Alaska Glacier Lodge

4.0 star property

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Front of property
Meeting facility
Breakfast area
Cabin, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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29979 E Knik River Rd, Palmer, AK, 99645
  • Place, Barbel Lake
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Reindeer Farm
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Colony House Museum
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

Cabin, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Cabin, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cabin, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Palmer

Alaska Glacier Lodge places you 14.7 mi (23.6 km) from Bodenburg Butte and 14.9 mi (23.9 km) from Reindeer Farm. This 22-room, 4-star lodge has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Barbel Lake - 13 min drive - 11.1 miles
  • Reindeer Farm - 25 min drive - 19.9 miles
  • Colony House Museum - 36 min drive - 27.4 miles
  • Mat-Su Visitors Center - 37 min drive - 27.6 miles
  • Musk Ox Farm - 39 min drive - 30.4 miles

Getting around

  • Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ravens Perch - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Alaska Glacier Lodge

At Alaska Glacier Lodge, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, and a terrace. Free parking is included with your stay. Front-desk staff can assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a gift shop, and a banquet hall.
Guests can expect 19-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. Refrigerators and coffee makers are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Dial-up internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Raven Perch

Things to do

  • Helicopter/airplane tours

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (29 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 19-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during April, November, December, January, February, and March:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Knik Lodge
Knik River Lodge
Knik River Lodge Palmer
Knik River Palmer
Knik River Hotel Anchorage
Knik River Lodge
Alaska Glacier Lodge Lodge
Alaska Glacier Lodge Palmer
Alaska Glacier Lodge Lodge Palmer

Frequently asked questions

Will I be able to park at Alaska Glacier Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the lodge.

Does Alaska Glacier Lodge have a casino?

No, Alaska Glacier Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Alaska Glacier Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this lodge.

Is Alaska Glacier Lodge good for couples?

Couples staying at this lodge will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and Netflix as well as a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Alaska Glacier Lodge?

No, this lodge doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Alaska Glacier Lodge have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Alaska Glacier Lodge doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Alaska Glacier Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Alaska Glacier Lodge though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Alaska Glacier Lodge?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this lodge.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Alaska Glacier Lodge?

Yes, every guestroom at Alaska Glacier Lodge comes with a porch/lanai and some offer mountain views.

Alaska Glacier Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 149 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 149 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 149 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 149 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 149 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

M Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful place to stay. Great accommodations and amazing scenery. Loving our stay.
View from our cabin.
Moose
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful views, loved watching the helicopters come in and leave. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place is clean and surrounded with mountains and glacier. If you want solitude, this is the place. The helicopter ride here is so convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Estefania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the breakfast which was included… the view and how clean and unique the rooms are.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

almira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Benjamen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views! Cabins are lovely and up to date. I wish we had a ceiling fan, but that was my only complaint. Breakfast was filling as well
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Priyanka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very scenic
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views and awsome little cabins, so fun to watch the helicopters coming and going
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Antony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place in Alaska

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Neat stay in conjunction with helicopter/dogsled tour
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice cabin.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Clifford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needed honey
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
best cabin resort i ever been!!! and at a great price
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alivelu Manjuloka Priyanka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good view
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Freta

Liked: Amenities
We loved the views and the cabin was awesome. Will definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Isolation. I love it!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The amazing views!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place!!

Great place to stay. Do the helicopter tour if you can!!! It’s totally amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Alaska 2nd round

The scenery was beautiful. The room was nice, clean and comfortable. We saw a moose on the way to the Lodge just as the advertisement. Loved it. Knik River area beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful and the cabins clean and comfortable. The staff was friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting . Not much around there so need a car if staying more than one night. A full service restaurant would be nice but food was decent. Deck has great views. Fun to watch helicopters take off and land.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A really pretty out of the way lodge, beautiful scenery, outstanding cabins and clean as a whistle.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Hector

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
We did not get our beds made during our stay! I thought it was a hotel, not a camping.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025