Alyeska HostelvsClarion Suites Downtown
Both hotels are rated very highly by professional reviewers. Overall, Alyeska Hostel ranks marginally higher than Clarion Suites Downtown. Alyeska Hostel is ranked #25 in Anchorage with endorsements from 3 publications including Lonely Planet, Afar Magazine and DK Eyewitness.
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.
Clarion Suites Downtown
 Star Service
1110 West 8th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501
From $80/night
- Pet Friendly
 - Hot Tub
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Free Breakfast
 - Shuttle Bus
 
 "Located downtown (not in the heart of the city), it competes with the Embassy Suites for a nice balance between the airport-centric Millennium and the expensive city-center Captain Cook." Full review