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Recently Reviewed Hotels in Anchorage
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Historic Anchorage Hotel
#8 of 70 hotels in Anchorage, AK
141 Reviews
Last reviewed May 29, 2012
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Microtel Inn And Suites Anchorage
#28 of 70 hotels in Anchorage, AK
61 Reviews
Last reviewed May 28, 2012
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Judy's Touch of Class B&B
#15 of 118 B&Bs / inns in Anchorage
10 Reviews
Last reviewed May 25, 2012
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Ramada Anchorage Downtown
#24 of 70 hotels in Anchorage, AK
113 Reviews
Last reviewed May 24, 2012
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Courtyard by Marriott Anchorage Airport
#17 of 70 hotels in Anchorage, AK
81 Reviews
Last reviewed May 19, 2012
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Creekwood Inn
#31 of 70 hotels in Anchorage, AK
10 Reviews
Last reviewed May 18, 2012
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Westmark Anchorage
#29 of 70 hotels in Anchorage, AK
108 Reviews
Last reviewed May 17, 2012
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Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel Anchorage
#59 of 70 hotels in Anchorage, AK
70 Reviews
Last reviewed May 6, 2012
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Long House Alaskan Hotel
#50 of 70 hotels in Anchorage, AK
37 Reviews
Last reviewed May 5, 2012
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Alaskan Frontier Gardens Bed and Breakfast
#2 of 118 B&Bs / inns in Anchorage
114 Reviews
Last reviewed Apr 10, 2012
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Anchorage Uptown Suites
#25 of 70 hotels in Anchorage, AK
10 Reviews
Last reviewed Apr 9, 2012
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Crowne Plaza Anchorage-Midtown
#27 of 70 hotels in Anchorage, AK
43 Reviews
Last reviewed Apr 7, 2012
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Big Bear Bed & Breakfast
#17 of 118 B&Bs / inns in Anchorage
31 Reviews
Last reviewed Mar 26, 2012
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Seward Windsong Lodge
#3 of 15 hotels in Seward, AK
93 Reviews
Last reviewed Mar 18, 2012
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Alaska Backpackers Inn
#6 of 21 specialty lodging in Anchorage
78 Reviews
Last reviewed Mar 16, 2012
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Traveler recommended attractions
Ranked #21 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
4 reviews
Attraction type Theaters
Distance 1.1 miles from city center
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- "Great way to Have Fun while..." Oct 25, 2011
- "Worth stopping by" Aug 9, 2011
- "Worth the visit" Jun 13, 2011
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Ranked #22 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
7 reviews
Owner description:
With Lake Spenard, to which it is joined by canals, Lake Hood is considered to be the largest floatplane harbor in the world....
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With Lake Spenard, to which it is joined by canals, Lake Hood is considered to be the largest floatplane harbor in the world.
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Attraction type Bodies of Water; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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- "Lake Hood Seaplane Base" Apr 2, 2012
- "Fun to watch the planes" Feb 21, 2012
- "Leaving on a seaplane..." Feb 16, 2012
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Ranked #23 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
4 reviews
Attraction type Playgrounds; Bodies of Water; Parks
Distance 6.1 miles from city center
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- "Great Place to Spend time wi..." May 7, 2012
- "Great little lake/park" Apr 30, 2012
- "Jewel Lake" Apr 4, 2012
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Ranked #24 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
77 reviews
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If you've missed seeing Arctic wildlife on your Alaskan adventure, you'll find it at this small zoo, where all the animals...
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If you've missed seeing Arctic wildlife on your Alaskan adventure, you'll find it at this small zoo, where all the animals have names. You'll see moose, caribou, sheep, wolves, musk oxen, mountain goats and several different types of bears, including polar, grizzly and black bears.
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Attraction type Zoos
Distance 6.8 miles from city center
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- "Lights" May 27, 2012
- "Fun for families!" May 25, 2012
- "Beautiful setting" May 15, 2012
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Ranked #25 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
7 reviews
Learn about Alaska's wildlife and wilderness through a scavenger hunt for children.
Attraction type Educational Sites
Distance 1.2 miles from city center
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- "travel guides free made my a..." Mar 6, 2012
- "Brochures Available" Jan 20, 2012
- "Spend a couple of hours" Dec 16, 2011
Ranked #26 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
2 reviews
Attraction type Performances
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- "Awesome" Mar 19, 2012
- "Rarest Colors of Northern Li..." Sep 29, 2011
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Ranked #27 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
2 reviews
Attraction type Educational Sites
Distance 2.7 miles from city center
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- "Active Learning" Apr 30, 2012
- "Stunning Views from Campus" Jul 19, 2011
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Ranked #28 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
17 reviews
Popular locale for viewing waterfowl and salmon.
Attraction type Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance 9.4 miles from city center
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- "a nice boardwalk" May 27, 2012
- "Birds/Moose" May 27, 2012
- "Serenity" May 9, 2012
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Ranked #29 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
24 reviews
Attraction type Trams
Distance 1.1 miles from city center
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- "Learning the History of the..." May 28, 2012
- "Basic intro to Anchorage" May 25, 2012
- "Good overview of the city" May 23, 2012
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Ranked #30 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
3 reviews
Owner description:
The Alaska Park Connection offers twice daily scheduled summer coach service between Anchorage and Denali Park or Seward,...
