Anchor Old Town Marina

Anchor Old Town Marina Overview

I just got back from a weekend escape at Anchor Old Town Marina, and honestly, it felt like stepping into a postcard that’s been perfectly preserved. You know how the old city walls in Gdańsk still whisper stories? That’s the vibe here. The hotel sits right on Szafarnia 6, so from the lobby you can already see the glint of the harbor and the distant silhouette of the Old Crane (Żuraw). The first thing you notice – and trust me, you’ll want to take a photo – is the little wooden boat that’s docked outside; it’s a local landmark that locals swear by for a good morning coffee on the pier. I was surprised at how easy it is to find a parking spot on the nearby St. Ignacy street – it’s a 5‑minute walk to the hotel, and the valet is actually friendly, not the usual “just give me your card” type. The lobby itself is a mix of maritime décor and modern minimalism, with a corkboard that lists the schedule of the weekly fish market on the harbor – I stopped by just once and bought a fresh cod that later turned into a dinner for my group.

Check‑in was a bit of a roller coaster. I arrived around 2 p.m., and the staff were juggling a group of tourists from Spain and a family from Berlin. The front desk manager, Marek, cleared things up in no time, but he did mention that during the summer rush you might have to wait a bit for your key, especially if you’re booking a room with a balcony. I booked a room with a balcony, and let me tell you – the view of the sunrise over the Baltic is something you don’t want to miss. The curtains are thick enough to keep the harbor noise at bay, but you still hear the distant gulls and the occasional ship horn. The room itself has a tactile feel – the carpet is dense, the sheets feel like a soft hug, and the bathroom’s stone tiles give a sense of coolness that’s perfect after a hot day wandering the Old Town. The only critique? The wireless internet is spotty near the water, so if you’re a serial downloader, you might want to keep that in mind.

What really makes Anchor Old Town Marina stand out is the little touches that only a local would notice. The breakfast nook, tucked between the lobby and the bar, serves a homemade pierogi recipe that’s surprisingly good – they’re not the touristy ones, but the home-cooked kind that you’d find at a neighbor’s house on the same street. The bar itself is a cozy corner where you can order a gin and tonic that’s made with a citrus twist that reminds you of the sea breeze. I caught the sunset at the pier, and the sky turned a bruised pink that was almost too beautiful to describe. And for the night owls, there’s the quiet corner café on Szafarnia that stays open until 10 p.m. – perfect for a late coffee after exploring the cobblestones. If you’re planning a visit during the peak season (late June to early August), be prepared for a bit of hustle; the streets around St. Mary’s Church and the Main Market Square are bustling, but the hotel’s location on the marina keeps you a hair’s breadth away from the tourist crowds. For a quieter night, I’d recommend heading to the marina’s quieter side near the pier, where the only sound is the gentle lapping of the waves.

In short, Anchor Old Town Marina feels like a home base that’s still close enough to the city’s pulse. The staff are genuinely welcoming, the rooms are comfortable (just watch that Wi‑Fi), and the location offers a unique blend of maritime charm and urban convenience. If you’re looking for a place that feels less like a hotel and more like a local’s favorite spot, this is it. And honestly, I can’t wait to go back – the harbor’s scent, the salty wind, and the warmth of the rooms all combine into an experience that’s hard to find elsewhere.

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Reviews of Anchor Old Town Marina

• Grzegorz from Norway – 9 June 2025 (10/10)

  Nic dodać nic ująć wszystko co potrzeba ma miejscu.

• Claudia from Austria – 30 May 2025 (8/10)

  Die Lage war ideal
  Die Wohnung ist modern und komfortabel
  
  What could be improved: Wir haben vorab keine Check-in Infos bekommen (als wir schriftlich nachgefragt haben, hat niemand reagiert, erst nach dem 2. Anruf haben wir einen Rückruf bekommen); auch Check out mussten wir aktiv nachfragen
  
  Achtung, der Parkplatz wird extra verrechnet (auch wenn in der Beschreibung steht inklusive Parkplatz)

• Zuzanna from Poland – 19 May 2025 (10/10)

  Wszystko było w porządku. Mieszkanie identyczne jak na zdjęciach. Super właściciele i lokalizacja apartamentu. Polecam

• Patryk from Poland – 22 April 2025 (10/10)

  Mieszkanie duże i czyściutkie, wyposażone świetnie, w świetnym miejscu w samym centrum, przystosowane idealnie pod dłuższy pobyt z dziećmi. Gospodarz uprzejmy. Polecam!

• Andrzej from Poland – 13 April 2025 (10/10)

• Mariusz from Poland – 7 April 2025 (10/10)

  Frunie dyszka , pobyt idealny , lokalizacja , czystość, udogodnienia , personel . Do zobaczenia

• Gałązka from Poland – 6 April 2025 (10/10)

• Richard from Finland – 30 March 2025 (10/10)

  This was just perfect. The owner was really kind and flexiple. The location was perfect too. I would recommend this and would come again. Thank you!

• Kaczor from Poland – 25 March 2025 (10/10)

  Super wygodne łóżka, kuchnia wyposażona we wszystkie niezbędne rzeczy. żelazko, deska do prasowania. Poprostu wszystko czego potrzebujemy a miłym zaskoczeniem były dla mnie; nowa szczoteczka do zębów, waciki i inne rzeczy które łatwo zapomnieć a tam były dostępne. Szczerze polecam, miejsce rewelacyjne, wszędzie blisko.

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