We stayed at this hotel for a couple of nights in May 2008 and we liked it very much. First I wasn’t sure if we should stay here on our first night in Alaska since it’s 40 miles from Anchorage and I thought that we would be too tired to drive there after our long flight. I’m happy that I chose to stay there instead of Anchorage. The drive was not a problem at all, very scenic and at least in May not so much traffic, and it was nice getting away from Anchorage. The hotel is old but they keep it in good shape. We loved the view from the Seven Glaciers Bar. I think this is one of the nicest hotels in Alaska but keep in mind that this is Alaska not Aspen or Banff, things here are simpler but the prices are not.

We stayed for two nights in June and couldn't have been more pleased with the resort and the people. We arrived around 10:30 in the morning and went to the front desk with the idea of leaving our luggage while we explored Girdwood. We were pleasantly surprised that a room was available and we were able to check in immediately. The room was well decorated and had a very nice view. All of the employees were very friendly and helpful during our stay. We ate at the Aurora Lounge and also the Seven Glaciers Bar which has the same menu as the restaurant and an even better view. One of the highlights of our trip to Alaska was hiking from the hotel to the hand-tram. I would highly recommend staying at this resort. We had read some of the negative reviews, but our stay couldn't have been nicer.

Staying here was the best part of my visit to Alaska. The view from 7 Glaciers Restaurant was incredible. Our iternary planner had booked us one night, but everything was so nice we came back for another night. The beds and pillows are so comfortable and both rooms we stayed in had a beautiful view of the mountains. Very clean and quiet. A little spendier than some places we stayed, but well worth it.

Paid $378.48 for a room with double beds (6/25/08). What a disappointment.
1) Room Service (turndown) threw everything that was on the bed, onto the floor. Found some items under the bed.
2) 5:00am Chainsaw motor running outside by the ski lift
3) 6:30am wakeup call came at 6:43, when I called to notify them of this, they claimed that I did not answer the phone (I'm coming from the central time zone (3 hours), trust, I was awake.

Laid these issues out at the front desk...no sorry, no research! Actually, not even a smile.

Did find a great restaurant in town (not the Seven Glaciers-Hotel-Alyeska), its called the Double Musky! Huge portions, great environment..standard pricing for Alaska ($24-$32).

I will be sharing this overall experience (Hotel Alyeska) with one an all!! See Orca Island for the best experience.