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Owner description:
The Alaska Park Connection offers twice daily scheduled summer coach service between Anchorage and Denali Park or Seward, including same day connecting service between Denali Park, Talkeetna, Anchorage and Seward. We also now offer service between Anchorage and Whittier on cruise ship days. Owned and operated by lifelong Alaskans since 1996, the Park Connection offers highway quality deluxe motorcoaches. You'll enjoy generous head and leg room, comfortable seating, large picture windows, and a PA system for tour highlights. Your knowledgeable driver will take you safely to your destination and point out some of Alaska's most stunning scenery along the way.
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Attraction type Transportation
Distance 6.3 miles from city center
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- "Excellent service" Jan 20, 2012
- "Good Transportation Option" Sep 14, 2011
- "Convenient way to travel fro..." Aug 19, 2011
Ranked #31 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
2 reviews
Attraction type Theaters
Distance 1.0 miles from city center
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- "Fun" Apr 9, 2012
- "If Something Sounds Good -Go" Mar 29, 2011
Ranked #32 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
1 review
Attraction type Gardens
Distance 2.4 miles from city center
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- "sometimes you need green" May 1, 2012
Ranked #33 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
1 review
Attraction type Health Clubs
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- "The Ultimate in a Yoga Exper..." May 1, 2012
Ranked #34 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
1 review
Attraction type Convention Centers
Distance 1.2 miles from city center
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- "Nice place" May 1, 2012
Ranked #35 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
1 review
Attraction type Lookouts
Distance 2.4 miles from city center
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- "the best" Feb 28, 2012
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Ranked #36 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
4 reviews
A creek located downtown where salmon run up fish ladders.
Attraction type Bodies of Water
Distance 1.0 miles from city center
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- "Love the bike path" Feb 26, 2012
- "Nature in the city" Feb 16, 2012
- "Really not much to see..." Feb 1, 2012
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Ranked #37 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
3 reviews
Attraction type Golf Courses
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- "The conditions" May 27, 2012
- "Husbands favorite in the Sta..." Jan 22, 2012
- "Great Course" Aug 30, 2006
Ranked #38 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
5 reviews
Park with a statue of Captain James Cook.
Attraction type Parks; Lookouts
Distance 1.5 miles from city center
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- "Interesting structure and gr..." May 1, 2012
- "Definitely worth a stop" Sep 19, 2011
- "Not that Great to Me" Jun 5, 2009
Ranked #39 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
1 review
Attraction type Hiking Trails; Jogging Paths/ Tracks; Biking Trails; Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas; Cross-country Ski Areas
Distance 5.9 miles from city center
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- "Great place to bike! Beautif..." Dec 29, 2011
Ranked #40 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
1 review
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Attraction type History Museums
Distance 1.8 miles from city center
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- "Great place to start!" Dec 29, 2011
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Ranked #41 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
2 reviews
Being an aviation buff, and being in Alaska where bush flying was perfected, It was a little disappoint... to see the description of an attempt of a heritage museum being... more »
Distance 4.6 miles from city center
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- "I was left Speechless - Abso..." May 11, 2012
- "A great museum to learn the..." Sep 16, 2011
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Ranked #42 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
1 review
Attraction type Hiking Trails
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- "Easy Portage Valley trail" Sep 1, 2011
Ranked #43 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
3 reviews
If you are wandering around downtown Anchorage, stop at the visitors center. If you need info on things to do, this is the place. If you have questions, this is the place. If they... more »
Attraction type Tourist/ Visitor Centers
Distance 1.1 miles from city center
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- "Very picturesque little cabi..." Dec 16, 2011
- "Good resource for Anchorage..." Sep 29, 2011
- "Log Cabin zwischen Hochhäuse..." Aug 8, 2011
Ranked #44 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
1 review
Attraction type Jogging Paths/ Tracks; Biking Trails; Hiking Trails; Cross-country Ski Areas
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- "Great open area to enjoy all..." Aug 11, 2011
Ranked #45 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
2 reviews
Attraction type Symphonies
Distance 1.0 miles from city center
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- "Astonishing talent" Jun 26, 2011
- "great musicians in Anchorage..." Apr 10, 2010
Ranked #46 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
2 reviews
Ski area's claim to fame is its excellent snowriding, whether it's ski, snowboard, telemark or snow skate.
Attraction type Ski/ Snowboard Areas
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- "Low Cost and Low Frills" Mar 28, 2012
- "The little ski club that cou..." Mar 4, 2012
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Ranked #47 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
1 review
Attraction type Other
Distance 0.3 miles from city center
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- "It's got everything for the..." Jun 26, 2011
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Ranked #48 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
4 reviews
Attraction type Natural History Museums; History Museums; Museums
Distance 1.8 miles from city center
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- "MAMMOTHS AND MASTODONS: TITA..." Aug 15, 2011
- "An okay museum" Jul 9, 2011
- "Well worthwhile" Oct 3, 2010
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Ranked #49 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
3 reviews
Attraction type Golf Courses
Distance 6.4 miles from city center
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- "Easy Access" May 27, 2012
- "AGC's a goodie" Apr 4, 2012
- "Challenging course, great st..." Sep 20, 2011
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Ranked #50 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
10 reviews
Attraction type Ski/ Snowboard Areas
Distance 6.5 miles from city center
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- "Wrong Photo!" Feb 13, 2012
- "Comparable to a sledding hil..." Feb 6, 2012
- "In the city down hill skiing" Jan 22, 2012
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