Anchorage has a variety of lodging options within the city limits, from hotels, to B&Bs, to campgrounds. It also serves as the launching point to reach nearby remote wilderness lodges, just a short float-plane ride away. Here's the breakdown of all available places to stay in the Anchorage area.
Anchorage’s tallest hotel is the best place to appreciate the gorgeous views of city and mountains – you may even see Denali on a clear day. You’ll also be within walking distance of the train depot and coastal trail, as well as the city’s terrific shops and restaurants.
This hotel features the ambience of a remote hunting lodge. Plus, you’ll be located right on Lake Hood, the busiest floatplane base in the world, with plenty of opportunity to watch the bustle of planes.
One- and two-bedroom suites (that can sleep up to 7 people) make this centrally located hotel a great choice for families. Plus, you’ll find made-to-order breakfasts, along with the option of taking them to go, if you have early morning activities. Book a mountain view room for a breathtaking view of the surrounding Chugach Mountains.
Discover cozy cabins, great food, and big Alaskan adventures at this intimate lodge that sits on the edge of the wilderness yet is super-accessible from Anchorage. It lies tucked in at the back of the Knik River Valley and at the end of Knik River Road, where Alaska’s real wilderness opens up, with mountain and river views — but without a flight or long drive. It’s the perfect place to escape for a few days, with lots of activities available from
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Anchorage’s luxurious grande dame hotel is considered by some to be the finest hotel in Alaska. The 20-story, 546-room hotel offers amazing views of the Chugach Mountains and even Denali. You’ll also find first-class restaurants and great amenities.
This upscale Marriott comes with some great views of mountains, inlet, and city skyline. Take it in, or get up close by walking the nearby Tony Knowles Coastal Trail or Delaney Park strip. You’ll also be within walking distance of Anchorage’s restaurants and shops.
See website for other Princess properties open in 2021. Views abound at this unique downtown hotel, and each of the 200 oversized rooms has a balcony to look out at the Chugach Mountains and Inlet. Or just wander through the property and appreciate the Alaskan art and photographs.
Season: May - September
$685+ fly-in fishing day trip, $1,386+ overnight all-inclusive1 - 6+ Nights
Exploring Alaska’s backcountry lakes, forests and rivers is a phenomenal experience. Wilderness Place Lodge — tucked away on a remote river northwest of Anchorage — offers excellent access to nearly any freshwater fish you came to Alaska for, along with a unique eco-travel experience that comes with a high level of service, a variety of non-fishing activities and the mellow freedom to create an Alaskan experience that suits your own taste.
This luxury resort, 40 miles from Anchorage in the town of Girdwood, is surrounded by seven glaciers. The spectacular scenery is popular in summer as well as winter, when you’ll find a full-on ski resort. It’s a romantic option that’s equally great for families.
Season: Year Round
$650 full day fishing, $1430+ all-inclusive multi-day packages8 hrs - Multi-Days
The Northwoods Lodge is a remote lodge where visitors can find themselves in a 45 minute flight from Anchorage. The lodge specializes in guided fishing, and guests can enjoy 8 to 10 hours of fishing a day if they choose. Guides help you spin or fly fish for trophy king salmon, silver and sockeye salmon, or resident rainbow trout, arctic grayling and northern pike
In a city filled with relatively new buildings, most built well into the 20th century, the Historic Anchorage Hotel stands out for being different — it’s charmingly old. And while the 26-room, Queen-Anne-style hotel in downtown Anchorage is a thriving reminder of the city’s frontier past, it continues to charm guests with its high level of service and all the comforts of a 21st-century boutique hotel.
This 90-room, downtown hotel is within walking distance of the Anchorage Museum, Egan Convention Center, the downtown Saturday/Sunday markets and lots of shopping and restaurants. Rooms have views of Mount Susitna, Cook Inlet or the Ship Creek Valley. Perks include free breakfast, free parking, gym, free Internet and free shuttles to/from the airport and railroad stations. Be sure to check out the on-site Slippery Salmon Bar & Grill,…
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15 stories of unobstructed views….This is IT. Just blocks from downtown Anchorage, the Inlet Tower Hotel and Suites is your doorway to downtown. Our iconic high rise property features breathtaking views of the Chugach Range, Cook Inlet, and Anchorage.
