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The Lakefront AnchoragevsHistoric Anchorage Hotel
Both Historic Anchorage Hotel and The Lakefront Anchorage are recommended by writers. On balance, Historic Anchorage Hotel is the choice of most professionals compared to The Lakefront Anchorage. Historic Anchorage Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 81 with recommendations from 5 sources including Frommer's, Fodor's and Lonely Planet.
The Lakefront Anchorage
Frommer's
Star Service
Fodor's
Gayot
U.S. News & World Report
Lonely Planet
Independent
4800 Spenard Road, Anchorage, AK 99517-323
From $95/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "Large, full-service hotel.... rooms are large and attractively decorated, but mostly without views." Full review
Star Service "This modernized hotel is situated on the shore of Spenard Lake and within a few minutes of Anchorage's airport." Full review
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Upon passing through the front doors, arrivals will be sure that they have left the harsh elements outside.
Fodor's "Formerly the Millennium Alaskan Hotel but still part of the upscale Millennium chain, this property received a major inside and outside renovation to accompany its new branding." Full review
Gayot "Handsome guest rooms and gorgeous lakefront views draw guests seeking nature and nurture in one comfy setting."
U.S. News & World Report5.0
"The guest rooms at The Lakefront Anchorage - A Millennium Hotel feature free Wi-Fi access, smart TVs, in-room safes and coffee makers, while suites come with separate living areas." Full review
Lonely Planet "A large, 250-room resort with a woodsy lodge feel overlooking Lake Spenard...all rooms are large with king or full beds. There's a decent pub with a great deck for imbibing on sunny evenings." Full review
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PETA members take note: there are stuffed animals, trophy mounts and large fish everywhere.
Independent "The Lakefront Anchorage is situated right beside Lake Hood...the restaurant, The Fancy Moose, also has a patio that is perfect for sampling a drink"
Historic Anchorage Hotel Fodor's Lonely Planet Star Service Gayot Frommer's Independent
330 E Street, Anchorage, AK 99501
From $103/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Fitness Center
- Family Friendly
Fodor's "The little building has been around since 1916, and experienced travelers call it the only hotel in Anchorage with charm." Full review
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Request a corner room if possible; rooms facing the street may have traffic noise.
Lonely Planet "Classy and personal, this boutique hotel has charming ambience and excellent customer service." Full review
Star Service "This property shares a street corner with its looming neighbor, the Hilton Anchorage." Full review
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All rooms come with desks, flat-screen TVs, free wireless high-speed Internet access, phones offering data ports and free local calls, microwaves (available upon request), coffeemakers, hair dryers and morning papers.
Gayot "As the name suggests, this heritage hotels offers a glimpse in Anchorage's storied past."
Frommer's "They all feature cushy beds with dark wood headboards, Queen Anne-style furniture and much patterned fabric. Suites have kitchenettes." Full review
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Note: Ask for a room in the rear, as front rooms can be noisy.
Independent "The three-star Historic Anchorage Hotel offers another step back in time – the staff even tell ghost stories from the property – and it bills itself as the premier boutique hotel in downtown Anchorage"
