19 Best Hotels in Juneau, the Inside Passage, and Southeast Alaska, Alaska

Made up of of seven properties on and around this historic street, this is one of Ketchikan's best downtown lodging options, offering a variety of accommodations, including delightfully old-school rooms with water views in the historic New York Hotel. Though a bit the small side, they have character in spades, honoring the building's 100-year history: one-of-a-kind antique furnishings, cozy quilts on the queen beds, and tile floors with pedestal sinks in the bathrooms. The popular New York Café is right downstairs. Just over the bridge is the Bayside Hotel, a more upscale property with 10 rooms, some with kitchenettes and views of the creek. The Inn at Creek Street's other properties include three two-level suites along Creek Street that feature kitchenettes, jetted tubs, loft bedrooms with spiral staircases, and decks overlooking the water. The main lobby for all seven buildings is in the Bayside; the friendly staff will also drive you to the airport or ferry.

This quiet two-story lodge, one of the few Gustavus places open year-round, faces the Good River, has beautiful grounds, and is a five-minute walk from the beach. Seven quiet guest rooms have outside entrances, refrigerators, microwaves, and private baths. The whole lodge with full kitchen can also be rented out for weddings and other events.

Built in 1902 by Lee Guthrie, a gambler and owner of one of the town's most profitable gold-rush saloons, the white-clapboard two-story inn—about two blocks from downtown Skagway—is furnished with original Skagway antiques and handcrafted quilts. Every guest room has a private bathroom. 

A stay at this lakeside B&B about 4½ miles northwest of Juneau's airport provides a glimpse into local living—you can explore small, quiet Auke Lake by paddleboat, canoe, or kayak; enjoy it from the shoreside hot tub; or walk the 3-mile trail that circles it. The owners can provide personal recommendations for investigations farther afield. Room choices include four themed suites and one standard room; all have a private bath and refrigerator.

This property 1½ miles southeast of town has three cozy cabins with views of the Lynn Canal, two rooms in the main house, and a stand-alone yurt, all with easy access to nearby nature trails, Each room has a kitchenette and a private bath; the cabins have fully stocked kitchens, loft bedrooms, sofa beds, and private baths. The yurt has a kitchenette but no shower (available in the main lodge). Discounted rates are offered for weekly stays.

In the summer, overflowing flower boxes surround this Haines motel, where the accommodations are plain and somewhat dated, but most rooms have great views. The second floor opens onto a deck with tables and chairs, and the patio down below serves as a nightly meeting place for guests. Car rentals are available and the hotel offers shuttle service to the ferry and airport. The honeymoon suite has a hot tub.

A great choice for visitors planning to make the famous 33-mile Chilkoot Trail hike, this lodging is a half mile from the trailhead and offers special packages for hikers that include pre- and posttrail lodging, train transportation from the trail's end at Lake Bennett, and several meals. Even if your plans call for less adventurous activities, the Outpost is a comfortable, quiet retreat. The property consists of eight cabins, three constructed as suites with sitting rooms and private baths. All stays include breakfast.

Within walking distance of downtown Craig, the Dreamcatcher has three rooms with outside entrances and private baths. Guests can enjoy morning breakfast and coffee on the back patio, which overlooks Port Bagial; whale sightings are not unusual.

Crammed between the large buildings along Front Street, the Gilmore—which is part of Wyndham's Trademark Collection—is a rustic historic property best suited for travelers who value character over modern amenities. Thanks to its small dimensions, the late-1920s-era lobby has a European feel, and the front desk is staffed by friendly locals. All rooms are on the second or third floors, with no elevator. Downstairs, Annabelle's Famous Keg and Chowder House serves seafood, pasta, and prime rib. Upgrade to one of the marina-view rooms; otherwise, you will be facing the wall of the building next door.

With sweeping water views, cozy rooms, and outdoor decks tailored to coffee drinking and wildlife viewing, the Great Blue Heron is a favorite among regular visitors to Craig. Overlooking South Cove Boat Harbor, the inn features three small but well-appointed rooms and one suite with private deck; two of the four have harbor views.

On the National Register of Historic Places, this gracious yet somewhat tired hotel housed in former officers' quarters has original claw-foot bathtubs, nonworking fireplaces decorated with Belgian tiles, and charming and nicely maintained rooms. A few inexpensive ones share a hall bath. You can rent cars on-site, and a courtesy van to the ferry is available.

One of Hoonah's few lodging options, the Icy Strait Lodge is a great base from which to explore this small, friendly Tlingit community. Rooms include private baths; one suite with a full kitchen is also available. The lodge, open year-round, has a restaurant and bar; live music is performed occasionally, so if noise is a concern, ask for a room facing the bay away from the action. Boat and vehicle rentals can be arranged through the lodge staff.

A modern lodge 3 miles from the center of town, the Ketch has waterside rooms decorated with simple furniture and offering balconies overlooking the Tongass Narrows—a good place to watch seals, otters, and eagles. Extensively renovated in 2022, the inn has a restaurant and bar, and also offers guided fishing trips for guests and cruise ship passengers.

Decorated with local Tsimshian art, this two-story inn offers standard motel accommodations with private decks off the upstairs rooms, as well as two apartments. Breakfast and dinner are available to guests for an extra charge. Each room has a 32-inch flat-screen TV and a Keurig coffee machine. Renovated in 2023, the hotel gets high praise for its cozy atmosphere and helpful owners, Edith and Dale Olin. Keep in mind that a visitor permit is required for overnight stays in Metlakatla. 

Just three blocks from the ferry terminal and within easy walking distance of town, Nordic House is a great home base from which to explore Petersburg. Both of the two suites have their own entrance and full kitchen, and one has a second bedroom and bathroom. There's also reliable Wi-Fi and an enclosed waterfront deck for relaxing.

On Petersburg's main drag, Scandia House offers some rooms with kitchenettes and king-size beds, and others with in-room hot tubs and harbor views. Homemade muffins and coffee are available in the small but inviting lobby each morning. Guests can rent a car at the front desk.

Tall windows front the water at this modern lodge along Craig's South Boat Harbor that offers hotel accommodations all year round or all-inclusive fishing packages in the summer. Rooms are modern, and each has a private bathroom, a microwave, a refrigerator, and queen and twin beds. Six of the rooms face the harbor. Fresh seafood tops the restaurant's menu, along with steaks, delectable desserts, and Alaskan beers. Prime rib attracts the locals on Friday and Saturday night.

Petersburg's largest hotel is a block uphill from the town's main thoroughfare, and its rooms, some with kitchenettes, have comfortable but timeworn furnishings. Rooms in the newer wing—nicer than the motel-style ones in the old wing—have newer furniture and views of the boat harbor. Coffee is always available in the lobby, and in the morning complimentary juices, muffins, and pastries are served. You can rent a car on-site, but parking is limited.