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Westmark AnchoragevsSpenard Hostel International
Both hotels are praised by travel writers. On balance, Spenard Hostel International ranks marginally better than Westmark Anchorage. Spenard Hostel International comes in at 77 with praise from 4 publications such as Rough Guide, DK Eyewitness and Lonely Planet.
Westmark Anchorage
Fodor's
Gayot
Star Service
U.S. News & World Report
720 W 5th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501
From $89/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Fodor's "Each room in this 13-story hotel undergoing renovation has a small private balcony: reserve a room or suite on the higher floors for the best mountain views." Full review
Gayot "A focus on business needs makes this hotel a popular choice for mid-size conferences and executive retreats."
Star Service "This hotel is located 6 mi from Anchorage International Airport and 1 mi from the railway station." Full review
U.S. News & World Report "The Westmark Anchorage Hotel is located across the street from the Alaska Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Anchorage. The hotel is also just two blocks from the Dena'ina Civic..." Full review
Spenard Hostel International
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
Frommer's
2845 W 42nd Ave, Anchorage, AK 99517
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Laundy Room
- Free Parking
- Kitchenette
DK Eyewitness "This friendly hostel with laundry and cooking facilities is the best low-budget accommodation in Anchorage."
Rough Guide "Friendly suburban hostel with nearby mall... cheap bike rental, free wi-fi, no curfew."
Lonely Planet "This friendly, independent hostel is near the airport and has 24-hour check-in – great for red-eye arrivals in Alaska." Full review
Frommer's "Rather than the rules-oriented and gritty feeling of many hostels, the Spendar Hostel feels more like well-kept communal housing, with guests respected and treated to good facilities" Full review
