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Marina Motel

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, steps from Seward Boat Harbor

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BBQ/picnic area
BBQ/picnic area
Superior Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Room amenity
Point of interest
Deluxe Studio | Living area | Smart TV

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1603 Seward Highway, Seward, AK, 99664
  • Place, Seward Boat Harbor
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Seward Waterfront Park
    ‪14 min walk‬

Room options

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Superior Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Studio | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Comfort Studio Suite, Microwave | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Studio Suite, Microwave

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Seward

Marina Motel places you next to Seward Boat Harbor and a short stroll from other popular sights like Seward Waterfront Park. This 31-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and concierge services.
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What's nearby

  • Seward Boat Harbor - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Seward Waterfront Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Seward Community Library & Museum - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl. Airport (ANC) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cookery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Firebrand BBQ - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Breeze Inn Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ray's Waterfront - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Highliner Restaurant - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Marina Motel

Motel with free parking, steps from Seward Boat Harbor
Guests staying at Marina Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, and a picnic area. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and concierge services. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and Smart TVs with digital channels. Microwaves, desks, and free toiletries are also available. 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 uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
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.
  • 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and 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.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Marina Motel
Marina Motel Seward
Marina Seward
Marina Motel Motel
Marina Motel Seward
Marina Motel Motel Seward

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of Marina Motel?

This motel is located in Seward, just steps from Seward Boat Harbor. You'll also find Seward Waterfront Park and Two Lakes Park less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Marina Motel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Marina Motel have a casino?

No, Marina Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Marina Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Marina Motel?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a smart TV as well as a nature reserve and concierge services.

Are there hot tubs at Marina Motel?

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

Does Marina Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Marina Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Marina Motel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Marina Motel for a fee of USD 25 per pet, per day. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Marina Motel?

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

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Marina Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Marina Motel.

Marina Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 555 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 180 out of 555 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 131 out of 555 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 79 out of 555 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 555 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

rob

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Los Alamitos

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and adequate room with refrigerator. Good location with a short walk to the Seward Harbor area and a 20 minute drive to the Kenai Fjords Exit Glacier trailhead. Very welcoming, friendly and helpful reception (Diana). It was a minimalist facility, so there is no exercise room or guest laundry, but it was not a problem. It has a quaint 24 hour coffee room adjacent to the check-in lobby. My group enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff are extremely friendly, the coffee area was amazing and the place was easy to park and navigate
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Maria, Phoenix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Steep three steps to get to my ‘ground’ room had a broken handrail (& a broken towel bar). The outside broken handrail base was held upright with rocks at the base. You can see the wood is rotten & they are trying to hide it. I almost fell twice going down the steep stairs. FIX IT!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Only reason be took a hotel, we just came out of a backpacking trip from Denali. So we were craving a hot shower. We got hot water for 15 sec and then it turned cold, then it got warm again for 15 seconds and so forth. The bathroom was so narrow you had to sit sideways on the toilet. The bathroom was very tired, the bedroom was better, at least it was spacy. It seemed clean, but usually a tired looking room also makes it look dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Judy

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
The gal at the check in was very friendly and helpful. The room was clean with comfortable beds. They had a little coffee "nook" by the front desk since there was no coffee maker in rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tao

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is clean and quiet. In walking distance to the boat harbor.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
Location was ideal. Ran "hot" water for longer than a half hour and water never even got warm.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Don, Denver

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Tough to assess. The property was close to where we needed to be. The folks working there were super nice and efficient. Room was a bit worn, but probably par for the course in Seward. Quick checkin and checkout. But this hotel was full of freakin' right-wing, Trump-lovin' white trash that felt obligated to party oitside their rooms until midnight. Not sure if i was in Alaska or Arkansas. But I cant hold the hotel responsible for their low IQ clientele.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph, Norway

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuhui

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean, staff is friendly and helpful. Very present stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager was were accommodating. She was very polite and helpfull
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Philip

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We could not possibly have stayed in the room we had booked due to the faulty lighting. One light didn't work and the other was a headache inducing striplight that constantly flashed. Unfortunately, there was no maintenance person or manager on site to deal with it and all other rooms were full. Eventually, we received a refund and managed to fund another place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Mixed, But I’d Come Back

I stayed here because it is just steps from the train depot. Check in was very friendly. Bed is Good. Room needs maintenance. Ni housekeeping during my four nights here. (That’s fine with me.) Best soup and hot dogs in town right across the street.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

LeAnne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was extremely accommodating, kind & wonderful. Marina Motel is a one story building - so no stair which is great for us older people. They have a small coffee station available stocked with Keurig coffee, hot cocoa, & tea. Diana took extra time to help us which we really appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

sandra, Anchorage

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old, tiny crowded bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

don

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Debbie

Noisy parking lot , too hot in room and can’t adjust temperature, knob fell off tub faucet, tub and sink very slow to drain, shower head pointed to wall and not adjustable. Terrible accommodations and way too expensive!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ronald

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very aged property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ronnie

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

Short Stay In Seward,AK

Great location within walking distance of the fishing docks. Pretty clean, but motel is very dated with their security. Had a physical room key that could be easily copied. Very small bathroom and bathtub. The door pictured in the bathroom had a big gap and a guest hallway was on the other side. I’m sure everything we did in the bathroom was heard by anybody in that hallway. They did have self service towels and toiletries which were good quality and very convenient! Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Nice vintage mini fridge in the room was appreciated. Room was very hot, not sure why, but we just opened the windows and it was fine. We stayed in the busy season for 2 nights, $645.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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