Lodging Options in Southeast Alaska
(Near Gustavus & Glacier Bay National Park)

If you are planning a trip to Gustavus and Glacier Bay, Alaska, you'll likely find yourself in Alaska's beautiful capital city, Juneau, first.  (the exception would be if you are arriving by your own boat, which most visitors are not lucky enough to be able to do.)

It's also true that all Alaskan destination airlines use Juneau as a central hub for most Southeast Alaskan flights- and the major ferry's and cruiselines also use the lovely capital as a landing port, along with other Southeast Alaskan destinations including Sitka, Pelican, Haines, Skagway, Ketchikan, and others.

This page lists some lodging options available to you for planning your Alaskan vacation- before you get to Gustavus, (or any of the other popular tourism and travel destinations listed on this page) - and on your way back home.

Southeast Alaska is a spectacular place. After visiting Gustavus and Glacier Bay, you'll most likely be under the magical spell Alaska puts on you, and want to see more of it!

Juneau

The vast majority of visitors to Glacier Bay and Gustavus arrive after having first stayed in Alaska's Capital city of Juneau for a night or two... Here's a list of lodging accomodations in Juneau to consider when planning your trip to Southeast Alaska.

Westmark Baranof

Downtown Juneau, Alaska
Average nightly rate- $76 (US dollars)
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Built to rival the most lavish hotels of its day, the historic Westmark Baranof, serves as a second home for legislators and corporate travelers doing business in Juneau.

Located downtown within walking distance of the capital, cruise ship docks, shops and state offices, the nine-story "Jewel of Juneau" offers guests elegant, art-deco public areas and comfortable accommodations. Learn more

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Juneau Airport Travelodge Hotel

Egan drive & Glacier Highway- Juneau, Alaska
Average nightly rate- $87 (US dollars)
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Visitors to Alaska will find this hotel conveniently located across from the Juneau International Airport, near the Mendenhall Glacier and the Alaska Marine Highway Ferry Terminal, while still being just a short dirve away from downtown Juneau.

A restaurant, sports bar and family salon are on site, and banquet and meeting space is available. Learn more

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Prospector Hotel

Gold Creek- Juneau, Alaska
Average nightly rate- $99 (US dollars)
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The Prospector is located less and 1/4 mile from Gold Creek, and about the same distance from the Starflower Astrology building. It features several business services, restaurants, and a heated indoor pool, among others. Learn more

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Extended Stay Deluxe Juneau

Shell Simmons Drive- Juneau, Alaska
Average nightly rate- $99 (US dollars)
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Located less than 1/4 mile away from the Mendenhall Golf Course, and less than 1 mile from the Mendenhall Mall, this hotel has an indoor pool and is pet friendly. Its many features make it perfect for travelers spending more than a day in Juneau. Learn more

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Super 8 Motel- Juneau

Trout Street- Juneau, Alaska
Average nightly rate- $100 (US dollars)
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This well known motel chain is always worth your consideration... Features in Juneau include a large freezer (for all the fish you're going to catch in the area!), barbeque grills, complimentary transportation to and from the airport, internet access, and a complimentary breakfast, among others. Learn more

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Pelican

Another short charter plane or boat ride away from Gustavus and Glacier Bay, is Pelican, Alaska- one of the last secluded and authentic boardwalk fishing villages left in Alaska. Built into the side of fjord-like Lisianski Inlet on a wooden boardwalk which stretches out over the salt water on pilings... there are no cars, no airport, no cruise ships... just great fishing, gorgeous views and real Alaskans!

Highliner Lodge (& Fishing Charters)

Box 707- Pelican, Alaska 99832
Phone: (877) 386-0397 (Toll Free)
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The Highliner Lodge is located far from cruise ships and airports, where "Closest to the Fish" is not just a slogan. We have the best king salmon catch rates and largest halibut in all of Alaska! (backed by Alaska Dept. Fish & Game statistics.)

All-inclusive, fine dining, peerless care for your catch, 30' fast boats, 4 guests per boat, average 8-20 guests at one time, stunning beauty, uncrowded fishing grounds... "Highliner" simply means: He who catches the most fish!

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Note: This lodge and Charter service is located in Pelican, Alaska, just a few hours by boat from Gustavus.

Haines & Skagway

Just a short charter plane ride away from Gustavus and Glacier Bay, Haines and Scagway are 2 "sister" towns worth discovering and surely on the favorites list of Southeast Alaskan destinations. Here's a list of lodging accomodations for both towns to consider when planning your trip to Southeast Alaska.

Westmark Inn Skagway (Skagway)

1.7 miles from Skagway, Alaska
Room rates run from $110-126 (US dollars)/ night.
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Our hotel is less than 2 miles from downtown historic Skagway, Alaska, and only one block from the Klondike Gold Rush National Park, and 3 miles from the Georgia Golf Hall of fame.

Hotel features include a restaurant, bar, and lounge area, cable TV and wireless highspeed internet, kitchenettes, and more. Learn more

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Halsingland Hotel (Haines)

Fort Seward Drive- Haines, Alaska
Room rates run around $120 (US dollars)/ night.
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Haines only full service hotel featuring 60 rooms. Located in historic Fort Seward, Alaska, our Victorian structures were originally built to accomodate commanding officers and are now a National historic landmark.

