Carriage House AccommodationsvsAlyeska Hostel
Both Carriage House Bed & Breakfast and Alyeska Hostel are highly recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Alyeska Hostel ranks slightly higher than Carriage House Bed & Breakfast. Alyeska Hostel comes in at #29 in Anchorage with recommendations from 2 sources such as Lonely Planet, DK Eyewitness.
Carriage House Accommodations
 Fodor's
388 Crow Creek Road, P.O. Box 355, Girdwood, AK 99587
From $119/night
- Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Free Breakfast
 - Shuttle Bus
 - Concierge
 - Family Friendly
 
 "Rooms in the back have a view of Mt. Alyeska...there are also three private chalets. Lodge guests enjoy the B&B experience; chalet guests can add breakfast for a charge." Full review
Alyeska Hostel
 Lonely Planet
 DK Eyewitness
 Afar Magazine
 Lonely Planet
227 Alta Drive, PO Box 953, Girdwood, AK 99587
From $159/night
- Free Internet
 - Laundry Service
 - Free Parking
 - Kitchenette
 - Refrigerator
 
 "A tiny place with one eight-bed dorm, the Alyeska Hostel is spotless and cozy." 
 "This affordable no-frills hostel offers mixed dormitories, one private double room, and basic cabins." 
 "This year-round resort is situated just 40 miles from downtown Anchorage and the Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport." Full review
 Top Choice
 "A cozy, no-shoes guesthouse with a private cabin, private studio, six bunks and killer mountain views...it has a shared kitchen and a friendly atmosphere." Full review
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The one dorm room sleeps six; make sure you book ahead.