Van Gilder Hotel
Hotel, 2-star308 Adams Street, Seward, AK, United StatesShow on map
5.7374 reviews
- Check-in from 4:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM.
- Good locationGuests rate the location 7.2 out of 10, at 308 Adams Street.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
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.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Hiking
- Luggage storage
- Fishing
Rooms
5.7
Guest rating
Rated 5.7 out of 10 by 374 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness4.7
- Service7.2
- Location7.2
- Rooms4.7
- Amenities4.7
- Value6.2
- Food & drink4.7
Guests mention
Clean bathroomsFriendly staffHistoric charmGreat location
JohnUnited StatesVery nice place to rest our heads. Just needs some TLC
Very quaint place, but the outside could use some paint. We lived one room.
MartineFranceL authenticité du lieu et l emplacement.
Chambre un peu petite .
MeaghanUnited StatesLocation
Cost for value.
MatthewUnited StatesA “ historic” feeling hotel in that it looks like it hasn’t been taken care of in the last century.
The location for walking through the downtown area was perfect. It was just off a block or two from the main road, so it was still quiet, but it was easy to walk to all the restaurants and shops you wanted to go…
MacroMikeAustraliaEasy walk to town. Free tourist bus route worked well
Shared bathroom. Room a little small
JuanitaUnited StatesThe best Sleep I have ever had
Love the olden days decor
I really love staff, and spending time in a place with so much history, this hotel was located in the perfect place to see everything and if you did not feel like driving walking was no problem
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
308 Adams Street, Seward, AK, United States
Guests rate the location 7.2 out of 10 — good.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 4:00 PM until 09:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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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.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Van Gilder Hotel
What time is check-in and check-out at Van Gilder Hotel?
Check-in is from 4:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Van Gilder Hotel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Van Gilder Hotel?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Does Van Gilder Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does Van Gilder Hotel have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
How do I book Van Gilder Hotel?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Van Gilder Hotel?
308 Adams Street, Seward, AK.
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