Van Gilder Hotel

Hotels
5.7 (333 reviews)
308 Adams Street , Seward , us

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Family rooms
Hiking
Luggage storage
Fishing
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean bathrooms
Friendly staff
Historic charm
Great location
Cons:
Dirty corners and baseboards
Service inconsistencies
Overpriced
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
4.7
Multiple reviews noted cleanliness issues, particularly with corners and baseboards being dirty.
Service
7.2
Mixed sentiments; some mentions of friendly staff, though some service issues were raised.
Location
7.2
Noted as a strong point with proximity to attractions and a free shuttle stop.
Room Quality
4.7
Concerns about room size, outdated facilities, and shared bath setups.
Amenities
4.7
Reviews indicated limited amenities, including no elevator and minimal breakfast options.
Value for Money
6.2
Some reviews highlight the hotel being overpriced for the quality.
Food and Beverage
4.7
Limited positive feedback on food options; breakfast received criticism.
Overall Experience
6.2
Overall experience varied, with charm mentioned but many cleanliness and service issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 09:24

Property Description

Welcome to Van Gilder Hotel, your cozy 2-star retreat in Seward.

Convenient Amenities: Enjoy complimentary WiFi and private parking during your stay at Van Gilder Hotel. Rest assured with fresh bed linen and towels provided in every room for your comfort.

Explore Nature: Immerse yourself in the beauty of Seward with hiking and other outdoor activities just moments away from the hotel.

Easy Travel: Located just 168 km from Kenai Municipal Airport, your journey to Van Gilder Hotel is hassle-free.

Book your stay at Van Gilder Hotel now and make unforgettable memories in scenic Seward!

Important information:

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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: ENA

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 15 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

5.7
Based on 333 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.7
Service: 7.2
Location: 7.2
Room Quality: 4.7
Amenities: 4.7
Value for Money: 6.2
Food and Beverage: 4.7
Overall Experience: 6.2
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Pat • extended_group • us
6
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Needs updating

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Kentaro • solo_traveller • us
6
2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Jay • extended_group • us
9
2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Supratik • couple • us
2
Cons:

Lack of maintenance shown in doors, rooms, stairs

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Carl Victor • solo_traveller • us
5
2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Stephanie • extended_group • us
6
Pros:

It was okay…kind of old but well maintained other than the mattresses and cleanliness. Our room heater didn’t work but they did get us an electric heater for the night so that was nice.

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Bharathram • family_with_children • in
5
Historical hotel. Great location. NO bathrooms on floor 3 and no elevator
Pros:

Excellent location. Historical hotel.

Cons:

We booked a room with shared bathroom. BUt there is no shared bathroom on floor 3 where we stayed and we had to go down to floor 2 each time we needed the bathroom. Did not like the fact that there is no elevator.

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Theresa • couple • us
8
Pros:

I didn’t have breakfast, but I enjoyed the coffee

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Jasna • solo_traveller • gb
4
I knew what to expect from the reviews, but I don’t understand how they can afford such high prices for the offer. I wil
Pros:

There isn’t much to like here, sadly. The fact they offered coffee all day round was probably the best thing in my experience

Cons:

It’s really run down outside and inside. Even though I paid for an ensuite room - the hot water didn’t work and I had to use shared facilities, still paying full price.

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Hao • couple • us
10
2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Theresa • couple • us
8
Pros:

Staff was very nice to us.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Zhiming • solo_traveller • cn
9
2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Mario • couple • us
8
Pros:

Central

Cons:

No a/c, no elevator

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • couple • au
6
Pros:

Vintage chic

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Ethan • extended_group • gb
10
Great location in a characterful hotel.
Pros:

Great downtown location and surrounded by restaurants. Very clean, large spacious rooms and very comfortable beds. Bathroom was spotless and showers were hot and good pressure.

Cons:

The outside of the property is a little tired and the internal decor a little aged. It is very clean and comfortable though.

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Inna • couple • us
7
Decent choice, with a historical flare.
Pros:

Historic hotel, very hospitable administrator Sash, perfect location.

Cons:

The place is old, many things are working poorly, shower for example.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • family_with_children • us
7
Old hotel - very basic.
Pros:

Old historical charm.

Cons:

Would have been nice to have an elevator and Coffee in the room.

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Erin • family_with_children • us
9
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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prashant • family_with_children • us
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Terri • couple • us
5
The bed was comfortable
Pros:

Location is great

Cons:

It was dirty,, towel for shower was damp,, bed not bed correctly, no light bulb in bedside lamp,, tv in a spot you could even watch
Black mold! Come on

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee