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Marathon Historic Apartments-Retro 50's -Heart of Downtown-1 bedroom-sleeps 4

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Boats docked in a tranquil marina surrounded by snow-capped mountains.
Hotel Seward offers a traditional architectural style amidst a serene mountain backdrop.
Compact kitchen with a rustic aesthetic, featuring a microwave, toaster oven, and ample storage.
Cozy retreat with a large bed, bedside lamps, dresser, and mirror.
Cozy living space with a black leather sofa, small table, and green chair.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 428 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
The current price is €283
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Marathon Historic Apartments-Retro 50's -Heart of Downtown-1 bedroom-sleeps 4

Premier location in Historic Downtown! This charming and cozy 1 bedroom is located just 1 block from Resurrection Bay, the Sea Life Center and downtown shops and restaurants. We are one of Sewards Historic buildings and part of the Historic walking tour. This rental has been renovated to provide modern amenities, but we kept some of the historic charm. Small but quaint with queen bed, private bath, sitting area, kitchenette and outdoor area. Free Shuttle and walking path 1 block away.
Location is the key! Heart of downtown, but on a quiet street, you are walking distance to almost everything!
This charming, but small, apartment is 1 block from Resurrection Bay, the Sea Life Center and 1 street over from downtown shops and restaurants. This is one of Sewards oldest buildings and originally a boarding house from the old railroad days. Come stay and be part of Seward's history. Speaking of history, we are right behind the museum/library.
This rental has been renovated, but we kept some of the historic charm. The size is approximately the same as a standard hotel room, but we provided a lot more amenities and a LOT more affordable. It is a 1 bedroom with queen super comfy bed, closet, bathroom with tub/shower and small seating area. Kitchenette has single induction plate, convection oven, microwave, air fryer, Keurig, French press and refrigerator. Blinds and blackout curtains to help you get a restful nights sleep. This apartment is in a building housing 7 units, so quiet hours are a must. Tv is streaming with free WIFI boasting highest speed available with unlimited data. Outside area has gazebo seating, sunny seating and outdoor table. Charcoal grill provided.

Property manager

Shelly Lindell

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 300 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Retro 50's Charm With Modern Amenities Seward
Retro 50's Charm With Modern Amenities Apartment
Retro 50's Charm With Modern Amenities Apartment Seward

About the area

Map
Seward, AK

What's nearby

  • Seward Waterfront Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Seward Community Library & Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Alaska SeaLife Center - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Seward Boat Harbor - 2 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Kenai, AK (ENA-Kenai Municipal) - 139 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Highliner Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Harbor Street Creamery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ray's Waterfront - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Woody's Thai Kitchen - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Marathon Historic Apartments-Retro 50's -Heart of Downtown-1 bedroom-sleeps 4 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Marathon Historic Apartments-Retro 50's -Heart of Downtown-1 bedroom-sleeps 4?

As of 20 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Marathon Historic Apartments-Retro 50's -Heart of Downtown-1 bedroom-sleeps 4 on 9 Aug 2025 start from €282.59, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Marathon Historic Apartments-Retro 50's -Heart of Downtown-1 bedroom-sleeps 4?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Marathon Historic Apartments-Retro 50's -Heart of Downtown-1 bedroom-sleeps 4?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Marathon Historic Apartments-Retro 50's -Heart of Downtown-1 bedroom-sleeps 4 located?

Situated in Seward, this apartment building is steps away from Seward Community Library & Museum, Chugach Heritage Center and Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center. Seward Waterfront Park and Alaska SeaLife Center are also within 10 minutes.

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Marathon Historic Apartments-Retro 50's -Heart of Downtown-1 bedroom-sleeps 4 Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful space!

We had a great stay! Shelley was a great host and the apartment was perfect for the weekend. We will definitely stay again and would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent!

We had a wonderful trip to Seward and loved our stay in the Retro apartment. It was in an excellent location, and a walkable distance to the water and many restaurants. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Amenities
Cute place , nice location, very small
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice cozy place

Clean, easy check in, convenient to area shops, sites, restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay!

Everything was just as described. Communication with host was outstanding!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

William H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

Great small place for 1 person or couple. Excellent location. Very clean. Excellent communication with owner. Hassel free
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Simple and wasy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karena LaReyna F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute apartment

Great location. Exactly what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy and comfortable!

