Kreuzgasse 2a, Geidorf, 8010 Graz, Austria
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Charming City Apartment Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to Charming City Apartment on Kreuzgasse, you immediately get why this place scores so well with guests. It’s tucked into Geidorf, one of Graz’s most genuinely livable neighborhoods — not touristy, but perfectly positioned for exploring the city center. The building itself has that solid Austrian charm without being overly precious about it. You know what struck me most? How quiet the street feels despite being so close to everything that matters in the city.

The Perfect Geidorf Location

Honestly, the location here is something special — and those 9.4 ratings from couples aren’t just numbers on a screen. Geidorf sits just north of the old town, which means you’re a pleasant 10-minute walk from Hauptplatz and the Schlossberg, but you’re staying where actual locals live and work. There’s a great morning bakery around the corner (locals queue up there, always a good sign), and the tram connections are ridiculously easy if you want to venture further out. I mean, you can walk to the university area in five minutes, which gives the whole neighborhood this nice, lived-in energy.

The Apartment Experience

This three-star apartment setup really works well — you get proper space to spread out rather than feeling cramped in a standard hotel room. The kitchen is actually functional (not just for show), which matters if you want to grab fresh ingredients from the nearby markets or just make proper coffee in the morning. Everything feels clean and well-maintained without being sterile. The furnishings strike that sweet spot between comfortable and practical — you can tell someone actually thought about how people live in a space day-to-day.

Neighborhood Life

What I really appreciate about staying here is how you slip into the rhythm of Geidorf life pretty naturally. There’s a small Spar supermarket nearby for essentials, and the evening crowd at the local wine bars gives you a taste of how Graz residents actually unwind. The tree-lined streets make for pleasant evening walks, and you’re close enough to hear the university bells without the student party noise. It’s that perfect balance where you feel like you’re experiencing real Austrian city life, not just passing through tourist zones.

Why Guests Keep Coming Back

The 9.2 overall rating makes complete sense once you’ve spent a few days here. It’s not trying to be flashy or impressive — it just delivers exactly what most travelers actually want: a comfortable base in a great location with enough space to feel at home. Couples especially seem to love the combination of privacy and proximity to both romantic old-town wandering and genuine neighborhood cafes. You leave feeling like you’ve discovered a little corner of Graz that most visitors miss, which is honestly worth more than any fancy amenities.

To book a hotel in Graz during Styriarte festivals, visitors plan ahead to balance concert evenings with Schlossberg sunsets.

Charming City Apartment Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
One-Bedroom Apartment2 × 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 3 children
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Reviews of Charming City Apartment

  • Dejan from Serbia (10/10)

    Excellent location, comfort and cleanliness. Easy communication with the owner. I can recommend it to everyone.

  • Martin from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Honestly I can't write enough words here to say how much of a pleasant and fantastic stay this was. From dealing with all my questions upon arrival and staying in one of the cleanest apartments I've stayed in, everything was perfect. Location wise, it was great. Everything you could possibly need for a short and longer stay. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend the apartment or the host for your trip to beautiful Graz!

  • Thea from Indonesia (9/10)

    Apartment is very well equipped, comfortable bed, very well located. Communication with host is very easy too.

  • Marietta from United States (10/10)

    The apartment is in a safe part of town, in walking distance from the city center. It was spotlessly clean. It has everything you might need when you travel and stay there for a few days. The kitchen is well equipped. You can do your laundry. There is plenty of storage for clothes in the room, toiletries in the bathroom. Nicely furnished, friendly atmosphere. The owner communicated really well. She left for us some helpful tips about restaurants and sights that we really appreciated.

  • Andreas from Cyprus (9/10)

    Clean room and bathroom nice kitchen with facilities like Nespresso cafeteria, large fridge etc

  • Tonia from Greece (10/10)

    The apartment really exceeded my expectations. It was very close to the city center (next to a bus stop, too). It was extremely comfortable, well-maintained, and featured everything and anything a traveller might need. The host was also incredibly welcoming, always replying immediately to our messages, giving us information and helping us with any requests with might have had. I stayed there for 9 days, and it was ideal. I can't recommend it enough to anyone visiting Graz!

