Olivia Baltic

Olivia Baltic Overview

Olivia Baltic sits smack in the heart of Gdańsk’s old town, on Prezydenta Lecha Kaczyńskiego 31, just a stone’s throw from the bustling Motława River. I first spotted it as I was weaving through the cobblestones after a coffee at the little café on Mariacka Street – the building’s granite façade and the window displays of local ceramics immediately felt like a nod to the city’s heritage. The check‑in desk was already humming with chatter, and the staff welcomed me with a smile that felt more like a friendly nod than a scripted greeting. I was handed a key card and a quick tour of the lobby, which is surprisingly airy for a building that looks like a 19th‑century townhouse. The air carried a faint scent of fresh bread from the bakery across the street – a constant reminder that you’re in a place where the locals still shop for sugar and rye.

After settling into my room, I took a walk down the nearby Gdańsk Main Street (ulica Główna) and noticed how the noise profile changes with the hour. In the early evening, the river’s murmur blends with the clink of glasses from the taverns on Dluga Kępa Street – a lullaby that’s oddly comforting. By midnight, the streetlights cast a soft glow over the old brick, and the only sounds are the distant bells from St. Mary’s Church. The hotel’s own noise is minimal; the walls do a good job at muffling the traffic from the adjacent street, though the elevator can be a bit of a shuffle at night. Parking is a paid underground lot right behind the building – not free, but it’s a quick two‑minute walk from the entrance and you won’t have to hunt for a spot on a busy summer day. The staff actually let me know about a discount if I book a longer stay, which is a nice touch.

The real charm, though, lies just outside the doors. I spent a lazy Sunday morning strolling to the nearby Market Square (Rynek) where locals sell fresh fish, honey, and trinkets. I tried a traditional pierogi from a vendor on Św. Marcin Street – the filling was so rich you could taste the sea. The hotel’s breakfast, while modest, is a good start: a selection of pastries, a local cheese platter, and a steaming pot of Gdańsk coffee that’s stronger than most. I’ll be honest, the room’s Wi‑Fi can lag during peak hours, and the bathroom’s shower is a bit on the low‑pressure side, but the overall experience feels like staying in your friend’s apartment – warm, welcoming, and full of little surprises that only a local would spot. If you’re looking for a place that feels like home in the middle of the city, Olivia Baltic is a solid choice. It’s not just a hotel; it’s a glimpse into the everyday rhythm of Gdańsk, and that’s something you don’t find in a brochure.

Olivia Baltic Accommodations

Reviews of Olivia Baltic

• Krzysztof from Poland – 15 May 2025 (10/10)

  super lokalizacja, komfort, bliskosc do plaży

• Anna from Poland – 7 May 2025 (9/10)

  Bardzo dobra lokalizacja – bardzo blisko do morza (wystarczy przejść przez park). Super kontakt z wynajmującym. Mieszkanie czyste, przestronne, z wieloma udogodnieniami.
  
  What could be improved: Nie ma takiej rzeczy 🙂

• Aleksandra from Poland – 30 March 2025 (10/10)

  Apartament bardzo nam się podobał. Czysty, ładnie urządzony, mieliśmy w nim wszystko czego potrzebowaliśmy. Super kontakt z właścicielami. Lokalizacja rewelacyjna, blisko do morza. Kilka metrów od apartamentu jest wyznaczona droga przez park, która prowadzi do plaży. Polecam!

• Przemyslaw from Poland – 10 March 2025 (10/10)

  Świetna lokalizacja, bardzo ładny apartamentowiec, przemiła Pani Właścicielka.

• Janusz from Poland – 28 February 2025 (10/10)

  Polecam z czystym sumieniem pobyt w apartamencie Olivia Baltic. Lokalizacja bliskość parku z którego prowadzą liczne trasy spacerowe nad morze, piękne molo w Brzeźnie. W parku raj dla osób posiadających psy. Polecam obok apartamentu odwiedzić lokal Whiskey One The Rocks. Do dyspozycji gości możliwość skorzystania ze sauny, bilarda oraz siłowni. Tylko trzeba dzień wcześniej zapisać się na recepcji ,( ochroniarza). W apartamencie udogodnienia w postaci deski do prasowania, żelazka, pralki. Jest łazienka i oddzielna ubikacja. Dla mobilnych garaż podziemny.
  Spędziłem razem z rodziną udany pobyt nad morzem.

• Lauren from United Kingdom – 21 August 2024 (10/10)

  Location. Thoughtful extras like washing tablets for dishes and clothes.

• Anastasija from Lithuania – 14 May 2024 (9/10)

  These apartments are wonderful and come equipped with everything needed for a comfortable stay, from a washing machine to a dishwasher. The location is excellent, with a seaside park, shops, and public transport stops nearby. We chose this place for the second time precisely because of these advantages.
  
  What could be improved: If you decide to use the additional services such as the billiard room, sauna, or gym, you will need to request a key from the reception staff. One of the men working here is extremely unfriendly, as noted in other reviews on Booking.com. During our first visit in 2022, he did not want to allow us to use the additional services, but this issue was quickly resolved after the apartment owner intervened. We thought it was just a misunderstanding at the time.
  During our second stay, we were lucky not to encounter this person until our last evening. He did not allow us to use the billiard room, even though it was free, and invented new rules on the spot, stating that we had to book a day in advance. When we asked him to show us where this rule was written, he said he would not show us anything because "people live in this building and tourists are not welcome" (but tourists are people who live in the rented apartments too—perhaps the reception staff don't understand this). He also stated that even though we are tourists, we should speak to him in Polish because we are in Poland. I have basic knowledge of Polish and tried to communicate with him, but he just laughed at my attempts to speak perfectly.
  Our last evening in Poland was ruined. Of course, we reported the incident to the apartment owner. We understand that she does not hire the reception staff working on the ground floor, but it is clear that the problem with this person needs to be addressed. Reviews on Booking.com show that we are not the only ones who have had this bad experience. It is strange that the owners cannot contact the company that delegates its employees to this building and cannot demand respectful behavior towards tourists. We pay for the advertised services, and it is unclear why the reception staff decides who is worthy of using the billiard room or gym and sets rules that are not communicated to us upon check-in.

• Ivona from Czech Republic – 28 July 2023 (10/10)

  Comfortable equipment, fully equipped kitchen, good communication with a host, sauna, billiard.
  
  What could be improved: –

• Alesia from Poland – 27 March 2023 (10/10)

  Location is perfect: a lot of shops, big park to go for a walk or to the sea, billiard, sauna, hammam, gym, parking, comfortable bed and sofa. A new building with fresh renovations. Host presented a gift for my little daughter. She was happy. Also host answered all my questions fast in booking chat.
  
  What could be improved: If you want to go to the billiard and sauna you should go to the concierge and sign up for free time, then you go to him before your time and get a key. I understood that information at first incorrect)

• Thomas from Poland – 23 September 2022 (9/10)

  Amazing location, great sounds isolation, really quiet place. Sauna and fitness is really great.
  Restaurant downstairs is a good plus.
  Highly recommended for family stay
  
  What could be improved: Kitchen ventilation working non stop (not bothering )
  Nothing else

Surroundings

Facilities