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

Apartment in Seward with kitchen

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In the heart of Seward, this charming 1-bedroom retreat is nestled just a block from Resurrection Bay and downtown shops. Originally an old railroad boarding house, it's now been renovated with modern comforts while keeping its historic charm. Enjoy free parking in front of the building and take a short stroll to the nearby walking path leading to the small boat harbor.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 428 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Mountain view
The current price is AU$352
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026

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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 amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

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

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Quiet hours observed 10:00pm - 8:00am
Absolutely no fish cleaning on property or in the apartment
Have a lovely stay!

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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 - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Seward Boat Harbor - 2 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cookery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Firebrand BBQ - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Breeze Inn Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ray's Waterfront - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Highliner Restaurant - ‬2 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 8 Dec 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 4 Jan 2026 start from AU$352.31, 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.

How much is parking at Marathon Historic Apartments-Retro 50's -Heart of Downtown-1 bedroom-sleeps 4?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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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Reviews

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

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to saty
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl L.

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

Charming Little Apartment

Compact place, comfy bed, nicely decorated. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

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

Central Seward location, great place to stay when your visiting!

A cute, whimsical, cozy place. Love the decor and nice sheets!Owner very communicative and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

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

Great location

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

JA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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

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

Lee S.

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

walkable location

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

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

Alaska vacation

Had a great time- close to shops and restaurants, and close to ships port for Alaskan cruise
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

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

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

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

Verified traveller

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

Cute apartment close to everything!

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!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Utkarsh P.

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

Amazing Stay

Seward is a magical town and this BnB is right in the heart of it. Has all the amenities needed and allows you to seamlessly travel around and have a cosy place to come back to. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

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

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

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

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

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

Verified traveller

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

Seward

Great location in Seward. Walkable to all the great shops and restaurants downtown. Host was great communicator and we had everything we needed!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Gary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in

Nice clean but small

Very nice but small unit without desk and sitting area. First time in a VRBO so not sure what to expect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

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