Just reviewing the restaurant experience, though I hope to come back and stay at the Inn. The…read moresockeye salmon was absolutely delicious. Fresh salmon prepared and seasoned right is wonderful. Mine was garnished, seasoned and finished perfectly but my colleagues were obviously less finished with herbs. Mine was great, but I could see consistency issues. Service was friendly and attentive. They were 25%+ tip territory. Excellent service. I didn't love the interior atmosphere of the dining area, but balance that with a million dollar view of the stunningly beautiful harbor. I would eat here again and hope to. Will update if I do come back to dine and stay.

No answer ever. Is it still open? Website says it is now reopened after remodeling…read more Check someway before planning on dining there.

The service was fine, nice and welcoming. The food was okay, but there are few breakfasts to be had…read morein Whittier.

Waited 15 minutes without an order being taken. Meanwhile, they served other customers promptly…read more No ambiance, no service. My black husband may have been the reason??

Yikes, creepy town, creepy room, checked in, used it to shower, then left. We won't even bother to…read moreget our money back. Receptionist was yelling at the staff about the rooms needing to be cleaned, not sure what the deal is. WAY overpriced for what it is, room looked like a used garage sale furnished it, yuck! We only selected this hotel after our original reservation fell through due to a water leak, run!

An interesting stop in an interestingly creepy town; Whittier is only accessible via a 2.5 mile…read moretunnel that also happens to function as the access point for the train. Add in the fact that they lock the tunnel gates at midnight every night, the fact that hauntedplaces.org rates this hotel as the second most haunted place in Alaska, and the general feel of the town as a place forgotten by history, and you've got an interesting place to spend the night. The views of the glacier, the fjord, the mountains, and the wildlife are amazing and the entire experience, complete with doors that opened and shut on their own throughout the night (), and it's actually not a bad deal. Don't go for the standard hotel experience- it's too expensive. Go for the once-in-a-lifetime experience and you'll get your money's worth.

We stopped on our way from Seward to Whittier and I got a chai. I like my chai sweet, not spicy;…read morethis was the perfect sweetness, creaminess, and foaminess. It might be the best chai I've ever had, which says a lot. On the return trip we stopped again and I got a piece of strawberry-rhubarb pie that was delicious. The service was good and quick, and the staff was friendly. The decor is comfy and cozy. There is a lovely patio with a view of the lake; I would have sat there longer but it was chilly and the metal chairs were a bit cold on my behind.

Have been coming to this place for years now, when passing. It's iconic looking, a very large log…read morecabin styled building from the exterior, nestled back from the road, amid mountains, and next to Summit Lake. There are also cabins to rent and suites. Over the years, there have been changes, but the dining room for the most part remains the same. Big light and airy space, with massive picture windows looking out over Summit Lake, and it's a beautiful view. There's a cosy seating area right at the entrance with comfy couches to relax on. If you can get a window seat, it's well worth it. Swallows swerve by the window with mere inches to spare, catching insects on the wing, it's quite a sight while you wait for your food. It has a rustic, log cabin Alaskan feel, but the napkins are fabric, the glassware is nice, and servers are in uniform. The menu is hard backed so it feels sophisticated. I ordered coconut shrimp from the appetizers menu, which came with some kind of special dipping sauce, and I got some French fries on the side. Husband ordered the Garbage Grinder burger and a salad. The shrimp were ok, nothing special, the dipping sauce was based on orange marmalade - I didn't enjoy that at all. The fries were ok. His Garbage Grinder burger was insurmountable in the state it is presented, there is no way a normal person can fit that in their mouth. It must be 6/7 inches high. He had to remove some items to make it thin enough to get it in. Whilst I was eating, a couple were seated on the table behind us. I didn't think my chair was sticking out that far, but this woman, when being seated, kept whacking her chair into mine, forcing me to push my chair in really tightly, which I thought it was rude and inconsiderate, as a normal person would say "excuse me, could you pull your hair in a little" but she just kept battering my chair with hers until I moved. We were obviously in very close proximity, and I heard them say they were tourists, from out of state and had just got married, and would they comp the meal? This was prior to even ordering, and not because anything was wrong with the meal, just merely because they had a strong sense of rude entitlement. You got married, why are you entitled to a free dinner? It was irritating. But obviously not the fault of Summit Lake Lodge. Anyway the server promised to ask her manager. (Who refused to comp the meal, but did offer a discount) Anyway, it's a beautiful place, in a beautiful location, you're paying for an experience, not just the food - which is slightly above average. The service is impeccable, the views are stunning, and an influencer's dream. The menu used to have a lot more items on it, simpler things - I had my first ever Reuben here years ago and it was amazing, but you can't get it anymore. It seems to change annually. Anyway, it's definitely worth stopping in.