You know you’re in Alaska when you can watch anglers catch salmon just behind your hotel. This property, within walking distance of the railroad depot and trails for strolling, as well a heated indoor pool and exercise room.
Set in the heart of downtown, this affordable home base puts you within walking distance of the city’s attractions for a great price. Return to the hotel restaurant for Southern-inspired food and live music on the weekends.
Climbing 16 stories, the full-service Sheraton Anchorage Hotel & Spa combines 370 comfortable rooms with tons of amenities, right in downtown Anchorage. Step into the light-filled lobby atrium to find artwork and a unique jade staircase. You have access to the 24-hour fitness center located on the 15th floor. The fitness center was even included on the list of Top Ten Gym Views featured on CNN. Finally, to unwind from it all, visit the
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Just on the edge of downtown, this hotel is a popular choice for families and business travelers who like the big rooms, amenities, and affordable prices that Clarion Suites is known for. It’s a great deal, with free parking and shuttles, hot breakfast, and a swimming pool all included. And even though it’s part of a chain, there’s a decidedly Alaskan feel, with photos of Native village life and Alaskan art. Three-stories tall, the Clarion…
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This year-round private lodge sits on an eleven acre 1901 historic gold mining claim, backed up against the Chugach State Park, and has sweeping views of Turnagain Arm and the mountains beyond. The view makes the lodge seem very remote, like you have ventured into the wilderness, yet it is a convenient 30-minute drive south from the Anchorage International Airport. The three-story lodge has three guest rooms, one on each level, to accommodate up
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With a lobby designed to resemble a lodge, and staffers who have been here since its opening in 1999, this hotel feels very local despite being part of the national chain.
Value and convenience are the hallmarks at this midtown hotel. It’s also a welcome stop for families, as kids stay for free and pets are welcome.
You’ll find 24-hour service and anything you need to feel at home at this newly redesigned 148-suite hotel in midtown Anchorage. Here, you’ll be close to both the airport and downtown, as well as the locals’ favorite ski slopes at Hilltop (which offers year-long recreational options). Also enjoy an indoor pool and whirlpool, plus an exercise room.
This locally owned boutique hotel features spacious rooms and a south Anchorage location near a large shopping mall and restaurants. You’ll also be in a great location if you’re headed toward Girdwood, Seward, or other points south.
Anchorage’s newest hotel is located in the midtown area and offers some great amenities. You’ll find an outdoor fire pit and a family-friendly gallery, perfect for relaxing and getting to know fellow guests. Plus, half of the rooms have living areas and full kitchens.
Currently closed. The Voyager Inn in the heart of downtown Anchorage offers guests a sense of history with an updated look. Renovated rooms and suites include luxurious bedding and linens, stylish seating, plush carpeting, designer bathrooms and kitchenettes with new granite countertops.
You’ll find this hotel stocked with amenities like a concierge service, an on-site restaurant with room service, and a full-service bar. Stay on the upper floors for some great mountain views.
Midtown Anchorage is located between the Airport and Downtown Anchorage, therefore this hotel gives you convenient access to both. The studio suites are fully equipped with a refrigerator, coffee maker, and microwave. During your down time, enjoy the indoor pool and fitness center.
This all-suite, extended-stay hotel offers space and amenities that make it great for famillies. There’s even a grocery-shopping service available to stock your fridge. And from Monday-Thursday you’ll find an evening reception offering light dinner and free beer and wine.
Local charm imbues this location of the national chain, starting with the lobby’s very Alaskan feel. Some rooms offer gorgeous views of the Chugach Mountains, and the restaurant features a chef with an award-winning chili.
With a check-out time of 1pm and accommodations for late-night check-ins, this hotel offers comfort and flexibility. Plus, you’ll be located just minutes from the airport.
