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Alaska Glacier Lodge

4.0 star property

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Front of property
Exterior detail
Breakfast area
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Cabin, 2 Queen Beds

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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29979 E Knik River Rd, Palmer, AK, 99645
  • Place, Barbel Lake
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Reindeer Farm
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Colony House Museum
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Cabin, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Cabin, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Cabin, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Palmer

At Alaska Glacier Lodge, you'll be 23.6 km (14.7 mi) from Bodenburg Butte and 23.9 km (14.9 mi) from Reindeer Farm. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This lodge offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a picnic area and express check-out. .With a stay at this 4-property class Palmer lodge, you'll be 33.8 km (21 mi) from Colony House Museum and 37.3 km (23.2 mi) from Eklutna Historical Park.
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What's nearby

  • Barbel Lake - 13 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Reindeer Farm - 25 min drive - 32.0 km
  • Colony House Museum - 36 min drive - 44.0 km
  • Mat-Su Visitors Center - 37 min drive - 44.3 km
  • Musk Ox Farm - 39 min drive - 48.9 km

Getting around

  • Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ravens Perch - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Alaska Glacier Lodge

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Alaska Glacier Lodge. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Palmer lodge.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Alaska Glacier Lodge offers 22 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Beds feature premium bedding. 19-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered on request and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Dial-up internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Raven Perch

Things to do

  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (73 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 19-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during April, November, December, January, February and March:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Knik Lodge
Knik River Lodge
Knik River Lodge Palmer
Knik River Palmer
Knik River Hotel Anchorage
Knik River Lodge
Alaska Glacier Lodge Lodge
Alaska Glacier Lodge Palmer
Alaska Glacier Lodge Lodge Palmer

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Alaska Glacier Lodge?

Yep, Alaska Glacier Lodge has a free self car park.

What makes Alaska Glacier Lodge a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Alaska Glacier Lodge.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Alaska Glacier Lodge?

No, Alaska Glacier Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Alaska Glacier Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Alaska Glacier Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Alaska Glacier Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Alaska Glacier Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 149 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 149 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 149 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 149 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 149 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

M Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful place to stay. Great accommodations and amazing scenery. Loving our stay.
View from our cabin.
Moose
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful views, loved watching the helicopters come in and leave. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place is clean and surrounded with mountains and glacier. If you want solitude, this is the place. The helicopter ride here is so convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Estefania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the breakfast which was included… the view and how clean and unique the rooms are.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

almira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views and awsome little cabins, so fun to watch the helicopters coming and going
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antony

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

Nice place in Alaska

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Neat stay in conjunction with helicopter/dogsled tour
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Benjamen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views! Cabins are lovely and up to date. I wish we had a ceiling fan, but that was my only complaint. Breakfast was filling as well
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Priyanka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very scenic
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice cabin.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
best cabin resort i ever been!!! and at a great price
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Freta

Liked: Amenities
We loved the views and the cabin was awesome. Will definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alivelu Manjuloka Priyanka

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

10/10 Excellent

Clifford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needed honey
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The amazing views!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

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

Great place!!

Great place to stay. Do the helicopter tour if you can!!! It’s totally amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful and the cabins clean and comfortable. The staff was friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Isolation. I love it!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Alaska 2nd round

The scenery was beautiful. The room was nice, clean and comfortable. We saw a moose on the way to the Lodge just as the advertisement. Loved it. Knik River area beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A really pretty out of the way lodge, beautiful scenery, outstanding cabins and clean as a whistle.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting . Not much around there so need a car if staying more than one night. A full service restaurant would be nice but food was decent. Deck has great views. Fun to watch helicopters take off and land.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views and a good little restaurant, fun watching the helicopters come in and out and they offer a lot of activities. I will definitely be coming back !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

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