Most rooms offer private baths among many amenities, and some even come with the original Belgian tile fireplaces. (For our guests safety, the hotel offers a modern fire sprinkler system.) Area attractions include historic Fort Seward, Glacier Bay National Park, the largest contiguous icefield In North America, and lots of bears, moose, whales and world class sport fishing. Learn more

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Sitka

Just a short charter plane ride away from Gustavus and Glacier Bay, Sitka is another favorite among Southeast Alaskan destinations. Rich in history, Sitka owes much of its fascinating heritage to both Czarist Russia and native Tlingit Indian cultures... Here's a list of lodging accomodations in Sitka to consider when planning your trip to Southeast Alaska.

Westmark Sitka

Downtown Sitka, Alaska
Average nightly rate- $129 (US dollars)
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Guests will be pleasantly surprised to find this hotel within short walking distance of St. Michael's, the Russian Orthodox Church, the Sheet'ka Kwaan Naa Kahidi Community House, the picturesque boat harbor, great fishing, shopping, and Sitka National Historic Park - "Totem Park."

The hotel is also located near the Alaska Raptor Rehabilitation Center. Accommodations are comfortable and roomy. Learn more

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Super 8 Motel Sitka

Sawmill Creek Road- Sitka, Alaska
Room rates run from $79-129 (US dollars)/ night.
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Our award winning motel rests in the heart of North America's only temperate rainforest, the Tongass. We are located withing walking distance of all shopping, restaurants, and Marinas. All rooms have wireless internet, refrigerators, safes, and much more. Learn more

Our front desk also specializes in helping you plan a great local Salmon fishing experience. Ask us about it! Learn more

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Shee Atika Totem Square Inn

1.4 miles from downtown Sitka, Alaska
Room rates run from $94-99 (US dollars)/ night.
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Built in 1989 and remodeled in 2006, our hotel features include complimentary Airport Shuttle service, cable TV and wireless high-speed internet access in every guest room, and a Continental breakfast. There's also a guest business center and more.

We know the local area well and can recommend places to eat, shop, and explore... When you stay with us, you're only steps away from World-class fishing and water sports, many charming shops, and a rich Alaskan history.

(We are across the street from many of Sitka's favorite places, including the Sheetka Kwaan Naa-kahidi Community House, Alaska Pioneers home & historic Pioneer Bar, a highlight of Sitka nightlife. A short walk away and you find the Cruise Ship Lightering Dock and several more historical sites Including St. Michaels Cathedral and Sheetka Kiksadi Tlingits Sacred Herring Rock.) Learn more

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Ketchikan

Perhaps the most well known of Southeast Alaskan destinations beyond Juneau, Ketchikan deserves your attention to map out on your next vacation. Chock full o' classic Alaskan history, it's just a short charter plane ride away from Gustavus and Glacier Bay... Here's a short list of lodging accomodations in Ketchikan to consider when planning your trip to Southeast Alaska.

The Narrows Inn

Waterfront & Marina- Ketchikan, Alaska
Average nightly rate- $109 (US dollars)
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Located on the Tongass Narrows waterway, just 3 minutes north of the airport ferry terminal and 15 minutes from downtown Ketchikan. 47 beautifully appointed rooms have views of the magnificent Tongass Narrows. Fishing and floatplane charters leave from the marina, hiking is available on nearby trails at Ward Lake and up Deer Mountain. Our staff can help advise guests on bear watching and other trips.

Property amenities include a restaurant in the hotel and a bar/lounge on premises as well as a marina on site. We also provide complimentary airport transportation, room service, internet, and various business services. Learn more

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Cape Fox Lodge

2 miles from Ketchikan airport- Ketchikan, Alaska
Average nightly rate- $99 (US dollars)
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The Cape Fox Lodge is a first-class hotel located within the heart of the Tongass National Forest. Situated on a hill, overlooking the city, the hotel has an interior décor reminiscent of a ski lodge with a river rock fireplace, pine-beamed ceilings and overstuffed furniture. A popular method of reaching this hotel is via a scenic tram ride that the lodge with the downtown area, 130 feet below.

Just minutes from dining, shopping and recreational areas, the hotel has 72 spacious guestrooms that possess the feel of a north woods cabin. All offer scenic views of a nearby mountain or the waterfront city of Ketchikan below. An onsite restaurant offers outstanding Alaskan seafood and seasonal specialties. Learn more

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The Gilmore Hotel

5.8 miles from Ketchikan, Alaska
Average nightly rate- $80 (US dollars)
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The Gilmore Hotel is located directly across from the cruise ship docks in downtown Ketchikan, Alaska. Built in 1927, this boutique property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and overlooks the Tongass Narrows. Amenities at the Gilmore Hotel include complimentary continental breakfasts and van transportation. The hotel also showcases an on-site restaurant- Annabelle's Famous Keg and Chowder House.

Standard guestrooms feature contemporary mahogany furniture and flat-screen televisions in a space with vintage window treatments and classic interior detail. Completely renovated in 2002, this boutique hotel features luxury rooms with feather beds, down comforters and 440-thread count Egyptian cotton sheets.

Expert Tip. A stroll down historic Creek Street gives visitors a look into Ketchikan's risqué past, when Dolly's House, the city's infamous brothel, was in operation during the days when Creek Street was a red light district. Learn more

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Lodging in Gustavus and Glacier Bay, Alaska

Given that this page is part of Gustavus.com, a website focusing on Gustavus and Glacier Bay National Park located in Southeast Alaska, the lodging choices found here are all located in the Southeast portion of the state of Alaska, (commonly referred to as just "Southeast").

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