This place is awesome. Service was attentive and not rushed. The view is spectacular. The food…read moremay be the best on the island. Having spent the day fishing, we went for the cook your catch meal. The chef prepared our rockfish in two different ways and added some of their famous and delicious white king salmon. The soup, a curried coconut halibut chowder was fantastic, and the Halibut Olympia was out of this world.

Appreciated the warm welcome. Great view. Bread and olive oil dipping sauce lovely. Drinks well…read moremade. Salads fresh with lots of great veggies. Drinks well done. Table enjoyed scampi, ate it up, king chowder (was okay), steak (ordered medium, came pretty rare, chopped Caesar (not chopped or tossed) and wedge. Food was fine. They were busy. Service was intermittent. Nice people, nice room. Didn't get any pics.

I rarely leave negative reviews, but my experience with this hotel -- specifically with the…read moremanager, Nick Lavender -- was upsetting and unacceptable. I left two very expensive items in my room after checkout: a pair of AirPods and a white noise machine. When I realized this, I called the hotel the next day hoping to retrieve them. Instead of showing any concern or willingness to help, Nick was immediately dismissive and defensive. I asked if he could investigate with his housekeeping staff, and he outright refused, saying he "trusts his staff" and doesn't know me, so I must be lying. I explained that I had only been at the hotel and my brother's house -- there was no other possible location where the items could have gone missing -- but he insisted he didn't believe me and made no effort to even pretend to look into it in an investigative manner. When I asked for the owner's contact information to escalate the issue, he refused again and said he wouldn't allow me to "bug him." The complete lack of empathy, accountability, or basic customer service was honestly shocking. I understand that things get left behind sometimes, but the unwillingness to investigate or even acknowledge the possibility of wrongdoing by staff is deeply troubling. I feel violated and disrespected. If you value your belongings and want to be treated with decency, I strongly recommend staying elsewhere.

Not trying to steer anyone away, but in comparison to other hotels in the area, the Westmark is…read morelong over do for a makeover, rooms haven't been painted for decades, big TV's, but the displays must be 20 years old, very blurry compared to a modern TV. They have s nice big fridge in the room, no microwave. Stains all over the furniture, again the furniture is ancient and they obviously don't clean it. On the plus side, they probably have the very best location and views in Sitka and the best restaurant, compliments to the Chef. The staff are very friendly and accommodating and there's a very homey atmosphere.

We had a wonderful trip with Kingfisher. Great fishing and captain, lodging and food was amazing!…read more We would definitely go back

Went out with Captain Justin, who ran the boat which is of its own beautiful. We were out in Sitka…read more Alaska. Weather was beautiful. Justin knows the boat inside and out had all the gear ready, knew where to fish spent a good 10 hours out there. Will be back And his boss Niki was also very nice never met her, but I chatted with her many times via email.

I am very disappointed in their response to why I missed my fishing trip. I was at the airport on…read moremy way to Sitka when I had a medical emergency. I was transported to the hospital emergency room. I passed out at the airport, therefore I did not make the trip. I was diagnosed with Atrial Fibrillation. This would have been my 9th trip with Angling Unlimited. I have been a loyal returning customer. When I called to see if I could get a credit towards next year I was told that "it is not,our policy". There are exceptions to every policy made. I feel like I've been loyal to them for eight plus years and they would not bend their policy to help me out! If they would have offered a 50% credit, I would have been happy with that. I am so disappointed in their response. I was told that because there was only 3 fishermen on our boat that they couldn't do anything for me, but I know within our group, which had a total of three boats that one of the boats had only 3 fishermen on it. A small company should be able to "bend" their policy for a returning loyal customer. Rick Granzella

There's fishing charters and there's Angling Unlimited. After spending 20 + years fishing in…read moreAlaska, I discovered Angling Unlimited (AU) about 7 years ago. This charter company isn't the run of the mill type of business. It's a boutique charter company that prides itself in customer service. From the moment you step off the plane in Sitka until the day you leave, you are treated with the best customer service imaginable. The Captains at AU are all seasoned Captains. Each fishing group is assigned a hostess to make sure your needs are met. You have a car to use to sightsee, shop or go to dinner after a full day of fishing. The rooms have kitchens and porches have BBQ'S. There's not much, if anything, that they don't provide for you. I can't guarantee that you will catch your limit of fish each day but I can guarantee a great experience...

