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Kenai River Lodge

3.0 star property

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An outdoor patio with seating and a view of a river and forest.
A bar area with a unique blue countertop, wooden ceiling, and seating with a view of the outdoors.
A large house with a balcony, situated by a lake with trees and a dock.
A restaurant with booths, tables, and a bar area.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV on a wooden stand, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$266
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept

Explore the area

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393 Riverside Drive, Soldotna, AK, 99669
  • Place, Soldotna Homestead Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Soldotna Creek Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Centennial Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kenai, AK (ENA-Kenai Municipal)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Double Room

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Classic Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Single Room, 1 King Bed

A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Classic Single Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(46 reviews)
  • Water view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Soldotna

At Kenai River Lodge you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Soldotna Homestead Museum and Soldotna Creek Park. Highlights at this lodge include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .For a drink, you can stop by the lodge's own lounge bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 3-property class Soldotna lodge include Centennial Park and Soldotna Regional Sports Complex.
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What's nearby

  • Soldotna Homestead Museum - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Soldotna Creek Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Centennial Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Soldotna Regional Sports Complex - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Phormation Chiropractic & Day Spa - 2 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Kenai, AK (ENA-Kenai Municipal) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hooked On The Bean - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Grind The Espresso - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Kenai River Lodge

As a guest of Kenai River Lodge, you'll find barbecue grills, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Soldotna lodge.

  • 1 building
  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Kenai River Lodge offers 28 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • 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

Things to do

  • Fishing

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • On a river
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Kenai Lodge
Kenai River
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Kenai River Lodge Hotel
Kenai River Lodge Hotel Soldotna
Kenai River Lodge Soldotna
Kenai River Hotel Soldotna
Kenai River Lodge Alaska/Soldotna
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Kenai River Lodge?

Kenai River Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Kenai River Lodge?

As of 4 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kenai River Lodge on 1 Sept 2026 start from AU$266, 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 Kenai River Lodge?

Yep, Kenai River Lodge has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Kenai River Lodge?

The closest beach to Kenai River Lodge is Kenai Beach (13.1 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kenai River Lodge?

No, Kenai River Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kenai River Lodge?

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

Are pets allowed at Kenai River Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Kenai River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 361 out of 800 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 264 out of 800 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 121 out of 800 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 800 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 800 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Well placed room loved the view . Staff were aweso.e
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, comfortable rooms, but unstable wifi, but I assume business travelers are not their main target audience. Highly recommend if you are in Soldotna.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice we had a great view of the river and the bridge. The bed and pillows were all comfy. They had a microwave, mini fridge, and a coffee pot!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Place.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mikel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Great location, quiet room with great views of the River.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laneen

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

Great location, views and fishing opportunities

This is a great place on the river. The views and amenities for fishing are the best.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and clean accommodations
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second visit to this hotel, reasonable winter rates for a nice room with king bed. They are clean and staff is friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a good stay, here
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

joseph

Liked: Staff & service
Had great time. Love this location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Melinda

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The hotel room had a large stain in the middle of it and the shower head was old and corroded. I was traveling by myself and didn’t feel comfortable at night because the room only had one lock on the front door which is opened by a metal key.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place on the river and excellent lounge
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms are very clean, bed was super comfortable, updated bathroom, location was great. We always stay here when we are in town!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to shopping and dining
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, and convenient location while exploring the Kenai.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

You

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and tidy as described, staffs was responsible and friendly. The location is excellent too. We had a great time there and would definitely recommend staying.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and friendly staff. Nice little bar to hang at.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for any day trips out of Soldotna! Nice and clean rooms. Overall great night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Great bar.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

masayasu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best hotel for fishing
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean and right in the river. Great view and great people!. Would definitely stay again !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked the staff and liked the location on the Kenai River.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025