Hotels near Zaliakalnis and Aleksotas Funiculars

Hotels near Zaliakalnis and Aleksotas Funiculars

Kaunas, Kaunas City Municipality, Lithuania

Search in Zaliakalnis and Aleksotas FunicularsApr 27 - Apr 282 guests

Kaunas has two funicular railways, both dating from the 1930s, and both still in daily operation. The Zaliakalnis funicular (built 1931) climbs Zaliakalnis hill from the New Town to the Christ's Resurrection Church neighbourhood. The Aleksotas funicular (built 1935) crosses the river on the south bank, ascending Aleksotas hill to a viewpoint terrace that looks directly across at the Old Town and cathedral. Each ride lasts about two minutes and costs roughly one euro.

The Aleksotas viewpoint at the top is arguably the best vantage point in Kaunas. From the terrace you can see the full sweep of the Old Town, Town Hall Square, Kaunas Castle, the confluence of the two rivers, and the New Town rising behind. The funiculars themselves are charming period pieces - small wooden carriages on a steep track, with the mechanical infrastructure still visible. Both are among the oldest continuously operating funiculars in Europe and are protected as cultural heritage objects.

Pro Tip: Ride the Aleksotas funicular in the late afternoon for the best light on the Old Town. Arrive about 30 minutes before sunset for golden-hour photographs from the terrace - this is the single best viewpoint in the city and almost always quieter than you would expect.

Hotels (203)

Happy Kaunas
1.1 km from Zaliakalnis and Aleksotas Funiculars

Happy Kaunas

Šv. Gertrūdos gatvė, 44261, Kaunas, Lithuania
Laundry, Parking, Pets Allowed + 6 others
Offering city views, Happy Kaunas is an accommodation set in Kaunas, 1.9 km from Kaunas Zalgiris Arena and 400 metres from Kaunas Choral Synagogue. This apartment offers free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The apartment has family rooms.<br/><br/>All units at the apartment complex come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a kitchen, a dining area and a private bathroom with a hair dryer, a shower and free toiletries. Some units feature a balcony and/or a patio with inner courtyard views and an outdoor dining area. At the apartment complex, units come with bed linen and towels.<br/><br/>Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kaunas, like cycling and hiking. A baby safety gate is also available for guests at Happy Kaunas.<br/><br/>Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Kaunas State Drama Theatre, Vytautas Magnus University’s Great Hall and Kaunas State Musical Theatre. The nearest airport is Kaunas, 15 km from Happy Kaunas, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.<br/>This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Managed by a private host <br/>Check-in from 15:00 to 00:00<br/>Check-out from 00:00 to 11:00
Owl Apartments
1.3 km from Zaliakalnis and Aleksotas Funiculars

Owl Apartments

Benediktinių g. 45-2, 46262, Kaunas, Lithuania
Laundry, Parking, Pets Allowed + 4 others
Set less than 1 km from Kaunas Castle, a 11-minute walk from Kaunas Cathedral Basilica of apostles St. Peter and St. Paul and 700 metres from Kaunas Historical Presidential Palace, Owl Apartments offers accommodation located in Kaunas. The property is situated 1.2 km from Kaunas State Musical Theatre, 1.2 km from Kaunas St. Francis Xavier Church and 700 metres from Church of St. Gertrude in Kaunas. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Kaunas Zalgiris Arena is 4.2 km away.<br/><br/>The apartment is fitted with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with quiet street views. The unit at the property features a walk-in shower and a dressing room. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.<br/><br/>The apartment has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open.<br/><br/>Popular points of interest near the apartment include Kaunas Choral Synagogue, Kaunas Old Town Hall and Square and Kaunas State Drama Theatre. The nearest airport is Kaunas, 15 km from Owl Apartments, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.<br/>Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card before 9pm by Booking.com. If will not send, you will not received check in instruction. The apartments will not answer your questions until you provide your identity documents.Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions. Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Managed by a private host <br/>Check-in from 15:00 to 23:30<br/>Check-out from 00:00 to 11:00
Bright Kaunas Apartment with Castle View
1.3 km from Zaliakalnis and Aleksotas Funiculars

Bright Kaunas Apartment with Castle View

Brastos gatvė 26B, Kaunas, Lithuania
Parking, Pets Allowed, Wifi + 1 others
Offering city views, Bright Kaunas apartment with Castle view is an accommodation located in Kaunas, 1.6 km from Kaunas Castle and 1.8 km from Kaunas Cathedral Basilica of apostles St. Peter and St. Paul. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the apartment free of charge. The property is non-smoking and is situated 3.9 km from Kaunas Zalgiris Arena.<br/><br/>The apartment features 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with river views. The air-conditioned unit at the property features a bath and a dressing room. Additional in-room amenities include chocolates or cookies.<br/><br/>Popular points of interest near Bright Kaunas apartment with Castle view include Kaunas Historical Presidential Palace, Kaunas Old Town Hall and Square and Kaunas St. Georg`s Church & Bernardine Monastery. The nearest airport is Kaunas Airport, 16 km from the accommodation.<br/>This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Managed by a private host <br/>Check-in from 15:00 to 23:30<br/>Check-out from 07:00 to 11:00
Castle Town Apartment
1.3 km from Zaliakalnis and Aleksotas Funiculars

