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Hotel Seward

Property class: 2.5

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A bar with wooden paneling, striped wallpaper, and bar stools.
A self-service kiosk area with refrigerated beverage dispensers, a microwave, and a cash register.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, stove, and a refrigerator.
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, and a view of mountains through the windows.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a wooden deck, and a view of buildings in the background.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$229
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

View all photos for Deluxe Double Queen

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Deluxe Double Queen

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(65 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Family House, 3 Bedrooms

A white building with a red roof, a bench, and a tree in front.

Family House, 3 Bedrooms

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Historic Queen w/ Private Bath

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, lamps, and a dresser.

Historic Queen w/ Private Bath

7.4 out of 10
Good
(36 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Executive King

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Executive King

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Double Queen

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Executive Double Queen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Historic Queen w/ Shared Bathroom, No Elevator

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and windows with a view of a house and flag.

Historic Queen w/ Shared Bathroom, No Elevator

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Queen Economy Room

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a telephone, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Queen Economy Room

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

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed (Accessible)

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a wall clock.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed (Accessible)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe King

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a wall clock.

Deluxe King

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Single Queen

A hotel room with a grey sofa, a small wooden table, a bed with white bedding, and two framed pictures on the walls.

Deluxe Single Queen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Historic 2 Twin w/ Shared Bathroom, No Elevator

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a sink, and a window with a view of the outside.

Historic 2 Twin w/ Shared Bathroom, No Elevator

  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

About the area

Seward

Hotel Seward puts you in the heart of Seward, within steps of Seward Community Library & Museum and Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center. Highlights at this historic hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Fifth Avenue Bistro & Bar, serves Fusion cuisine and is open for dinner. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of train pick-up service. .In proximity to this Seward hotel you'll find Kenai Fjords National Park.

What's nearby

  • Seward Waterfront Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Seward Community Library & Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Alaska SeaLife Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Seward Boat Harbor - 2 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Tidewater Taphouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Woody's Thai Kitchen - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Ray's Waterfront - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Breeze Inn Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Firebrand BBQ - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Hotel 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 and a train station drop-off service are available for a fee. 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
  • Conference rooms
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Hotel Seward offers 58 accommodations with blackout curtains. Televisions come with cable channels.

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

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  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge) from 11:30 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station drop-off (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Fifth Avenue Bistro & Bar

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In the mountains

Accessibility

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

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with cable channels

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 (surcharges may apply); 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

American ExpressDiscoverMastercardVisa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Shuttle transfer per adult: USD 6.00 (one-way)
  • Shuttle transfer per child: USD 6.00 (one-way), from 7 to 18 years old

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all 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

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Seward?

Hotel Seward offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Seward?

As of 23 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Seward on 1 Oct 2026 start from AU$229, including 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.

Is parking available at Hotel Seward?

Yep, Hotel Seward has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Seward?

Yep, Hotel Seward is a short 3-minute walk from Seward Waterfront Park. Fun beach activities include kayaking and fishing. You can also find boat tours.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Seward?

No, Hotel Seward does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Seward?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Fusion cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Seward?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Seward?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hotel Seward Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 490 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 271 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 114 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 73 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 66 out of 1014 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for staying in Seward.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean and stylish
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, charming hotel. Rooms and people were great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maithili

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay prior to our Alaskan cruise.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, well maintained older property. Charming with great staff and located a stone's throw from adorable, quirky shops and restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great parking and staff! Comfy beds and rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic and charming hotel in a great location. It's a quick walk to restaurants, shopping, the sea mammal center and a stop for the free shuttle bus around town. The staff were very welcoming and helpful. Our room was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff! Also great location in downtown Seward.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Willie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and looked just like the pictures on website. The bed was comfortable. Location was great, in the heart of town near restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great room! Super friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

juergen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great time. I would recommend that place to everybody.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Zyaire

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The staff is very friendly and accommodating. The hotels luggage and transportation services are the main reason my spouse and I stayed at this location and it was worth the visit.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and well appointed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a GREAT location in the city end of Seward. Walking distance between the shore, restaurant choices, bike/walking path, and a covered stop for the free shuttle (has 14 stops) to get around the Seward area which consists of City and Harbor areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rama

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk was great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a convenient location with good parking and walking distance to everything I wanted to see. The room was clean and comfortable. The check in was easy and they staff was helpful in recommending a nice place for dinner.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint hotel to spend the night before boarding our cruise. Because the room was an accessible room (I wasn’t aware I had reserved one) the bed was very low to the floor. Staff was very nice especially the shuttle driver.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ping

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and tidy, the location was convenient, and the shuttle service was prompt. We were able to store our luggage at the lodge and were driven directly to the train station after checking out; we didn't retrieve our bags until we arrived in Anchorage, which was extremely convenient.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel staff was very friendly and helpful. They had a shuttle waiting for us when we departed from our cruise and had scheduled shuttles ready to take us to the train depot. It is located conveniently in downtown Seward we could walk to everything with ease, they were very helpful with storing our luggage and assisting with all transportation and recreational needs.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay. Lovely clean room. The staff went out of their way to assist with logistics of getting on our cruise. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice. Room was clean. Laundry facility a plus. Secured this hotel due to no response to voicemail left at Brown and Hawkins Apt. Will definitely book this hotel again and recommend to friends and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026