Dom & House – Apartment Old Town Straganiarska

Dom & House – Apartment Old Town Straganiarska Overview

Dom & House – Apartment Old Town Straganiarska is tucked right off the cobblestones of Straganiarska, just a stone’s throw from the old city gate and the bustling market square. I arrived on a crisp October morning, the kind of day when the air smells faintly of roasted chestnuts from the street vendors in St. Mary’s Square. The building itself is a charming, two‑storey brick structure that looks like it belongs in a postcard—except it actually does. Check‑in was surprisingly smooth; the front desk lady, a local named Aneta, greeted us with a bright smile and handed us a key that looked like it could have been part of a secret society. I was handed a small brochure (no fancy marketing, just a list of nearby cafés and a map to the tram stop) and a bag of reusable plastic bags to carry my groceries. No fuss, no hidden fees.

The apartment itself is a cozy, 30‑square‑meter space that feels a lot larger because of the high ceilings and a surprisingly airy balcony that faces a quiet courtyard. The décor is a tasteful blend of modern minimalist touches and vintage Polish posters—there’s a framed print of a 1960s Gdańsk street scene that you can’t help but stare at. The bed? A king‑size mattress that feels like a cloud, with linens that smell like fresh laundry, not that synthetic stuff you often get in chains. The bathroom is clean, with a walk‑in shower that has a decent water pressure (no more of those low‑flow showers that feel like a stream). I found the small kitchenette surprisingly well‑equipped: a kettle that boils water in just a minute, a coffee maker that actually makes a decent espresso, and a mini fridge that holds all my groceries from the market. I also packed a pair of headphones for the evenings because, honestly, the city can get a bit noisy at 10 pm—there’s a jazz club on the corner of Ulica Gdańska that plays live until midnight, and the sound sometimes leaks into the apartment. That said, the building itself is insulated enough that you can still enjoy a quiet night after a day of exploring.

One thing I love about staying at Dom & House – Apartment Old Town Straganiarska is how it feels like a home base. The landlord, Marek, is a friendly 70‑year‑old who knows everyone in the neighborhood. He recommended a café a few blocks away that serves the best pierogi, and he even told me where the tram stops with the least crowd during peak hours. Parking is a bit of a challenge, but the building has a small underground space that you can reserve a spot in; they charge a modest fee, and it’s a lot better than trying to find a street spot in the Old Town where you might end up in a temporary parking restriction zone. The apartment’s Wi‑Fi is decent, though if you’re streaming videos you might want to switch to the local hotspot in the courtyard. The apartment’s location is perfect for day trips: a short walk to the Old Town gives you a chance to soak in the medieval architecture, and by evening you can hop on a tram to the waterfront and watch the sunset over Motława River. I did stay here during the early autumn months, and the city was quiet enough to appreciate the calm, yet still lively enough with locals and tourists mingling.

Overall, if you’re looking for something that feels less like a hotel and more like a local apartment, Dom & House – Apartment Old Town Straganiarska is a solid pick. The price is reasonable for a 4‑star rating, and the personal touches—like the welcome basket of local honey and the handwritten note from the landlord—make it stand out from the generic chain hotels. The only downside is the occasional night‑time noise from the jazz club, but if you’re a night owl, you might want to bring earplugs. If you’re planning a visit to Gdańsk, drop by this place, and you’ll get a taste of the city that’s both authentic and comfortable.

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