Hotel Seward

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

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Executive Double Queen | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dinner served, Fusion cuisine, alfresco dining
Family House, 3 Bedrooms | Living area | 40-inch TV with cable channels
Reception
Dinner served, Fusion cuisine, alfresco dining

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

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Room options

Deluxe Double Queen

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

Historic Queen w/ Shared Bathroom, No Elevator

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe King

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

Deluxe Queen Handicap

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive King

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

Deluxe Queen Economy Room

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

Historic 2 Twin w/ Shared Bathroom, No Elevator

  • 142 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Historic Queen w/ Private Bath

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

Executive Double Queen

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

Deluxe Single Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Family House, 3 Bedrooms

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

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

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Highliner Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Harbor Street Creamery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ray's Waterfront - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Woody's Thai Kitchen - ‬12 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 luggage storage and concierge services. 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.

Languages

English

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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
  • 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.
  • 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

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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 Jul 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Seward on Aug 29, 2025 start from $224.1, 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 Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center and Seward Waterfront Park, and within a short walk of Alaska SeaLife Center. You'll also find Seward Community Library & Museum and Chugach Heritage Center less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park 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 a good place to stay 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.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Seward?

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

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 444 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 305 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 79 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 1007 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

Rebecca

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

10/10 Excellent

Luan

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

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

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
b
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Furkan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a beautiful room facing the ocean, had a nice kitchenette. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aleshia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Seward is a cute little hotel with lovely decor. Check in was quick and easy. Even got extra pillows delivered to our room as soon as requested. Will definitely be back to stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and to the point hotel. Safe and no nonsense
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Prior

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, small town, and very nice hotel for relatively cheap! Had a friend come with me and we had tons of options for things to do near by. Rooms were clean, staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Clean easily accessible and accommodating for children
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Human

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a great stay. The room was clean and comfortable. A few stray hairs in the bathroom but overall clean
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fine for a quick business trip.

Was there on business. The wifi is fine. The restaurant was not open. But the parking was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Dorina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Burton Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean quaint restaurants were close all around really nice
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

8/10 Good

Gayla

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming historic hotel with modern amenities. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

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