5 Best Hotels in The Bush, Alaska

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Lodging choices in the Bush are also limited. Some communities have a single hotel; the smallest have none. Others have a mix of hotels and bed-and-breakfasts. As a rule, rooms are very simply furnished and not always updated. You may have to share bathroom or kitchen facilities. Rooms go fast during the summer season, so book as far ahead as possible. And it never hurts to carry a tent as backup so you'll never be without a place to stay.

Suite 881

$$ | 81 3rd Ave., Bethel, AK, 99559, USA Fodor's Choice

This small, centrally located property offers tastefully appointed suites with kitchens and work spaces, private baths, washers and dryers, and Internet. Choose one- or two-bedroom suites, and ask for long-term pricing if settling in for an extended stay.

Pros

  • Fully stocked in-suite kitchens
  • Convenient long-term stays
  • Nicely decorated

Cons

  • Internet isn't very strong
  • Some rooms lack great views
  • No restaurant or breakfast available
81 3rd Ave., Bethel, AK, 99559, USA
907-545–4501-reservatons
Hotel Details
11 rooms
No Meals

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Bibber's B&B

$$ | 398 Lagoon St., Kotzebue, AK, USA

This longtime B&B offers rooms with shared kitchens, a tasty continental breakfast, and an owner who can tell you just about anything you need to know about Kotzebue. Comfortable and affordable, Bibber's appeals to business travelers, those fishing and hunting in the area, and visitors exploring the sound before heading to other parts of the Arctic.

Pros

  • Friendly, knowledgeable owner
  • Homey and affordable
  • Great way to meet fellow travelers

Cons

  • No website or online booking
  • Rooms are pretty basic
  • Not always someone there to check you in
398 Lagoon St., Kotzebue, AK, USA
907-442–2693
Hotel Details
15 rooms
Free Breakfast

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Dredge Inn No. 7

$$ | 1700 Teller Hwy., Nome, AK, USA

This inn has a turn-of-the-century vibe with mining memorabilia and historical photos that pay homage to the city's mining past. The suites all have private baths and fridges; some have common areas shared with other rooms, and some have private kitchenettes. You can walk the bike path from Dredge to Nome, and the inn also offers vehicle rentals to guests.

Pros

  • Convenient location
  • Kitchen spaces where you can actually cook
  • Cool mix of vintage and modern furnishings

Cons

  • Limited amenities
  • Only three people per room
  • Downstairs rooms get some noise
1700 Teller Hwy., Nome, AK, USA
907-304–1270
Hotel Details
35 rooms
No Meals

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Golden Sands Stables and Lodging

$$ | Nome, AK, 99762, USA

Golden Sands offers simple lodging at several locations in Nome and the chance to visit its equestrian center to join a trail ride or just hang out near the horses. Private and shared-bath options are available. Most units include breakfast, and the hosts are helpful and gracious.

Pros

  • Breakfast often includes eggs from their farm
  • Wi-Fi, laundry, and kitchen access included
  • Attentive hosts

Cons

  • Strict cancellation policy
  • Small, simple rooms
  • Some rooms share a bath
Nome, AK, 99762, USA
907-434–6878
Hotel Details
6 rooms
Free Breakfast

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Prudhoe Bay Hotel

$$ | 1 Deadhorse Dr., Prudhoe Bay, AK, 99734, USA

This hotel near the end of the road at Deadhorse primarily serves workers employed in the Prudhoe Bay oil fields, but tourists are also welcome. The rooms are dormitory-style, and not all of them have their own bathroom. The hotel includes a cafeteria-style dining hall with specific hours for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Food and drinks can be purchased from vending machines around the clock. The hotel is within walking distance to Deadhorse Airport.

Pros

  • One of the few lodging options in the area
  • Good food
  • Wi-Fi and TVs provided

Cons

  • Not all rooms have private bathrooms
  • Industrial setting and feel
  • Rooms are dormitory-style
1 Deadhorse Dr., Prudhoe Bay, AK, 99734, USA
907-659–2449
Hotel Details
200 rooms
All-Inclusive

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