We enjoyed three days of fishing in August. Our group of 16 was well taken care of. Everyone was…read morefriendly and went out of their way to make us comfortable on the water and in the lodge. We have already booked next year's visit.

My mom had many issues with her trip. Hidden fees - 3% cc…read morefees not on contract or in any communication but charged to her credit card without authorization. Continental breakfast is advertised and all that was offered is bagels and toast, no protein which was expected with the continental breakfast expected. License not included in package price and limits on fishing not discussed prior to boarding the boat. Also, package states unlimited packaging of fish caught, but we were charged $10 per box of fish. Again, charged without any communication of these fees. Group of 2 treated considerably different than group of 12 on the trip. If you do not go fishing and stay at the lodge you will not be provided with lunch (and have no way to get food otherwise). The large group (a few people that stayed also) was provided lunch after group of 2 was told they would not get lunch because they stayed at the lodge instead of fishing that day. Also told new group was coming in early and we would have to be relocated to a hotel before our trip was over. This was very upsetting. As we paid for the entire stay prior to arrival. Paid over 3k per person, airfare and tip to boat captain, will not support this business again.

Great time for the whole family! We were able to gather up enough relatives for a party of six,…read moreenabling us to have a whole boat to ourselves. Our captain Nate must be related to Aquaman - he has an uncanny ability to know how long to fish one spot before trying another. First mate Malachi kept all lines untangled, all hooks baited, and made sure our fish were cleaned/filleted beyond restaurant quality. Back ashore, Kristi and her staff kept our bellies full with just-right family comfort food, and clean, quiet 4-start equiv hotel level accommodations for rest. Would def go again! Pro tip: Bring a seasick patch (Scopolamine). I'm normally sea-sensitive, but between the patch and Nate's boatmanship, I had no problems whatsoever.

Five solid stars! This trip to Sitka and the Cascade Creek Inn exceeded all my expectations. We…read morehad a group of six friends, four from Hawaii and two from Sacramento, and we met in Sitka for what turned out to be an epic fishing adventure. The staff at the inn was friendly and accommodating from the very start it seemed that there was nothing they wouldn't do to make our stay enjoyable. Our lodging was more than comfortable with the added bonus of a fantastic view that gets even better when the sun sets. Our hosts, Rich and Karen Kraft, are the nicest couple that take the time to get to know you and make sure there isn't more they can do for you. Courtney and Cameron assists you in the day to day things like shuttling you to the boat and the market if needed. Christie is the awesome chef that provides you with delicious breakfasts and gourmet dinners. Her desserts are to die for, the cheesecake with raspberry sauce being my favorite. She even bakes cookies and crumbles for you to eat on the boat. The fishing turned out to be catching on our trip. Captain Tyler, who is the Kraft's son, is second to none in Sitka. I truly believe we boated more fish in the four days of fishing than any other charter. He expertly put us on the fish every day even when the conditions were rough, and the conditions were pretty rough the last two days. We even limited out on silvers (36) and halibut (6) on the second day by 1:00. We all went home with 92 pounds of salmon and halibut filets. Then there is Caleb our deckhand. Caleb does everything from baiting lines to netting fish to cleaning the catch and making awesome sandwiches made to order. We are very grateful to meet such a fine hardworking young man. I highly recommend this family run Inn/charter to everyone. You absolutely cannot go wrong and you will have an enjoyable experience.

