The Lakefront Anchorage

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Millennium Hotels
7.8 (1466 reviews)
4800 Spenard Road , Anchorage , us
+1 907-243-2300

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean and comfortable rooms
Good location
Positive restaurant experience
Convenient parking
Cons:
Noisy heater
Service inconsistencies
Limited amenities operation
General upkeep problems

Categories

Cleanliness
7.18
Multiple reviews mention cleanliness as good, but there are concerns about overall condition.
Service
8.65
Numerous guests praised the staff for being friendly and accommodating.
Location
8.69
Guests appreciated the proximity to the airport and surrounding attractions.
Room Quality
7.64
Some guests found rooms comfortable, but there are complaints about general upkeep.
Amenities
7.67
Amenities were viewed positively, although some were unavailable or not well maintained.
Value for Money
7.93
Guests felt that the price was reasonable given the service and location, despite complaints.
Food and Beverage
6.68
Guests experienced issues with the breakfast service and had mixed experiences.
Overall Experience
7.95
Overall a mix of positive experiences with helpful staff, but several significant issues reported.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 00:57

Property Description

Lakefront Luxury on Lake Hood

Lakefront Views and Convenient Shuttle Service
Situated on the shores of Lake Hood, The Lakefront Anchorage offers stunning views and free 24-hour shuttle service to the airport and downtown.

Comfort and Convenience at Your Fingertips
Guest rooms feature dark hardwood furniture, cable HDTV, and amenities like a refrigerator and coffee maker. The on-site gym with floor-to-ceiling mirrors and a private float plane dock add to the convenience.

Delightful Dining and Relaxation
Indulge in Alaskan seafood at The Flying Machine Restaurant or unwind at The Fancy Moose Lounge. With Kincaid Park nearby, The Lakefront Anchorage offers the perfect blend of luxury and nature.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at The Lakefront Anchorage!

Important information:

Please note: The minimum age to check into the property is 21 years and older.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: ANC

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 8 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 15 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 13 years old and over stay for US$15 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 1466 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.18
Service: 8.65
Location: 8.69
Room Quality: 7.64
Amenities: 7.67
Value for Money: 7.93
Food and Beverage: 6.68
Overall Experience: 7.95
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George • family_with_children • us
9
Pros:

Location and views

Cons:

No Alaska residence discount

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • family_with_children • us
5
We booked a night in this hotel to watch floatplanes. You must go outside to see them.
Pros:

The hotel is nicely decorated and it is in a good location.

Cons:

Most rooms are NOT lake view. So if you are choosing this hotel to see the floatplanes on Lake Hood, you will be disappointed.

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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SONGMIN • extended_group • cn
10
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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barbara • couple • us
10
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Fabíola • couple • bs
10
Super recomend
Pros:

Very spacious room. Amazing breakfast. The waiter Mr. Boyd is beyond polite.

Cons:

The people in front desk wasn’t very friendly

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Sue • couple • gb
3
In need of renovation
Pros:

N/A

Cons:

In need of renovation
Very hot room, noisy air conditioning & noise from sea planes

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Emily • solo_traveller • au
6
Disappointing and overpriced - not recommended for more than an overnight on the way to somewhere else
Pros:

The hotel offers a convenient shuttle to the airport and to downtown anchorage, and the restaurant staff were helpful about getting gluten free meals

Cons:

A very expensive hotel that is nevertheless fairly dilapidated. Food at the restaurant is pretty average

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Mengyan • solo_traveller • us
10
Pricey breakfast
Pros:

The rooms and beds were clean and comfortable! Location was great too.

Cons:

Breakfast was listed as $15 on booking.com but our party of 6 had a bill of $168 for the breakfast buffet.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Yuga • solo_traveller • gb
2
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Alireza • solo_traveller • ca
10
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Sven • couple • ch
8
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Arlene • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

The hotel was beautiful. The room was spacious and clean. . It was on Lake Hood. We were able to dine outside for dinner and watch the seaplanes land and take off. The breakfast buffet was decent.

Cons:

We did not have a view from our room.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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steven • couple • gb
3
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Mary • couple • us
9
Other than the gal as t the desk most of it was great
Pros:

I love the location been there before

Cons:

Your staff on duty when we checked in was terrible, this is suppose to be a friendly experience the lady who checked us in was terrible! You might want to figure out who she was! I was furious. If I had been only me I would have walked out! I have stayed there before but she was terrible

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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douglastD1673MC • Family
2
Absolutely horrible
Pros:

I had an absolutely horrible experience with a booking at The Lakefront Anchorage. I reserved the room through super.com, but when I arrived at 1:00 a.m., the hotel could not find my reservation. The staff told me they could see the reservation in an email but could not find it in their system, so they refused to check me in.

I tried contacting super.com’s customer support, but I could not reach a live representative for nearly an hour. With no other option that late at night, I had to pay the hotel $798.56 for the room. The hotel promised to refund the charge once it confirmed my reservation. I even called the hotel while I was on my cruise, but the issue was never resolved.

In total, I paid more than $1,000 for a one-night stay. I am still disputing the charge with my credit card company today. This entire experience was stressful, expensive, and completely unacceptable.

2026-07-17 • via Tripadvisor
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Richard • couple • us
6
Overpriced and Underwhelming
Pros:

Next to water-airport. Dining room food was good.

Cons:

It’s old and tired and in need of a a major refresh. Front desk staffing is lacking so if there’s more than one or two needing assistance, you’ll have a wait to get serviced and even then attentiveness is lacking.

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Victor • solo_traveller • fi
10
Siisti huone ja hyvä palvelu
Pros:

Hyvä palvelu late check in ja kyyti lentokentältä sujui hyvin

Cons:

Ei syytä

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Simply.Oregon • solo_traveller • us
10
Above the rest.. Amazing stay!
Pros:

Everything and everyone was wonderful.

Cons:

There wasn't anything not to like. Would return without hesitation..

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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John • extended_group • us
1
Cons:

I reserved 3 deluxe King rooms a month prior to arrival. Once arriving at the hotel. We were told all deluxe king rooms were sold out. We were given rooms with queen beds. What’s the point of booking and making prior reservations for a select room if the hotel is going to sale those out ahead of your arrival!

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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MiMelly • Family • Michigan
6
Acceptable for 1 night.
Pros:

Don’t stay here with high expectations. It was fine for 1 night after a late arrival; but I personally wouldn’t want to spend more time at the property. The location was convenient, the breakfast was good, there was an incredibly helpful maintenance employee and very kind lady at the front desk that we appreciated.

The property is very “worn” and outdated. The cleanliness was questionable. Prior to arriving, I called the property regarding the airport shuttle. I was instructed to call the property when we arrive and they will send the shuttle. We called several times and no one picked up the phone. We also looked for shuttle ( per the description on either the website or our confirmation email). We didn’t see either. We ended up paying for an Uber; it wasn’t an issue of the money, but more-so the inconvenience after a long travel day.

2026-07-14 • via Tripadvisor