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The Hibernation Station

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Scout Lake State Recreation Site

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Basic Quadruple Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
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Basic Double Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Basic Double Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Near Kenai River, The Hibernation Station offers a cozy retreat. Connect with nature at the nearby reserve, relax in outdoor furniture, and enjoy the convenience of in-room WiFi and barbecue grills.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Basic Quadruple Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Basic Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Basic Double Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Basic Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Quadruple Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Comfort Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
35590 Sterling Hwy, Sterling, AK, 99672

What's nearby

  • Scout Lake State Recreation Site - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Moose River - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Bings Landing - 10 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Soldotna Creek Park - 16 min drive - 12.5 miles
  • Kenai Peninsula College Fishing Academy - 26 min drive - 18.2 miles

Getting around

  • Kenai, AK (ENA-Kenai Municipal) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bluebird Cafe - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Caribou Caboose - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Magpye's Pizzeria - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Reindeer Hut - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Suzies Cafe - ‬1 min drive

About this property

The Hibernation Station

Motel near Kenai River
Located close to Scout Lake State Recreation Site and Morgan's Landing State Recreation Area, The Hibernation Station has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, barbecue grills, and a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a water dispenser
Room features
All guestrooms at The Hibernation Station boast comforts such as free WiFi and dining tables.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LED TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and microwaves

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  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 1:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in.

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

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25 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 rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

The Hibernation Station Motel
The Hibernation Station Sterling
The Hibernation Station Motel Sterling

Frequently asked questions

Is The Hibernation Station pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Hibernation Station?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Hibernation Station?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Hibernation Station?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 25 (subject to availability).

Where is The Hibernation Station located?

Situated in a rural location, this motel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Scout Lake State Recreation Site and within 3 mi (5 km) of Moose River and Kenai River. Bings Landing and Kenai National Wildlife Refuge are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Hibernation Station Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great value. We would happily stay there again when visiting the Kenai Peninsula.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convenient. The staff was very helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you're looking for a clean, friendly, affordable place to stay while in the Kenai/Soldotna area this is it! Thanks Hibernation Dtation for the hospitality. We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Helpful and Friendly Staff. Nice Room. Exactly what I expected from the pictures and description.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kolena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and friendly when I did see staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room is clean and location is easy to get there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendal

Very friendly and super clean!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It provided an adequate stay. Could use some color and furnishing to give a better stmosphere. Lack ofA/C was a negative .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Ot was a nice room, very clean and comfortable. Friendly owner and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best Service

Just as advertised. Clean and confortable. Best part, live person met me at the door as we arrived late. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just what I needed

A perfectly fine place to stay at a reasonable price. The staff was friendly. Not a resort destination, but a welcome sight after dipnetting on the Kenai. I'd certainly stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Jarrod

Disliked: Amenities
They advertise breakfast but it was cheap donuts and coffee
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hibernation Station is conveniently located only a few minutes from Soldotna. The property is well cared for, my room was impeccably clean, and the staff are attentive and very nice. My room was huge compared to most hotel rooms and the bed was comfortable. There is a coffee machine located near the front desk along with a small shelf stocked with toiletries and extra towels, if needed during your stay. I stayed for one week for work and slept well each night. I have zero complaints and would definitely recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They are nice and welcoming. It looks old but clean inside.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Clean and affordable.

A hotel on the comeback with new young owners. Very clean! Still working on the amenities like internet service. A good value.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Place looks great and was super clean. My only complaint is the thermostat had a lock box on it and it was way too hot for me to sleep as I like a cool bedroom at night. Even with the window open it was too warm Also towels were very thin and small. Owners really nice. Price was very cheap. They could be charging a much higher price especially compared to others in the area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hosts were very nice and helpful! First floor is being updated right now.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mavra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It doesn't look like much, but the rooms were clean, and refurbished. The beds were pretty hard, but I don't mind a firm bed. The staff was very friendly and even gave us some garbage bags to cover a piece of luggage we had on top of a vehicle to protect it from the rain. They a nice refrigerator to put your fish in too. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a refurbished older hotel. It's a good place to stay for fishermen. They have freezer space for rent for one's catch. The room was comfortable. The refrigerator had a shelf for a freezer, like many hotels, and it was able to freeze our blue ice. There was coffee (but no decaf) tea, and grab and go items for breakfast; nothing special, but we still were glad to have it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The lighting at night driving in was the only issue.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Heather was very helpful in rebooking. Staff is helpful. Rooms can be warm with direct sun, but with windows open it cooled off nicely. Property is tidy and the rear rooms are both cooler and quieter. There are fuel stations nearby with fuel, ice, and snacks. Soldotna is not to far away for more restaurant options. We booked short notice for a fishing trip in Sterling and it is convenient for that if you are meeting your guide at Bings Landing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Irma

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The bed was very hard, no bath mat, unpleasant strong floral scent when you enter, stairway, and hallway. Hard for those of us with allergies
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
OK property
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Hotel! Very quiet and peaceful!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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