Castle Town Apartment

24b Brastos gatvė, 47185, Kaunas, Lithuania
Childcare Service, Parking, Wifi + 1 others
Offering a garden and garden view, Castle Town Apartment is situated in Kaunas, 1.7 km from Kaunas Cathedral Basilica of apostles St. Peter and St. Paul and 1.7 km from Kaunas Historical Presidential Palace. The air-conditioned accommodation is 3.9 km from Kaunas Zalgiris Arena, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 2 km from Kaunas Castle.<br/><br/>The apartment comes with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with river views. This apartment also provides guests with a patio that doubles up as an outdoor dining area. At the apartment, there is a dressing room for guests to change in.<br/><br/>A children's playground is also available for guests at Castle Town Apartment.<br/><br/>Kaunas Old Town Hall and Square is 1.8 km from the accommodation, while Kaunas St. Georg`s Church & Bernardine Monastery is 1.8 km away. The nearest airport is Kaunas Airport, 16 km from Castle Town Apartment.<br/>This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Please inform Castle Town Apartment in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. Managed by a private host<br/>Check-in 15:00 - 00:00<br/>Check-out 00:00 - 11:00<br/>Key collection at the property. Key stored in the lock box.
G - Owl Jazz -Modern Loft Type Apartment 18 with Big Roof Terrace And Free Private Parking
1.4 km from Zaliakalnis and Aleksotas Funiculars

G - Owl Jazz -Modern Loft Type Apartment 18 with Big Roof Terrace And Free Private Parking

Žalioji gatvė 10-18, 44198, Kaunas, Lithuania
Parking, Sports, Wifi + 1 others
Located in Kaunas, 4 km from Kaunas Zalgiris Arena and less than 1 km from Kaunas Choral Synagogue, G - Owl Jazz -Modern loft type apartment 18 with big roof terrace and free private parking provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. With garden views, this accommodation offers a patio. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.2 km from Kaunas Castle.<br/><br/>The apartment with a terrace and river views features 1 bedroom, 2 living rooms, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area.<br/><br/>Popular points of interest near the apartment include Kaunas Cathedral Basilica of apostles St. Peter and St. Paul, Kaunas Historical Presidential Palace and Kaunas Old Town Hall and Square. The nearest airport is Kaunas Airport, 15 km from G - Owl Jazz -Modern loft type apartment 18 with big roof terrace and free private parking.<br/>Please note that an additional charge may apply for early check-in and early check-out.This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Managed by a private host <br/>Check-in from 15:00 to 00:00<br/>Check-out from 05:00 to 11:00
G - Owl Jazz - Cozy Style Interior Apartment Number 7 with Office Space And Free Private Parking
1.5 km from Zaliakalnis and Aleksotas Funiculars

G - Owl Jazz - Cozy Style Interior Apartment Number 7 with Office Space And Free Private Parking

Zalioji g.10-07 , 44198, Kaunas, Lithuania
Parking, Wifi, Laundry
Offering quiet street views, G - Owl Jazz - Cozy style interior apartment number 7 with office space and free private parking is an accommodation set in Kaunas, 1.4 km from Kaunas Christ's Resurrection Church and 1 km from Kaunas Choral Synagogue. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 3.9 km from Kaunas Zalgiris Arena.<br/><br/>The spacious apartment with a balcony and garden views has 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. At the apartment, there is a dressing room for guests to change in.<br/><br/>Popular points of interest near G - Owl Jazz - Cozy style interior apartment number 7 with office space and free private parking include Kaunas Castle, Kaunas Cathedral Basilica of apostles St. Peter and St. Paul and Kaunas Historical Presidential Palace. The nearest airport is Kaunas Airport, 15 km from the accommodation.<br/>This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Please inform G - Owl Jazz - Cozy style interior apartment number 7 with office space and free private parking in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to EUR 100 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy. Managed by a private host<br/>Check-in 15:00 - 00:00<br/>Key collection at the property: door code will be sent.
Kaunas City Hotel
1.5 km from Zaliakalnis and Aleksotas Funiculars

Kaunas City Hotel

Laisves Aleja 90, 44251 Kaunas, Lithuania
Restaurant, Laundry, Parking + 5 others
<h2>Location</h2><p>This hotel welcomes guests in Kaunas.</p><h2>Facilities</h2><p>The friendly staff at the reception desk are happy to answer any questions. Amenities include a baggage storage service and a safe. Wireless internet access in public areas allows guests to stay connected. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. A lift and wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. A number of shops, including a supermarket and souvenir shop, are great for shopping or just browsing. Additional facilities include a TV room. Parking spaces are available to guests travelling by car. Other services include a 24-hour security service, a car hire service, a transfer service, an alarm call service, a laundry service, a coin-operated laundry and a hotel shuttle bus. A bicycle hire service provides all the necessary equipment for exploring the surrounding area. A fax machine is available for guests' business needs.</p><h2>Rooms</h2><p>Rooms are equipped with air conditioning and central heating. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed or a queen-size bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A telephone, a TV and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer. Wheelchair-friendly rooms can be booked. The hotel has family rooms and non-smoking rooms.</p><h2>Sports/Entertainment</h2><p>The indoor and outdoor pools are ideal for exercise as well as relaxation. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hotel, including a gym and a sauna. Copyright GIATA 2004 - 2024. Multilingual, powered by www.giata.com for client no. 124971</p><h2>Meals</h2><p>There is a café on the premises. A continental breakfast guarantees a great start to the day. Staff are also happy to provide children's meals.</p><h2>Payment</h2><p>The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA and MasterCard.</p>
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