Hotel Seward, Seward

Historical Character & Modern Upgrades

Established in 1905, Hotel Seward is a family-owned and operated property in downtown Seward. The hotel offers 38 renovated guest rooms with private bathrooms and 23 European-style units with ensuite or shared bathroom options. Guests experience the hotel's historical character through Victorian-style decor and taxidermy mounts in the lobby.

On-Site Dining

The Fifth Avenue Bistro & Bar serves dinner with a menu of fresh Alaskan-inspired dishes. The bar offers wine, champagne, and specialty cocktails. Special diet menus are available upon request.

Complimentary Transportation

Hotel Seward provides a complimentary shuttle to the Alaska Railroad Seward Depot, the Park Connection drop-off at the Gateway Hotel, the Small Boat Harbor, and the Seward Cruise Terminal. Free parking is available on-site. The hotel also offers luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The hotel is a short walk from the Alaska SeaLife Center, downtown shops, and restaurants. Exit Glacier, part of Kenai Fjords National Park, is 12.5 miles away. The front desk assists guests in booking fishing charters, glacier and wilderness cruises into Resurrection Bay, and kayaking tours.

Guest Amenities & Accessibility

The hotel has a fitness center and business center with meeting/banquet facilities. Rooms include a mini-fridge, coffee maker, and flat-screen TV. The property is wheelchair accessible with lower bathroom sinks, raised toilets, and grab rails, and it maintains a pet-free environment.

Highlights

History: Family-owned since 1905 with Victorian-style decor

Accommodations: 38 renovated private-bath rooms and 23 European-style units

Dining: Fifth Avenue Bistro & Bar serving fresh Alaskan cuisine

Transport: Complimentary shuttle to train depot, cruise terminal, and boat harbor

Location: Walk to Alaska SeaLife Center, 12.5 miles from Exit Glacier

Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible rooms and public areas