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Queen room, 2 queen beds
C$ 115
Double room, 2 double beds
C$ 117
Standard Room, bed type unknown
C$ 123
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Overview

The Puffin Inn of Anchorage offers lodge-inspired accommodations with free breakfast and free parking for all visitors. Located in Spenard, this hotel is close to Bootlegger Cave, Lake Hood Harbor, Pop Carr Park, the Alaska Aviation Heritage Museum, and plenty of restaurants and local shops. Guests can also visit Earthquake Park, Jewel Lake, and the Westchester Lagoon Overlook.

There are 85 guest rooms at this non-smoking inn, which has a fitness center and a 24-hour business center available. There is also a lobby lounge area with a fireplace and coffee and tea are available in the lobby. The front desk provides 24-hour reception and other guest services. There is a public computer station for guest use and laundry service is available.

Complimentary hotel-wide WiFi is provided at the Puffin Inn of Anchorage. There is a free airport shuttle at this property, which is about five minutes from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport. The Alaska Railroad Depot is also just minutes away. Pets are allowed at this property with a limit of two per room. Other restrictions may also apply. Children stay free with existing bedding.

The hotel offers guest laundry facilities and free daily newspapers. Air conditioning is provided in all guest rooms, along with a microwave and refrigerator. There is also a coffee maker, blackout curtains, premium bedding, a desk, and a flat-screen TV with premium channels. Free local calls and complimentary toiletries are also provided. Daily housekeeping and luggage storage are also available.

6.3
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1075 reviews

Latest deals for Puffin Inn Of Anchorage

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Queen room, 2 queen beds
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Deluxe room, bed type unknown
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Double room, 2 double beds
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Deluxe room, 1 twin bed
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Queen room, bed type unknown
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Standard Room, bed type unknown
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Double room, bed type unknown
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Standard Room, bed type unknown
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Deluxe room, 2 queen beds
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Queen room, 2 queen beds
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Standard Room, bed type unknown
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Queen room, 2 queen beds
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Queen room, 2 queen beds
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Standard Room, bed type unknown
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Queen room, 2 queen beds
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Deluxe room, 2 queen beds
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Amenities at Puffin Inn Of Anchorage

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Private bathroom
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Coffee machine
  • Air-conditioned
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Business centre
  • Internet
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Reviews of Puffin Inn Of Anchorage

6.3
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1075 verified ratings
Wonderful
281
Very good
146
Good
136
Okay
112
Fair
114
Mediocre
92
Poor
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6.0
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Anonymous, May 2025
Room was tiny and the door lock had any issue Breakfast was typical, airport shuttle was convenient staff was friendly and apologetic about the lock issue. Didn’t need it but food options nearby.
2.0
Poor
Anonymous, Sep 2024
I like that is close to airport. It’s great not having to drive after a long flight. The sheets could be clean. You can tell and smell how dirty they are. As soon as I pulls the sheets off the fitted ...
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2.2
Poor
Jason, Jun 2020
Pros (+) Staff was mostly polite
Cons (-) Musty towels, constantly non functional internet,smelly sheets, noisy room, old out of date, overpriced hotel.
4.0
Mediocre
Anonymous, Apr 2019
Pros (+) Price was okay at $54
Cons (-) Stayed 2 nights, floor wasn’t clean(dog food on floor), wasn’t vacuumed in two days, mini fridge had frozen and broken beer bottles inside, dark black stuff on walls in shower and in windows. Room was...
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7.4
Good
Anonymous, Nov 2016
Pros (+) Great staff Everyone works with what they've got Cheap and easy Close to airport 24 hour shuttle I got a late check out as I arrived after midnight. Stored luggage for me after I moved out. Price is r...
Cons (-) That old, familiar motel smell in the room .
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Location

4400 Spenard Road, Anchorage, AK 99517

What's nearby

  • Alaska Aviation Heritage Museum1.8 km
  • Delaney Park4.2 km
  • Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center4.5 km
  • William A. Egan Civic & Convention Center4.9 km
  • Fifth Avenue Mall4.9 km
  • Anchorage Museum4.9 km
  • 4th Avenue Theater5 km
  • United States Federal Building and Courthouse5 km
  • Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race5 km
  • Dimond Center5.6 km
  • Port of Anchorage6.3 km
  • University of Alaska-Anchorage6.3 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Puffin Inn Of Anchorage

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April
August
C$ 211
C$ 331
Cheapest month to stay with an average 57% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 91% rise in price.
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Which month has the cheapest rates at Puffin Inn Of Anchorage?

The cheapest month to stay at Puffin Inn Of Anchorage is February, with an average nightly rate of C$ 113. The most expensive month is August at C$ 448 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Puffin Inn Of Anchorage?

The cheapest day to book Puffin Inn Of Anchorage is Thursday, with an average nightly rate of C$ 106. The most expensive day is Saturday at C$ 419 per night.

