Glacier Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel in Valdez with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Pub
Front of property
Miscellaneous
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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210 Egan Dr, Valdez, AK, 99686
  • Place, Valdez Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Valdez Convention and Civic Center
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Columbia Glacier
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Valdez, AK (VDZ)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Soundproofed rooms
Heating
Crib/infant bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 24 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(61 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
Shower/bath combination
Soundproofed rooms
Heating
Crib/infant bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 24 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Valdez

At Glacier Hotel you'll be within steps of Valdez Post Office and Valdez Museum. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The Egan St. Pub is the hotel's own pub. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Valdez hotel include Valdez Convention and Civic Center and Ruth Pond Park.

What's nearby

  • Valdez Post Office - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Valdez Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Valdez Convention and Civic Center - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Columbia Glacier - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Dock Point Trail - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Valdez, AK (VDZ) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fat Mermaid - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Roadside Potatohead - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Wheel House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Nat Shack - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Mike's Palace - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Glacier Hotel

Hotel in Valdez with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A vending machine, tour/ticket assistance, and room service (during limited hours) are also featured at Glacier Hotel. Self parking is free.

This Valdez hotel is smoke free.

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Glacier Hotel offers 40 accommodations with free toiletries. Beds feature premium bedding. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Egan St. Pub

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 1 October and 30 April.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 25.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 25.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Glacier Hotel Valdez
Glacier Valdez
Glacier Sound Hotel
Glacier Hotel Hotel
Glacier Hotel Valdez
Glacier Hotel Hotel Valdez

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Glacier Hotel?

Glacier Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Glacier Hotel?

Yep, Glacier Hotel has a free self car park.

What makes Glacier Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Glacier Hotel.

Does Glacier Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, our guests love the free buffet brekkie here! Served daily between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Glacier Hotel?

No, Glacier Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Glacier Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant. The bar is closed seasonally each year from October 1 until April 30.

What time are check-in & check-out at Glacier Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Glacier Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

Glacier Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 241 out of 562 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 207 out of 562 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 562 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 562 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 562 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

arvind

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, great staff, hotel is old, but comfortable. Room was clean and well maintained. Excellent value for the price!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Aleksandar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The beds are comfortable good internet sleed great services
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sheree

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property managers very nice and provided excellent customer service. This is an older building but it has been redone. Very clean and a good choice for Valdez Alaska. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Helen, North Granby

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owner/clerk was lovely to deal with. The rooms are very basic but the beds are comfortable and it's clean. Breakfast is again very basic but okay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Dwight

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I cannot recommend this motel. Staff was friendly though.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Weijun

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanna, Thayne

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanna, Thayne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All around great! I read reviews so when I saw the good reviews and high rating on Hotel Glacier, we decided to give it a try. I am so glad we did! The hotel didn't look like much on the outside but the lobby was nice and clean. Check-In was easy. Staff was pleasant and efficient. Our room was clean and the bed was comfortable. Breakfast was very good. $100/night less expensive than another nearby option. We will definitely stay at Hotel Glacier when we return to Valdez and would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peiyi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff is very nice and friendly, check in is smooth, breakfast is fine and included, for limited choices of accommodations in Valdez, this is nice place to stay for a night or two.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hui

Avoid Anadyr Adventures Company @Valdez We tried to voice our complaints, but it’s clear that the owner, Scott, does not manage things properly. A quick look at the 1-star reviews confirms that he ignores customer concerns. We want to warn all tourists: never book with this company. What we experienced was unacceptable—discrimination and humiliation from their guide. No one should pay money only to be treated this way. Even other customers confronted Scott about the guide’s behavior, but nothing was done. This business does not deserve customers, and we hope travelers stay away before they face the same mistreatment.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

corie

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
I wouldn't call this a hotel, it is definitely a motel with pretty standard breakfast buffet fare. While the facility is showing its age and doesn't have much by way of amenities, I will say the bed was very comfortable and I probably slept better there than anywhere else I stayed over my three weeks in Alaska. The location is also good, I could walk anywhere I wanted to visit
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable room close to everything

The room was nicer than I expected. Comfortable room close to everything in Valdez.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mara M.

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Winston

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

AMBER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Valdez, if you please.

We (me, Trophy Husband) are on a two month road trip from Nevada to Alaska and back. And we are hoteling it. So, I'm constantly reading reviews and looking to save some money if possible. This is why I picked the Glacier Hotel. They were more moderately priced than some of the other hotels in town. The Pros: The young man (I believe his name is Jamar) who checked us in was outstanding! Personable, helpful (we had an issue with no TV remote and he went above and beyond to find us one) and professional. The rooms are decent size and have the standard amenities; TV, microwave, mini fridge, hair dryer, windows with screens (this matters). Breakfast is better than average with something for everyone. Water pressure is incredible and shower water gets nice and hot. No frills and is centrally located/easily walkable to most places in town. Cons: No elevator. Only two stories but if you're an overpacker then your Trophy Husband may be grumpy after everything has been hauled upstairs. No AC. Use those windows to your advantage. This is an older property and shows its age. Travel Pro tip: We splurged on a Venty fan (portable, compact, rechargeable oscillating fan, on Amazon) and it has saved this trip - very few places have (a need for) AC. I can't recommend this compact fan enough, especially here! Use an eye mask, ear plugs and/or sound machine (app) to drown out some of the noise from late arriving travelers who have no clue it's as late as it is in the busy summer season.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie L

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

james, Bellevue

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff are very friendly and helpful. The hotel has great views on the glaciers.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Alma

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Do absolutely not recommend

Terrible stay. The hotel is so noisy you could hear your neighbors sneezing. Could not sleep at all
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Rohit

Liked: Staff & service
Ordinary budget hotel at Alaska Valdez accommodation prices. Pretty warn down. Heaters are old style panels close to the floor with a control knob. We had to switch rooms because my wife couldn’t climb stairs easily. One room had firmer beds but we sank into the beds in the other room. Staff was very accommodating. Breakfast was okay. Heavy on carbs other than scrambled eggs. It is about a 7-minute walk to the harbor. Very close to restaurants, etc. by car. Opposite the Valdez museum and close to the visitors center. All in all, an okay place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Diana

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025