Can I give six stars?…read more First, this review is for Winterlake Lodge. It's hard to know where to begin. Other than Carl, and maybe his daughter and son-in-law (Ty), I'm not sure many of these chefs, guides, helicopter pilots, etc. will even be there next season, so the faces greeting you may be different. I expect however, that your general experiences will be the same as ours. First, let me describe Josh, our personal guide for our four days at the lodge. Our two girls (7 and 10) absolutely loved him! From day one when he took them in the trolling boat to go fishing on the lake, to walking on the upper Trimble Glacier by themselves, Josh was someone they trusted and loved from day one. Paula and Josh also got along great. But why shouldn't they -- both being accomplished musicians. Yes, this is Joshua Hryciak, the frontman of the group Mermaid Skeletons. When he pulled out his guitar on day three and gave us (really it was for our daughters) a private acoustic rendition of "In Search of the Pan Child" - itself a wondrous imaginative stroll through Kensington Gardens - it was truly breathtaking. What a gift. But I suspect that it was this diversity of backstory that made everything else about Josh (and how he could be so lovely with the four of us) make sense. He is deep and real and genuine and he just loves life. While we were at Winterlake Lodge, he brought to us that love for life, for the Lodge and for the surrounding area and its animal inhabitants. From the tundra, to the glacier, to the bogs, to canoeing on River Lake in search of the Beaver Dams, we saw and did so much and had so much fun. And this was the type of fun that will not be soon forgotten. But everyone at Winterlake Lodge seemed to be like Josh. The Chef, Jessie, was an accomplished gourmet chef - wow that food was amazing! But she was also a traveller, and a seeker of adventure and a soul in search of challenge and self growth. We didn't get to spend much time with her, but she was definitely one of our favorites. The two cherries on top of this wonderful experience were Alexis and Cammie. They simply spoiled our girls. Each night the girls arrived to find their stuffed animals arranged in a little vignette - from a tea party one night, to a poker game the next, to storytime one of the of the last. Each time we would arrive for bedtime, we would find a treat. Now, I understand that lots of folks like our girls, but this extra effort was really over the top. I could go on and on about the helicopter and its pilot Martin. I could go on and on about the fact that the wildlife is so close that black bears and their cubs can be seen wandering near the main lodge (be careful with that one - Momma's and their young and all that). I could go on and on about the scenery and the accommodations. But this is really a review of the staff. They were simply glorious and we could not have been more blessed to have had the opportunity to stay with them at Winterlake Lodge.

I feel bad because this is a family business but I reread my itinerary and it makes it sound like…read moreour days will be filled with adventure. The food is amazing and the staff are very nice. The helicopter trip to the glacier is cool but there is not a lot to do on campus. There was no massage, daily stretch classes or yoga (1day there was) like advertised on our itnerary. It did rain for 2 days and that's not their fault but there was no creative thinking when that happens. We all were in the lodge with only 1 fire set, out of 3 so we were all crammed in 1 room. There are bear and the trails on not kept up so really no where to walk In the area. Our guide was friendly but wasn't really around and didnt come to say goodbye to us. I think there is lots to do for the staff at the lodge. Again, its a beautiful place and my kids loved the dogs but considering the steep price of this trip, I was disappointed.

We enjoyed three nights in two different rooms here. The Susitna Suite is very spacious and has a…read morenice deck with a great view. The St Elias room was a bit smaller but very accomodating. Both had large showers with great water pressure. The beds were very comfortable. Monica was helpful with recommendations about the neighborhood, museums, restaurants, etc and we had an awesome meal at one of the places she sent us to - Ginger. She was kind enough to pack a breakfast to go for us on a day we had an early train departure to Seward. Thank you for making our stay wonderful Monica!

Our group of nine stayed in St. Elias, Katmai and Illiamna rooms. All the rooms were very…read morecomfortable. The only thing to note is that you can hear foot traffic from the common room in the lower floor rooms (Illiamna and St. Elias), which was only an issue in the morning around breakfast time. The common deck was a perfect place to start or end the day with views of the water. Breakfast was equally delicious with a spread of pastries, fruit, sausage, hash browns, etc. It's about a 10-15min walk to downtown Anchorage as well as the coastal trail. Steve and Monica are fantastic hosts! Would definitely stay here again when in town.

