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Hotel Seward

2.5 star property
Historic hotel perfect for exploring Seward

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Executive Double Queen | 3 bedrooms, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Dinner served, Fusion cuisine, alfresco dining
Dinner served, Fusion cuisine, alfresco dining
Family House, 3 Bedrooms | Living area | 40-inch TV with cable channels

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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221 5th Ave, Seward, AK, 99664
  • Place, Seward Waterfront Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Alaska SeaLife Center
    ‪3 min walk‬

Room options

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3 bedrooms, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Queen

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

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Family House, 3 Bedrooms | 3 bedrooms, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family House, 3 Bedrooms

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

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3 bedrooms, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Historic Queen w/ Private Bath

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

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Executive King | 3 bedrooms, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive King

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

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3 bedrooms, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Double Queen

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

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Historic Queen w/ Shared Bathroom, No Elevator | 3 bedrooms, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Historic Queen w/ Shared Bathroom, No Elevator

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Queen Economy Room | 3 bedrooms, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Queen Economy Room

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

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3 bedrooms, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Queen Handicap

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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3 bedrooms, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe King

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

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Deluxe Single Queen | 3 bedrooms, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Single Queen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Historic 2 Twin w/ Shared Bathroom, No Elevator | 3 bedrooms, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Historic 2 Twin w/ Shared Bathroom, No Elevator

  • 142 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

  • ‪The Breeze Inn Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Firebrand BBQ - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Cookery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ray's Waterfront - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Highliner Restaurant - ‬3 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.

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Interior detail
Breeze Inn
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
4.1 out of 5, Very Good, 1,005 reviews
$118 nightly
The price is $131
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Total with taxes and fees
Breeze Inn

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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 Nov 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Seward on Dec 17, 2025 start from $134.1, 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

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 462 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 293 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 74 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 65 out of 1002 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed the Hotel Seward. A historic property that has been nicely renovated. The location was wonderful, within a short walk to the waterfront, restaurants, shops, and the Alaska Sealife Center. The hotel was VERY clear about this on their website. Some of the older parts of the hotel use a SHARED bathroom. They tell you which rooms do and do not have this. However, there were people coming in and acting like it was a big surprise and trying to get a room with a private bath. CHECK before you go if this is important to you. Also, they do not have a complimentary breakfast. Make note of that. The staff was very friendly and helpful. They provide a shuttle service to spots around Seward. This was important and helpful to us as we arrived by train and departed on the cruise ship. They accommodated all those needs. We would recommend the Hotel Seward.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

We had a great stay at the Hotel Seward. The staff could not have been nicer or more helpful and the restaurant on site was absolutely delicious. It was in a perfect area of town and we were able to walk all over. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gaurav

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Doesn’t have bathroom. Don’t have breakfast. Don’t even have water filling station. Apple Pay doesn’t work
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

bhaskar

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Left Hotel Seward early due to emergency, gave full-day notice, still charged for unused night. No response from hotel, even after Expedia tried. #CustomerServiceFail. No air condition . Laundry not working . Rooms are so clean .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark

Traveled with partner
No bathroom i
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in Seward.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

brian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Hotel in great area. Minutes to the Port and all the other day cruise companies. Clean, quiet, super friendly staff, MaryClaire especially. Our first trip to Alaska. You won't be disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Historical old time charm.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug, Huntington

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Varinder, MISSISSAUGA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Location perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Teresa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Average all around nothing exceptional or terrible
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel, atlanta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything in Seward town. Nice clean, but older property. We were on the 1sr floor which got some noise from outside. But it’s a great economical and convenient place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Qiaosen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristina

Liked: Staff & service

Price gouged. Would not stay on historical side

Two sections to this hotel. We booked the historical side @ $400/night for 3 nights and received a queen bed in a very tiny room that truly appears “very historical” (pipes exposed on the ceiling) and not exactly what I would want for my next trip. We did have own bathroom which was nice. however @ this price point I was disappointed with our stay. The hallway smell triggered the recent memory of my Mom being in a care facility. I did over hear guests say how nicely remodeled the newer side of the building was. I would not return to the historical side. I felt price gouged.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Larry, Marmora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, convenient to town
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Dante, Independence

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madeline

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

James, College Station

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unbeatable location, downtown, walkable to everything. The shower was excellent, with almost immediate hot water. However, the “ queen bed” seemed to really be a double bed, and the mattress was way too soft and it needs to be replaced. Helpful, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Liang Hui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was clean and walkable in downtown.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

celine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Situated at the end of Seward , it was very nice, clean , easy and free parking . Beautiful bedrooms . You can have breakfast ( buffet) at the closed by edgewater hotel .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

eugene

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025