Location – discover Giżycko from Hotel Wodnik

Are you looking for a hotel in the perfect location in the center of Giżycko? You've come to the right place! From Hotel Wodnik, you have everything within reach.

Imagine: you step out of the hotel and after a few minutes' walk you are at Lake Niegocin, by the famous Swing Bridge, at the Ekomarina port, or on the city beach. Main attractions, restaurants, and shops are just next door.

Explore Giżycko on foot – no time lost commuting! As the oldest hotel in town, we offer not only comfort but most of all a unbeatable location. It's the perfect base for exploring the city and the whole Masurian region.

Choose Hotel Wodnik – be at the heart of the action!

Our location means that the most important and interesting points of Giżycko are literally just a step away. Just a few minutes' walk to find yourself in the center of events:

• By the shore of Lake Niegocin: Feel the Masurian breeze during a walk along the picturesque pier and promenade. Right next to it is the modern Ekomarina port, bustling with life especially in the season – admire yachts, have a coffee with a view of the lake or go on a boat cruise through the Land of Great Lakes. Nearby you will also find a city beach, ideal for a moment of relaxation and swimming on hot days.

• Icons of Giżycko: See with your own eyes the Swing Bridge on the Łuczański Canal – a unique technical monument in Europe, whose manual opening is a real spectacle. Climb the Water Tower to admire the breathtaking panorama of the town, lakes, and surrounding forests from its terrace.

• Heart of the city: Step out of the hotel and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of Giżycko's center. Numerous shops, cozy restaurants serving local specialties (be sure to try fresh fish!), comfortable cafes and service points are waiting for you. Everything you need is within reach.

• Active relaxation at MOSiR: Need a moment of exercise or water relaxation, regardless of the weather? Near the hotel there is the swimming complex of the Municipal Sports and Recreation Center (MOSiR), offering swimming and water recreation – a great option for the whole family or for regeneration after a day full of experiences.

A little farther, but still close – historic treasures:

• Boyen Fortress: A must-see on the Giżycko map for every history and military architecture enthusiast. This impressive 19th-century fortification is located a short distance from the center (you can get there by a pleasant, longer walk or in a few minutes by car/taxi). The extensive fortress area with numerous paths invites exploration.

The central location of Giżycko on the map of the Great Masurian Lakes makes our town, and consequently – Hotel Wodnik, an excellent starting point for exploring the entire region:

• A paradise for sailors and water enthusiasts: Giżycko lies on the main Masurian Navigable Route, which opens up unlimited possibilities for sailing trips, yacht rentals or motorboat rentals.
• Active in nature: Discover picturesque bicycle trails winding around lakes and through forests. Try your hand at a kayak trip on one of the Masurian rivers, e.g., the Sapina (rentals and transport are easily available).
• Regional trips: From Giżycko, you can easily organize day trips to other charming Masurian towns (such as Mikołajki, Ryn, Węgorzewo), nature reserves (e.g., the Masurian Landscape Park), or places with rich history.

Giżycko is alive with events – be at the center of the action!

Our location is especially valuable during numerous open-air events, concerts, regattas, and festivals that enliven Giżycko, particularly in the summer season (it's worth checking the current event calendar before your arrival). Staying at Hotel Wodnik, you are right in the heart of these attractions! Expect great excitement during events such as the famous Mazury AirShow, Giżycko Days, and numerous shanty concerts and regattas.

By choosing Hotel Wodnik, you are choosing not only accommodation but also a strategic location on the map of the Masurian Lake District, which will allow you to fully experience the charm of Giżycko and the entire region, enjoying the comfort and convenience of being at the very center of events.

Practical Information: Please note that for guests with vehicles, we offer parking at the hotel (additional charge, subject to availability) – which is a great convenience in the very city center.

Address: 3 Maja Street 2, 11-500 Giżycko

Access to the port – 3 min

To the beach – 5 min

To the center – 1 min

To Boyen Fortress – 5 min by car

Parking available on site

We will gladly advise you on what to see and how to make the most of your time spent in Masuria. Contact our reception or check the current events calendar.

Tel.: (87) 428 38 71

E-mail: recepcja@hotelwodnik-mazury.pl