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Glacier Bay Lodge

3.0 star property
Bayfront lodge in Gustavus with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Lobby lounge
Desk, bed sheets
Gift shop

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Airport transfer
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center
  • Terrace
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Gift shops/newsstands
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathtub or shower

Room options

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Desk, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

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179 Barlett Cove Road, Gustavus, AK, 99826

What's nearby

  • Glacier Bay Visitor Center - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Bartlett Cove - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Glacier Bay National Park - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • 1957 Gustavus Plane Crash Site - 17 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Mt. Fairweather Golf Course - 29 min drive - 14.7 km

Getting around

  • Gustavus, AK (GST) - 30 min drive
  • Excursion Inlet, AK (EXI) - 16.2 miles/26.1 km
  • Elfin Cove, AK (ELV-Elfin Cove Seaplane Base) - 24.6 miles/39.6 km
  • Hoonah, AK (HNH) - 29.9 miles/48.1 km
  • Juneau, AK (JNU-Juneau Intl.) - 47.5 miles/76.4 km
  • Free airport shuttle

About this property

Glacier Bay Lodge

Situated on the bay, Glacier Bay Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Gustavus. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Fairweather Dining Room, which serves seafood. Other highlights include a free airport shuttle, a bar/lounge, and a terrace.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 48 rooms
  • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
  • Express check-out available
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Guests must transfer to the property via airplane or boat and must arrange the transfers by contacting the property before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • The front desk is open daily from 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Front desk staffed during limited hours

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Transfers

  • Free airport shuttle (available 24 hours)

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop

What to do

  • Shopping
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Working away

  • Business center

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Fairweather Dining Room - This restaurant specializes in seafood.

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between September 5 and May 24.

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Glacier Bay Lodge
Glacier Bay Lodge Gustavus
Glacier Bay Gustavus
Glacier Bay Lodge Gustavus, Alaska
Glacier Bay Hotel Gustavus
Glacier Bay Lodge Lodge
Glacier Bay Lodge Gustavus
Glacier Bay Lodge Lodge Gustavus

Frequently asked questions

Is Glacier Bay Lodge currently open?
The property is closed between September 5 and May 24.
Does Glacier Bay Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Glacier Bay Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Glacier Bay Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Glacier Bay Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Glacier Bay Lodge?
Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Glacier Bay Lodge?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Glacier Bay Lodge and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as fishing.
Are there restaurants at or near Glacier Bay Lodge?
Yes, Fairweather Dining Room offers seafood.
What's the area around Glacier Bay Lodge like?
Glacier Bay Lodge is a short 1-minute walk from Glacier Bay Visitor Center and 11 minutes' walk from Bartlett Cove.

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

I was really looking for a vacation where I could unplug, relax, spend time outdoors, and take photos of animals. Glacier Bay was the perfect place to do this, and Glacier Bay Lodge's location in the national park made it a great choice. We spent a week there (August 14-20). I was a little nervous reading the reviews left by others, for no reason. I think a lot of people went early "post" pandemic and the property was likely struggling with supply chain and staffing issues that were happening globally. Other reviewers seem to forget they were going to a national park. - The room had plenty of light, the bathroom fixtures were dated but it was clean and there was a moisture absorber in the closet - important for a rainforest setting. There was no mold, the bedding and room were clean. - Food options were somewhat limited, mostly because we're vegetarians, we packed shelf stable, high-protein snacks to supplement. There is only one restaurant ON property, but that's more than many national parks have. The food was good, the staff altered menu items to create novel options for us. - The staff were friendly and helpful. They shared their favorite hikes, photos & videos they had taken while exploring the park themselves. They were not intrusive but were happy to chat with us and seemed to enjoy working together a great deal. - Transportation was great, even when Alaska Air's tower went down and one transport became 10. The driver also took us to a hike offsite for free.
Patricia, 6-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Desiree, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Beautiful Place to visit
Lovely location. Amenities and services are very limited here as it is in the middle of Glavier Bay National Park. Food selection is minimal and expensive, limited hours. No TV in lodge or room and wifi in lodge only.
Deborah, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Barbara, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Deepika, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Worth the visit
Nice quiet location. Our room was clean and the service overall was decent. The staff is seasonal and not always coordinated. Sometimes the server was excellent other times it was lacking. There is no rash area to gather and play cards or games. The lounge area has couches and is the only place with internet. You can’t sit in the dining area because it’s constantly being turned over for the next meal. It would be nice to have another place to gather especially since it rains frequently. We did find 1 table upstairs with 4 chairs that we cleared off park material so we could play cards. The food was decent, pretty much the same menu everyday so if your coming for more then a night or two be prepared. Breakfast hot items were warm not hot but the selection was decent. There is no bar but you can order alcohol during meal hours or if someone is available when the dining area is closed. The hiking trails are nice and i would recommend the boat trip in Glacier Bay. Overall the stay was good and I would recommend it to others.
Desiree, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The rooms are beautiful and very peaceful! The trails were lovely to hike on and everyone was very helpful. Would love to visit again!!
KATHERINE, 1-night family trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice staffs.
Afroza, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful lodge in Glacier Bay National Park. Rooms were nicely appointed, had comfortable beds and were in a nice setting.
KARLA, 1-night trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

