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30 GDAŃSK HOTELS
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On site mini brewery
Yachting (21st century)
Exclusive Med Spa
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Novotel Centrum D-5, ul. Pszenna 1, tel. (+48) 58 300
27 50, www.accorhotels.com. A low lying building located
close to the old town. Rooms have undergone renovation and
are large and user-friendly and meet the standards you would
expect from the Novotel chain. Some also have views of the old
town so ask at reception when checking-in. The handicapped
facilities are second to none and the hotel offers excellent value
for families and business travellers. Q158 rooms (158 singles,
158 doubles). PTJHA6UFGKW hhh
Novotel Gdańsk Marina M-6, ul. Jelitkowska 20, tel.
(+48) 58 558 91 00, www.accorhotels.com. This beachside
monolith strikes a nice balance between business and pleasure
and offers everything you’d expect from such a well-known
brand. Located right on the border between Gdansk and Sopot,
while the address may be Gdansk it is worth noting that the hotel
is much closer to the centre of Sopot. As a plus, each room has
a sea view. Q176 rooms (25 singles, 149 doubles, 12 suites, 2
apartments). THAR6UFLGKDCW hhh
Parnas D-5, ul. Spichrzowa 27, tel. (+48) 58 320 12
75, www.hotelparnas.pl. The Granary Island area has
emerged, surprisingly somewhat, as a bit of a boutique
heaven, and the Parnas is the latest to join the ranks of some
very decent lodgings. Set inside a half-timbered building the
interiors here have an almost neo-classical feel, with hardwood
floors and elegant fittings complimenting a bullseye
location minutes from the old town. Q12 rooms (11 singles,
11 doubles, 1 apartment). PTARLGW
Qubus Hotel C-6, ul. Chmielna 47/52, tel. (+48) 58 752
21 00, www.qubushotel.com. If ever there was a sign of
Gdańsk’s regeneration it’s the fate of her granary buildings.
These abandoned relics have finally caught the eye of the investor,
and in particular the hotel sector who’ve been busy turning
these ghosts of the past into something fit for the future.
The Polish brand Qubus have done just that and the results
are eye catching to say the least - particularly at night when the
whole structure is floodlit and illuminated. Set just across from
old town this place is the last word in chic, with air-conditioning
throughout and all the modern elements required to make your
stay faultless. Gym and sauna also available, as well as one
of the better hotel breakfasts to be found. And as an added
bonus in the summer, they offer guests free boat trips on the
neighbouring Motlawa river between 10:00 and 16:00. Nice
touch. Q110 rooms (36 singles, 72 doubles, 2 apartments).
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Scandic Gdańsk B-2, ul. Podwale Grodzkie 9, tel. (+48)
58 300 60 00, www.scandichotels.com. What was once
the Holiday Inn, which acts as a bit of a local landmark located
directly opposite the train station, is these days the Scandic. A
smart central hotel perfectly located for walks into the old town
or trips further afield, rooms are large, bright and modern, and
a favoured base of both conventions and tour groups. On top
of a very good in-house restaurant - Senso - which is also open
to non-guests, a spa service is also available. Q143 rooms
(60 singles, 64 doubles, 19 suites). PTYJHA
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Villa Pica Paca D-5, ul. Spichrzowa 20, tel. (+48) 58 320
20 70, www.picapaca.com. Another of a new wave of modern,
boutique style efforts to have shot up on the Granary Island.
There’s eight rooms to choose from, and each comes decorated
with a funky modernist look and a different theme. Pick from
rooms dedicated in memory of Monroe, Newton or Einstein. Each
comes with flatscreen TV, and little details include a welcome bowl
of fruit. Downstairs there’s the equally stylish Pica Paca cafe, a
light bright space that’s open to non-guests as well. Q14 rooms
(8 singles, 8 doubles, 6 apartments). PTA6LGW
Gdańsk In Your Pocket gdansk.inyourpocket.com
Mid-range
Amber I-4, ul. Taborowa 1, tel. (+48) 58 718 71
87, www.amber-hotel.pl. A smart three star venture
in a new, blockish building two clicks from the centre.
Featuring a sharp, modern design rooms come with
flatscreen TVs, wifi and a svelte looking style. Q45
rooms (10 singles, 30 doubles, 4 triples, 1 suite).
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Artus C-4, ul. Piwna 36/39, tel. (+48) 58 320 96
00, www.artushotel.com.pl. A wonderful addition
to the accommodation scene in the old town. Found
inside a renovated series of town houses, the Artus
Hotel offer modern and comfortable rooms with all
mod-cons (including satellite TV and internet), pristine
bathrooms and classy touches such as exposed
brickwork. The main pull here though, aside from some
pretty reasonable pricing, is the location. Lying in the
shadow of St Mary’s church, a hop, skip and a jump
from the Neptun Fountain and on top of the very good
Cafe Mon Balzac Artus earns bonus points all round.
Q50 rooms (48 singles, 36 doubles, 2 apartments).
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Biała Lilia D-5, ul. Spichrzowa 16, tel. (+48) 58
301 70 74, www.bialalilia.pl. A smart affair inside a
fully converted townhouse. A chic, contemporary design
reigns throughout, with attractive rooms coming decorated
in clean, cream colours and featuring the expected
range of 21st century extras: cable TV, internet points
and sparkling bathrooms. Q15 rooms (1 single 180zł,
13 doubles 250zł, 1 suite 350zł). YJARGW
Bonum C-2, ul. Sieroca 3, tel. (+48) 58 304 78
10, www.hotelbonum.pl. A comfortable, modern
hotel occupying three restored tenement buildings. All
rooms are brand spanking new and come equipped
with plasma screens and internet connection. The
exposed and restored brickwork throughout lends the
place an aged feel which complements the modern
finish beautifully. Of note are their apartments, one of
which has a balcony overlooking the city skyline. Q32
rooms (7 singles, 21 doubles, 2 triples, 2 apartments).
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Dom Aktora D-3, ul. Straganiarska 55/56, tel.
(+48) 58 301 61 93, www.domaktora.pl. Old town
location and 100 metres from the river, Dom Aktora
is ideal if you have children and require a bit of peace
and quiet with your own cooking facilities. Effectively
a guest house with kitchens, fixtures and fittings have
been modernised over the past year and bathrooms
now positively shine with newness. There is a choice
of 4 rooms and 9 apartment style rooms which can
accommodate 1-4 people and prices include a hearty
breakfast served downstairs. Q13 rooms (3 singles,
3 doubles, 9 apartments). TJAGW
Dom Muzyka K-3, ul. Łąkowa 1/2, tel. (+48)
58 326 06 00, www.dommuzyka.pl. Originally set
up as a pet project by the city’s acclaimed Music
Academy in a wing of their impressive building 5
minutes stroll across the river from the old town,
such was the response of visitors to Gdansk that it
wasn’t long before the project become a full blown
business. The facilities are modern and prices provide
excellent value considering quality and location.
Q87 rooms (36 singles, 50 doubles, 1 apartment).
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GDAŃSK HOTELS
Hotel accommodation
that hits the right note
7 minutes walk from Gdansk Old Town
Rooms, Conference Room, Restaurant
ul. Łąkowa 1-2, Gdańsk
Tel. +48 58 326 06 00
www.dommuzyka.pl
e-mail: biuro@dommuzyka.pl
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