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

Seward, Alaska
$314 avg/night
Minimum Stay 1 Nights
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Bath 1

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Sleep 4

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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.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 300 Sq Ft (28 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Microwave Oven Refrigerator Toaster
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Wheelchair-accessible Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shower/tub Combination Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Ice Skating Nearby Kayaking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Power Boating Nearby Sailing Nearby Sledding Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    TV
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The Mountains
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    1 On-site Accessible Parking Spaces If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. Note From Host: No Smoke-free Property Wheelchair-accessible Parking

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

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Review Review

  • Mike

    Submitted Aug 15, 2024

    Stayed Aug 14, 2024

    Cute place , nice location, very small

  • Jessica

    Submitted Aug 24, 2021

    Stayed Aug 22, 2021

    Charming place, very nicely appointed. Will stay again.

  • Denise M.

    Submitted Jun 15, 2026

    Stayed Jun 12, 2026

    The place was great. The sink in the bathroom was very small. The shower mat wasn’t very clean, there was hair on it before we even used it.

  • Lifestyle P.

    Submitted Jun 11, 2026

    Stayed Jun 7, 2026

    The location puts you right in downtown Seward, making it easy to walk to many restaurants, shops, and local attractions. The harbor is a bit farther away—walkable for some, but we found it more convenient to drive.The owners have done a nice job updating and refreshing a very old building, and the bed was comfortable, which made for a good night's sleep. That said, the unit had some persistent odors that were noticeable throughout our stay. We found ourselves keeping the windows open frequently and using air fresheners to make the space more comfortable. There were also a few cleanliness details that stood out to us.Overall, this property may be a good fit for travelers looking for a central downtown location. One small suggestion for the kitchen would be to provide an ice tray for guests.

  • Lee Ann F.

    Submitted May 23, 2026

    Stayed May 18, 2026

    Cute, cozy, quiet apartment - decorated in a 50s retro style. We truly enjoyed our stay!

  • DatLy N.

    Submitted May 22, 2026

    Stayed May 7, 2026

    It was a great weekend.

  • REBECCA R.

    Submitted May 15, 2026

    Stayed May 12, 2026

    Great place for a quick stay in town. It had everything I needed. Very comfortable.

  • Victoria B.

    Submitted May 2, 2026

    Stayed Apr 29, 2026

    Such a cute apartment! Everything I needed for a quick overnight trip to Seward. Great location and I loved being able to view the ocean from the kitchen.

  • Julia K.

    Submitted Oct 2, 2025

    Stayed Apr 11, 2025

    This adorable retro apartment is in an ideal location. The second bed is a klik-klak in the dining area, but it worked fine for a mother -daughter getaway.

  • Christine C.

    Submitted Sep 20, 2025

    Stayed Aug 2, 2025

    Great location

  • Donna L.

    Submitted Sep 19, 2025

    Stayed Aug 10, 2025

    Great location, near restaurants, shops and museum. The place was cute, clean and the bed was super comfy! Check-in process was easy. We couldn't have been more pleased with our stay!

  • Dale W.

    Submitted Sep 13, 2025

    Stayed Sep 8, 2025

    Quaint unit close to everything.

  • Submitted Sep 4, 2025

    Stayed Aug 23, 2025

    We enjoyed our stay in the apartment. It is quite small, but we didn't spend much time there. It is in a great downtown location that has lots of shops and restaurants. Easy walk to the harbor. Check in was easy and communication with the owner was great.

  • Sara J.

    Submitted Aug 28, 2025

    Stayed Aug 25, 2025

    Super cute- as advertised. On the cozy side, but centrally located and easy communication with the hosts. Exactly what we needed it to be. And Seward is great- not to be missed in an Alaskan trip.

  • JA

    Submitted Aug 25, 2025

    Stayed Aug 22, 2025

    Overall great place to stay for a quick overnight bed and room was nice and clean and great location in downtown. It was loud in the alleyway behind the building at night but that happens downtown. As long as you are not looking for a quiet getaway it is a good spot, would come again.

  • Jennifer L.

    Submitted Aug 1, 2025

    Stayed Jul 30, 2025

    Great place to saty

  • Cheryl L.

    Submitted Jul 8, 2025

    Stayed Jul 5, 2025

    Compact place, comfy bed, nicely decorated. Had everything we needed.

  • Gary H.

    Submitted Jun 29, 2025

    Stayed Jun 13, 2025

    Very nice but small unit without desk and sitting area. First time in a VRBO so not sure what to expect.

  • Mark W.

    Submitted Jun 15, 2025

    Stayed Jun 10, 2025

    Handy to Shops and eateries (easy walking distances), lots of good tips from the host on where to eat and what to do. Clean, quiet, and comfortable.

  • Submitted May 15, 2025

    Stayed May 2, 2025

    This is a really cute apartment in Seward! Walkable to lots of restaurants. Host was super responsive when I asked for a good place to watch basketball game, even calling the place to make sure they’d be showing it. Really appreciated that!

  • Lee S.

    Submitted May 13, 2025

    Stayed Apr 28, 2025

    We were able to walk to all the places in historic Seward we wanted to see. Great view of the library/museum and its unusual and beautiful siding.

  • Kevin S.

    Submitted Apr 28, 2025

    Stayed Apr 25, 2025

    A cute, whimsical, cozy place. Love the decor and nice sheets!Owner very communicative and helpful!

  • Emily C.

    Submitted Mar 31, 2025

    Stayed Jan 18, 2025

    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!

  • Signe B.

    Submitted Mar 9, 2025

    Stayed Mar 7, 2025

    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.

  • William H.

    Submitted Feb 1, 2025

    Stayed Jan 30, 2025

    Great small place for 1 person or couple. Excellent location. Very clean. Excellent communication with owner. Hassel free

  • Brian P.

    Submitted Dec 31, 2024

    Stayed Sep 25, 2024

    This is a great location that is close to everything! The property is retro-cool in a historical building. The Cookery, my favorite restaurant in Seward, is pretty much across the street, and the SeaLife Center is just around the corner. The trail along the water is just a couple of blocks away. The owner was super easy to communicate with, and it all made for a great saty! Thanks!

  • Marissa C.

    Submitted Nov 10, 2024

    Stayed Nov 8, 2024

    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.

  • Karen R.

    Submitted Oct 12, 2024

    Stayed Oct 8, 2024

    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.

  • Lauren R.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2024

    Stayed Sep 14, 2024

    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.

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