Spruce Lodge

Hotels
8.7 (615 reviews)
31851 Herman Leirer Rd PO BOX 3565 , Seward , us

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Express check-in/check-out
Soundproof rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Meeting/banquet facilities
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and comfortable
Helpful staff
Cons:
Difficult location
Issues with amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
9.38
The reviews mention a high level of cleanliness and comfort in the room.
Service
8.85
Standard quality for this hotel tier. Some issues with communication regarding shuttle services, but overall helpful staff.
Location
8.39
Location is somewhat difficult to find due to signs and hidden entrance, but it's a quiet area.
Room Quality
8.84
Rooms were described positively with a good size and impressive kitchen, although bedding quality was criticized.
Amenities
7.87
Lack of true amenities as advertised; essentials only.
Value for Money
8.33
While the room was cosmetically nice, there were complaints about pricing versus actual amenities offered.
Food and Beverage
8.88
No on-site dining options noted, but general satisfaction with surrounding area for restaurants.
Overall Experience
9.05
The stay was enjoyable despite some logistical issues and quality concerns.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-11 00:36

Property Description

Charming Accommodation
Indulge in cozy rooms with modern amenities including flat-screen TVs and kitchenettes in select rooms.

Convenient Facilities
Enjoy complimentary WiFi and private parking during your stay at Spruce Lodge.

Ideal Location
Located just 163 km from Kenai Municipal Airport, making traveling a breeze.

For a delightful stay at Spruce Lodge, book now!

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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

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 17 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

8.7
Based on 615 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.38
Service: 8.85
Location: 8.39
Room Quality: 8.84
Amenities: 7.87
Value for Money: 8.33
Food and Beverage: 8.88
Overall Experience: 9.05
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Elizabeth couple us
7
New Hotel, Room for Improvement
Pros:

The hotel was very new - think we were in the older building in a top floor room. It was in a good location to get to Exit Glacier however was a bit of a drive into town. It was nice to have the coffee shop on site, however we didn't ever go as we had our own groceries. It was nice having a full kitchen to make breakfast and store snacks and food.

The room was pretty much spotless, which was nice.

Cons:

The positive aside, they really have some things to work on. As a hotel with efficiency-style rooms, I'd expect the offering to be a bit bitter. We had one pan, one pot, a wooden spoon, cork screw, 1 "sharp" knife and a few other things. I was fairly surprised to see there wasn't a spatula and briefly debated buying one in town. Additionally, at the very least they could provide paper towels and tissues. That's right, our room didn't have tissues, which was super strange.

The room was spacious but the floor was really sticky. Not dirty sticky though, sticky from whatever they had cleaned the floors with. It was very strange. The walls could use some decor as the room felt utilitarian and sparse.

I also had no idea how to contact anyone on-site. When we got to our room we had 3 pillows and 2 towels for the two of us. I tried using their portal which really only lets you check in and out. I wound up calling the front desk and speaking to a somewhat confused girl who was able to get me what I needed. I had to go to the office which she told me was staffed during certain hours (was within those hours) to find the door locked.

Again, not terrible but definitely has areas for improvement.

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Deborah extended_group us
9
Spotless room with comfy beds, tall strong shower, 1st floor rooms are wheelchair accessible
Pros:

Spotless room, ramp access to first floor for wheelchair & luggage, comfy beds, good blackout window treatments, espresso hut young lady was excellent!

Cons:

No paper towel in the kitchen, TV remote only worked up to 18 inches away from the set, had to be standing in front of it for it to work

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Carolynn family_with_children us
9
Pros:

clean room, very comfortable bed. Great Shower!!! Kitchen was a nice surprise

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Michelle family_with_children us
8
It was a nice stay for the one night.
Pros:

Was beautiful, easy access, close to where we needed to be

Cons:

It was too pricey, luckily I split it with my mother. I booked a few days ahead of my stay, you would think there would be a discounted rate. Also, seemed like there was no cancellation policy- we were going back and forth cuz of the bad weather.

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Armando solo_traveller co
10
2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Brandy solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

Brand new. Absolutely beautiful room!

Cons:

Far from restaurants. The impersonal check in

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Stephen Daviess solo_traveller au
8
Pros:

Room new, shower good & bed comfortable.

Cons:

Need a bed lamp in the room or be able to dim the lights. Poor insulation between rooms.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
K
Keith couple us
10
2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Terry solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

Clean, comfortable, convenient...Entered with a code, so no staff interaction was needed. Would highly recommend.

Cons:

Only way to the second level was via stairs. Challenging with luggage or with a handicap.

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Manikandan family_with_children us
9
Excellent stay—clean, spacious, and perfect location!
Pros:

Spruce Lodge was the perfect base for our trip. Our room was spotless, spacious, and offered excellent value for money. The location is incredibly convenient—just a short drive to the Kenai Fjords cruise harbor and nearby supermarkets. Super easy and comfortable stay!

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Ayushi family_with_children us
9
Loved it
Pros:

Loved the feeling of the cabin. Nearly built and had all the latest equipments.

Cons:

Check-in was a little confusing. Also the room numbers are not visible from outside so hard to spot your room.

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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David couple us
4
Pros:

None

Cons:

Hand bars in showers. Bottom of tub is very slippery with nothing to grab for stability.

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Philip solo_traveller ch
8
Good stay
Pros:

Liked the sms check in, comfortable and fully equipped kitchen.

Cons:

Bed was too soft.

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Mateusz solo_traveller pl
9
Pros:

Super miejsce i sam apartament z pomysłem.

Cons:

W kuchni trochę brakuje sprzętu aby coś podgrzać itp. Minus za plamę na prześcieradle. Mam nadzieję że było zmienione i tylko niedoprane

2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Yanxin solo_traveller us
10
2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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qingyun couple us
1
2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Nayab couple us
6
Pros:

The quiet location and the location within the trees. Also liked have a full kitchen.

Cons:

I booked a queen room but the bed was the size of a double. The mattress was also too soft. So it was hard to get enough sleep.

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Sarah family_with_children us
10
Convenient to Seward but far enough from downtown for quiet
Pros:

I was truly impressed by how comfortable these walk-up, motel-style rooms were. Plush mattress, a kitchen in every room, and the two-bed queens had a lovely electric fireplace for the mood. Checkin was all done virtually, with the owner sending a text message including checkin code and checkout info on day of departure. Bonus, the coffee from the on-site coffee hut was great! Also lucky enough to stay the first night during a wedding just next door... free live music? Count me in! Wish I knew what the band was, they were fantastic! Second bonus: the owner's golden retriever visited along the parking lot. All motels should have a golden!

Cons:

Parking lot isn't paved, it's mostly gravel, so could get a bit muddy during wet weather. Nothing else to complain about!

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Stanley family_with_children us
5
While the guest service staff were very nice, the hotel was a disappointment.
Pros:

The staff were very nice and friendly but they could not resolve issues

Cons:

The room was very basic. The door to the bathroom was off it's track. The floors were not clean. The guests above us had a dog that played with a ball throughout the night. The walls were paper thin. The sheets were clean but worn out.

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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VENKATESAN family_with_children us
10
2026-06-20 via Nuitee