Alaska Wildlife Explorer

Goldbelt Hotel — Juneau, AK

The Goldbelt Hotel in downtown Juneau may offer excellent access to all that's civilized in Alaska's capital city, but you're never far removed from what may trump civilization: the amazing natural backdrop. At seven stories high, the Goldbelt has prime views of Juneau's waterfront—which can be seen from each of the 104 handsome guest rooms. Complimentary shuttle service is available to/from the Juneau Airport, there is a gym on-site, and the hotel will soon be opening a bar and grill.

Gustavus Inn — Gustavus, Alaska

Gustavus Inn is a historic country inn located in in the spectacularly beautiful Glacier Bay National Park, where the Lesh family has been welcoming visitors to share their home, hearth and table for three generations. Comfortable new guest rooms have a queen and a twin bed with private batrooms. The two original homestead rooms boast ocean views, and share a hall bath. Guests gather around the dining table to share family-style meals of fruits and vegetables from the lovingly maintained garden, as well as Dungeness crab and salmon fresh from the Icy Strait.

Stickine Inn — Wrangell, AK

A community rich in gold rush and Native American history, Wrangell is is one of the oldest towns in Alaska. Located near the mouth of the Stikine River,  this area provides hiking, fishing and wildlife viewing enthusiasts with numerous opportunities to get up close and personal with nature. The Stikine Inn features  newly remodeled rooms with comfortable mattresses, expanded cable and HBO, in-room coffee makers, and some of the best views of any lodging on Wrangell Island. The onsite seasonal restaurant, which is referred to by the locals as “The Stik,” serves burgers that are famous throughout SE Alaska, hand-cut steaks and slow cooked prime rib, and delicious fish and chips made with halibut sourced from local fisherman.