Hilton AnchoragevsColony Inn
Both hotels are recommended by professional reviewers. On balance, Hilton Anchorage scores significantly better than Colony Inn. Hilton Anchorage comes in at #13 in Anchorage with approval from 3 sources including Lonely Planet, Star Service and Gayot.
Hilton Anchorage
500 West Third Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501
From $125/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Lonely Planet
"The Hilton has the best location of any of the luxury hotels, right in the heart of downtown." Full review
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If you're going to pay this much, ask for a room with a view of Cook Inlet.
Star Service
"Situated between Third and Fourth avenues, this is the city's largest hotel, with more than 600 rooms in two towers." Full review
Gayot
"This reliable Hilton offers comfortable rooms, casual dining and a swimming pool."
U.S. News & World Report
8.0
"Recent guests praised this pet-friendly hotel’s customer service team, saying the staff was courteous and helpful. Amenities here include Alaskan art in the lobby, a fitness room, a business center." Full review
Colony Inn
325 E. Elmwood, Palmer, AK
From $116/night
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
- Refrigerator
Lonely Planet
"An old teacher's dorm built during Roosevelt's settling of the Matanuska Valley, the Colony Inn retains the feeling of its original purpose, minus the house mother." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The 12 rooms are spacious (especially the corner rooms), well kept and equipped with TVs, pedestal sinks and whirlpool tubs. There’s an inviting parlor for reading, furnished with antiques." Full review