Hotel Seward

2.5 star property
Historic hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Executive Double Queen | 3 bedrooms, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dinner served, Fusion cuisine, alfresco dining
Family House, 3 Bedrooms | Living area | 40-inch TV with cable channels
Dinner served, Fusion cuisine, alfresco dining
Reception

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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221 5th Ave, Seward, AK, 99664
  • Place, Seward Waterfront Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Alaska SeaLife Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Seward Boat Harbor
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Queen

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(53 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Family House, 3 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Historic Queen w/ Private Bath

7.4 out of 10
Good
(29 reviews)
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive King

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Double Queen

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Historic Queen w/ Shared Bathroom, No Elevator

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Queen Economy Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Queen Handicap

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Single Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Historic 2 Twin w/ Shared Bathroom, No Elevator

  • 142 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Seward

Hotel Seward places you next to Seward Community Library & Museum and Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center. This 58-room hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Seward Waterfront Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Alaska SeaLife Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Seward Boat Harbor - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Lowell Point State Recreation Site - 9 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl. Airport (ANC) - 146 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Breeze Inn Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Firebrand BBQ - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Ray's Waterfront - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Highliner Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Cookery - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Seward

Historic hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
Hotel Seward features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a meeting room. There's free parking and a free train station shuttle. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with concierge services and luggage storage. This historic hotel also has laundry facilities.
40-inch TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Free local calls 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: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle from 11:30 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Free cruise terminal shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Fifth Avenue Bistro & Bar

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with cable channels

More

  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal and train station; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include 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: 4:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free shuttle service to and from the train station. 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Seward
Seward Hotel
Hotel Seward Hotel
Hotel Seward Seward
Hotel Seward Hotel Seward

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel Seward?

Hotel Seward offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Seward?

As of Oct 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Seward on Nov 9, 2025 start from $134.1, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see near Hotel Seward?

Guests positively rate the hotel's walkable location in Seward, just steps from Seward Waterfront Park and Seward Community Library & Museum, and within a short walk of Alaska SeaLife Center. You'll also find Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center and Chugach Heritage Center less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Hotel Seward?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Hotel Seward have a casino at the property?

No, Hotel Seward doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Seward?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hotel Seward good for couples?

At this historic hotel, couples will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant with al fresco dining plus some guestrooms include bay views.

Does Hotel Seward have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Hotel Seward have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Hotel Seward doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Hotel Seward allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Seward.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Seward?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hotel Seward?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a furnished balcony where guests can enjoy bay or mountain views.

Hotel Seward Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 460 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 296 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 111 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 73 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 65 out of 1005 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

AMYSON

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Room service wasn’t the best since room not ready until well street checking in. They have breakfast voucher for delay and everything would have been ok. But rooms were still not that great and room service was also missing. But we were there only for 2 nights so not a big deal for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gale

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There are two sides of this property. One is old with small rooms and loud rooms. The other is refurbished and very nice. We were very disappointed the first night until they moved us to the new section of the hotel. Location is great within the town. Book the new side stay away from the old side.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connor

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alexander, Granada Hills

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clifford, Fernandina Beach

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Comfortable, quiet, and very nice people. Convenient to everything on Seward. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dennis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Fun in seward

No air conditioning The Bistro was excellent. Nice menu and good wines.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room wasn't ready for 4pm checkin, as someone else was in it; front desk said they'd be gone by 5pm, then would clean room and it would be ready by 5:30. They did tell us we can check out at 12:30pm instead of 11am. Ice machine not working. Water in shower either too hot or too cold (mixing valve on faucet not working?)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ted

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The food in the bistro restaurant was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
T
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katy

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a beautiful city.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

LeAnn

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, historic property. Very clean and welcoming and the room was nice. I would give it a 5 but the bed was very hard and we didn’t sleep well - and that’s why we were there - so overall great experience but wow, the bed not so much .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely helpful. The shuttle service was great too.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Joy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is good for those who like to walk.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Roleeta

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The location of the hotel is very convenient in downtown, the staff was very helpful, although management seems disorganized. The building is historic yet recently updated and comfortable. Our stay was very nice and i would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lise Marie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was little slow with only one front desk agent. She was friendly and efficient. Room was clean, decent-sized, and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haruno, Pebble Beach

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARILYN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025