Alyeska HostelvsInlet Tower Hotel & Suites
Both Inlet Tower Hotel & Suites and Alyeska Hostel are praised by travel writers. Overall, Inlet Tower Hotel & Suites ranks marginally better than Alyeska Hostel. Inlet Tower Hotel & Suites scores 68 with praise from 2 reviewers including DK Eyewitness, Lonely Planet.
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.
Inlet Tower  Hotel & Suites
 DK Eyewitness
 Lonely Planet
 U.S. News & World Report
1200 L St, Anchorage, AK 99501
From $70/night
- Pet Friendly
 - Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Shuttle Bus
 - Laundry Service
 
 "Rooms at the hotel boast wonderful views. ... Mixx Grill is well-known for its game meat and seafood dishes." 
 "Fifteen floors of spacious rooms and suites with kitchenettes, gourmet coffee for the coffeemaker and large TVs with in-room movies." Full review
 "The Inlet Tower Hotel & Suites is within walking distance of downtown Anchorage and about 6 miles northeast of the Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (the hotel provides an airport shuttle)." Full review