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

The very beautiful and dangerous mud flats of Cook Inlet

Downtown Anchorage

3.5/5(1,379 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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Alyeska

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

Alyeska
Aerial View of the Midtown Business District of Anchorage, Alaska

Midtown Anchorage

4/5(786 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 Cinemark Century Anchorage 16 while in the area.

Midtown Anchorage
Spring 2019, an eagle hunting fish outside of Anchorage Alaska.

Hillside

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

Hillside
You can come here to learn more about Captain Cook's Voyage

Bootlegger Cove

If you're spending some time in Bootlegger Cove, Tony Knowles Coastal Trail and Anchorage Alaska Public Lands Information Center are top sights worth seeing.

Bootlegger Cove
Skyline of Anchorage with Lake Spenard in the foreground and Mt. Hood in the background; Shutterstock ID 140794282

Spenard

3.5/5(1,110 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
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 ...
7.4/10 Good! (3,421 reviews)
Ok cheap stay

Reviewed on 23 March 2026

Puffin Inn of Anchorage
Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown

Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown

2 out of 5
5000 A Street Anchorage AK
The price is AED 367 per night from Mar 25 to Mar 26
AED 367
AED 411 total
25 Mar - 26 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Anchorage. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,011 reviews)
While doing our mandatory bug inspection, we found the mattresses to be disgustingly stained.

Reviewed on 23 March 2026

Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown
Alyeska Resort

Alyeska Resort

4 out of 5
1000 Arlberg Ave Girdwood AK
The price is AED 4,727 per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
AED 4,727
AED 5,386 total
26 Mar - 27 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Girdwood. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Beautiful location, incredible spa, and Diamond Club certainly worth it. The restaurants are okay, nothing special, but overall the resort is great. We went for skiing, but definitely plan to make another trip during summer season. Indoor pool and hot tub were great for taking our toddler.

Reviewed on 16 March 2026

Alyeska Resort
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.
Forget Me Not Home in South Anchorage

Forget Me Not Home in South Anchorage

Anchorage AK
Book a stay at this family-friendly apartment in Anchorage. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a garden. Popular attractions Tanglewood Lakes Golf Club and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (200 reviews)
We were comfortable during our stay at Forget me not home. We appreciated the value as this home had better pricing than most. It was clean and had all the things we needed. We felt safe in the neighborhood.

Reviewed on 17 March 2026

Forget Me Not Home in South Anchorage
Great North Lodging

Great North Lodging

3 out of 5
3130 Lark St Anchorage AK
Stay at this apartment in Anchorage. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Alaska Airlines Center and David Green Park are ...
Great North Lodging
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 AK
Stay at this vacation home in Anchorage. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (227 reviews)
Excellent place to stay

Reviewed on 20 March 2026

Private suite in an Owner occupied home with views of the Chugach Mountains.
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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