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Gakona Lodge

2.5 star property
Beachfront lodge with nightclub and restaurant
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American cuisine
Outdoor banquet area
Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom
Meeting facility
Cabin, 1 Bedroom | Bathroom

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Parking included
    Parking included

Explore the area

Map
Mile 2 Tok Cutoff, Gakona, AK, 99586
  • Dry Creek State Recreation Site
    16 min drive
  • Wrangell‐St. Elias National Park Visitor Center
    28 min drive
  • Chistochina River Trailhead
    49 min drive
  • Copper Center Airport (CZC)
    34 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View

Highlights

Heating
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Daily housekeeping
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Economy Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom, Resort View

Economy Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom, Resort View

Economy Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom, Resort View

Highlights

Heating
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 9 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Cabin, 1 Bedroom

Cabin, 1 Bedroom

Cabin, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Cabin, 3 Bedrooms

Cabin, 3 Bedrooms

Cabin, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom, River View

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom, River View

Highlights

Heating
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 14 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Shared Bathroom, Mountain View

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Shared Bathroom, Mountain View

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Shared Bathroom, Mountain View

Highlights

Heating
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 9 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom, River View

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom, River View

Highlights

Heating
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 7 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom, River View

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom, River View

Highlights

Heating
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 7 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom

Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom

Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 6 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom, River View

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom, River View

Highlights

Heating
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 13 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Gakona

At Gakona Lodge, you'll be 12 km (7.5 mi) from Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and 21.1 km (13.1 mi) from Dry Creek State Recreation Site. Highlights at this beachfront lodge include a restaurant, a nightclub and free self-parking. .The family restaurant, Carriage House Restaurant, serves American cuisine and is open for dinner. Trappers Den Travern is the lodge's own bar, serving drinks along with dinner. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site karaoke. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of RV/bus/truck parking. .Sights within a 30-minute drive of this Gakona lodge include Kluane/Wrangell-St Elias/Glacier Bay/Tatshenshini-Alsek and Wrangell‐St. Elias National Park Visitor Center.
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What's nearby

  • Dry Creek State Recreation Site - 16 min drive
  • Wrangell‐St. Elias National Park Visitor Center - 28 min drive
  • Chapel on the Hill - 33 min drive
  • Chistochina River Trailhead - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carriage House Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Trappers Den Tavern - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Gakona Lodge

Beachfront lodge with nightclub and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this lodge measures 1200 square feet (111 square metres) and includes conference space. A nightclub, barbecue grills, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Gakona Lodge. The lodge can provide wedding services and tour/ticket assistance. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Gakona lodge.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 1200 sq ft of conference space
  • 111 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1904
  • Nightclub
  • Karaoke
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Gakona Lodge offers 16 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. This Gakona lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 15.95 to 29.99 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Carriage House Restaurant
  • Trappers Den Travern

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,200 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • On a river
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1904
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternative location: [Carriage House Restaurant or Trappers Den Tavern next door to Main Lodge]
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 3 September and 31 May.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free per registered adult when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15.95 to 29.99 per person

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free per registered adult in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Gakona Lodge
Gakona Lodge Lodge
Gakona Lodge Gakona
Gakona Lodge Lodge Gakona

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Gakona Lodge?

Gakona Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Gakona Lodge?

Yep, Gakona Lodge has a free self car park.

Does Gakona Lodge serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order brekkie is on offer daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gakona Lodge?

No, Gakona Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Gakona Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Gakona Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Gakona Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Gakona Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 202 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 202 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 202 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 202 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 202 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

michael

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very authentic in its ambiance.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Rustic property
This is a rustic property. The owners are very nice and helpful. It’s nice to have a restaurant on site, but it’s not inexpensive. The cabin itself is old and very tired, but the bathroom was remodeled which was good. It was nice to be right on the river
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly folks
Friendly small town with a historic roadhouse. Prices are very high in Alaska, so this was a cheaper option. The shared bathroom is challenging in the morning. However the bar next door is a great way to mix with fellow travellers and locals.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was unique because it was an old historical lodge. Everything was clean and staff was super nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Susan, Goffstown

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is the oldest roadhouse in Alaska. The property is rustic, which adds character, and most spotlessly clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Gisela

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Dennis

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Reserved and rented a 3 bedroom cabin. 2 bedrooms had curtains instead of a door in the doorway...no big deal, just info. However, the 1 bedroom with an actual door smelled terrible (guessing it was cat urine based on a small doorway cut into the door). Hosts were obviously aware as there were about 8 air fresheners under the bed. Mattresses were all Very soft. People were nice, but when asked, did not have menus for either the bar or restaurant (2 separate buildings) available in paper or on-line to review until you sat down and felt committed. Seemed to be a significant difference in price between a meal at the bar versus a similar item in the restaurant. The food was good and plentiful. Overall, the cabin better than tent camping in the rain like we had done the previous couple of nights, with plenty of heat and hot water. (note: connections for hot and cold water in "kitchen" sink were reversed so left handle was for cold and right was for hot, but at least they worked once we broke the code). The biggest issue was the smell in the bedroom.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Julia, Elk Grove

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Joseph

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
A place to rest your head
A place to rest your head. It is very much a cabin. Family stayed 1 night. Not a lot to choose from out in bush of Alaska. It was good could use some upgrades. Shower and toilet room looked new with on demand water heater. Thanks for the stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a good stay. Very clean and comfortable. There was a little confusion with booking upon arrival due to something eith the 3rd party booking site, but they were really nice and helpful and got it sorted for us. It was just what we needed for a quick overnight rest along our way.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juliana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming. Everything can be heard in the rooms in the lodge
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Luiz José

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and spacious cabin, with private bathroom, great breakfast options served in a typical restaurant, very attentive and kind staff. The downside was the size of the bathroom, which was very small, but there was plenty of heated water at a good temperature.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Must experience this Historic Lodge. Wonderful owners with a quaint restaurant. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, Mill Creek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is an excellent property with a restaurant and Bar.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Inge

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners were extremely friendly and welcoming. Bar and restaurant on property next to lodge. Great location to visit Wrangell-StE NP.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Three amazing days of using the lodge as a base for motorcycle riding. Perfect location for day trips dual sporting.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Harish

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We could not get a room even though we booked. We paid 200 dollars. We arrived late, past midnight. There was no proper communication. We called and waited till 6:30am, ended up sleeping in the car the whole night. Finally, drove to Valdez. Wish there was better communication especially when they took the money. We couldn’t even get inside the hotel and just parked outside hoping someone would come and let us in. We called couple of times and left voicemail but no response. They didn’t even get back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chantal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Katherine

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It is a great piece of history. They are adding two new cabins. We stayed in the three bedroom cabin. This is a rustic type of lodging. It not 5th wheel lodging but it better than tent camping. The new owners are trying their hardest. We were there about a week before “summer season”. Food was available but limited. Playground across the street. Michelle and Wayne are very kind and very hard workers! We wish them well!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Kenneth

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lodge was like a old farm house with a lot of bedrooms which is where we placed We did not have any heat control in our room no TV and all the rooms shared 2 bathrooms. Someone using the bathroom the next morning left such a awful odor people were gagging. No spray that we could find. The showers did not look all that appealing after other people used them.The bar has very limited drink choices and the restaurant had very limited choices. A hotel would have been a better choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023