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Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge

3.0 star property
Enjoy 2 restaurants at this 3-star Copper Center lodge

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Exterior
Lobby
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Lobby
Deluxe Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1 Brenwick Craig Road, Copper Center, AK, 99573
  • Place, Chapel on the Hill
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Wrangell‐St. Elias National Park Visitor Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Dry Creek State Recreation Site
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(40 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Copper Center

In Copper Center .At this Copper Center lodge, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Chapel on the Hill and 6 miles (10 km) of Wrangell‐St. Elias National Park Visitor Center. Dry Creek State Recreation Site is within 20 miles (32 km) and Squirrel Creek State Recreation Site is within 32 miles (40 km).
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What's nearby

  • Chapel on the Hill - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Wrangell‐St. Elias National Park Visitor Center - 6 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Dry Creek State Recreation Site - 21 min drive - 21.2 miles
  • Squirrel Creek State Recreation Site - 25 min drive - 28.9 miles

Getting around

  • Valdez, AK (VDZ) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Copper Rail Depot Saloon - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Two Rivers Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bee Happy Coffee Company - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge

Enjoy 2 restaurants at this 3-star Copper Center lodge
There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Copper Center lodge is smoke free.

  • 85 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge offers 85 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 to 30 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between September 15 and May 15.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 30 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge to the airport?

Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge is 104.2 mi (136-min drive) away from the Valdez, AK (VDZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge.

Does Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 15 and 30 per person. It's available every day from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge have a pool?

Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge have a restaurant?

Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge is home to Whistle Stop Bar & Grill, which features American cuisine.

Does Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge to downtown Copper Center?

Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge is 1.1 mi away from Copper Center.

Reviews

Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 149 out of 244 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 244 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 244 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 244 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 244 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ben, ANCHORAGE

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting and views.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Cindy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
At check-in we were given the wrong room type and had to change rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Doris

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very lovely, the room smelled like someone had been smoking in it and we wanted a king room and it was two queens..
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excellent service. Excellent restaurant on site. Check in was easy & fast. Best was the excellent view of the mountain range & nearby rivers from the property with its overlook. Room was very nice & comfortable too.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara, Estero

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful and we enjoyed our stay. Very clean, friendly staff. Ate at the restaurant and it was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We jad a great experience at the Pr
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

eric, SALT LAKE CITY

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely location with stunning views of mountains before sunset. Nice walks on property and the food was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rahul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I chose this hotel to stay at because of his proximity to the Saint Elias Ranger station. It was absolutely gorgeous, I had a great time. The park is beautiful, and the lodge was gorgeous with amazing views.
It’s a beautiful lounge area
View from my room morning
View from my room at night
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shahid

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent wilderness location, great rooms and service!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darshan

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with views of the wrangell np. Lobby area is great. The naturalist evening walk tour was very informative and we loved it. Food options were good and we would love to have more vegetarian options added to the menu.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice big room, good food in restaurant, nice outdoor porch with view of mountains. Internet did not work in the wing where our room was.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy, Downingtown

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, comfortable bed. It’s so quiet, spacious and beautiful! Staff are all very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

William

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Honora

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is midway to our destination which was McCarthy and Kennicott. It was a nice way to be rested on arrival in McCarthy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rebekah

Disliked: Amenities
Had to switch rooms due to a maintenance issue with the under-window ac/heater unit leaking antifreeze onto carpet. Discovered when we stepped in the brown sticky smelly wetness. Front desk changed us quickly and maintenance showed up as we were lugging out. The water is yellow. I took a bath and it obviously has some type of high mineral content. Probably why they don’t have a pool or hot tub. The hotel is in the boonies, so it isn’t totally unexpected, but geez, spring for a filtration system. Just washing your hands in the white sink shows the water’s discoloration. We took care not to drink it. Restaurant is outrageously expensive for what you get, and the $45 prime rib was so overcooked it was beyond well done… gray and dry. In typical Princess-cruise fashion, the Northern Lights show in the theater costs extra. $10 per person for a 40 min movie. In short: The surroundings are gorgeous and the lodge looks pretty, but there are serious deficiencies in property management.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Nice hotel, comfortable, but for what you pay and not to have coffee in the lobby, refrigerator or microwave in the room is ridiculous. Even a microwave in the lobby would have been nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

CATHLEEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great option in remote Alaska

Nice comfortable accommodation in remote part of the country. It definitely is the best option around that I am aware of. The food and bar options were quite good as well. I sure wish they would include refrigerators as we were on a 3 week road trip with items that needed refrigeration ( for my husband’s diet). They did have a free ice machine that certainly helped out.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Demetria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The views from the lobby and patio are superb. Nice short walking trails around the property. Dining options and food were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy, Perrysburg

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome view, very friendly and helpful staff. Good dining options on site. Would stay again and would recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotels location just off the Richardson Highway between Wrangell and Valdez is perfect. The hotel and its facilities are perfect. My wife enjoyed the Copper River Salmon in the Restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Duane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pluses: Friendly staff; quiet, relaxing interior atmosphere and decorations; breathtaking views of the surrounding scenery. Cons,: Room AC was quite noisy, making it difficult to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025