Puffin Inn Of AnchoragevsThe Lakefront Anchorage
Both hotels are highly recommended by professionals. Overall, The Lakefront Anchorage ranks significantly higher than Puffin Inn of Anchorage. The Lakefront Anchorage comes in at 81 with recommendations from 5 reviewers like Lonely Planet, Fodor's and Star Service.
Puffin Inn Of Anchorage
4400 Spenard Road, Anchorage, AK 99517
From $59/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
Lonely Planet
"Offers free 24-hour airport shuttle as well as four tiers of fine rooms, from 26 sardine-can economy rooms to full suites." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This popular motel-style place near the international airport offers simple but comfortable accommodation in the heart of the quirky district of Spenard."
Oyster
Budget
"Several types of rooms are spread among three separate buildings, but they’re all simple and some have exterior corridors...it also has guest laundry facilities, a business center" Full review
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Pets are welcome for a fee.
The Lakefront Anchorage
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 Report
5.0
"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"