Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport is a major gateway to the state of Alaska. With service offered by major airlines including Delta, American, Frontier and US Airways in addition to smaller regional airlines, the airport serves more 5 million passengers per year as of 2010. If you’re traveling to the airport from other parts of Alaska or wish to stay in close proximity to Ted Stevens, there are a number of hotel choices.
Courtyard Anchorage Airport includes 148 rooms and six suites with upscale furnishings and amenities. All rooms include a mini-refrigerator, pull-out sofa bed, microwave, bottled water and cable TV. Guests of the property have access to a coffee service in the lobby, fitness center, indoor pool, hot tub and Courtyard Cafe, which serves breakfast and dinner. Restaurants in the area include Gwennie’s and Beartooth Pub. Nearby attractions include Chugach State Park, Diamond Center Mall and the Alaska Zoo.
Comfort Suites of Anchorage is adjacent to the airport and offers a complimentary 24-hour airport shuttle. The property includes an indoor pool, hot tub, laundry facilities, fitness center and business center, and offers wireless Internet access throughout. A sun deck is available for relaxing, and an outdoor picnic area offers a dining alternative during the warmer months. Each of the 78 rooms comes with a plasma TV, coffeemaker, refrigerator and wet bar. Village Inn Pancake House, Snow Goose Cafe and Kincaid Grill all offer dining options close by. Anchorage Museum of History, Alyeska Ski Resort and 5th Avenue Mall are attractions within short driving distance.
Puffin Inn Hotel provides accommodations for those looking for a bit of local flavor near the airport. A free airport shuttle is available 24 hours a day. Boutique rooms offer an upgrade from the standard with features like whirlpool tubs and small kitchens. All rooms include cable TV, blackout drapes, wireless Internet access and coffeemaker. Guests receive a complimentary breakfast in the morning and have access to a fitness room, business center and freezer space for hunters. Restaurants in the hotel vicinity include Wendy’s, Greek Corner and Kumagoro. Area attractions such as the start of the Iditarod dog race, Portage Glacier and Alaksa Native Heritage Center are nearby.
The Coast International Inn overlooks Lake Hood and has a 24-hour gym; business center; walk-in freezer for hunters and anglers; laundry facilities; and meeting rooms. In addition to standard rooms, master suites with a full kitchen and dining area are available. Junior suites include a living area, writing desk and large plasma television. Piper’s, a full service restaurant, is on the property serving three meals each day. Other nearby dining options include Glacier Brewhouse, Crave Bar and Grill and Club Paris Steakhouse. Visit the Alaska Performing Arts Center, Alaska Aviation Museum or Alaska State fairgrounds to experience local culture.
