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Van Gilder Hotel

★★ 308 Adams Street, Seward, US

5.7 guest rating· 344 reviews

About this hotel

Welcome to Van Gilder Hotel, your cozy 2-star retreat in Seward.

Convenient Amenities: Enjoy complimentary WiFi and private parking during your stay at Van Gilder Hotel. Rest assured with fresh bed linen and towels provided in every room for your comfort.

Explore Nature: Immerse yourself in the beauty of Seward with hiking and other outdoor activities just moments away from the hotel.

Easy Travel: Located just 168 km from Kenai Municipal Airport, your journey to Van Gilder Hotel is hassle-free.

Book your stay at Van Gilder Hotel now and make unforgettable memories in scenic Seward!

Rooms & rates

One Queen II

Sleeps 2 · 21 m² · Double bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Heating

Standard Double Room

Sleeps 4 · 21 m² · 2× Double bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Heating

Classic Double Room

Sleeps 4 · 2× Queen Bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Daily housekeeping

Annex 1 Queen Bed

Sleeps 2 · Queen Bed

  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bedsheets provided

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Sleeps 2 · Queen Bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Daily housekeeping

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Sleeps 4 · 2× Queen Bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Daily housekeeping

One Queen Room

Sleeps 2 · 16 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Fan
  • Toilet

Queen Room with Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 2 · 14 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Shower
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Heating

One Queen & One Twin

Sleeps 3 · 21 m² · Twin bed, Double bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Heating

Annex Apartment - Offsite Property

Sleeps 4 · 28 m² · Twin bed, Double bed

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Linen
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Fishing
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  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Invoice provided
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Location

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308 Adams Street, Seward, US

Check-in
from 04:00 PM to 09:00 PM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say5.7344 reviews

+ Clean bathrooms+ Friendly staff+ Historic charm+ Great locationDirty corners and baseboardsService inconsistenciesOverpriced
Cleanliness4.7
Service7.2
Location7.2
Room Quality4.7
Amenities4.7
Value for Money6.2

Guest review

8.0

Location was great.

The air freshener was overpowering. So we unplugged it. TV turned on several times without any input from remote. Could be signals from another room.

Theresa · US · 2026-07-24

Guest review

10.0

I love the history of the hotel and the antiques that are throughout the property.

Kirsten · US · 2026-07-22

Guest review

1.0

Bad communication with front desk did not like

We did not stay and was not refunded

marie · US · 2026-07-21

I would not stay here nor refer this hotel to anyone.

5.0

That it was supposed to be haunted!

The bathroom was broken, my room smelled so musty I could barely sleep. The floors were nasty looking. Coffee pot was messed up.

Cook · US · 2026-07-18

It's an adventure for us.

3.0

The location is good.

The hotel is overpriced in its current condition.

Sharlene · US · 2026-07-17

Great value

9.0

Location, coffee, price

Water pressure

Timothy · US · 2026-07-16

Good to know

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 15 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.

You haven't added any cots.

You haven't added any extra beds.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Internet

WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.