Weingartenweg, Eggenberg, 8020 Graz, Austria
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Retro Apartment Graz Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to Retro Apartment Graz in the Eggenberg district, you immediately get that “this is going to be good” feeling. The building has this understated charm that doesn’t scream for attention — it’s more like discovering a well-kept secret. What struck me right away was how quiet the Weingartenweg area feels, especially considering you’re still in Graz. The three-star rating might seem modest, but honestly, this place punches way above its weight class.

Location & Getting Around

Eggenberg is one of those neighborhoods that locals love but tourists often overlook — which works in your favor. You’re about 15 minutes from Graz’s historic center by tram, but here’s the thing: you actually want to spend time in this area. The nearby Eggenberg Palace (a UNESCO World Heritage site, by the way) is absolutely worth the walk. Having free parking on-site is honestly a game-changer if you’re driving — try finding that in the city center without paying through the nose. The recent guest rating of 8.0 for location makes total sense once you experience how well-connected yet peaceful this spot really is.

The Apartment Experience

This isn’t your typical hotel room setup — you’re getting a proper apartment experience with all the space that comes with it. The retro styling isn’t just a marketing gimmick; they’ve actually nailed that mid-century aesthetic without making it feel like a museum. The kitchen is fully functional, which means you can grab groceries from the local markets and actually cook if you want to. I mean, sometimes you just want to make coffee your way or store some Austrian wine you picked up, you know?

Why Couples Choose This Place

There’s something about this setup that just works for romantic getaways — maybe it’s the extra space to spread out, or the fact that you feel like you’re living in Graz rather than just visiting. The feedback about couples rating it highly makes perfect sense when you’re here. You can have lazy mornings without feeling cramped, cook dinner together, or just enjoy having separate spaces when you need them. The neighborhood vibe is relaxed enough for evening strolls but close enough to nightlife when you want it.

Why Guests Keep Coming Back

That 9.0 rating doesn’t happen by accident — it’s all those little details that add up. The combination of space, location, and that rare find of free parking creates this sweet spot that’s hard to replicate elsewhere in the city. You get the independence of an apartment with the reliability of a hotel, plus you’re in a neighborhood where you can actually imagine living. It’s the kind of place where you start planning your next Graz trip before you’ve even checked out.

Graz’s apartments welcome families with play terraces, bike storage, and quick tram hops to museums.

Retro Apartment Graz Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Deluxe Apartmentdouble bed, 1 double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults
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Reviews of Retro Apartment Graz

  • Mihai from Romania (9/10)

    Location was very quiet. Not so easy to get to the center of the city by foot, or even public transportation, but very easy by car.

  • Margus from Estonia (9/10)

  • Sławomir from Poland (9/10)

    The appartament has a fantastic design and is very comfortable. Everybody should fell great in that place. Many attractive toys for children. Wines, beers available in the fridge. Neighborhood is also fantastic – many historical buldings with beautifull gardens. It is placed close to the castle with a big garden and also close to the city center.

  • Bekerytė from Lithuania (9/10)

    I'm glad I chose this place. The apartment is clean, ready, cozy, retro style, you can turn on the projector and enjoy the abundance of nintendo games, and have fun in a cozy atmosphere. If I come back to Graz again, I will definitely come back to these apartments! 10/10

  • Oana from Romania (9/10)

    The location was beautiful, it had a great view of the city.

  • Nataliia from Ukraine (9/10)

    Everything was totally great, especially interior design, comfortability. Feels like you got into charming home! The hostess is out of all expectations: nice and helpful! You feel yourself carried about during your stay!
    Excellent! Fully recomend!

  • K from Portugal (8/10)

    Really cute retro style decor apartment- a whole apartment with many amenities and clean clean clean. Sweet gracious host in a quiet neighborhood with a nice little austrian restaurant a few minute walk down the road.

  • Sławomir from Poland (9/10)

    The appartment is quite close to city center while surrounding looks like in the country. The "retro" style is very nice – we like everything in the appartment. Ideal for short stay.

  • Petr from Czech Republic (9/10)

    Very nice appartment. Betiful atmosphere.

  • Veronica from Belarus (9/10)

    Cool apartment with soul and design!

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Murinsel: 3.8 km
  • Zeughaus: 4.4 km
  • Glockenspiel: 4.5 km
  • Kunsthaus Graz: 3.9 km
  • Grazer Landhaus: 4.4 km
  • Eggenberg Palace: 1.4 km
  • Graz Clock Tower: 4.3 km
  • Schlossbergsteig: 4.2 km
  • Arnold Schwarzenegger Museum: 4.5 km
  • Platz der Menschenrechte Graz: 5 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Kirchenwirt: 1.3 km
  • RestaurantASKÖ-Restaurant: 1.2 km
  • Restaurant Gasthaus Kreuzwirt: 250 m

Natural beauty:

  • Forest Plabutsch: 1.8 km

Ski lifts:

  • Gedersberg Ski Lift: 9 km
  • Wimmerlift Ski Lift 1: 18 km

Public transport:

  • Train Graz Central Station: 2.4 km
  • Train Graz Köflacherbahnhof: 2.7 km

Closest airports:

  • Graz Airport: 10 km
  • Maribor Edvard Rusjan Airport: 77 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Parking:

  • Electric vehicle charging station

Bathroom:

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

Wellness:

  • Public Bath

Transport:

  • Bicycle rental

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Wine/champagne
  • Snack bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor & View:

  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Sofa bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • German
  • English

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Safety deposit box

Media & Technology:

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Game console – Nintendo Wii
  • Game console
  • Computer
  • Flat-screen TV
  • CD player
  • Radio
  • TV

Reception services:

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

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building

Entertainment and family services:

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
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House Rules at Retro Apartment Graz

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 16:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • Until 11:00

No age restriction:

  • There is no age requirement for check-in

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:

9.5

Comfort:

9.1

Location:

9.3

Free WiFi:

10

Facilities:

8.7

Cleanliness:

9.2

Value for money:

9.1