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Kenai River Lodge

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#5 of 7 hotels in Soldotna
Location
4.5
Cleanliness
4.0
Service
4.0
Value
3.8

See why so many travelers make Kenai River Lodge their hotel of choice when visiting Soldotna. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a charming setting with an array of amenities designed for travelers like you.

Guest rooms offer a refrigerator, and Kenai River Hotel makes getting online easy as free wifi is available.

You can also take advantage of some of the amenities offered by the hotel, including room service. As an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests.

During your visit, be sure to check out one of Soldotna's popular shrimp restaurants such as Duck Inn, Mykel's, and Don Jose, all a short distance from Kenai River Lodge.

There is no shortage of things to do in the area: explore popular parks such as Farnsworth Park and Soldotna Creek Park.

At Kenai River Lodge, your comfort and satisfaction come first, and they look forward to welcoming you to Soldotna.

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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Bar / lounge
Fishing
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Non-smoking hotel
Picnic area
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mnhunter70 wrote a review Oct 2023
Park Rapids, Minnesota70 contributions5 helpful votes
Rooms could use updating. Were clean but floors were uneven, doors did not all shut as they should, carpet was old and very worn. Shower showed signs of mold. Furniture was pretty beat up. Windows could be replaced with thicker glass given you are on the main highway.
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Date of stay: October 2023
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LNE Farms wrote a review Jun 2023
Moody, Texas4 contributions
Wonderful place to stay, right by the river. I read some unflattering reviews but we had a great stay. While the lodge is older, our room was large, clean and nicely decorated. Had mini fridge, microwave, and small coffee pot. There is also a lounge where you can sit by the water and unwind. Soldotna has everything you need while in vacation. This was our first time in Alaska, and we were hoping to find a spot we could come back to. The Kenai River Lodge will be our place.
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Date of stay: June 2023
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sherryvegas777 wrote a review Sep 2022
Las Vegas, Nevada19 contributions5 helpful votes
This hotel has it all, great location, private access to the Kenai, lounge overlooking the river! The rooms are not 5 star, but they are just perfect. We wanted for nothing. Loved having a laundry room and a fish freezer. Staff is super friendly and we will be going back!
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Date of stay: August 2022
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Room Tip: Top floor river view!
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mlhd1967 wrote a review Jun 2022
Chanhassen, Minnesota31 contributions2 helpful votes
What we loved best was the river view, and we enjoyed the easy walk to it. The room isn’t air conditioned, so you need to leave the window open and you can hear the cars from the main road all the time. The staff was very friendly and the room was clean.
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Date of stay: June 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
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freelancesteve wrote a review Jun 2021
Bellevue, Washington181 contributions79 helpful votes
Went to Soldatna for some touring and fishing. Liked the location of this lodge, right on the river and easy to find. The people are all Alaska nice and the service good. The only caveat: Avoid room 201! It's a two bedroom suite on the end of the building, next to the highway. Good grief was it noisy. It seemed like trucks were going through the living room and none seemed to have a muffler. So chose the Kenai River Lodge. Just don't chose room 201 Also, they have nice fish cleaning area, freezers for your catch and outside BBQ area.
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Date of stay: June 2021
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Sue N wrote a review May 2021
Milwaukee, Wisconsin67 contributions19 helpful votes
The Kenai River Lodge was very clean, good size room and right on the Kenai River. We only stayed one night but my daughter has stayed there a few times and also had a good experience. Again, the river view is fantastic.
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Date of stay: May 2021
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Room Tip: Best view was of the Kenai River.
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jra3 wrote a review May 2021
Wisconsin808 contributions335 helpful votes
Older “lodge” motel along the Kenai River just off the Sterling Highway. Service at check in was friendly. Price per night was fair enough. Room had an odor, almost like too much Febreeze. Furnishings are Spartan but comfortable enough. Bed sheets were high quality, but one wonders when the blanket and bed spread were washed last. Also there is no AC. It was 62° and the room was stifling hot; a ceiling fan would be a nice addition. Nice shoreline along Kenai. Plenty of grills, outdoor furniture, and areas for fishing for guests to use. Motel has a lounge / bar. Interesting observation about the owners petty behavior. There are two breweries in Soldotna… they block both of their webpages. But you can bring up any other brewery in Alaska. Must be a good story about that pettiness and drama.
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Date of stay: May 2021Trip type: Traveled solo
Room Tip: Bring ear plugs. Traffic is loud and there is no AC… you’ll want to open your window in the summer.
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COLO_USA wrote a review Jul 2020
Colorado241 contributions137 helpful votes
Although this motel is a good fishing location, the rooms are just so so. Rooms are musty with no extras. Pillows are worn out and smell. Doesn’t feel clean. On a positive note: their back yard is awesome for fishing and watching the river. Nice seating with grills and picnic areas.
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Date of stay: July 2020Trip type: Traveled with friends
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John B wrote a review Dec 2019
Stayton OR117 contributions56 helpful votes
We stayed in Kenai during the off season for salmon runs so my review won't speak for peak run times. The rooms were clean and nice with a nice view of the Kenai River. They even provided us with ice to pack our Halibut in. The price we paid was very reasonable for the accommodations.
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Date of stay: May 2019
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ILoveBourbon wrote a review Dec 2019
Frankfort, Kentucky867 contributions145 helpful votes
I stayed here for two nights this summer while I was on a break working the Swan Lake Fire. Pretty much anything would seem top notch after spending a couple weeks on the ground, but I did truly enjoy my stay at the lodge. The price was reasonable and the room was comfortable. There are hooks outside of the lodge doors so you can leave wet gear hanging outside to dry. I enjoyed sitting on the docks that they have to fish from, you can literally fish right from the lodge. There is a variety of seating outside - benches, chairs and a swing, which is really nice. There is a bar at the lodge, I just went for one drink, and didn't eat. I would stay there again, it is super reasonable and homey.
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Date of stay: August 2019
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kenai River Lodge
Which popular attractions are close to Kenai River Lodge?
Nearby attractions include Soldotna Historical Society & Museum (0.2 miles), Ed's Kasilof Seafoods (0.07 miles), and Alaska WildGear Clothing Company (0.3 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Kenai River Lodge?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a lounge, and free parking.
What food & drink options are available at Kenai River Lodge?
Guests can enjoy a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Kenai River Lodge?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Kenai River Lodge?
Conveniently located restaurants include Pizza Boys, Sushi Exchange, and Dinners Ready.
Are there any historical sites close to Kenai River Lodge?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Saint Nicholas Chapel (8.3 miles).
Does Kenai River Lodge have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the river view available here.
Is Kenai River Lodge accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access. For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.