Waterlane Vintage – Fitness & Parking by Downtown Apartments

Waterlane Vintage – Fitness & Parking by Downtown Apartments Overview

Waterlane Vintage – Fitness & Parking by Downtown Apartments sits smack in the middle of Gdańsk’s old town, right on 17 Wałowa. I remember walking up the cobblestones from the Main Market Square, the air already thick with the scent of fresh pierogi and the faint sea breeze from the Motława. The building itself is a throwback to the 1930s, with a quirky mix of vintage charm and modern upgrades. When I first checked in, the front desk clerk was quick to point out the underground parking—perfect for the city’s notoriously tight parking spots—and handed me a map that even highlighted the best coffee spots on Gdańsk’s bustling streets. The check‑in was smooth, no long waits, just a short chat about the local summer festivals.

Honestly, the vibe inside the hotel is just… relaxed. The lobby’s exposed brick and low‑to‑high light fixtures give it an industrial‑vintage feel, while the touch of green plants in the corner bring in a fresh, almost Zen element. The rooms are a blend of cozy, mid‑century furnishings and tech conveniences. I’m talking about a plush, king‑size bed with a floral duvet that feels like a hug, and a desk that’s actually big enough to spread out a laptop and a stack of travel guides. The bathroom is a little high‑end with a deep soaking tub that’s perfect after a day of exploring. The noise level is decent—there are some distant car horns from the street, but the thick walls do a solid job of muffling it, especially in the evenings when the city’s nightlife hums a low, soothing murmur.

If you’re planning to hit the city, the hotel’s location is a real treat. From the front desk, you can hop on the bus right on Wałowa street—Route 3, 10, 12, all taking you to the heart of Gdańsk, or you can walk to the nearby Motława River and catch a ferry to the Gdańsk Shipyard for a glimpse of the historic shipbuilding scene. For foodies, there’s a local gem—Pod Łękty, just a block away—that serves the best mushroom soup in town, and a small bakery called „Piekarnia Łąka” where the croissants are still warm when you pass by. And if you’re into fitness, the hotel’s on‑site gym is a solid setup with cardio machines, free weights, and a small yoga corner—great for a quick stretch before a day of sightseeing. The only thing I’d tweak is the variety of in‑room coffee options; they lean heavily on one brand, so if you’re a coffee connoisseur, you might want to grab a brew from the street café next door instead. All in all, staying here feels like having a friendly guide right in your room, ready to point you to the next hidden spot or the best slice of pizza in the city.

Waterlane Vintage – Fitness & Parking by Downtown Apartments Accommodations

Reviews of Waterlane Vintage – Fitness & Parking by Downtown Apartments

• Jirka from Czech Republic – 19 December 2024 (9/10)

  Overall, the apartment looked pretty good, modern. The building and overall facilities, parking were fine. The location is also good, quite close to the Gdansk center.
  
  What could be improved: The elevator wasn't working. Otherwise everything was fine.

• Hannah from United Kingdom – 25 November 2023 (9/10)

  Lovely clean apartment
  
  What could be improved: Spiral staircase took a bit to get used to.

• Eugene from Poland – 9 November 2023 (9/10)

  It matched the online description

• Evaldas from Lithuania – 6 November 2023 (9/10)

  I stayed in these booked apartments for 3 days, and it was a great experience overall. The location was excellent, just a 15-minute walk from the old town, and there was convenient parking and even a mini gym. The apartment was very clean and well-maintained.
  Overall, I had a pleasant stay, and I would recommend these apartments for a comfortable visit to the city.
  
  What could be improved: There were a couple of minor issues, though. Adjusting the water temperature in the shower was quite challenging; it required a lot of effort. Additionally, there were initial Wi-Fi problems due to the hosts mixing up access points and passwords. However, they efficiently resolved this issue by the second day.

• Ivy from United Kingdom – 22 October 2023 (9/10)

  So clean and beautifully furnished
  
  What could be improved: Simple thing like instructions to use hob.

• Kirsten from United Kingdom – 20 October 2023 (9/10)

  Excellent location, apartment easy to access with clear instructions, building beautiful, clean and maintained to an excellent standard. and very good value for money, beds very comfortable.
  
  What could be improved: Very little we didn’t like, apartment was excellent however could do with a few key things that are missing. Appear very new so May be added but 2nd bedroom has no furniture within, wardrobe in main living area but could do with a surface, plugs are half way up wall, not usable without anyplace to put phones to plug them in. Also a toaster would have been a good addition.

• Tomasa2 from Slovakia – 18 September 2023 (9/10)

  It's a really good location, close to the city centre and what I think is more interesting (for me): The docks are really close. So if you are into industrial definitely good place to stay. Plus you are really close to where modern Polish history begins.
  
  What could be improved: One thing and people mentioned this before. If you travel by car first you have to go to your room and pick up remote control to open gate so you can enter the parking place and because it is pretty busy street you can have a problem to find a parking place for that brief moment. But when we went there, we were in touch with property manager and they directed us to their office (which is near) so we pick up remote control from gate. After that we just right away parked at yard. Really good solution and managers listens to customers. So this probably should go to section "what did you like".

• Matilda from Lithuania – 2 September 2023 (9/10)

  Very beautiful, tidy, nice apartments. Close to the Old Town, convenient place. Apartment very nice, comfortable, everything what is needed. Love it!

• Octavian from Romania – 27 August 2023 (9/10)

  What could be improved: The intetnet wi-fi not work.

• Ignotas from Lithuania – 7 August 2023 (9/10)

  What could be improved: Complex parking at the property

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