With one of the best rates and a central downtown location, the GuestHouse Anchorage Inn is a great option for travelers on a budget. But here, affordable doesn’t mean cheap. In addition to a prime downtown location (the hotel is within walking distance of restaurants, museums, and shopping), you’ll find free airport and railroad shuttles, a fitness center, ample free parking, and flat-screen televisions in many rooms. Our staff is…
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This comfortable 128-room hotel close to the airport is a solid choice for those arriving to or departing from Anchorage. Plus, you’ll be close to Lake Hood, the world’s largest floatplane base.
This 148-room hotel offers the convenience of staying near the airport and more. The recently redesigned lobby offers coffee, media pods, and a cocktail bar so you can relax and recharge. There is also an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner called The Bistro. You’re also only a few minutes away from great hiking and biking trails so getting outdoors is easy.
This Springhill Suites sits at the edge of University Lake, surrounded by forest and the Chugach Mountains in the distance. It is easy to forget you are in the city at all. The hotel itself has a style that is both modern and earthy, and the rooms are almost 25 percent larger than the average hotel room. From your hotel, explore Anchorage’s miles of paved walking and biking paths. There is complimentary shuttle service to nearby hospitals and
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This comfortable budget hotel offers four levels of rooms, from basic singles to large suites perfect for families. With all, you’ll get a personal and local experience – plus you’ll be located just a short walk to Lake Hood, home to the world’s largest floatplane base.
Whether you’re bookending your cruise with a few nights in Anchorage, or making the city your launching pad for adventures in the Kenai Peninsula and beyond, this mostly-suites hotel offers reliability, convenience and an easy walk to one of the most charming parts of the city. Free 24-hour shuttle to and from the airport or the train station.
Spacious suites in this hotel, located between the airport and downtown, make it a great choice for families as well as those planning an extended stay.
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This 3‑room inn provides easy access to city excursions as well as a great springboard for any Alaskan adventure. The Arts & Crafts-style guest house, with a spacious second-story living room, offers panoramic views of downtown Anchorage, nearby mountains and Cook Inlet. You can walk to any number of restaurants, shops and museums, or look for wildlife along the city’s Coastal Trail.
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Season: Year Round
$650 full day fishing, $1430+ all-inclusive multi-day packages8 hrs - Multi-Days
The Northwoods Lodge is a remote lodge where visitors can find themselves in a 45 minute flight from Anchorage. The lodge specializes in guided fishing, and guests can enjoy 8 to 10 hours of fishing a day if they choose. Guides help you spin or fly fish for trophy king salmon, silver and sockeye salmon, or resident rainbow trout, arctic grayling and northern pike
Season: May - September
$685+ fly-in fishing day trip, $1,386+ overnight all-inclusive1 - 6+ Nights
Exploring Alaska’s backcountry lakes, forests and rivers is a phenomenal experience. Wilderness Place Lodge — tucked away on a remote river northwest of Anchorage — offers excellent access to nearly any freshwater fish you came to Alaska for, along with a unique eco-travel experience that comes with a high level of service, a variety of non-fishing activities and the mellow freedom to create an Alaskan experience that suits your own taste.
Season: Jun 01 to Sep 18 $990 Day Trip | $1203+ all-inclusive packagesDay trip & multi-day excursions
Brooks Lodge offers their own bear viewing tours which are less expensive than most, and give you more time at Katmai National Park to watch bears feasting on sockeye salmon from several viewing platforms. A commercial flight from Anchorage takes you to King Salmon where you’ll switch to a small float plane for a quick 20-minute flight to Brooks Camp. After a brief safety orientation, you can watch bears from several viewing platforms, join the
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Season: Jun 01 to Sep 18 $990 Day Trip | $1203+ all-inclusive packagesDay trip & multi-day excursions
Brooks Lodge offers their own bear viewing tours which are less expensive than most, and give you more time at Katmai National Park to watch bears feasting on sockeye salmon from several viewing platforms. A commercial flight from Anchorage takes you to King Salmon where you’ll switch to a small float plane for a quick 20-minute flight to Brooks Camp. After a brief safety orientation, you can watch bears from several viewing platforms, join the
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Season: May 24 to Aug 22 $6395 to $6595 (+ internal air)5 Days / 4 Nights
In the best way possible. you’re outnumbered by bears during your stay at this private fly-in wilderness camp. Fly by chartered plane from Homer to Alaska Bear Camp on a 4‑night, 5‑day all-inclusive package. This deluxe backcountry camp accommodates just 14 guests in some of the best bear habitat in the world. In contrast to day trips catering to dozens of visitors at a time, Bear Camp offers a rare and exclusive wilderness immersion.