How far in advance should you book Puffin Inn Of Anchorage?

To get the best price at Puffin Inn Of Anchorage, book around 7 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 19% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Puffin Inn Of Anchorage

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Puffin Inn Of Anchorage, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in April and December.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Puffin Inn Of Anchorage, plan to stay on a Thursday or Friday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Puffin Inn Of Anchorage was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 176, while the most expensive was C$ 176.
  • How long should you stay at Puffin Inn Of Anchorage? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Puffin Inn Of Anchorage

  • What sets the Puffin Inn of Anchorage apart from other Anchorage accommodations?

    From the moment you walk into the lobby of the Puffin Inn of Anchorage, you are swept away by an adventurous Alaskan vibe. The vaulted ceiling, stuffed bears ready for action, and comfortable furniture situated in front of a grand fireplace welcome you. Public areas, the grand staircase, and guest rooms are decorated with both black-and-white and color photos of Alaskan terrain and wildlife, reminding you of the adventure waiting just outside. Paintings of puffins on the wall, pots of flowers, and blankets and drapes in the room add splashes of color. The Puffin Inn of Anchorage provides affordable comfort with an undeniable Alaskan ambiance.

  • What is the pet policy at the Puffin Inn of Anchorage?

    The Puffin Inn of Anchorage welcomes guests with either cats or dogs. The weight limit of each pet is 40 lbs. There is a non-refundable fee per night, per pet, as well as a refundable deposit. Since guests with pets will be assigned to pet-friendly rooms, and there are only a limited number of those, make sure you indicate when you make your reservation that you want a pet-friendly room. Pets must be leashed or carried through public areas of the hotel; guests may not leave pets unattended in guest rooms; and guests with pets that disturb other guests will be asked to leave.

  • What family-friendly amenities does the Puffin Inn of Anchorage feature?

    At the Puffin Inn of Anchorage, children are allowed to stay free with paying adults, as long as no extra bedding is required. The whole family will enjoy the free continental breakfast buffet served in a gorgeous dining area in the grand rotunda, which also houses the lobby and the front desk. You can get ready for the day by enjoying muffins, waffles, yogurt, cereal, bagels, coffee, juices, and fruits. If you want to pack light but keep clean, even after days of adventuring, the whole family can use the laundry facilities available. And when you need transportation to and from the airport, the whole family can pile into the free airport shuttle.

  • What are the different levels of accommodations available at the Puffin Inn of Anchorage?

    The Puffin Inn of Anchorage offers four different levels of accommodations. Deluxe rooms are in the main building, and some feature a sitting area and/or a Jacuzzi. The building housing the deluxe rooms is three stories with an elevator and interior corridors. The annex rooms are in a building a half block from the main hotel, providing perfect accommodation for wedding parties or other groups. Moderate rooms feature the amenities of deluxe rooms, but in more of a motel setting, where rooms have exterior entrances. Economy rooms are in the oldest section of the hotel, built in the 1950s but since renovated.

  • Does the Puffin Inn of Anchorage feature any accessibility adaptations?

    The Puffin Inn of Anchorage is proud to both meet and exceed the requirements stipulated by the ADA and offers accessible accommodation in all four types of guest rooms. Service animals are allowed and are not charged a deposit or fee, and the lobby, breakfast area, and business center are all accessible. Smoke detectors have a flashing light. Accessible rooms have either one queen bed or one queen bed and one twin bed, and the bathrooms have toilets with handrails. Accessible bathrooms either have a roll-in shower stall with an adjustable shower head or a combination of a tub and shower with an adjustable shower head, a hand bar, and a tub seat.

  • Where is Puffin Inn Of Anchorage located?

    Puffin Inn Of Anchorage is located at 4400 Spenard Road in Spenard, 4.8 km from the centre of Anchorage. Alaska Aviation Heritage Museum is the closest landmark to Puffin Inn Of Anchorage.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Puffin Inn Of Anchorage?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Puffin Inn Of Anchorage.

  • Does Puffin Inn Of Anchorage offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Puffin Inn Of Anchorage offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Puffin Inn Of Anchorage offer free parking?

    Yes, Puffin Inn Of Anchorage offers free parking.

  • Does Puffin Inn Of Anchorage offer free airport shuttle service?

    Yes, Puffin Inn Of Anchorage offers free airport shuttle service.

  • How far is Puffin Inn Of Anchorage from the airport?

    Puffin Inn Of Anchorage is 3.1 km from Anchorage. Puffin Inn Of Anchorage is 97.8 km from Kenai.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Puffin Inn Of Anchorage hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Puffin Inn Of Anchorage in Anchorage and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Puffin Inn Of Anchorage and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Puffin Inn Of Anchorage.

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Distance to downtown

Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

4.8 km
Anchorage
3.1 km