A cute B&B with a few rooms downstairs, the kitchen, sitting area and one bedroom plus the "Alaska…read moresuite" upstairs. There's a sign on the swinging door meant to notify guests that its the door to the Alaska Suite (I don't know if that actually deters anyone from using the bathroom that's right past the swinging doors). The kids bedroom and the master bedroom are on either side, both with combo locks. Not sure how "secure" this setup is, especially for ones that truly have little ones staying in that room. The beds were so soft and squeaky, none of us got a good nights rest. They did a good job with the decor in all the common areas, bedrooms and bathroom. The two dilapidated RVs in the back of the property were quite the eyesore though. 100% contactless check in and out. I received a code via email 15 minutes before check in at 3pm and instructions later on how to check out. My parents were stoked to find the help yourself well stocked fridge and pantry items for breakfast. They cooked themselves some soft boiled eggs in the early AM and were happy campers.

I had a room here. It was disgusting. It was filthy and there was nothing provided as stated on…read morewebsite. I tried to get a refund but they wouldn't do it. I t was over 300$. I felt unsafe and I'm pretty sure there are some health and fire safety violations.I took pictures and sent them to Expedia to no avail. The bed was squeaky, there were stains on the carpet and it was stinky. The refrigerator was full of rotten things. It was a basement room and the toilet was on a weird pedestal The owner was the nastiest business person I've ever talked to. Actually she sent me nasty texts after I called Expedia. DO NOT STAY HERE!

Hyatt House Anchorage is a solid property for a trip to Anchorage. While not located near the…read moredowntown area, it is not so far removed that it is an inconvenience to drive downtown to walk around and eat. With plenty of parking on-site it made it very convenient as a base of operations. The hotel was clean, the rooms were comfortable, and the shower temperature and pressure was perfect. The pull-out bed was super uncomfortable but the couch was great. It is not necessarily a quiet location as drivers speed down the road at stupid speeds but so far haven't found a hotel in Anchorage that can avoid that. The little restaurant is nice in a pinch. They have the standard fare that other Hyatt Houses with this menu has. I don't know why but I really enjoy it even knowing it arrives frozen and is stuck in a microwave. But I find that pizza to be oddly comforting and a tendency to put me in a calm mental state - but that's a me thing. I don't expect others to understand. It was a great hotel for the stay. Solid. Dependable.

To be completely honest, I wasn't thrilled when my husband booked Hyatt House for our Alaska trip,…read moreand our arrival didn't help. The complimentary airport shuttle driver drove in total silence and ignored my greeting--a head nod or a quick recommendation about Anchorage would have gone a long way for a first impression. However, the second we walked into the lobby, the rest of the hotel staff completely changed our minds. ​The front desk team was incredible, allowing us to check in early and placing us on a high floor with a fantastic view that thrilled our kids. Throughout our stay, I was amazed by how hard this entire team works. Staff members were constantly cleaning, warmly greeting guests in the hallways, and accommodating every request with a smile. The breakfast crew in particular deserves major props: even when understaffed and facing impatient, demanding crowds, they handled the morning rush with grace, kindness, and patience. ​The setup is ideal for families--spacious rooms, immaculate cleanliness, and a central location that's just a quick drive to both the airport and downtown Anchorage. By the end of our stay, the genuine warmth of the staff made it hard to say goodbye. ​Pro Tip: Take advantage of their prime location for easy downtown access, and be sure to pack a little extra patience and kindness for the hardworking breakfast team in the mornings!

Super convenient location! In the middle of everything. The people that work here are amazing! The…read morebest service. Walk out the door and it's held for you. Come around a corner and they are smiling. Just a terrific vibe. Would visit again just for the friendliness and warmth that all of the employees provided. Stayed here one night as part of the land portion of a cruise. It is a tad dated, but super well maintained. Lots of terrific art throughout. Also, several restaurants and shops scattered about. Room was nice and had all that you needed. There was a mini fridge, toiletries, iron, etc. Check pics. Very comfy bed. Really a one stop shop place with everything it has to offer. Very walkable in town as well. Would visit here again.

