Puffin Inn of Anchorage

2.0 star property
Travelers start their day with a complimentary continental breakfast before relaxing beside the crackling lobby fireplace at this Alaskan retreat

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The Puffin Inn of Anchorage, amid Turnagain's rugged landscape, offers a welcoming base for explorers. The cozy lobby fireplace warms guests after adventures, while the on-site grocery store stocks snacks. Guests appreciate free in-room WiFi and convenient laundry facilities.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Moderate, 2 Queen Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(151 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(74 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(79 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Suite, Multiple Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Economy Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Near a metro station, Puffin Inn of Anchorage is in Turnagain, a neighborhood in Anchorage with great airport proximity. Anchorage Museum and Alaska Native Heritage Center are cultural highlights, or if an activity is on the agenda, check out Port of Anchorage. Prince William Sound and Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, downhill skiing, and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowshoeing. Visit our Anchorage travel guide
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4400 Spenard Rd, Anchorage, AK, 99517

What's nearby

  • Pop Carr Park
    Pop Carr Park
    5 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Lake Hood Harbor
    3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • DeLong Lake Park
    4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Business Park Wetlands Special Management Area
    5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Connors Bog Dog Park
    10 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Anchorage Alaska Railroad Depot
    13 min drive
  • Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl. Airport (ANC)
    6 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
  • Naruto
    2 min drive
  • Fiori D'Italia
    11 min walk
  • Rustic Goat
    3 min drive
  • Spenard Joe’s
    16 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 5:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Gym
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 2:30 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per day (maximum USD 200 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 250 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, per adult, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 250.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 250 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day (maximum USD 200 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and outdoor lighting
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility

Frequently asked questions

Is Puffin Inn of Anchorage pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 40 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 250 per stay and a fee of USD 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Puffin Inn of Anchorage?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Puffin Inn of Anchorage?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Puffin Inn of Anchorage provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is Puffin Inn of Anchorage located?

Located in Turnagain, this motel is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Prince William Sound and within 6 mi (10 km) of Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center and Anchorage Museum. University of Alaska - Anchorage and Providence Alaska Medical Center are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Puffin Inn of Anchorage Reviews

7.4

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

6.8

Amenities

8.2

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1337 out of 3589 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 840 out of 3589 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 638 out of 3589 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 355 out of 3589 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 419 out of 3589 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Huong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its very,clean & fresh, friendly , good breakfast too
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Sushanta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was very good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful time and people
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is an older building but was very well kept. Large rooms, continental breakfast. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and nice staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah L Gibbs'

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jarno

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unbeatable breakfast for the pricepoint. Great location halfway between the airport and city center.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Chad

Liked: Staff & service
It was a decent hotel for a one night stay. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nona B.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good to stayed and the breakfast is awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Devanand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the area
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was beautiful. The beds are so comfortable and the pillows were full and firm. I really enjoyed the stay and will stay here in the future.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert F Welles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Great location and shuttle service. We arrived early and left our bags in storage. Room was ready early and got to check in.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although my room was in the older part of the facilities, the room was very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the waffles at breakfast and the all day coffee/tea. There's quite a few eateries within 2 bocks and a convenience store across the street.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean, beds were comfortable with amazing pillows. All of the staff were great. If you want a good place to sleep for a decent price but nothing fancy then this is the place for you.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Arrived at Airport in the wee hours of the morning. Easy pickup and check in despite the hour. Room was cozy and bed was especially comfy and I slept great. Staff so friendly and helpful. I’ll definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
For a one night stay it’s fine. Easy shuttle to and from airport. Basic breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pride

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, staff really friendly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great location, we took advantage of the airport shuttle, the staff was very friendly and helpful, the breakfast was good, and the bed was super comfortable. There was plenty of hot water for a nice shower after a long day of travel. The only negative about our stay was how much noise we could hear through the walls. Our room was adjacent to a busy road and we could hear every car that went by and every conversation outside our room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great people and place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

NUWAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Need better window cover. Staff was so great and airport shuttle Servise made our stay much convenience. Overall great experiencehiglly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Leeanna

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The breakfast menu was good, also fresh. The bed sheets weren't clean but the rest of the room was. Very nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and bathroom were clean, bed was to soft for me, I like it firm, everytime I laid down I felt like I was going to fall out of it. Breakfast was ok, typical continental breakfast, boiled eggs, bagels, waffles, bread etc. Staff were courteous and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Connor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful spot if you're looking for an affordable stay near the airport! Friendly staff, clean rooms, and great rates!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026