5/7B Dziana, 80-833 Gdańsk, Poland
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Motława Apartment – the Best Location Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to Motława Apartment – the Best Location, I honestly thought the name might be a bit of marketing fluff — you know how these places love to oversell their position. Well, I was completely wrong. This four-star apartment sits right on Dziana street, and I mean literally in the beating heart of Gdańsk‘s Old Town. You step outside and you’re already surrounded by the colorful merchant houses and cobblestone streets that make this city so magical.

The Location Magic

Here’s what actually makes this spot incredible — you’re a two-minute walk from the famous Neptune Fountain and maybe three minutes from the Motława River waterfront (which, by the way, is where the property gets its name). I spent my mornings grabbing coffee from the little café around the corner, then wandering down to watch the boats on the river before the tourist crowds arrived. The location score of 9.9 isn’t just numbers on a screen — it’s the reality of being able to explore everything on foot without feeling like you’re constantly commuting to the good stuff.

The Space Itself

The room feels more like staying in a friend’s well-appointed city pad than a typical hotel setup. Everything’s been thoughtfully updated while keeping that old-world Polish charm intact — exposed brick here, modern fixtures there. The kitchen is actually functional (not just decorative like some places), which came in handy when I picked up fresh bread and local cheese from the morning market. Honestly, the space feels bigger than you’d expect for such a prime location, and the windows let in this gorgeous natural light that makes the whole place feel alive.

Why Couples Dig It

I can totally see why couples rate this place so highly — there’s something genuinely romantic about the whole setup. Maybe it’s the way the evening light hits those historic buildings you can see from the windows, or how you can stroll hand-in-hand along the waterfront after dinner without worrying about getting back to some distant hotel. The neighborhood has this intimate, almost village-like feel despite being in the city center. You’ll find cozy wine bars tucked into medieval cellars and tiny restaurant terraces where you can linger over dinner without feeling rushed.

Why Guests Love It

That 9.6 rating makes perfect sense once you’ve stayed here. It’s not trying to be the fanciest place in town — it’s just nailing all the things that actually matter when you’re exploring a city like Gdańsk. You wake up in the middle of everything worth seeing, you have space to spread out and actually live a bit, and you’re not constantly calculating taxi fares or walking times. The whole experience feels effortless, which is exactly what you want when you’re trying to soak up a new place. Plus, there’s something satisfying about staying somewhere that delivers exactly what it promises — sometimes the best location really is just the best location.

Motława Apartment – the Best Location Accommodations

AccommodationDetailsEstimated Price
Deluxe Three-Bedroom Apartment with River View1 double bed, 2 single beds and 2 × 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 4$311
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Reviews of Motława Apartment – the Best Location

  • Steve from United Kingdom – 29 May 2025 (9/10)

    Big bedrooms two bathrooms and two lounges, amazing location!!! The view out the window was brilliant!
    Communication was excellent.
    Comfortable beds.
    Good showers.

    What could be improved: Couldn’t work the hob to boil some water.., had to use the microwave (probably me being useless)

  • Maria from Denmark – 27 May 2025 (10/10)

    The location was perfect, and the flat was great for a group of 8 people. The check-in was very easy as well. I can recommend this place!

  • Patrick from United States – 27 March 2025 (10/10)

    Great central location. Great price and many sites and restaurants within easy walking distance. Bike rental available right outside.

  • Ayush from India – 30 January 2025 (10/10)

    Absolutely fantastic location and views. The size is perfect for a friends group. Perfect kitchen and living room.

    What could be improved: The place is not easy to reach by walking if you have trolleys. Prefer getting a cab or backpacks.

  • Sofia from Denmark – 23 May 2024 (10/10)

    Location

    What could be improved: It's noisy from outside at night

  • Mary from Ireland – 16 May 2024 (9/10)

    Clean spacious apartment in great location
    Well equipped, apart from lack of wardrobe space
    Host was easily contactable if necessary

    What could be improved: Advertised as 3 bedroom apartment but actually only 2. Extra sofa beds in living room and kitchen/dining area.
    Lack of wardrobe space

  • Nikolas from Cyprus – 8 May 2024 (10/10)

    Very Clean and in good location. There isn't an elevator but it is in the first floor and it was easy

  • Hanna from Sweden – 16 February 2024 (10/10)

    The host was very helpful and nice, and the location was absolutely amazing. Really fresh apartment and perfect for our stay.

    What could be improved: Nothing to complain about.

  • Gjert from Norway – 4 February 2024 (10/10)

    Great Location and very nice a spaceous apartment

  • Jeanette from Cyprus – 4 December 2023 (9/10)

    Had everything you could want. Fabulous location.

    What could be improved: Found the entry button system difficult to work. Once we were in we could get the keys which we then used instead of the key pad

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Żuraw: 200 m
  • Green Gate: 150 m
  • Long Market: 250 m
  • Brama Zielona: 150 m
  • Long Pobrzeże: 20 m
  • Dom Pod Żółwiem: 150 m
  • Spichrz Ciesiarnia: 250 m
  • Archeological Museum: 0 m
  • Crane over the Motława River: 200 m
  • Dom Towarzystwa Przyrodniczego: 0 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Indorshop: 0 m
  • Restaurant Gdanski Bowke: 0 m
  • Restaurant Galeon Lew Gdansk: 20 m

Top attractions:

  • Oliwa Zoo: 13 km
  • Oliwa Park: 12 km
  • Sopot Pier: 15 km
  • Crooked House: 16 km
  • Neptune Fountain: 300 m
  • Wisłoujście Fortress: 7 km
  • National Maritime Museum: 750 m
  • European Solidarity Centre: 1.7 km
  • Gdańsk Nowy Port Lighthouse: 8 km
  • Museum of the Second World War: 1.1 km

Natural beauty:

  • Forest Regionalna Dyrekcja Lasów Państwowych w Gdańsku: 1.3 km

Ski lifts:

  • Łysa Góra Ski Lift: 15 km
  • Zielona Brama Ski Lift: 32 km
  • Zielona Brama Ski Lift 2: 32 km

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Stogi Beach: 6 km
  • Brzeźno Beach: 8 km
  • Nudystów Stogi: 9 km
  • Westerplatte Beach: 8 km

Public transport:

  • Train Gdansk Central Station: 1.2 km
  • Train Gdańsk Śródmieście: 1.2 km

Closest airports:

  • Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport: 15 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional bathroom
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Activities:

  • Live sport events (broadcast) Additional charge Off-site
  • Live music/performance Additional charge Off-site
  • Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights Additional charge Off-site
  • Bike tours Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Movie nights Additional charge Off-site
  • Stand-up comedy Additional charge Off-site
  • Pub crawls Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries Additional charge Off-site
  • Bowling Additional charge Off-site
  • Cycling Off-site
  • Hiking Off-site
  • Canoeing Additional charge Off-site
  • Darts Additional charge
  • Billiards Additional charge
  • Fishing Additional charge Off-site

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area

Miscellaneous:

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor & View:

  • River view
  • City view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Polish

Safety & security:

  • Key access

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Express check-in/check-out

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Flat-screen TV
  • View
  • Family rooms
  • Washing machine
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Stand-up comedy
  • Shower

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building

Other for your stay:

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
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House Rules at Motława Apartment – the Best Location

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 14:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • Until 11:00

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.

Guest reviews

Staff:

9.7

Comfort:

9.6

Location:

10.0

Free WiFi:

10

Facilities:

9.6

Cleanliness:

9.6

Value for money:

9.6