Had the pleasure of staying at Alyeska Mountainside B&B. Jodie and Garh were very friendly and did…read moreeverything they could to make our stay memorable. The accommodation is very clean and spacious with everything in it you need. It is within walking distance of the town and the hotel. Have booked to go back next year. Judith and Chris from Australia

These were very clean and well built cabins. Secluded from the road with an excellent tranquil…read moreview of the lake and mountains. The owner, Gary was very knowledgeable and quite fun to chat with. This place is a definite must when visiting the area. Only a 15-20 minute drive into Seward. I would stay there again for sure.

Absolutely wonderful place to stay. Waterfront accommodations, super clean cabin an awesome…read morefriendly hosts. Great place to stay. Will be back soon.

Great little spot to stop for lunch! One of the best burgers I've ever had and reasonable pricing…read more Great location right off the highway, Comfortable environment, friendly and helpful service. Overall a great place!

We stopped at the Trail Lake Lodge on our way to Seward from Anchorage. We were so impressed! It is…read morea very clean bar/restaurant/hotel that is family owned. Staff were super friendly with excellent service. I had a fried haddock sandwich with fries while my husband had a hamburger with a side salad. The sandwiches were huge and I ended up not eating all of the bun. They were very reasonably priced. We enjoyed the food so much we returned for breakfast today- again, the portions are very generous and gave us the fuel to get through a busy afternoon. Highly recommended!

I must give credit to this Brown Bear Saloon and Hotel. Although I was just here for one evening to…read morerest my head before officially driving famed Seward Highway...it really was the ideal place to stay. Brown Bear Saloon and Hotel is a rustic and cozy wooden lodge situated right off Seward Highway. It specifically sits 25 miles south of downtown Anchorage and 100 miles north of the town of Seward. In fact, the address for Brown Bear states that it's situated in the town of Indian, Alaska. I've never heard of Indian, AK...but basically if you need a place to stay in and around Seward Highway, this Brown Bear Lodge is accommodative. What was even more terrific about staying here was that the location felt far away from the hustle and bustle of Anchorage. The hotel views look out upon the scenic Turnagain Arm waters with the snow-capped Kenai mountains standing tall in the distance. Even though Brown Bear is located right off a very busy section of Seward Highway, I genuinely felt like I was staying in the heart of nature. And btw...when I did visit and spend the night here, unfortunately there was a lot of construction going on beside the highway. So here it is, Brown Bear Saloon and Lodge...a prime spot for those getting ready to start and or continue their Seward Highway journeys. Well, one thing...when I woke up in the morning, I actually had to backtrack a little up north on Seward Highway for about 15 miles. Yeah so, I take that back, the lodge isn't really the start of Seward Highway. But I traveled back north for 15 miles to the Potter Marsh Boardwalk where I explored for a little before returning back on Seward Highway for the 115-mile trek south. Basically...this Brown Bear Lodge and Saloon was much better than grabbing some random hotel in downtown Anchorage. It had personality and charm. What was surprisingly amazing about my stay was the price! Throughout my 3-week voyage around Alaska, Brown Bear had the cheapest rate by far! It was $67 (with taxes and fees included) for a room I had on the 2nd floor just above the restaurant. I mean, $67...can it get any cheaper for a place to stay right along iconic Seward Highway at the start of summer travel season? Lol, I don't think so. Although my room would be standard for most tourists...for me it really stood out with a lot of great amenities. It had a walk-in glass door shower (not just a tub with a curtain), very comfortable towels to dry off afterwards. And here me...I don't think I'd ever recall thinking about towels making a difference during my stay, but they really were fluffy and comfortable. Lol, maybe they were brand new? The room also had a mini-fridge, microwave, coffee pot, good sink area and a giant mirror with good lighting. Btw...I checked-in, inside the restaurant. Then I was given a key and shown the stairway to the 2nd floor. Too bad I had already eaten in Anchorage prior to arriving here because the restaurant looked very interesting...like a casual blue-collar spot to grab a good old-fashioned burger and fries...or simply just your typical all-American type of fair. Point is...the restaurant appeared accommodating for those spending the night as you can just have a hearty meal and then return to your room. Some extras about the restaurant...it resembled a bar/pub with a colorfully fun atmosphere. They had high top tables and chairs...a huge selections of beers on-tap. I believe I saw a billiards table to play and plenty of televisions to watch sports. I'd recommend eating here if you didn't catch a bite back in Anchorage. Overall, I'm happy I discovered Brown Bear Saloon and Hotel. I found it on Priceline. I couldn't have asked for a better one-night stay after all the traveling I had done prior to arriving here. This place is definitely emblematic of your off the beaten path motel/lodge sitting right in the cross section for traveling to all parts of southern Alaska.

I cannot comment on the food as we didn't eat here, but we crashed here one night on our drive down…read moreto whittier. We stayed in the cabin out back. My husband went inside to check in and he said that the people there were incredibly friendly. The bar was filled with locals and it seemed like a great place to just hang out. Our room was really comfortable and pretty clean.The only thing that I noted was that there were a lot of cobwebs up on the ceiling, but I know that they were pretty high up there. The room isn't anything incredibly fancy.But for the price, it seemed really reasonable. The kids slept on the futon that pulls out. The futon does block the door just a little bit whenever you pull it out, but it wasn't enough to really cause a problem. Our bed was comfortable, although there was a little bit of light shining through the curtains all night, given that it was summertime and there was so much sun out.

WORST HOTEL IN ALASKA. I rather be caught dead in the streets down town outside the Sheraton,…read morerather than in this terrible service of an establishment... If you even call it an establishment. They keep trying to bring me towels when I say "no thank you please no thank you" they just leave the door unlocked and walk away leaving me barn door wide open while I'm asleep door not even halfway locked. Their fucking insane for doing that to me. When I have been out here more than 5 nights now and they still can't even seem to do their jobs correctly no matter how long you stay here. It's absolute disregard for the customer just for the job entitlement. And they cant even give me my 20 nights stay money back pre-deposited even though they keep on accusing me of smoking marijuana although I do own a medical marijuana card I'm not even smoking any weed honest to God. And I just wanted to go to the Ramada inn way nicer hotel across the street from the government hill bridge. I can't even get my deposit back to go to the Ramada inn. For my 20 nights stay booked in advance at the bird Creek motel inn. I just wanted to stay in room # seven or nine. Where previously was a couple of nights ago, Before the cleaning lady lost her mind and accused me of smoking weed as another false accusation. I'm being held hostage in a different room now unable to get my money back and I do want to be in this room anymore.

Nothing fancy, but very clean... Convenient and well priced for the area... We had to be Anchorage…read moreearly us a bunch plus a sweet little drive...

This place had wonderful customer service. Making a reservation was easy. The Alta House Chalet was…read morecozy and easily accommodates 4 to 6 adults. This place was complete with kitchen, hot tub in the back deck, and bbq. I would rate this 5 stars however it was hard to get sleep due to there being no blinds on the first story windows and felt the tub needed a little TLC. I would recommend this for a couple or small family looking to spend some time in Girdwood. Totally worth the price especially since it's like a small home and within walking distance to Alyeska (about two miles)

This place is highly recommended for those looking at a vacation in Girdwood. Located near the…read moreAlyeska Resort, the Alta houses are also conveniently located near several stores and restaurants while still maintaining a wonderful feeling of seclusion. We stayed at the Alta House Chalet, which had a hot tub and a wonderful view of the woods. The house has a fully stocked kitchen as well as a washer and a dryer. The bed was very comfy and the place was spacious.