While there are several of the big chain hotels in Ketchikan such as Best Western and Super 8, there are also several individually run charming hotels such as the Inn at Creek Street and New York Hotel, Cape Fox Lodge and Narrows Inn Restaurant & Marina. These three hotels are close to the center of town and have their own restaurants, allowing guests the option of eating close to their rooms or exploring the town for eateries.
Bed and breakfasts often give more space than just a room, and provide a home-cooked meal in the morning. Staying at a bed and breakfast in Ketchikan also gives you a chance to talk to the operator to get a local's input on where to go and what to do in the town. There are a variety of bed and breakfasts in town, including the Thomas Street Bed and Breakfast, Alderhouse Bed and Breakfast and Corner Bed & Breakfast.
There are four resorts in Ketchikan -- the Salmon Falls Resort, Waterfall Resort, Clover Pass Resort and Misty Fjords Resort. Each is located away from the town center, to allow for a more relaxing atmosphere, and has a restaurant. Almost all are dedicated to fishing, though they provide other outdoor pursuits as well. A resort is a good option if you are in town primarily for fishing, as most offer tours, boats and give advice on areas to fish.
If you plan on staying longer in Ketchikan, or wish to have your own entirely enclosed space with more privacy, renting an apartment, townhouse or cabin is the best option. Property owners rent a variety of rooms or places during tourist season. Ketchikan Vacation Rentals provides a directory of rental apartments, houses, duplexes and rooms. Vacation Rentals by Owner, or VRBO, in the Ketchikan area also provides this service.
