Anchorage, AK

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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
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
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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 Business Park Wetlands Special Management Area 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.

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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
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
Alyeska Resort
Alyeska Resort
4 out of 5
1000 Arlberg Ave, Girdwood, AK
The price is AED 1,172 per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
AED 1,172
AED 1,405 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on 23 February 2025

Alyeska Resort
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 Mar 2 to Mar 3
AED 327
AED 366 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
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! (2,604 reviews)
"Good for the rate. Airport pick up great! Small breakfast. Room needs renovation, especially a new mattress."

Reviewed on 1 March 2025

Puffin Inn of Anchorage
Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
2.5 out of 5
111 W Ship Creek Ave, Anchorage, AK
The price is AED 434 per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
AED 434
AED 486 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anchorage. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
6.8/10 (1,293 reviews)
"Overall, we did not have any issues with the property, but it is dated. It is very convenient to the ULU store, and the snow carving contest was right across the street. It was convenient for activities and easy to get in/out of. It is also only about 20 minutes from the airport. Breakfast was included, ..."

Reviewed on 25 February 2025

Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
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.
Private suite in an Owner occupied home with views of the Chugach Mountains.
Private suite in an Owner occupied home with views of the Chugach Mountains.
Anchorage
Stay at this vacation home in Anchorage. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Potter's ...
10/10 Exceptional! (144 reviews)
Great spot
"Loved it"

Reviewed on 23 February 2025

Private suite in an Owner occupied home with views of the Chugach Mountains.
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 spa tub. Popular attractions Alyeska Ski Resort and Girdwood Park are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (40 reviews)
Darryl
"Place was nice and had all the things needed for 2 people. Kitchen supplies were better than most places with all upgrades pots and pans and utensils. Ladder might be a problem for some getting up to the loft for some. Only complaint is the door code was malfunctioning and had to wait for a back ..."

Reviewed on 17 September 2024

Cozy cabin with Hot Tub in quiet location blocks from the resort & trails
Russian Jack B Soothing house with WiFi in Anchorage
Russian Jack B Soothing house with WiFi in Anchorage
Anchorage
Stay at this vacation home in Anchorage. Popular attractions Port of Anchorage and Russian Jack Springs Park are located nearby.
Russian Jack B Soothing house with WiFi in Anchorage
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.

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