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Gakona Lodge

2.5 star property
Gakona beachfront lodge with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Dinner served, American cuisine
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
Cabin, 3 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Meeting facility
Gakona Lodge brings a touch of rustic charm to the riverside with its cozy firepit and lively concerts. Enjoy dinner at Carriage House Restaurant, challenge friends to a game of pool or karaoke, and connect with in-room WiFi. The helpful staff has made lasting impressions on previous guests.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Nightclub
  • Breakfast available
  • Meeting rooms
  • Communal living room
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Conference space
  • Gift shops/newsstands
  • Picnic area

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Playground on site
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Free self parking
  • Children's games
$150 nightly
The total price is $150
Aug 8 - Aug 9
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Daily housekeeping
  • 300 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Economy Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom, Resort View | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom, Resort View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 100 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Cabin, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cabin, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Cabin, 3 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cabin, 3 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Digital channels
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom, River View

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 150 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Cabin, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Digital channels
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Shared Bathroom, Mountain View

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Shared Bathroom, Mountain View | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Shared Bathroom, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 300 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 100 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom, River View

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom, River View

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 80 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 120 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom, River View

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 80 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 60 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom, River View

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 140 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

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Mile 2 Tok Cutoff, Gakona, AK, 99586

What's nearby

  • Dry Creek State Recreation Site - 17 min drive - 24.7 km
  • Wrangell‐St. Elias National Park Visitor Center - 34 min drive - 49.0 km
  • Chapel on the Hill - 41 min drive - 59.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Carriage House Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Trappers Den Tavern - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Gakona Lodge

Gakona Lodge features a nightclub and puts you within a 15-minute drive of Wrangell-St. Elias National Park. The bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Carriage House Restaurant, which serves American cuisine and is open for dinner. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 16 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Carriage House Restaurant or Trappers Den Tavern next door to Main Lodge]
    • If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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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
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free, per registered adult, when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Playground
  • Children's games

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Karaoke
  • Pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space (1200 square feet)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Bike cleaning

Facilities

  • Built in 1904
  • Picnic area
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Nightclub
  • Reception hall
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Special features

Dining

Carriage House Restaurant - This family restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner only.
Trappers Den Travern - This bar specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner only. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 15.95 to 29.99 per person

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between September 3 and May 31.

Parking

  • RV/bus/truck parking is available for an extra charge

Policies

Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Gakona Lodge
Gakona Lodge Lodge
Gakona Lodge Gakona
Gakona Lodge Lodge Gakona

Frequently asked questions

Is Gakona Lodge currently open?

The property is closed between September 3 and May 31.

Does Gakona Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Gakona 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 Gakona Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Gakona Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Gakona Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Gakona Lodge and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, fishing, and hiking. Enjoy amenities like a nightclub and a picnic area.

Are there restaurants at or near Gakona Lodge?

Yes, Carriage House Restaurant offers American cuisine.

What's the area around Gakona Lodge like?

Gakona Lodge is located by the river. Popular attractions include Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, which is 11 minutes away by car.

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Gakona Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Bar
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Bathroom
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History
Food
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Everything was as expected for a place almost 100 years old.
Randy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved everything about the lodge, the rooms were very clean and the rustic decor made us feel like we were right at home. The owners we very friendly and nice. We ate supper at the restaurant and it was very good. The staff were wonderful they told us a few places to go while we were in Valdez. We stayed in 8 different places on our trip to Alaska and this was our favorite!
Sandy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Our stay was good, The room was comfortable. The staff went above and beyond under some strange circumstances....(short staffed in an emergency, power went out due to circuit breaker etc)
Thomas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is an excellent property with a restaurant and Bar.
Stephen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very authentic in its ambiance.
michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Must experience this Historic Lodge. Wonderful owners with a quaint restaurant. Enjoyed our stay!
Dawn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Unique place to stay. Loved the atmosphere.
Lisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love the history and location near amazing sights and right on the river with stunning views of Wrangle Mountains
Patrick, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Fine old place!
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Owners were extremely friendly and welcoming. Bar and restaurant on property next to lodge. Great location to visit Wrangell-StE NP.
Inge, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff. Fun place to stay.
Bert, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was unique because it was an old historical lodge. Everything was clean and staff was super nice.
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Three amazing days of using the lodge as a base for motorcycle riding. Perfect location for day trips dual sporting.
Andrew, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

We'd stay again

Michelle and her family were wonderful hosts, due to a medical issue they were trying to find a new norm. Nothing bad, just a new chef, and a snarky bartender, that was most likely just stressed. Our room wasn't ready which was frustrating since the reservation was made quite awhile before our trip. We thought about grabbing an adult beverage but lounge and dining room weren't open., no times posted. When they did open the wait was quite significant for service. Nico was just a very unpleasant person. We made friends while waiting for food and drinks. The price was a great value especially with breakfast. Bed was wonderful. Michelle and her daughters rolled out the red caepet. We would stay again, because anyone can have an off day. It is a very cool place lots of history!
Stephen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Unique and authentic, cabins and lodge are well maintained and very comfortable. Very helpful and friendly staff.
Beverly, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The staff was very friendly and helpful. We slept well.
Lilly, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The owner was very welcoming and hospitable. A rustic lodge with lots of character and very comfortable. The area is just beautiful!!
Susan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect for Alaska Cabin experience- nice service and cooperative team.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It is the oldest roadhouse in Alaska. The property is rustic, which adds character, and most spotlessly clean.
Gabrielle, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very nice and spacious cabin, with private bathroom, great breakfast options served in a typical restaurant, very attentive and kind staff. The downside was the size of the bathroom, which was very small, but there was plenty of heated water at a good temperature.
Luiz José, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great space and an awesome glimpse into Alaska’s past.
Ellie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed in one of the cabins, was very nice inside, plenty of room and nice kitchen. Staff was very helpful when we had an issue. Very pleasant place, peaceful along the river.
Joseph, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is a Super fun lodge to stay at! The restaurant was closed the night we were there, but the bar was definitely open and they had the same food as the restaurant. It’s the place to meet the locals and just sit back and enjoy yourself.
Tom, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

5 *

Great hospitality and accommodation
Emil, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Easy check in. Staff friendly & efficient
Carmen, 1-night trip