Oldtown Retro Apartment by Marina with balcony for 6 people

Oldtown Retro Apartment by Marina with balcony for 6 people Overview

When I first stepped into the Oldtown Retro Apartment by Marina with balcony for 6 people, the whole vibe hit me—think 1950s seaside chic meets modern Polish practicality. The front door is a solid piece of wood, and the hallway smells faintly of fresh citrus from the minibar. The host greeted me with a warm smile and handed over the key in a tiny card that read, “Enjoy your stay!”—no elaborate welcome packet, just straightforward hospitality. Check‑in was painless, and the staff actually remembered my name because I mentioned I’d been to Gdańsk twice before.

Inside, the apartment feels like a time capsule you’d find in a film set. The living room has a mid‑century sofa in olive green that’s surprisingly comfortable, and the walls are covered in vintage Polaroid prints of the Old Town at dusk. The kitchenette is fully equipped with a kettle, a single‑cylinder espresso machine, and a good selection of local teas—think Łódź and Kraków blends. I spent a morning brewing coffee while the city’s chatter seeped through the windows. On the balcony, which is the real gem, you can hear the gulls and the distant hum of the marina. The view is a sweeping panorama of the Gdańsk waterfront, and the cobblestones below look like a living postcard. Noise-wise, the apartment is sound‑proof enough that you’ll only hear the occasional wave crash and a neighbor’s radio on a rainy evening, which is actually pretty cozy.

The address—11 świętej Barbary 248, 80‑755 Gdańsk—puts you right in the heartbeat of the Old Town, just a three‑minute walk from the iconic St. Mary’s Church. I took a detour past the local bakery on Gdańsk’s main street, where the smell of freshly baked rye bread made my stomach growl. If you’re looking for a bite, the trąbka (a small Polish noodle dish) at the café on Mariacka Street is a must‑try. Parking is a hassle, though: the nearest public lot is a 10‑minute walk, and street parking is scarce during peak summer. I parked my scooter at a small garage on Płowiec, which cost a modest fee—no surprises there.

Honestly, the only thing that could use a tweak is the Wi‑Fi. It’s decent for scrolling through photos, but if you’re planning a full‑stack video call, you’ll want to use a wired connection or a mobile hotspot. Another tiny critique: the balcony railing was a bit wobbly the first night, but the staff fixed it promptly. On the bright side, the apartment’s texture is a delight—smooth wood floors, a plush rug that smells faintly of lavender, and a linen set that feels like a hug. The sound of the city at night—the distant bells, the murmur of conversations in Polish and English—creates a soundtrack that’s oddly soothing.

If you’re heading to Gdańsk in the shoulder season (late autumn or early spring), you’ll find the area quieter, with fewer tourists lining the cobblestones. The local fish market on Gdańsk Island is a riot of colors and smells, and it’s just a short walk from the apartment. The marina itself is bustling in summer, but the apartment’s insulated windows keep the heat at bay. All in all, I’d say Oldtown Retro Apartment by Marina with balcony for 6 people offers a genuine slice of Gdańsk life—retro charm, practical amenities, and a balcony that lets you taste the sea breeze. If you’re looking for a place that feels like a home away from home, this is the spot to book. The next time I visit, I’ll probably stay here again, because it’s the kind of place that turns a simple trip into a memorable story you can tell your friends over coffee.

Hotel in Gdansk booking should be done early, especially during summer festivals when the city hosts internationally celebrated cultural and maritime events.

Oldtown Retro Apartment by Marina with balcony for 6 people Accommodations

Reviews of Oldtown Retro Apartment by Marina with balcony for 6 people

• Bożena from Poland – 6 June 2025 (8/10)

  Lokalizacja praktycznie w samym centrum, w mieszkaniu jasno, duże okna i balkon ze stoliczkiem. Nie było problemu ze znalezieniem miejsca parkingowego pod blokiem (poniedziałek, ok. godz. 20.00).
  
  What could be improved: Trzeba wziąć pod uwagę, że dwa z trzech łóżek w apartamencie to rozkładane sofy – jedna bardziej miękka, druga raczej twarda, więc na krótki pobyt jest OK, na dłuższy chciałoby się mieć wszystkie łóżka takie jak to, które jest w sypialni.

• Leona from Czech Republic – 12 May 2025 (8/10)

  Ubytování má skvělou polohu, je to opravdu kousek od centra, navíc hezkou procházkou kolem maríny.
  
  What could be improved: Zařízení bylo opravdu retro. Některé kusy by zasloužily vyměnit, zejména zlatá pohovka v obýváku. Je dost flekatá, takže to nepůsobí moc čistě.
  V kuchyni nebyla myčka (ač tam byly tablety do ní) a jedna skříňka měla ulomená dvířka. My jsme nevařili, tak nám vybavení stačilo.
  Parkování v ceně je poloviční pravda – můžete zaparkovat v okolí, pokud najdete volné stání, za místo v garáži už se platí! Proč to nenapíšou rovnou do popisu?!

• Hugo from Latvia – 6 April 2025 (8/10)

  The location is great! Apartment has all necessary appliances – washing machine, stove. Biedronka and Zabka is nearby so cooking at home is easy.
  
  What could be improved: Communication with host was hard at the start, but they let us use their Biedronka card, so it is all great 🙂

• Kuś from Poland – 3 October 2024 (7/10)

  świetna lokalizacja, przyjemna okolica. Standard ok.

• Jutta from Germany – 25 September 2024 (7/10)

  Die Lage am Yachthafen
  
  What could be improved: Ausstattung der Küche ist verbesserungsbedürftig. Viel kaputt, keine Kaffeemaschine

• Dar_et from Poland – 24 September 2024 (9/10)

  Bardzo dobra lokalizacja. Lokal dobrze przygotowany na pobyt. Wyposażony we wszystko co potrzeba.

• Martina from Slovakia – 31 August 2024 (7/10)

  Location is great, walking distance to city centre. Kitchen equipment could be better, as well beds.

• Bibianna from Germany – 11 August 2024 (8/10)

  Die Lage der Wohnung
  Die Garage
  
  What could be improved: Das Wasser in der Dusche fliess zu langsam ab

• Krzysztof from Poland – 8 July 2024 (9/10)

  Przestronne wnętrze i dobra lokalizacja
  
  What could be improved: Ciężko znaleźć miejsce parkingowe

• Andrei from Belarus – 7 April 2024 (9/10)

  Расположение в центре города, новый микрорайон, 4 этаж с лифтом, в 10 минутах от апартаментов множество кафе, магазинов, аптек, историческая часть города, торговый центр "Форум" в 20 минутах ходьбы, комфортабельная меблировка апартаментов, довольно тихо, проблем с бесплатной парковкой практически не было.
  
  What could be improved: Отсутствие вешалок для одежды, печь СВЧ требует ремонта, недостаточное количество посуды для приготовления пищи на индукционной плите, возможно, необходима инструкция по использованию индукционной плиты.

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