After the postwar nationalization of land, the palace and park complex were passed to the Union of Polish Writers' as the House of Creative Work. Thanks to the efforts of the Union and then the Foundation, the palace in Obory belongs to the very few old seats of noblemen that in good condition lasts until today.

The Boleslaw Prus House of Creative Work in Obory hosts many writers and other guests not connected with the literary world, wishing just to relax in a quiet and enchanting atmosphere, or simply eat well as the palace is well-known for its cuisine. There are 25 guest rooms, including 13 with private bathrooms and 12 with a basin and shared bathrooms. A group of 56 people may be hosted at a time. 21 rooms are located in the historic building with a mansard roof. Four rooms with private bathrooms are located in the "small white house" at a distance of about 100 meters from the main building. Meals are served in a beautiful palace dining room.

The "Astoria" villa is situated in a quiet area of Zakopane, at 12 Droga do Bialego St., just a 15 minutes walk from the center, and the famous Krupowki St.

Stefan Zeromski House of Creative Work is often visited by the best Polish writers. During her stay in "Astoria", in 1996, Wisława Szymborska found out she was awarded the Nobel Prize.

It is an ideal location for those wishing to relax or to work creatively. Also hiking enthusiasts coming to the "Astoria" can be sure that they have found an ideal place for trips to the mountain peaks and valleys of the Tatras. A walk to the Olczyska Valley and to Jaszczurowka takes only 1 hour, to a beautiful Koscieliska Valley just 2 hours. In close neighborhood there is a ski lift.

The House of Creative Work has 12 guest rooms with private bathrooms and Internet access, most rooms have a balcony or terrace. "Astoria" offers free parking. "Astoria" is well-known for its excellent food and homemade pastries. Guests may request the full board, half-board or order dishes for children.