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Gakona Lodge

2.5 star property
Gakona beachfront lodge with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Dinner served, American cuisine
Exterior
Balcony
Cabin, 3 Bedrooms
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Nightclub
  • Breakfast available
  • Meeting rooms
  • Communal living room
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Conference space
  • Gift shops/newsstands
  • Picnic area
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Playground on site
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Free self parking
  • Children's games

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View

Highlights

Heating
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Daily housekeeping
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Economy Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom, Resort View

Economy Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom, Resort View

Economy Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom, Resort View

Highlights

Heating
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 9 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Cabin, 1 Bedroom

Cabin, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Cabin, 3 Bedrooms

Cabin, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom, River View

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom, River View

Highlights

Heating
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 14 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Shared Bathroom, Mountain View

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Shared Bathroom, Mountain View

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Shared Bathroom, Mountain View

Highlights

Heating
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 9 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom, River View

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom, River View

Highlights

Heating
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 7 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom, River View

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom, River View

Highlights

Heating
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 7 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom

Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 6 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom, River View

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom, River View

Highlights

Heating
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 13 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the area

Map
Mile 2 Tok Cutoff, Gakona, AK, 99586

What's nearby

  • Dry Creek State Recreation Site - 16 min drive
  • Wrangell‐St. Elias National Park Visitor Center - 28 min drive
  • Chapel on the Hill - 33 min drive
  • Chistochina River Trailhead - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carriage House Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Trappers Den Tavern - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Gakona Lodge

A great choice for a stay in Gakona, Gakona Lodge features a nightclub. The bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Carriage House Restaurant, which serves American cuisine and is open for dinner. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 16 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Carriage House Restaurant or Trappers Den Tavern next door to Main Lodge]
    • If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free, per registered adult, when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Playground
  • Children's games

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Karaoke
  • Pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space (1200 square feet)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Bike cleaning

Facilities

  • Built in 1904
  • Picnic area
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Nightclub
  • Reception hall
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Special features

Dining

Carriage House Restaurant - This family restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner only.
Trappers Den Travern - This bar specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner only. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 15.95 to 29.99 per person

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between September 3 and May 31.

Parking

  • RV/bus/truck parking is available for an extra charge

Policies

Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Gakona Lodge
Gakona Lodge Lodge
Gakona Lodge Gakona
Gakona Lodge Lodge Gakona

Frequently asked questions

Is Gakona Lodge currently open?
The property is closed between September 3 and May 31.
Does Gakona Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Gakona Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Gakona Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Gakona Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Gakona Lodge?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Gakona Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, fishing, and hiking. Enjoy amenities like a nightclub and a picnic area.
Are there restaurants at or near Gakona Lodge?
Yes, Carriage House Restaurant offers American cuisine.
What's the area around Gakona Lodge like?
Gakona Lodge is located by the river. Popular attractions include Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, which is 11 minutes away by car.

Gakona Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Shannon, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

The area is very poorly maintained and the cabin condition was a bit below average.
Souvik, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Anelle, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

I think you need to understand the history of the lodge before you stay there. My room was in the first floor and the only room with a private bath. I could hear every word the staff was saying outside my room and the room above me I could hear every snore.
Carol, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Interesting Stay
There was a shared bathroom. That was inconvenient. but tolerable. The annoying part was there were no drinking glasses to be found, making it impossible to take medication and difficult to rinse after brushing teeth. That should be among the basics, along with tissues. which weren’t provided either!
Carole R, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Rustic/quaint/funky/old
Historic lodge. My husband and I stayed for three nights in the three bedroom cabin, as it was the only place available at the time. There are not many options in this remote area. Despite its charm, there were some issues. There is peeling paint and exposed walls. The area is very quiet, especially at night. There are heaters in all of the rooms, so we were warm enough. We couldn’t get cell service on our phone, and the Wi-Fi was very unreliable. We couldn’t get the TV to work, so we went to the lobby to ask. We were told that it doesn’t work, but was left in the room for “aesthetics”. Two of the bedrooms have curtains instead of doors. The exposed hot water heater is in the hallway near the bathroom. We thought that there was no hot water in the kitchen sink, until we discovered that the faucets were mislabeled, and reversed. The beds were clean and comfortable, and there were enough blankets. This has gotten many positive reviews. It depends on one’s expectations. It is probably acceptable for people who are used to camping and/or roughing it. We felt that it was not up to the standards of some of the other hotels and lodges where we stayed on our Alaska trip.
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Paul, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

The place was falling apart. The cook was unavailable so the shut down the entire restaurant with a hand written note on the door they would be closed for 2 days. Our room had two doors that were not secure. The entire place was trashy. We checked out a day early, even if we loose the 2nd nights expense, I felt it better to leave.
David, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Fine old place!
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Mauricio, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very old. As expected. Lodge was nice. Shared bathrooms were clean and easily accessible. Guy across the hall snored so bad
Wendy, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Just need to remember you share a bathroom with others staying there. Bathroom is clean and nice not very good pressure. The beds are squeaky.
Rita, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very authentic in its ambiance.
michael, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Rustic property
This is a rustic property. The owners are very nice and helpful. It’s nice to have a restaurant on site, but it’s not inexpensive. The cabin itself is old and very tired, but the bathroom was remodeled which was good. It was nice to be right on the river
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Friendly folks
Friendly small town with a historic roadhouse. Prices are very high in Alaska, so this was a cheaper option. The shared bathroom is challenging in the morning. However the bar next door is a great way to mix with fellow travellers and locals.
Dawn, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It was unique because it was an old historical lodge. Everything was clean and staff was super nice.
John, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Susan, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It is the oldest roadhouse in Alaska. The property is rustic, which adds character, and most spotlessly clean.
Gabrielle, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Gisela, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jason, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Reserved and rented a 3 bedroom cabin. 2 bedrooms had curtains instead of a door in the doorway...no big deal, just info. However, the 1 bedroom with an actual door smelled terrible (guessing it was cat urine based on a small doorway cut into the door). Hosts were obviously aware as there were about 8 air fresheners under the bed. Mattresses were all Very soft. People were nice, but when asked, did not have menus for either the bar or restaurant (2 separate buildings) available in paper or on-line to review until you sat down and felt committed. Seemed to be a significant difference in price between a meal at the bar versus a similar item in the restaurant. The food was good and plentiful. Overall, the cabin better than tent camping in the rain like we had done the previous couple of nights, with plenty of heat and hot water. (note: connections for hot and cold water in "kitchen" sink were reversed so left handle was for cold and right was for hot, but at least they worked once we broke the code). The biggest issue was the smell in the bedroom.
Dennis, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Julia, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

A place to rest your head
A place to rest your head. It is very much a cabin. Family stayed 1 night. Not a lot to choose from out in bush of Alaska. It was good could use some upgrades. Shower and toilet room looked new with on demand water heater. Thanks for the stay
Joseph, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We had a good stay. Very clean and comfortable. There was a little confusion with booking upon arrival due to something eith the 3rd party booking site, but they were really nice and helpful and got it sorted for us. It was just what we needed for a quick overnight rest along our way.
George, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Danny, 1-night trip
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