Anchorage, AK

Travel Guide

Anchorage which includes a sandy beach and a sunset
Anchorage featuring a sunset, mountains and general coastal views
Anchorage featuring street scenes
Tony Knowles Coastal Trail featuring forest scenes
Anchorage which includes interior views

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Where to stay in Anchorage

Anchorage showing marine life and a river or creek

Downtown Anchorage

3.5/5(1,370 area reviews)

This central business district boasts some of Alaska's tallest buildings, such as the ConocoPhillips and Atwood Buildings, and offers cultural points of interest, shopping, dining, and nightlife attractions.

Downtown Anchorage
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Midtown Anchorage

4/5(784 area reviews)

Midtown Anchorage is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Z.J. Loussac Library - Main Branch and Wells Fargo Alaska Heritage Library and Museum while in the area.

Midtown Anchorage
Chugach State Park featuring a river or creek

Hillside

While visiting Hillside, you might make a stop by sights like Alaska Zoo and Anchorage Golf Course.

Hillside
Virgin Creek Falls in Girdwood. Such an easy short hike in the rainforest to one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever seen. Fall colors in full display.
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#Adventure #Girdwood #VirginCreekfalls

Alyeska

While visiting Alyeska, you might make a stop by sights like Girdwood Town Square and Alyeska Ski Resort.

Alyeska
Apparently the busiest seaplane base in the world ... pretty quiet the day I was there though

Taku - Campbell

If you're spending some time in Taku - Campbell, Dimond Center and Campbell Creek Greenbelt Park are top sights worth seeing.

Taku - Campbell
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Spenard

3.5/5(1,106 area reviews)

Bohemian lifestyle and artistic flair thrive in this Alaskan neighborhood, with easy access to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport. Enjoy the lively bar scene and convenient public transportation via the People Mover's frequent network.

Spenard
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
2 out of 5
4400 Spenard Rd, Anchorage, AK
The price is AED 327 per night from Apr 22 to Apr 23
AED 327
AED 366 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Anchorage. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,672 reviews)
"We arrived at 10PM"

Reviewed on 20 April 2025

Puffin Inn of Anchorage
Alyeska Resort
Alyeska Resort
4 out of 5
1000 Arlberg Ave, Girdwood, AK
The price is AED 840 per night from Apr 23 to Apr 24
AED 840
AED 1,032 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Girdwood. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Great fun feeling"

Reviewed on 20 April 2025

Alyeska Resort
Westmark Anchorage Hotel
Westmark Anchorage Hotel
3 out of 5
720 West 5th Avenue, Anchorage, AK
The price is AED 507 per night from May 16 to May 17
AED 507
AED 568 total
includes taxes & fees
16 May - 17 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Anchorage. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"nice property didn't like the one way streets"

Reviewed on 14 October 2024

Westmark Anchorage Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Cozy 2BD house A Russian Jack
Cozy 2BD house A Russian Jack
Anchorage
Stay at this vacation home in Anchorage. Popular attractions Russian Jack Springs Park and Alaska Museum of Natural History are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Big space but needs improvement
"The home is large enough for a family and mostly clean. It could use a deep cleaning for sure. The living room is very comfy. Two nice couches and a large tv. Bed is pretty uncomfortable. It needs replacing. Neigborhood is pretty sketchy."

Reviewed on 31 March 2025

Cozy 2BD house A Russian Jack
Cozy cabin with Hot Tub in quiet location blocks from the resort & trails
Cozy cabin with Hot Tub in quiet location blocks from the resort & trails
Girdwood
Stay at this cabin in Girdwood. Enjoy patios, an in-room coffeemaker, and a hot tub. Popular attractions Alyeska Ski Resort and Girdwood Park are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (43 reviews)
awesome place
"Great place! Beautiful location, great view, cozy cabin with all the necessary amenities. The hot tub smelled a little funny but that didnt stop us from enjoying it! Not sure if thats the normal smell or someone has fallen behind on cleaning.The worst part of the trip was dealing with vacasa. I do ..."

Reviewed on 18 March 2025

Cozy cabin with Hot Tub in quiet location blocks from the resort & trails
THE HIGHTOWER SUITE- A Luxury top floor Condo in the Center of Girdwood/Alyeska!
THE HIGHTOWER SUITE- A Luxury top floor Condo in the Center of Girdwood/Alyeska!
Girdwood
Book a stay at this family-friendly condo in Girdwood. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Alyeska Ski Resort and Girdwood ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (128 reviews)
Great experience in Girdwood!
"The location and property are great - Bjorn was responsive to questions and a great host!"

Reviewed on 7 April 2025

THE HIGHTOWER SUITE- A Luxury top floor Condo in the Center of Girdwood/Alyeska!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Anchorage

4.1
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 32%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 47%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 18%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 3%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Wish the museums Would have been open. If you get a change take Grant Aviation flight. It is exhilarating

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Anchorage was great. Easy to navigate the city. Dining options were great and family friendly. Beautiful mountains.

5/5 - Excellent

KB

Absolutely beautiful

4/5 - Good

Cassius

Anchorage is a place to go if you want to look at the scenery, go shoppi, or get a good bite to eat at many choices of restaurants. You can visit the Alaska Zoo, drive to Flat Top, or a Park by the inlet. You can also drive to towns on the peninsula.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I live in Anchorage but I work in Juneau so I’m familiar with everything in Anchorage. I came for peace and quiet.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Felt not safe when I was walking to Walmart, Barnes & Noble and some other places. I could see so many homeless people were near by hotel, bus stop and intersection.