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I enjoyed the apartment, which is perfectly located in the city centre and very close to the university. I can recommend both the apartment and Marina as a host.
The apartment is in an amazing location, in the charming stone city centre with a lot of historical attractions just steps away, with a lot of supermarkets 2,3 mins away, and close to the beach of Sibenik. Despite the extreme heat waves, the apartment stays cool and pleasant; the AC is almost not necessary. The apartment is very clean, totally renewed and has everything needed for a monthly or longer stay, and it is very cozy. Also amazing value for the price.
The host is very kind and helpful, one of the best hosts I have had the pleasure of staying with in my countless travels. My every question got answered promptly and in detail, and they are overall very nice and accommodating people.
I would definitely recommend this accommodation, and will come back as soon as my travel plans allow.
Thanks again for everything!
The apartment was very comfortable, well-equipped, and had everything I needed. All the appliances were modern, worked perfectly, and made my stay very convenient.
The neighborhood was quiet, safe, and peaceful, making it a great place to relax after work while still being well connected to the city.
The host was also outstanding. Communication was always easy, fast, and friendly, and they were consistently available to answer any questions or help whenever needed.
Overall, it was a great experience, and I would happily stay here again.
Noise
This will be a big factor for a lot of people. You can hear the tram every few minutes if you pay attention, and there are many sirens that echo through the street because you're right on a major traffic artery. To some people, this is a huge annoyance; to other's, it's assurance that the city is working fine. Where I've lived I've needed ear plugs on some nights because of the noise outside in the street, so I'm used to the levels of noise that you will encounter at this apartment. If noise bothers you, you should find another place.
Location
Great location next to a metro, the 4-6 tram, the 72 bus, and Nyugati Rail Station. I really loved the location - travel within the city and outside of it is quite convenient from here. Groceries are very convenient.
You don't have a great view; you can see the post office next store and the intersection, but the post office is a lovely building and the street is alive with families and children in the morning and tourists at night. I'm often interested to take a peak outside.
Safety
There are 3 gates before you get to Floor 3 where the apartment is, and everyone on the floor always locks that gate, so it's quite safe.
I've often kept the courtyard window completely open, so that someone could theoretically climb in if they chose, at night, while I am sleeping, and I have always felt safe.
Living next to any major railway station has certain disadvantages, but the apartment itself is insulated from that. In my 4.5 months here, I've seen a people arguing on the street a few times from my window, but you can avoid this by simply closing the window.
Furnishings
The walls are high and the rooms are huge and the furniture is sparse but adequate. If you're like me and you like "space to breath", then this apartment is ideal for you.
Heating/AC
The heating system runs on gas and runs well. I would close all of the radiators except for the 2 in the bedroom and the bedroom could get warm during the winter.
There is no A/C. The windows that get sun face northwest. During the 41 degree heatwave, it did get hot, but not as unbearable as I had expected. I work from home on a computer and was still able to get things done on these days.
Landlord
The landlord was responsive, and there was also a property manager I could reach out to. They are both very nice people.
All in all, I really enjoyed my stay here.
One note, maybe especially for those with children: there some kind of grounding/electrical issue in the building. If you touch appliances, like the fridge, dishwasher, or stove, they will give you a shock. Sometimes quite a strong one. You also cannot run these appliances simultaneously (i.e. do the laundry while cooking something on the stove) without tripping the circuit.
Our host was exceptional, kind and responsive. He has created a truly comfortable home away from home and I can't recommend enough not only the location and the apartment itself, but also our host. If you're looking for somewhere quiet yet super well connected, this is absolutely the place to stay.
Everything about our process from booking to checking in/out went smoothly. There were no surprises and I felt well cared for during our entire stay. You'll love it! =)