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Season: Year Round
$650 full day fishing, $1430+ all-inclusive multi-day packages8 hrs - Multi-Days
The Northwoods Lodge is a remote lodge where visitors can find themselves in a 45 minute flight from Anchorage. The lodge specializes in guided fishing, and guests can enjoy 8 to 10 hours of fishing a day if they choose. Guides help you spin or fly fish for trophy king salmon, silver and sockeye salmon, or resident rainbow trout, arctic grayling and northern pike
Season: May - September
$685+ fly-in fishing day trip, $1,386+ overnight all-inclusive1 - 6+ Nights
Exploring Alaska’s backcountry lakes, forests and rivers is a phenomenal experience. Wilderness Place Lodge — tucked away on a remote river northwest of Anchorage — offers excellent access to nearly any freshwater fish you came to Alaska for, along with a unique eco-travel experience that comes with a high level of service, a variety of non-fishing activities and the mellow freedom to create an Alaskan experience that suits your own taste.
Experience the best of remote Alaska with a stay at this rustic, fly-in lodge located south of Denali National Park, with endless activities.
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Discover cozy cabins, great food, and big Alaskan adventures at this intimate lodge that sits on the edge of the wilderness yet is super-accessible from Anchorage. It lies tucked in at the back of the Knik River Valley and at the end of Knik River Road, where Alaska’s real wilderness opens up, with mountain and river views — but without a flight or long drive. It’s the perfect place to escape for a few days, with lots of activities available from
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Season: Jun 01 to Nov 30 $850 per night, 3 night minimum, sleeps 8
Stay at Bob’s (founder of Alaska.org) family cabin in Girdwood — a charming town that’s home to Alaska’s famous ski resort, just a 45-minute drive south of Anchorage. The cabin includes a private deck, hot tub, fast WiFI and is perfectly located at the base of the ski resort, Alyeska. It’s just a few minutes’ walk to Girdwood’s best shops and restaurants, yet set apart from the bustle.
Discover cozy cabins, great food, and big Alaskan adventures at this intimate lodge that sits on the edge of the wilderness yet is super-accessible from Anchorage. It lies tucked in at the back of the Knik River Valley and at the end of Knik River Road, where Alaska’s real wilderness opens up, with mountain and river views — but without a flight or long drive. It’s the perfect place to escape for a few days, with lots of activities available from
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Season: Year Round
Summer $700+ | Winter $300+2+ Nights
Immerse yourself in the Alaskan lifestyle by renting this sophisticated home with magnificent views in the foothills of Chugach State Park, just a 25-minute drive from Anchorage.
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A step up from camping, public use cabins are available to rent through the State Park or the Department of Natural Resources. Guests bring their own sleeping bags, pads, and other camping provisions. These are located in the wilderness surrounding Anchorage.
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There’s nothing quite like camping in the woods with the family when you’re a kid. The crackling campfire and gooey s’mores. Biking around the campground loop. Running through the forest and gathering wood. Catching (and landing) that first fish. Here we offer details for nine great public family campgrounds within a 90-minute drive from Anchorage.
When you stay at the Anchorage Ship Creek RV Park, you’re just a few blocks from the heart of downtown Anchorage, but you also get to hang out right where the locals fish. The famed Ship Creek offers plenty of action for anglers, birders and spectators.
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