Hotel Seward

2.5 star property
Historic hotel perfect for exploring Seward

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Relax in this serene room with a large bed, a comfortable chair, and breathtaking mountain views.
Relax in this inviting living room with a sofa, coffee table, and flat-screen TV.
Welcome to our reception area, featuring a sleek reception desk and a large framed picture of a mountainous landscape.
Relax with a drink at the bar, surrounded by elegant artwork and comfortable seating.
Enjoy a casual dining experience in an outdoor setting with tables and chairs arranged for your comfort.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
221 5th Ave, Seward, AK, 99664
  • Seward Waterfront Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Alaska SeaLife Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Seward Boat Harbor
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Queen

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(42 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Historic Queen w/ Shared Bathroom, No Elevator

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Queen Handicap

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive King

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Queen Economy Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Historic 2 Twin w/ Shared Bathroom, No Elevator

  • 142 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Historic Queen w/ Private Bath

7.6 out of 10
Good
(27 reviews)
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Double Queen

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Single Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Family House, 3 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Seward

Heart of Seward.At this hotel, you'll be steps from Seward Community Library & Museum and Chugach Heritage Center. Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center and Seward Waterfront Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Seward Waterfront Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Seward Community Library & Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Alaska SeaLife Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Seward Boat Harbor - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl. Airport (ANC) - 146 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Highliner Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Harbor Street Creamery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ray's Waterfront - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Woody's Thai Kitchen - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Hotel Seward

Historic hotel perfect for exploring Seward
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A cruise ship terminal shuttle, a train station pick-up service, and a train station drop-off service are free. The historic Hotel Seward also features concierge services, laundry facilities, and complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility. Free self parking is available.

This Victorian Seward hotel is smoke free.

  • 58 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Hotel Seward offers 58 accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. Televisions come with cable channels.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle from 11:30 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Free cruise terminal shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal and train station; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Seward
Seward Hotel
Hotel Seward Hotel
Hotel Seward Seward
Hotel Seward Hotel Seward

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Seward to the airport?

Hotel Seward is 126.8 mi (146-min drive) away from the Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl. Airport (ANC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Seward?

As of Jul 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Seward on Jul 16, 2025 start from $259.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel Seward have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Seward.

How close is Hotel Seward to the beach?

This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Seward Waterfront Park and 2.6 mi (9-min drive) from Lowell Point State Recreation Site. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Seward offer free breakfast?

Hotel Seward does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hotel Seward?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Seward?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Hotel Seward?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Seward have a pool?

Hotel Seward does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Seward have a restaurant?

Hotel Seward is home to Fifth Avenue Bistro & Bar, which features Fusion cuisine and al fresco dining.

Does Hotel Seward have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Seward to downtown Seward?

Hotel Seward is 0.4 mi away from Seward.

Hotel Seward Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 442 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 306 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 80 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 1007 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ted

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Soldotna

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and friendly. Good value.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

10/10 Excellent

Prior

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, small town, and very nice hotel for relatively cheap! Had a friend come with me and we had tons of options for things to do near by. Rooms were clean, staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Clean easily accessible and accommodating for children
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Human

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a great stay. The room was clean and comfortable. A few stray hairs in the bathroom but overall clean
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fine for a quick business trip.

Was there on business. The wifi is fine. The restaurant was not open. But the parking was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Dorina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Burton Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean quaint restaurants were close all around really nice
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

8/10 Good

Gayla

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

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming historic hotel with modern amenities. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

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

8/10 Good

Jay Mark

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

CERISA

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Thank you for all the help.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There is the historic part of the hotel and the modern. We accidentally booked the historic side with no elevator and very small rooms. They were very accommodating and switched us to the modern side with elevators. They have a van that will also take you anywhere you wanna go in town.

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good. We felt well taken care of there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

rhonda

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

rhonda

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

Excellent stay in Seward, Alaska

We were very excited to stay at Hotel Seward. The staff upfront was very helpful and accommodating. We appreciate their support.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Victoria

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Took 45 minutes for someone to check me in at front desk
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Brian

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024