The hotel looks very forbidding - a typical communist era concrete skyscraper.
However, the hotel offers a good 3 star option with sensible prices.
Reception was friendly and efficient, and public areas have undergone a facelift. The decor of the single room was a bit dark, but there was a small entrance corridor, a spacious room with two big comfy armchairs and a grat view back to the town.
Everything worked fine. Breakfast was very good, with both hot and cold items, including some typically Polish dishes, and some really nice little cakes. The restaurant menu also looked pretty good if you wanted to stay home in the evening.
On the minus side, the t.v. had no Engish speaking channels ( available on request at the bar only ), and the bar was really just a part of the entrance to the restaurant.

The walk to the old market square is an easy 15 minutes or less, but without much of interest en route. When it is pouring with rain, this seems much longer....

If you want to be within easy striking distance of the old town at a sensible price, and are happy with the 70s retro style, then the Ikar provides a good value and comfortable base.

We liked: breakfast,clean rooms,nice staff,location
Didn't like: had to pay for hotel car park a lot 60 zl- 15 euro per 24h,no proper curtain on the window,too bright in the morning,a bit noisy,all windows could be wide open as there was no security lock :( a bit scary

- close to city center
- very good breakfest (with fresh and crunchy pastry)
- quiet
- clean and big bathroom
- polite receptionists
- very weak wifi connection (most of the time not working)

I would stay in this hotel again.

Hotel located just 10 min walk from old town. A bit noisy at day time street near, but if you prefer conditioning and closed windows - no problems. Bus and tram stops near.
Very clean rooms, just somewhere cosmetic repair needed. Hotel has restaurant and breakfast served in restaurant area. Tasty and wide selection of foods.
Recommend!