10/10 Exceptional

samuel, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

David, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Merry, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Poorly run lodge
Hotel is in remote place, where food supplies and employees are hard to find. Given that it is run by a major company. They have the skills to work with food suppliers. Besides hamburger, everything else is not available.
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Some of the staff was wonderful but we did have to ask for soap and an extra towel. The breakfast was not very good especially for the price.
Judy, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Ashwani, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amidst rain forest
MAHALAKSHMI, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very Good

2 nights at Glacier Bay
It’s a National Park Lodge so it’s basic, as you would expect. It was clean, comfortable and in a location that is remarkable. We stayed here for two nights. After the first night staff came by and asked if we needed anything. How often does that happen in a “high end” hotel?
Gregory S, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Backcountry access to kayak trips w camping, leave from nearby (1/4-mile) dock for day cruise boat. Guiding services for Glacier Bay available (AMG has interesting multi-days trips). Hotel service and food are a solid 5/10.
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

The setting is beautiful - and that's the best thing about this property. They do provide a shuttle from the Gustavus airport (how we arrived), but you need to make a reservation (we weren't told this during any of our communications with the property). We were told that "the bus won't leave until all names on the reservation list are checked". The driver left when the bus was full - no names were checked (though I'm sure no one was left behind). Check-in was a bit chaotic. A reception staff member came out to meet the shuttle, gave a brief orientation then handed out room keys. We had to then wait in another line to make a dinner reservation for that evening - the lodge is the only dining option (tried to make one over the phone a couple days earlier but the staff member couldn't get to the reservation book during our call). Nice enough room - comfortable beds, hot water in the shower, toiletries, etc. Room a little cramped - but you're not there to spend time in the room. However, bathroom ceiling had mold and dirt and hair on it! Otherwise room was clean. No wifi in rooms, only lodge - again, you're not here to be connected. Enjoyed a walk along the beach trail before dinner. Dinner - short-staffed dining room (as was everywhere in Alaska this summer), limited menu, pricey for the quality, out of many items on the drink menu (only one beer type available and they would not serve drinks to people before dinner). Staff did the best they could. Breakfast buffet was decent.
Heather, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good lodge within the national park.
2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Christopher Lewis, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

The only lodge in glacier Bay Marianas park, free transfer from Alaska flight included
1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Bring food with you!
We heard that the lodge had just opened a few days earlier and that they didn't have enough staff, which could be the reason it was not so great, but we did enjoy the area and location, which made up for it. The room was fine, but the food options were grim. The breakfast was very expensive and less than enjoyable. Then the restaurant was closed until dinner time with no options to buy any food or even get coffee in the lodge. They did have a few snacks at the gift store. If you are checked out of the lodge just waiting for the late-afternoon transfer to the airport, it's advisable to bring some food/drinks from Juneau or wherever.
Karin, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor

HOTEL BUS LATE TO AIRPORT WE MISSED OUR FLIGHT!
AND THEY WOULD NOT SO MUCH AS CREDIT US FOR ONE NIGHT'S STAY. The Aramark (who manage the lodge) bus service drug their feet getting (slow to leave, many stops) to the airport and we were denied boarding on the last (only?) flight of the day by Alaska Airlines who repeatedly said they told the lodge to get the bus their on time. As a result we spent $420 for a puddle jumper to Junuea. The hotel gen manager "Jeff" would not so much as offer us a credit for our hotel stay. Every time I called (6 times) he kept saying he was seeking credit from Alaska Airlines before he could credit us, where it was clearly the hotel's fault for not getting us to the airport on time. VERY DISAPPOINTED WITH THEIR MANAGEMENT!
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

comfortable hotel
Very close to the beach. Beautiful surroundings. comfortable interiors. Did not have any soap in our room. When called the front desk " I think we ran out" was the response.
Verified Expedia guest review