GA Gdańsk – Kołłątaja Apartment

GA Gdańsk – Kołłątaja Apartment Overview

GA Gdańsk – Kołłątaja Apartment is tucked away on Kołłątaja 2A, a block from the bustling Motława River. I first spotted it when I was walking past the old wooden pier, the scent of sea salt and freshly fried fish drifting out of the harbor. The building itself is a quiet, two‑storey row house that looks like any other in the district, but the moment you pull up, the front door opens into a space that feels a little more intimate than the tourist trap hotels you see on Długi Targ. You know what? The first thing that struck me was the wall behind the lobby – a thick stone wall that blocks out the traffic noise from the nearby Chmielna street, so you barely hear the cars. The staff, a couple of friendly Poles, handed me a key card with a grin and said, “Enjoy your stay, and let us know if you need anything.” Check‑in was quick, no long lines, and they gave me a map of the city with a few personal tips (like the best place to grab a coffee near Złota Street).

Inside, the apartment feels like a modern loft, with low ceilings and plenty of natural light from the large windows that face the river. The bed is a thing of comfort – a memory foam mattress that actually supports the back without turning your whole night into a workout. The small kitchen is surprisingly well stocked: a kettle, a decent set of pots, a French press, and a handwritten recipe card for a local pierogi sauce. I made myself a cup of coffee, and the aroma of roasted beans filled the apartment, which is surprisingly quiet even at 10 pm on a Saturday. The only noise is the gentle hum of the refrigerator and, occasionally, a faint siren from the emergency services on the street below. The bathroom is clean, with a rain shower that feels like a spa, though the showerhead is a bit old, so the water pressure can be uneven at times. I didn’t mind it – the overall comfort more than made up for that minor flaw.

Location is what makes GA Gdańsk – Kołłątaja Apartment a real gem. I walked to the pier in about ten minutes and was immediately hit with the view of the old town’s spires reflected on the water. From there, I hopped on the tram to St. Mary’s Church – the tram stop is just a block away, no need to walk into the downtown maze. The hotel itself is a short walk from the Old Town’s Market Square, but you’re far enough away that the cobblestone streets don’t feel like a maze. I also found a small parking lot behind the building with a handful of spaces, so if you’re driving, no worries about street parking chaos. For food, I stumbled onto a little trattoria on Gdańsk’s Main Street (Ulica Główna) that serves a surprisingly good pizza – the crust was thin and crisp, with a garlic butter drizzle that made me think of Naples. In the evenings, the noise level drops, and the only sounds are the occasional barista shouting over the espresso machine at the corner café, and the distant music from the jazz club on Motława Pier – I stopped in once, and the live saxophone made the whole night feel like a secret celebration.

If you’re planning a trip during the summer months, keep in mind that the area can get a bit crowded by the end of the day, especially around the Old Town. The hotel’s location means you’re never far from the city’s hustle, but you’re also close enough to the river to hear the soothing splash of boats. I found that the best time to enjoy the view is early in the morning – I woke up at 6:30, took a quick walk along the pier, and the sunrise was a spectacular mix of pink

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