This place met all our needs for our short stay in Seward.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M., Azle

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute Hideaway

What a cute space! Loads of charm, conveniently located, responsive host…great combo!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Seward quick trip

Enjoyed our stay in your historic building. Excellent location. Quiet and restfull.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelby P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to everything! Very clean!

We enjoyed our stay here! It was close to all of our planned activities! The best part was the cleanliness which is so important to me! It is an older/historic building which is really neat! Very pleased!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and cozy condo

We stayed in 8 different places during our Alaska trip, and this condo was our favorite! Charming, comfortable, and quiet, with everything we needed and in a super location. It's small and you probably can't cook a gourmet meal in the kitchen but for our three days in Seward it was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kenai Fjord and Resurrection Bay

Very nice! In off season and had difficulty finding places to eat that were open but thankfully we had a good kitchen and a Safeway that was open for groceries.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Signe B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Small, but sufficient

Loved the views, and the way it was set up to maximize space. A little difficult with two small children getting up and down stairs and having play space for them. But we were only there for one night- so it worked perfectly for what we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meagan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot in the cutest city!

We loved our stay! We met Matt when we arrived and he was so sweet and welcoming! Shelly was wonderful every time we reached out to her for tips! The condo was comfortable, had thoughtful touches and was in the perfect location! I only wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

M M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Property was a cozy apartment in the heart of Seward. Walking distance from the Sea Life Center and Restaurants. It was clean and well equipped. Nice Retro theme.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute place close to town

We stayed in this cozy apartment for 1 night for a stay after our cruise. This was perfect for myself and my husband as it was walking distance to town and many restaurants. The apartment had everything we needed. The host was super friendly, quick to respond to my questions and very accommodating.,Would definitely stay here again if in The area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it ❤️

We loved our 2 night stay here. It was so comfortable and cozy. The bed was awesome 😎 as was the pull out couch (with extra mattress on top)!! We had everything we needed for the 2 nights. Very quaint and charming. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute retro apartment with everything you need!

Loved this retro apartment! It had everything I could possibly need, all set out beautifully. Really appreciated the extra touches that were left and I felt very at home. I spent three nights here, such a great location and a quiet neighbourhood. The bed was soooo comfy and I slept very well. Shelly was so welcoming and helpful, even before check in. Would definitely stay again if I come back to Seward!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cody K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Alternative to Hotel!!!!

Adorable and functional unit. Top floor, peek-a-boo bay view, surprisingly quiet less some bumps and knocks here and there in the building. The airflow is awesome and we were so thankful for the the black-out curtains! Fast & friendly communication with the host and the location is absolutely unbeatable. I travel to Seward 4-5 times a year and am looking forward to bookmarking this unit to use again. Ten stars out of five.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Christina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend gateway

Loved the history of the building and its location! It was quiet and the tub, bed and pillows were fantastic! Dining chairs and table are high and uncomfortable for casual eating/morning coffee and the coffee pot pictured isn't there, a keurig coffee maker (listed in the description) is there instead. And if you plan on reheating food, bring paper plates as the plates here were not microwave safe.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Seward Gem

The location of this property is perfect, you are right in the down town area. Everything you could want is within walking distance; dinner, hiking, shopping, etc. I much prefer this area verse staying in the harbor area. It feels as if you are a local in this area as opposed to a tourist. The apartment itself has everything you need and more, not to mention the bed is super comfy and the kitchen is stocking with everything you need to prep a meal or enjoy a cup of coffee. The host Shelly was an amazing communicator. Instructions for check-in and checkout were very clear and easy! Her response times were speedy!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unwind after 7 day cruise

My husband and I decided to stay in Seward for a couple of days after our cruise to just relax. The unit was just as described, bathroom was fully stocked. Very comfortable bed and plenty of pillows. Location was ideal to walking around the quiet little town. We used the toaster oven to cook a pizza since we decided to stay in one night. Only thing I wish unit had was a microwave to pop some pop corn but other than that the unit was perfect. Hopefully we can come back for a longer stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabriele K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute apartment

This apartment is really cute and decorated with love. From a guest‘s point of view it would be of advantage to have more space and less decor. Eg in the bathroom and in the kitchen one could use one wall for boards instead of decor. That would make the apartment more flexible for the guests who bring a lot of staff with them. But still this apartment is clean, lovely and cute. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023