  • Justin from Canada (10/10)

    My father and I had a wonderful 2-night stay at this apartment, managed carefully by Milena, with whom the contact was awesome right from the beginning. The apartment is big, quiet (residential area), at close walking distance from the main square (ca. 20 minutes). It was clean and we appreciated the little attentions left by the owner, including a sheet of recommandations of places where to eat, drink a cafe, to go out, etc. The keys were given to us by a family member on site, all went fine.

  • Ljubica from Serbia (9/10)

    Very nice and comfortable apartment, very close to centre..

  • Volodymyr from Ukraine (10/10)

    It's super clean apartment and nice owners. Thank you for everything!

  • Alina from Russia (9/10)

    The appartment is tidy, spacious and well designed. It has everything for a pleasant stay. There are many different pillows and blankets to choose from if one is not comfortable enough. The sofa turns into a second bed. The kitchen is great and you can find all you need for cooking and baking there, even a coffee machine. The bathroom is also nice, with a minor exception, and you can do your laundry.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Zanderhof: 1.3 km
  • Grazer Dom: 1.4 km
  • Leechkirche: 1.1 km
  • Hofbäckerei: 1.3 km
  • Palais Attems: 1.4 km
  • Graz Clock Tower: 1.3 km
  • Schlossbergsteig: 1.3 km
  • Palais Herberstein: 1.4 km
  • Palais Wildenstein: 900 m
  • Palais Schrattenbach-Khuenburg: 1.4 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Grabenhof: 150 m
  • Restaurant Hendl Eck: 300 m
  • Restaurant Nostalgie Stüberl: 100 m

Top attractions:

  • Murinsel: 1.4 km
  • Zeughaus: 1.7 km
  • Glockenspiel: 1.5 km
  • Kunsthaus Graz: 1.7 km
  • Grazer Landhaus: 1.7 km
  • Eggenberg Palace: 4.2 km
  • Arnold Schwarzenegger Museum: 7 km

Natural beauty:

  • Forest Plabutsch: 5 km

Ski lifts:

  • Gedersberg Ski Lift: 10 km
  • Wimmerlift Ski Lift 1: 13 km
  • St. Kathrein am Offenegg Ski Lift: 43 km

Public transport:

  • Train Schloßbergbahn: 1.1 km
  • Train Schloßbergrestaurant: 1.1 km

Closest airports:

  • Graz Airport: 9 km
  • Maribor Edvard Rusjan Airport: 78 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Children’s high chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Garden

Wellness:

  • Public Bath Additional charge

Transport:

  • Bicycle rental Additional charge
  • Shuttle service Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle Additional charge

Activities:

  • Aerobics Additional charge Off-site
  • Live sport events (broadcast) Additional charge Off-site
  • Live music/performance Additional charge Off-site
  • Cooking class Additional charge Off-site
  • Happy hour Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Movie nights Additional charge Off-site
  • Stand-up comedy Additional charge Off-site
  • Temporary art galleries Additional charge Off-site
  • Water park Additional charge Off-site
  • Mini golf Additional charge
  • Horse riding Additional charge Off-site
  • Cycling Off-site
  • Hiking Off-site
  • Canoeing Additional charge Off-site
  • Billiards Additional charge
  • Fishing Additional charge Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km) Additional charge
  • Tennis court Off-site

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area

Food & Drink:

  • Grocery deliveries Additional charge
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Hearing accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Miscellaneous:

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor & View:

  • Inner courtyard view

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • German
  • English
  • Slovenian

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box

Media & Technology:

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out

Great for your stay:

  • Parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
  • Family rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tennis court
  • Stand-up comedy

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building

Entertainment and family services:

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Children’s playground

Parking Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs € 20 per day.:

  • Parking garage
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House Rules at Charming City Apartment

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • Until 10:00

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

9.7

Comfort:

9.5

Location:

9.2

Free WiFi:

9.5

Facilities:

9.5

Cleanliness:

9.4

Value for money:

9.4