I booked this hotel because of the history and the convenience. Upon arrival the front desk was…read morevery friendly and efficient. As I walked through the lobby and in the elevators I was taken aback by how outdated this place was. This was especially apparent in the elevator with the gaudy faux gold hand rails and the smelly outdated carpet. It felt 1980's for sure! The room was average at best. I did have lunch and dinner at their restaurants and was very disappointed except for one (I will drop reviews on those restaurants). I love the history. But it's not enough for me to pay top dollar for an average hotel room. I will not be coming back.

A well run breakfast spot sure to fit the hungriest of appetites! Made to order omelets, pancakes,…read moreand french toast are delicious and fresh! Lots of fresh fruit, oatmeal, yogurt, dry cereal and biscuits and gravy as well. I've never seen so many people eating a complementary breakfast anywhere!

We are not done with our stay, but have to give a shoutout to the breakfast staff who managed the…read moreswarm of tourists this morning. Theirs is not an easy job and we truly appreciate their hustle and calm demeanor. We hope the other tourists are letting them know they are appreciated. I had made to order breakfast and it was well made & plated. Hit the spot! We arrived after midnight and all went well. This is no typical Embassy suites. The decor is roomy and compliments Alaska.

Great place to stay when in Anchorage. A nice walk to downtown so you don't have to worry about…read moredriving everywhere. Larry and Alan are great hosts with a great sense of humor and are very helpful in pointing out both tourist places but also local restaurants and other places locals like to go. They turned us on to a couple good restaurants and more. There's also a grocery store across the street if you want snacks or other goodies. I'd recommend this 100% - priced fairly, clean, comfortable beds, TVs, WiFi and more.

I am soooo glad I found this place! The setting is charming, and the owners, Larry and Allen are…read moreinformative and helpful hosts. My "room" was really a small apartment of 3 rooms: bedroom, living room, and small bathroom. All had nice furnishings that fit the time period of the house. Breakfast consisted of hard-boiled eggs, a variety of meats and cheeses, yogurt, and granola. It was filling and a good healthy start to a day of walking. There is a grocery store on the next block, and a bakery two blocks away. The B&B is on I & 13th, which is walkable to just about anything downtown. And you pass by Star the Reindeer on the way!

I stayed at Lake Hood Inn in 2014 for 90 days and then again in 2016 for a couple of days. This is…read moreone of the best BNBs to stay at in Anchorage. location is great the Lodge is fantastic. I highly recommend it.

First this is NOT a Bed & Breakfast -- B&Bs serve a hot breakfast, not a continental breakfast…read morethat's nothing more than fruit, bagels, and yogurt. Yes, there's breakfast but it's nothing special and it is not a sit-down hot breakfast. The location is awful. Yes, it's close to the airport so if you need to be close to the airport that's a good thing I guess. But there's nothing other than a gas station and a couple of chain restaurants (McDonalds, etc.) within walking distance. And because it's right on Lake Hood the seaplanes are taking off and landing throughout the day which is VERY loud. If you're hoping for a mid-day nap be sure to bring earplugs. The entire hotel is decorated in a plane/flying theme - it was way over the top in my opinion but I guess that appeals to some people. The rooms are very dated (think early 90s) but clean and comfortable. The prices are really high, it was more expensive than the awesome B&B we stayed in just a few days prior (Wildflower Inn near downtown Anchorage, do yourself a favor and book there), and it didn't even have a full breakfast. The woman (owner?) who checked us in was nice but a bit disorganized. Overall I would not recommend this hotel, there's places that offer much plusher rooms and amazing breakfasts for less cost.

Rooms old , no coffee at coffe pot, shampoo dispenser empty, closet door broken and heater didn't…read morework. Bathroom downstairs plugged up and dirty for over an hr. Not worth the money we paid for our room.

Busy hotel between cruise passengers and flight crews this place packed them in... it was so busy…read morethat my room wasn't ready till 3pm (4pm normal check in), and I was unable to get a late check out :( Hotel is located to many restaurants close by (check out F street restaurant for an AMAZING Halibut sandwich less than 3 minutes walk). Front desk staff was adequate considering the amount of people they push in and out of this hotel daily. You can leave your baggage with the staff and walk the area to check out downtown