Hotels in Seward, Alaska

Hotels in Seward, Alaska
Seward, Alaska, at the most northern point of the United States, is on the Kenai Peninsula at the head of Resurrection Bay. Visitors not only find beautiful snow-capped mountains to enjoy, but many opportunities for outdoor activities. Sailing, sport fishing, hiking and summer dog sled rides are just a few of the things guests can enjoy. Alaska also is well-known for its cross-country skiing and winter sports. Classic and historical accommodations are available for visitors exploring this picturesque town.

Hotel Seward

Located in the downtown historical district, the family-owned Hotel Seward offers its guests a warm, comfortable place to rest after a long day outdoors. Each room has Simmons Pillow Top beds, a fireplace and a breathtaking view of Resurrection Bay. Complimentary wireless Internet service is available, and business travelers can access a newly renovated conference room. Guests can enjoy fishing or a full or half-day cruise to local Kenai Fjords National Park to enjoy wildlife such as eagles and otters. The Hotel Seward is a short walk from the Alaska Sealife Center as well as biking trails and restaurants.

Hotel Seward
221 Fifth Ave.
Seward, AK 99664
(907) 224-2378
hotelsewardalaska.com

Van Gilder Hotel

Van Gilder Hotel, built in 1916, is listed on the National Register of Historical Places. Boasting an antique motif with period-style beds and decorations, the Victorian-style hotel is in the downtown historic district but offers modern amenities. Every room has a private bath, cable television and complimentary wireless Internet service. Some rooms offer a view of Resurrection Bay and mountains in the backdrop. The hotel is two blocks from the Alaska Sealife Center and Seward Museum, and guests can easily walk to other attractions. Outdoor activities include kayaking and snow tubing.

Van Gilder Hotel
308 Adams St.
Seward, AK 99664
(907) 224-3079
vangilderhotel.com

Holiday Inn Express

The 82-room Holiday Inn Express is downtown, sitting along the harbor. The spacious rooms offer a view of the water and mountains, some with balconies. The hotel offers an indoor pool and whirlpool, as well as high-speed Internet access throughout the hotel. All guests can eat a complimentary buffet breakfast at the breakfast bar, and seafood and steak restaurants are near the hotel. Business travelers will find a meeting room with more than 800 square feet, as well as fax and copy services. Guests can watch whales, hike on a glacier or sight see. Holiday Inn Express is about one mile from Seward Regional Airport and one-fourth mile from the Alaska Railroad Seward Depot.

Holiday Inn Express Seward Harbor
1412 Fourth Ave.
Seward, AK 99664
(888) 897-0088
ichotelsgroup.com

Article Written By Victoria Michaels

Victoria Michaels graduated from Purdue University with a bachelor's degree in professional writing accompanied by a certificate in interactive Web writing. Michaels began her writing career behind the scenes writing as a grant consultant as well as creating technical user manuals for small companies. She writes for various online magazines and websites.

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