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Marathon Historic Apartments- heart of downtown-View-1 bedroom sleeps 4

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Seward, AK
  • Place, Seward Waterfront Park
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Alaska SeaLife Center
    ‪6 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Marathon Historic Apartments- heart of downtown-View-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. Studio style with queen bed, private bath, sitting/sleeping area, full kitchen 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, full kitchen and dining, bathroom with walk- in shower and a seating/sleeping area with sofa that folds down to full size bed. Add the memory foam mattress on top for maximum comfort. 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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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Only request is wash your dishes please 😊
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Seward

Seward is home to this apartment. Kenai Fjords National Park and Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Alaska SeaLife Center and Thumb Cove State Marine Park. Safety Cove State Marine Park and Sandspit Point State Marine Park are also worth visiting.
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Seward, AK

What's nearby

  • Seward Community Library & Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Seward Waterfront Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Alaska SeaLife Center - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Seward Boat Harbor - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cookery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Breeze Inn Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Seward Brewing Company - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Highliner Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Firebrand BBQ - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Marathon Historic Apartments- heart of downtown-View-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- heart of downtown-View-1 bedroom sleeps 4?

As of 26 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Marathon Historic Apartments- heart of downtown-View-1 bedroom sleeps 4 on 13 Feb 2026 start from £150.53, 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- heart of downtown-View-1 bedroom sleeps 4?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Marathon Historic Apartments- heart of downtown-View-1 bedroom sleeps 4?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Marathon Historic Apartments- heart of downtown-View-1 bedroom sleeps 4?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Marathon Historic Apartments- heart of downtown-View-1 bedroom sleeps 4 located?

Situated in Seward, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Seward Community Library & Museum, Chugach Heritage Center and Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center. Alaska SeaLife Center and Seward Waterfront Park are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shamrao N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great stay. Host was good and responded to all the questions promptly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Pam F.

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

Perfect location

We were in Seward for our Grandson’s graduation, the apartment was perfect, right downtown.The host, Shelly, even provided extra coffee for the Kuerig!Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

MaryLynn H.

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

Loved the location!

This apartment is right in the middle of downtown and within walking distance of everything. The host responded quickly and had great recommendations for food and hikes nearby. Would love to stay again :)
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Alaska trip

We were coming to Alaska and wanted to spend a night in Seward. This apt was perfect for our family! So close to downtown and all the restaurants and shops. The place was clean and super cute inside! The check in process was super easy and Shelly was avl if needed…I highly recommend and would def stay again if/when we make it back!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Errol S.

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

Family wedding

Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nataliya L.

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

Nice place, great location

A+++
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Nice Room

Enjoyed our stay. We were close to Sea Life Museum and "main street". Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Viola F.

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

Well appointed apartment at a convenient location

We had a very pleasant stay. A lot of care and thought went into this fully renovated apartment. The host was responsive and the check-in process was a breeze.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela W.

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

Lovely

Perfect size for resting at the end of a long day.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina L.

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

Cute & Cozy

What a charming little one bedroom apartment in Seward. Perfect for our family of four. The apartment had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

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

Perfectly Comfortable

This property was perfect for our stay in Seward. Owner was quick to respond when we had a question. The room was very comfortable, clean, and had everything we needed. Quiet neighborhood. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It seems like this property is in a building that is managed by someone other than this host because the unit itself is immaculate and very charming; however, the outside door is completely covered in mold and the inside hallways to other units are in serious need of some fresh paint and also smell of mold. Other than that, we would definitely book this again! You can walk anywhere you need to and parking was a breeze.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Bob N.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Sad to say

Where to start?!? Old food was found in refrigerator. Cheap coffee maker leaked water all over the counter and wouldn't make coffee, merely hot water. Also, it had mold in it. Bathroom is extremely tiny. I am disabled: we requested ADA accessible on VRBO and were not informed that this unit is on the second floor and only accessible via outdoor stairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute one bedroom apt! Close to downtown and its amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Shelly Lindell

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Matt and I re both from the Midwest - MN and IA. We met in Denver and moved to Alaska in 2002. We absolutely love traveling and being hosts, mostly to share stories and adventures. When we get a chance to talk with our guests, it renews our love for our home and community. We are so blessed. We want to share this blessing with everyone.

Why they chose this property

I love being 1 block from the water and in the heart of downtown. We walk the path along the harbor daily, no mater the weather. it is one of the oldest buildings in Seward and we loved the history and the possibilities to bring it back to life. We have worked hard to provide a nice clean quaint and quiet place to stay. We have local residents in the building who you may run into out and about. Some are born and raised in Seward!!

What makes this property unique

This property is very unique. It is one of Seward's oldest buildings build in either 1905 or 1906. It was a boarding house to the railroad workers in the early 1900's. It survived the 1964 earthquake tsunami. In 2017, we bought this run down virtually empty building and spent every weekend for 6 years coming down from Anchorage and renovating the entire place. Just mu husband and I. We have finally moved to Seward and love this amazing community. We hope you love what we have done to restore history.

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