Gakona Lodge

Hotels
8.3 (187 reviews)
Mile 2 Tok Cutoff , Gakona , us

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Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
Packed lunches
Darts
Karaoke
Shared lounge/TV area
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good food
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Need for room upgrades

Categories

Cleanliness
7.53
Some reviews highlighted cleanliness issues, such as cigarette smell and rooms needing upgrades.
Service
8.8
Consistently described as friendly and professional staff.
Location
8.54
Rustic and scenic location received positive mentions.
Room Quality
7.79
Rooms were clean and comfortable, but some mentioned the need for modernization.
Amenities
8.12
Mention of in-house dining and recreational options; however, some amenities could be improved.
Value for Money
8.18
Overall decent experience considering the offerings.
Food and Beverage
8.93
Breakfast and dining options received high praise.
Overall Experience
8.5
Unique experience praised, especially for historic character and charm.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-18 10:04

Property Description

Charming Gakona Lodge in Scenic Gakona

Family-Friendly Accommodations: With spacious family rooms and a children's playground, Gakona Lodge is perfect for a fun-filled family getaway.

Fully Equipped Kitchen in Select Rooms: Enjoy the convenience of having a kitchen with a fridge, oven, and microwave in selected rooms, making your stay feel just like home.

Exciting Activities and Amenities: From billiards and darts to hiking and cycling, there's never a dull moment at Gakona Lodge. Plus, unwind with a barbecue after a day of adventures.

Book your stay at Gakona Lodge now for an unforgettable experience in the heart of nature.

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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: ANC

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 187 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.53
Service: 8.8
Location: 8.54
Room Quality: 7.79
Amenities: 8.12
Value for Money: 8.18
Food and Beverage: 8.93
Overall Experience: 8.5
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Bernard • family_with_children • us
7
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Todd • friends
10
Pros:

We were their last clients of the year. But we were still treated like the first guests of the year! Good food and clean comfy cabin by the river!

2025-09-22 • via Nuitee
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David • family
10
Pros:

The lodge was clean and had a great bar/restaurant. The lodge was one of the highlights of our trip.

2025-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Deborah • couple • de
7
Everything was ok
Pros:

The breakfast was very good, and free parking. The saloon was cool too - we could play pool for free.

2025-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Mingming
10
Pros:

Clean and comfortable

2025-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Jesse • solo_traveller • au
10
Well worth it 🇦🇺🇦🇺
Pros:

Great venue , friendly staff , awesome breakfast. Quaint little slice of paradise.

2025-09-01 • via Nuitee
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philippe • family_with_children • us
9
Great place to stay
Pros:

Nice place , rustic but functional .
The restaurant is excellent . Great ambiance.
Staff is very friendly and professional.
Clean room, Beds very confortable. Bath mats will be a plus.
At the breakfast, the pancakes, the coffee, the scramble eggs were great .

2025-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Muriel
10
Nice comfortable location
Pros:

The lodge was a 1 night stay in route to another location for us. It was clean, comfortable and the scenery very nice.

2025-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Nancy • family
8
Pros:

Quaint reminder of days gone by

2025-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Clare • couple • us
7
2025-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Terry H. • partner
10
Pros:

This is a fun old historic lodge, and so you will have to adjust to not every room having a bathroom. Our room, number 9, was large, very clean, and comfortable. The breakfast is very good, and the Tavern, where you eat dinner, is great. The chef, Nicola, is outstanding, serving up numerous draft beers and creating great daily dishes--his Halibut was the best of the trip! Even if you don't stay here, visit Trappers Tavern for dinner!

2025-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Jim
10
Pros:

Excellent service and people. The age and history of the lodge is remarkable. The kitchen prepareds wonderful meals and very proud to do so. I would highly recommend the Gokona Lodge to all looking for a quiet out of the way place.

2025-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Jammie • family
4
Pros:

Was certainly not what was advertised. Very run down and dated.

2025-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Wayne
8
Pros:

Ni e sitting area porch off the room

2025-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Heidi • friends
8
Pros:

Limited options in this area. We knew when we booked this that it was in a rural area and was very rustic. We had the 3 bedroom cabin which had a kitchen sink, mini fridge and microwave, 1 bathroom with a shower stall. The bedrooms were small- 1 had a wooden door, the other 2 just curtains in the doorways for privacy. No TV but a couple board games provided. Limited access to electrical outlets and we were unable to connect to the wifi. A hot breakfast was provided which was unexpected but very good. There is a bar and separate restaurant on site. The one night the restaurant was tied up with a community event so we drove about 20 min to a nearby town to eat. The next night, the restaurant was closed but food was served in the bar and our meals were good. Overall a decent stay- we enjoyed the peace and quiet as well as visiting with the staff, other guests and local folks.

2025-08-05 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • pa
2
Go to this place if you don’t mind cigarette smell
Pros:

There was a restaurant and bar. The bar tender was nice

Cons:

It didn’t smell bad, it reeked! Like the place had not been cleaned in years!
The bedroom was dirty. The sheets seemed fine. The bathrooms were clean.

2025-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Randy
8
Pros:

Everything was as expected for a place almost 100 years old.

2025-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Colleen • extended_group • us
10
The Gakona Lodge is the place to stay for your unique Alaskan adventure.
Pros:

Loved this historic roadhouse! It has so much character! The place was super clean. Also loved the breakfast . The tavern and live music was a real bonus!

Cons:

Nothing

2025-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Anna • extended_group • us
10
2025-08-02 • via Nuitee
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David • with friends • us
8
Nice stay at a very rustic setting
Pros:

Very friendly staff. Bar and restaurant on-site. Included breakfast was convenient and good.

Cons:

Really old, which is cool for the exterior. The inside of the cabins (only saw #2 and room 10) really need to be upgraded to give a modern, welcoming feel.

2025-07-31 • via Nuitee