Last fall, I had the pleasure of joining Alaska Adventures on a fishing charter. Up until that…read morepoint the only fishing I had done was getting my husband's fly rod caught in the trees along the rivers in Colorado and the Pacific Northwest. The crew at Alaska Adventures helped me feel comfortable and relaxed as we went out to some prime fishing spots even after they noticed I brought a banana on board! I ended up bringing home 2 large silver salmon and my colleagues each brought home two as well. We saved one of our for Christmas dinner and it was absolutely delicious. I highly recommend joining Alaska Adventures if you are looking for the trip of a lifetime!

Came to Alaska for our 30th Anniversary & Sitka was one of our stops. We booked the fishing trip…read morewith Sam several weeks ago & she was great to work with. We were put with Captain Ryan & he was exceptional, on top of his game with everything. We had an awesome day catching lots of fish with a volcano in the back drop...everything we hoped for. On the way back he stopped for us to enjoy a beautiful whale show! A great day for a few Florida flatlanders that love to fish! We would most definitely book with them again on a future trip! Look them up, you won't be disappointed!

Tyler was incredible. Whole experience was amazing. Can't speak highly enough about our experience.read more

Our group annually fishes Sitka - we have now for twelve years. We have tried several other…read moreoutfitters and are set on Islandview as our favorite. Whether it's your first or tenth trip - Islandview covers everything with class and expertise. We also prefer fishing with our own poles versus taking turns with downriggers. Location is the best - staff is wonderful. Heading back again this summer - our group of six always rebook immediately. I have other friends that want to go but with the experience our group has - I am not sure we will ever have an opening! Great work Islandview Team!

This was our fifth fishing trip with Captain Mike Reif aboard the Sea Roamer in Sitka, Alaska, and…read moreonce again, Mike delivered an absolutely outstanding experience. At this point, we've fished with enough guides to know the difference between a good charter captain and a truly exceptional one--and Mike is in a class of his own. The fact that we keep coming back year after year says everything. Mike consistently works harder than anyone to put his clients on fish, and he never disappoints. His knowledge of the local waters, tides, weather patterns, and fish behavior is second to none. Every trip feels like fishing with a trusted friend who also happens to be one of the best captains in Alaska. This trip was phenomenal. We caught our limits of King Salmon, Halibut, and Rockfish, making for an unforgettable day on the water. Mike always seems to know exactly where the fish are and what it takes to get them biting. His experience, work ethic, and dedication to his clients are evident from the moment you leave the dock until you're heading home with full coolers and great memories. The Sea Roamer is clean, comfortable, well-maintained, and fully equipped for a first-class fishing experience. Safety, professionalism, and customer service are clearly top priorities. What truly sets Mike apart is that he genuinely cares about the experience his guests have. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a first-timer, he makes the day enjoyable, educational, and successful. It's rare to find someone who combines exceptional fishing skills with such great hospitality and professionalism. If you're looking for the best charter fishing experience in Sitka, Alaska, look no further than Captain Mike Reif and the Sea Roamer. Five trips later, we can confidently say Mike never disappoints, and we'll absolutely be back again.

We went back to Sitka for another fishing trip with Sea Roamer and had a great time. Caught a 23…read morepound salmon and lots of halibut. The scenery is fabulous and the captain and crew are wonderful.

OUTSTANDING Whale Watching Experience! If you're visiting…read moreSitka and want to see whales and other marine life up close, book with Gallant Adventures! Captain Paul is incredible -- he knows the area inside and out, understands wildlife behavior, and shares fascinating insights throughout the trip. Our group of five had the perfect setup: a comfortable, well-kept boat with plenty of room. We asked Capt. Paul all manner of questions and he shared so much information about the marine life and the geology. We got to see Up close whales, and otters and seals, and we went into a great cave to see birds. The views were beautiful, it was a magical tour. Everything about the experience was top-notch. Highly recommend! Once in a life time kind of thing!

We joined Captain Paul Davis and this personable tour exceeded our dreams! The whales were out in…read moregroups and the captain knew where to find them- what to look for, and we had the best experience I've ever had on a wildlife tour! Highly recommend!