Discover One Of The Best Places To Stay In Alaska

A new year is here, which means a new year full of adventures and possibilities. If you’ve been considering visiting the vast wilderness of Alaska, we’re here to put Juneau on your “must-see” list. When it comes to the best places to stay in Alaska, Juneau and the rest of southeast Alaska is it.

What makes Juneau’s charming yet rugged town one of the best places to stay in Alaska? It’s a combination of big-city amenities, like restaurants, breweries, museums, and more, coupled with small-town charm and unprecedented access to some of the most beautiful scenery in Alaska. It’s also home to the most accessible glacier in the state and a great jumping-off point to see the rest of southeast Alaska’s incredible beauty.

From Juneau, you can easily plan shorter trips around southeast Alaska to places like Sitka, Skagway, Ketchican, not to mention incredible places like Admiralty Island and the Pack Creek Brear Viewing area and Glacier Bay National Park. These are some of the most sought-after destinations in Alaska, and all of them are connected to Juneau by the Alaska Ferry, Juneau seaplanes, and other local tours and transportation options.

If there’s any doubt left in your mind about Juneau being the best place to stay in Alaska, staying here also means you get to stay at our #1 rated hotel in downtown Juneau. From here, you can be at Mendenhall Glacier in minutes or immersed in nature on the popular Perseverance Trail. Or, you could be enjoying a cold pint or a delicious craft beverage at a local brewery or distillery. Juneau is a very accessible city, and we’re located right in the heart of it all. Is it any wonder we’re considered one of the best places to stay in Alaska?

Visiting Juneau truly is a once-in-a-lifetime trip. It’s time you learned why Juneau is one of the best places to stay in Alaska. Start planning your adventures, and book your room at our hotel today!

Why Juneau is One of the Best Places to Stay in Alaska

As you can already see, it’s easy to see why Juneau is one of the best places to stay in Alaska. Juneau is only accessible by air or sea, but that is one of its many charms. Aside from experiencing an authentic slice of rugged Alaska personality in this capital city, Juneau offers virtually endless opportunities for big adventures.

Hit up one of the nearly endless hiking trails, enjoy some mountain biking, visit some of Alaska’s most impressive glaciers up close and personal, take whale watching trips that will leave you astonished, and otherwise appreciate the vast wilderness Alaska is known for. In the winter, a blanket of snow covers the area and brings an even broader range of outdoor pursuits. There are plenty of things to do in Juneau throughout the year – so of course, we think it’s one of the best places to stay in Alaska!

If you’re not into the outdoors or want a mix of adventure and culture on your trip, you can find that in Juneau, too! It is the capital city, after all. You can visit the State Capitol, tour museums, learn more about Alaska’s Native Tribes, and explore Juneau’s diverse range of attractions. The beer scene here is top-notch, and the restaurants are pretty great, too. Truly, Juneau has a little something for everyone, and that is why we consider it one of the best places to stay in Alaska.

When you visit, there are more than enough things to do in Juneau. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite things to do in Juneau out by season. With so many things to choose from, it won’t take you long to see why Juneau is one of the best places to stay in Alaska.

Spring, Summer, & Fall

The rugged natural beauty of this area lends itself to summertime exploration, and so there are many options of things to do in Juneau. Whatever you choose to do, get ready for plenty of big adventures!

• Visit Mendenhall Glacier.
• Head to Glacier Bay National Park.
• Ride a helicopter or Juneau floatplane to Taku Glacier Lodge.
• Ride the Mount Roberts Tramway.
• Go whale watching with Alaska Sea to Shore.
• Take a tour of the Tracy Arm Fjord.
• Go Mountain Biking.
• Explore Downtown Juneau and visit local breweries.
• Head to Admiralty Island to visit the Pack Creek Bear Viewing Area.
• Go hiking!

Winter

Snow, snow, and more snow! That is what winter in Juneau is all about. Unlike other destinations in Alaska, winter in Juneau is pretty mild and enjoyable. This opportunity for four seasons of fun is just one more reason Juneau is one of the best places to stay in Alaska.

• Ski at Eaglecrest Ski Area.
• Enjoy some nordic skiing.
• Take some winter hikes.
• Enjoy visits to Mendenhall Glacier, downtown Juneau, and many of the other attractions listed above, too.

The Best Place to Stay in Juneau

So now that we’ve covered why Juneau is one of the best places to stay in Alaska, let’s talk about the best place to stay in Juneau itself! When it comes to extraordinary lodging in Juneau, nothing beats the comfortable accommodations and exceptional hospitality provided by our downtown Juneau hotel.

The Silverbow Inn Hotel and Suites is located in the heart of downtown Juneau, within easy walking distance to the town’s best breweries, restaurants, museums, and other top attractions. We’re the downtown Juneau hotel offering the broad range of amenities that you’ll find here, including free and fast WiFi, breakfast and daily snacks and treats, and rooftop hot tubs with amazing views. We also offer a range of suitable accommodations for everyone, from solo adventurers and business travelers to multi-generational families and couples.

If you’re ready to experience the best place to stay in Juneau, then it’s time to start planning. Book your room at our downtown Juneau hotel today!