Letnica view

Letnica view Overview

When I first hit the curb of ul. Sucha 37 B/154, I knew I was about to step into something special. The building’s façade is a quiet nod to modern Polish design, with glass panels that catch the early morning light and reflect the sea breeze from the nearby Motława River. I parked my car on the quiet side street—no rush, no honking—because the hotel’s free street parking is a lifesaver if you’re not planning to use the city’s metro. Inside, the lobby is surprisingly spacious, with a subtle, warm lighting that makes you feel like you’re walking into a cozy living room rather than a hotel. The front desk staff are friendly, and the check‑in was almost instantaneous; they handed me a digital key that works on my phone, which is a nice touch for the tech‑savvy traveler. The first thing I noticed was the smell of fresh coffee from the café on the ground floor—if you’re a caffeine junkie, that’s a win.

The rooms at Letnica view are a mix of classic charm and contemporary flair. I chose a double room on the third floor, and the view of Gdańsk’s old town from the balcony was the cherry on top—think of the iconic St. Mary’s Church spire in the distance, but from a private, sun‑lit balcony. The bed is a full‑size king with a mattress that feels like a soft cloud; the sheets are crisp, and the pillows are so fluffy you could probably eat them (just kidding). The bathroom is a quiet sanctuary with a rain shower that feels like a gentle waterfall—though I did notice a faint scent of citrus cleaning product that lingered after a few showers. The room’s quietness is notable; the hotel is tucked between residential blocks, so the only sound that drifts in is the occasional gull or a distant tram. The Wi‑Fi is fast, but you don’t have to spend a fortune on a data plan to stay connected.

When I stepped out into the street, the first thing I saw was the old brick alley that locals call the “Błonia Pathway.” It’s a short walk to the Gdańsk Shipyard, where the retro‑futuristic architecture of the Expo 2012 site still lingers in the air, and a quick stroll takes you to the bustling market bazaar on Gdańska Street—where you can buy fresh pierogi and a souvenir bag of local amber. I took a detour to the nearby Café Kawiarnia, which serves the best latte in town; the barista, a young woman named Anna, knew exactly how I liked my milk (half‑foam, full‑cream). In the evening, I stopped by the hotel’s rooftop bar for a sunset drink—honestly, the skyline of Gdańsk at dusk is a photo‑op dream. The only critique? The hotel’s parking lot is a bit narrow for larger cars, but the street parking solves that. Overall, Letnica view feels like a home base that’s both stylish and practical, with a touch of local flavor that makes the stay feel genuinely authentic.

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