Van Gilder Hotel, Seward ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

308 Adams Street, Seward, Alaska, United States, 99664-0609

Van Gilder Hotel, a historic 2-star establishment in Seward, features Victorian-style furnishings and convenient access to local attractions. The hotel offers shared and private bathrooms, along with free WiFi and an onsite art gallery.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Van Gilder Hotel include a variety of configurations, featuring antique style brass beds and in-room sinks. Some upgraded rooms have private bathrooms, while shared facilities are available for others. The cozy parlor and lobby feature a piano, enhancing the historic ambiance of this traditional hotel.

Dining & Nearby Options

Dining options near Van Gilder Hotel include Discovery Cafe and Peking Chinese Restaurant, both within 0.2 miles. Additionally, local shops and eateries are easily accessible for varied culinary experiences.

Leisure & Activities

Guests at the hotel can engage in outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing, taking advantage of Seward's rich wildlife, including Humpback Whales and Orcas. Kenai Fjords National Park is just a mile away, offering stunning natural scenery.

Transportation & Local Area

Transportation options include nearby bus stops, making access to the town and surrounding areas convenient. Attractions like Resurrection Bay and Mt. Marathon are within walking distance and provide a range of outdoor experiences.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Double Room

Max:

2 persons

21 m²

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

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Two Queen

Max:

5 persons

14 m²

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2 King Size Beds

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Two Full Beds

Max:

4 persons

21 m²

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2 Double beds

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City Centre

Seward200 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Room

“The room featured a large, conveniently placed bench that made unpacking and packing my suitcase a breeze.” view full review

Cozy Atmosphere

“The hotel's unique old-world charm added character, creating a cozy atmosphere that felt welcoming and warm.” view full review

Spotless Cleanliness

“The bathroom was immaculate, providing a refreshing space to relax and unwind after a long day of activities.” view full review

Great Kitchenette

“The self-catering facilities were excellent, allowing me to prepare meals comfortably during my stay.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free parking
Off-site car park
No pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Fishing

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

308 Adams Street, Seward, Alaska, United States, 99664-0609

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308 Adams Street, Seward, Alaska, United States, 99664-0609

City landmarks

Seward

Mt. Marathon

1.1 km

Park

Waterfront Park

1.1 km

14823007

Lowell Creek Waterfall

1.1 km

Dairy Hill Lane

Benny Benson Memorial Park

1.8 km

537 1st Ave

Mt. Marathon Jeep Trail

640 m

1300 4th Ave

Seward Boat Harbor

1.9 km

Mount Marathon Trail

990 m

Two Lakes Park

1.6 km

The Lagoon

1.7 km

Resurrection River

3.4 km

13890 Beach Drive Lowell Point

Miller's Landing

3.6 km

Mount Marathon

3.7 km

14150 Pinnacle View Rd

Lowell Point State Recreation Site

3.7 km

Tonsina Creek Trail

4.6 km

Nearby

Aquarium

Alaska SeaLife Center

450 m

Library

Seward Community Library & Museum

250 m

Seward

Resurrection Bay

550 m

Church

Resurrection Lutheran Church

270 m

501 Railway Ave

Chugach Heritage Center

400 m

Gallery

Resurrection Bay Galerie

410 m

Restaurants

The Highliner Restaurant

40 m

303 Adams Street

Resurrect Art Coffee House

80 m

320 3rd Avenue

Discovery Cafe

110 m

Mile 165 Hope Rd

The Sea Bean

160 m

225 Fourth Ave

Ranting Raven Gallery

140 m

238 4th Avenue

Sea Bean Cafe

180 m

225 4th Ave

The Cookery

290 m

209 5th Ave

Peking Chinese Restaurant

220 m

338 Fourth Ave

The Lone Chicharron Taqueria

170 m

215 4th

Seward Brewing Company

290 m

139 Fourth Avenue

Mrs Genes Place

290 m

221 5th Avenue

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

56%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Central location

Helpful service

Poor dining

Facilities need work

5.6/10

Guest rating

Rooms

5.0

Location

6.3

Service

9.0

Dining

5.0

3/5 based on 192 reviews

#13 of 15 hotels in Seward based on Tripadvisor

William

United States, December 2023

5.6/10

The hotel is conveniently located in the central business district, making walking around a breeze. The rooms were small but had wires hanging out of the ceiling. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, even offering us an extra room in the hotel's annex. The dining experience was poor, although they offered local seafood. The facilities need a bit of work, particularly in the entry hall and stairway.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were small and had wires hanging out of the ceiling, indicating a shared bathroom.

Service

9.0

The staff was very friendly and resourceful, assisting with an extra room and helpful information.

Location

7.0

The hotel is located close to everything, making walking a breeze, but needs a bit of work in terms of facilities.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was poor, but they offered local seafood options.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities need a bit of work, particularly in the entry hall and stairway.

Charles

United States, August 2023

5.0/10

The hotel was quite disappointing overall as the rooms were not well-maintained with wires hanging out of the ceiling and a general lack of cleanliness. The service, however, was extremely helpful and resourceful despite the spooky haunted rumors, and the location was central although needing some improvements. The dining experience was poor, and the facilities need work.

Rooms

5.0

The room had wires hanging out of the ceiling and was quite dusty, lacking cleanliness.

Service

9.0

Location

5.0

The location was central but needs improvement.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was poor.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities need work.

Central location

Poor dining

Nathan

United States, July 2023

7.0/10

Staying at this hotel was quite an experience. Dragging our suitcases up to the 2nd-floor room in the absence of an elevator was a bit challenging, but once inside, the room was surprisingly spacious and served our needs well. However, not being able to control the bathroom heat and having to share a communal bathroom were slight inconveniences.

Rooms

8.0

The room was 'roomy' and would serve anyone's needs very well.

Service

9.0

The service was extremely helpful and resourceful, providing us with an exceptional extra room in the hotel's annex.

Location

7.0

The hotel was centrally located, making walking around a breeze. The in-house manager seemed keen on encouraging return customers.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was limited to poorly made Moroccan pancakes.