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Marathon Historic Apartments-heart of Downtown - Charming 1 bedroom

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A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a bedside table, and a wall-mounted painting.
A corner room with two chairs, a table, a window with curtains, and artwork on the walls.
A bathroom with a sink, toilet, and shower curtain.
A compact kitchen with a red refrigerator, white cabinetry, a sink, and a window.
A kitchen with a red refrigerator, a microwave, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Seward Waterfront Park

Popular amenities

  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Bathtub
  • Non-smoking
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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Seward, AK
  • Place, Seward Waterfront Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Alaska SeaLife Center
    ‪3 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

1 Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

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About the area

Seward

Located in Seward, this apartment is in the mountains. Seward Boat Harbor and Exit Glacier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kenai Fjords National Park and Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center. Alaska SeaLife Center and Thumb Cove State Marine Park are also worth visiting. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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

  • ‪Tidewater Taphouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Woody's Thai Kitchen - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ray's Waterfront - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Breeze Inn Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Firebrand BBQ - ‬17 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 does it cost to stay at Marathon Historic Apartments-heart of Downtown - Charming 1 bedroom?

As of 4 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Marathon Historic Apartments-heart of Downtown - Charming 1 bedroom on 5 December 2026 start from NZ$402, 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 - 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?

Situated in the mountains, 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.

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 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Host! This is a great location and comfy space downtown where you can walk to great restaurants etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2026
We are so happy to provide a nice place. Thank you!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment was set up adorably and the location was perfect. The communication was easy and responsive. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this clean and cozy unit. The kitchen was very well stocked with appliances and dinnerware. The bed and pillows were very comfortable. Everything ran smoothly from booking to directions to checkout.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and clean. Had just what we needed for a three day stay. Close to good restaurants and food trucks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location near shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Right downtown
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for two people. My wife and I really enjoyed the attention to detail. The location is right in the heart of things. Clean and very comfortable bed. ThanksScott
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location a very short walk to the downtown shopping area & some bars & resturants. The other resturant & store area by the marina is just a mile & half away so could walk or drive to it. It is exactly as pictured and kitchen has every cooking appliance you could want.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This little apartment was at an extremely convenient location, near restaurants and the Sea Life Center. We found the bed too soft for our taste, and it is (as advertised) a small place. But it does have a kitchen and two chairs to sit at in the entry way, so we were comfortable enough. The price was quite good, so we felt we had a good deal.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I don’t like the high hidden fees.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was the cutest little apartment, perfect for my husband and I! The host made sure to breakdown all the information you needed for check in and check out. Shelly was very responsive and gave many suggestions for tours and food. We were able to walk everywhere we needed to from this stay- the small boat harbor being the farthest around a mile. The place was very clean and had everything you could need from kitchen appliances, to soap in bathroom, to fans in the bedroom! I only wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

Lovely little space for a few days in Seward. Great location close to shops, bars, and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I highly recommend this apartment if you're staying in Seward. Very clean, organized, and seamless process for check-in/check-out. We stayed in a downstairs unit in this small historic apartment building. The kitchen has everything you'd ever want or need. We appreciated they had some Tupperware for us to borrow to pack a lunch. It's a relatively small space, but they have maximized the layout and it has a huge empty closet for luggage, two chairs for lounging, and a long counter with stools for setting out your stuff. For the two of us it was perfect. It's just a minute walk to the beach/park, restaurants (we recommend Seward Brewing Co.) and just a 5 minute drive down to the harbor for boat tours. We appreciated the enforced quiet hours 10pm-7am. Communication was excellent. Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as described in the listing. Small but great location and price. Perfect for me and my husband.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect little apartment

My husband and I rented this apartment for three nights and it was perfect. Very clean, close to restaurants, shopping and the free shuttle service. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thank you Kenna! We’d love to have you back! Thanks fir being positive troopers during this time of smoke and fires! Not one of our guests have complained and managed to have a great time! We really are grateful to share what we love about Alaska! Best wishes!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect spot for our stop in Seward. Convenient location. We walked everywhere. Well appointed. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Marathon Historic apartment was a perfect base for our time in Seward and the Kenai Fjords. The apartment is very comfortable and homey, clean, well-equipped, quiet, and the location is excellent for walking to the waterfront, restaurants, shops, and the Alaska Sealife Center. Shelly provided clear instructions for check-in and many great recommendations for restaurants and attractions. My husband and I enjoyed our stay and hope to return some day!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 September 2025
We would be honored to host you again😊❤️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2023
Thank you Mary! Want to tell you how much we appreciate our awesome guests and you are!
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