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Marathon Historic Apartments-heart of Downtown - Charming 1 bedroom

Apartment in Seward with kitchenette

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Immerse yourself in Seward's history at this charming 1-bedroom retreat, nestled just a block from Resurrection Bay and the Sea Life Center. Discover old charm mixed with modern comforts, including a fully-equipped kitchen and cozy living space.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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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-heart of Downtown - Charming 1 bedroom

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

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV
  • Video library

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

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Wash dishes please
Please return heat to 68 or low.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

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
  • Alaska SeaLife Center - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Seward Boat Harbor - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Lowell Point State Recreation Site - 7 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Breeze Inn Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Firebrand BBQ - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Cookery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ray's Waterfront - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Highliner Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Marathon Historic Apartments-heart of Downtown - Charming 1 bedroom pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Marathon Historic Apartments-heart of Downtown - Charming 1 bedroom?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Marathon Historic Apartments-heart of Downtown - Charming 1 bedroom?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Marathon Historic Apartments-heart of Downtown - Charming 1 bedroom?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Marathon Historic Apartments-heart of Downtown - Charming 1 bedroom located?

Located in the heart of 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-heart of Downtown - Charming 1 bedroom Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brenda B.

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

First time in alaska

Property had everything you need, clean great bed!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie D.

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

Cozy

Cute and cozy, the kitchen is decorated Retro. It has everything you need. Walking distance to Main Street. I enjoyed the history of the building and appreciate appreciate that it is continuing to serve the people.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gwen D.

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

Comfy and Clean

It was just what we needed. A comfy bed, hot shower and a way to make coffee. We enjoyed the cute decor and welcome note. Overall a great stay at a great location. There was some confusion in which apartment we were in but we just checked doors until our code worked.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad L.

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

Great space for our needs

This was a perfect place for our short stay. Right in the middle of downtown, this small apartment gave us a place to drop our bags and explore the town. It is perfect for two people and a bit tight for four (especially with two teenage boys at the end of a long trip!), but this was no surprise given the description of the property on the platform. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed for a quick meal and coffee. We met the host on the way in who was gracious with his time and the information he shared about the area. The host was communicative and kind from start to finish. We would gladly stay here again when back in downtown Seward.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location for downtown dining and shopping. The apartment is clean and has everything that you would need for an incredible stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

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

Wonderful stay in Seward!

My husband and I were visiting Seward from Anchorage for an impromptu fishing trip, and were lucky enough to find this listing! Adorable apartment, easy to locate, close to everything, and the bed was SO comfy. As someone with back issues I really appreciated that. Shelly was very responsive and helpful, and even let me know we could check in early. I would absolutely recommend staying here anytime you visit Seward!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dayna R.

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

Cute place in great location

My husband and I stayed two nights and really enjoyed the location and cleanliness of the apartment. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, easy access
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The unit is cute, comfortable, and convenient! Shelly and Matt have done a great job of decorating and making sure guests have everything they need from towels and kitchenware to lots of drawers, hooks, and other spaces to put your things. The location is perfect, within walking distance to shops and restaurants, and a short drive to the harbor if you take a boat tour of the Kenai Fjords. The host provided a list of local restaurants, and we had the best meal of our trip so far at The Cookery, thanks to her list. 10/10 would recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandi P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute place to stay. Amazing communication from the owners. Plenty of “may need” items available just in case. (Ziplock bags, foil, Q tips, hair dryer etc)It was on the warm side even with the heat off. Wish we had this kind of insulation at our house. Upstairs neighbors kept us up until 12:30am walking but not something that can be helped. Would definitely stay here again. It’s close to the water, shops, restaurants, Sealife center and bus stops.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie B.

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

Perfect location and stay

The location was perfect and walkable to absolutely everything. The bed was very comfortable and the location quiet and restful. All the necessities were provided in this adorable bungalow. Communication was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucas W.

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

Cozy and Convenient Place in the Heart of Seward

This little apartment is exactly what I wanted for a night in Seward. It is located conveniently right in the middle of downtown only a few blocks away from the waterfront, the SeaLife Center, and the restaurants of downtown. The host was extremely communicative and a pleasure to deal with. If you are interested in a cozy spot to return to after a day out and about I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nic B., Hastings

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

Great location

Owner was awesome and this is close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah W.

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

Cozy and Comfortable!

We LOVED our stay at Marathon by the Sea - the bed was so extremely comfortable and cozy. Great location- we walked a block to the courthouse to get married! Well stocked with kitchen gadgets and serve ware, as well as extra blankets and towels. Host was so very kind and promptly responded whenever we reached out. We most definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon L., Boulder, CO

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

Quaint and Convenient

Great option for a few days. The apartment is an easy walk to the water, the Sea Life Center, the brewery, and downtown restaurants. Internet speed is great for making travel/excursion arrangements and entertainment. Everything was clean and welcoming. We enjoyed the museum located in the library and were able to also see the movie about the 1964 earthquake--shown once a day for a separate fee. Highly recommend the movie.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Seward Trip

We had a great time and enjoyed your lovely apartment. Very cute!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Perfect location right in downtown. Excellent communication. Clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S., Freeport, PA USA

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

Very Cute!

Love the retro look! Great location!! Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This small but lovely and we’ll-stocked apartment was perfect for our 3 night stay. The manager, Shelly, did a great job of communicating and even sent a long list of things to do and good places to eat. We especially liked that it was walking distance to many attractions and only 2 blocks from a free shuttle stop to take us to many others.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property was just as advertised. Quiet, quaint, and excellent shopping near by. If I go back to Seward I will re-book here for sure. I really enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

william W.

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

Thank you

Thank you, and wonderful little place and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Blain R.

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

Friendly host, cozy space

The host was wonderful and the property was nice and well maintained
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Close to everything, very quiet for sleeping. Shelly was great to work with and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samantha L., Nashville, TN

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

Nautical Stowaway

This beautiful little nook in the heart of Seward was the perfect, clean, and stylish respite we needed at the end of our grand Alaskan adventure! Everything you'd need in a VRBO and the check in/out process was easy peasy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

james w.

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

Great host.

Great place. Close to everything. Had all you need for your stay. Would recommend.