Puffin Inn of Anchorage

2.0 star property
Motel in Anchorage with free breakfast and free airport shuttle

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Front of property
Front of property
Reception
Lobby sitting area
Property entrance

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free airport shuttle
The current price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Deluxe, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Economy Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Moderate, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
4400 Spenard Rd, Anchorage, AK, 99517

What's nearby

  • Lake Hood Harbor - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Prince William Sound - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • William A. Egan Civic and Convention Center - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
  • University of Alaska - Anchorage - 6 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Anchorage Alaska Railroad Depot - 14 min drive
  • Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rustic Goat - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Naruto Japanese Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fiori D'Italia - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Puffin Inn of Anchorage

Motel located in Turnagain
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a free return airport shuttle and a corner/local shop at Puffin Inn of Anchorage. In addition to laundry facilities and a fireplace in reception, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A gift shop, smoke-free property and free newspapers
  • A water dispenser, luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and proximity to the airport
Room features
All 85 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak well of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and down duvets
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and travel cots

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 5 AM to 9 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 2:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per day (maximum USD 200 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 250.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day (maximum USD200 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Puffin Anchorage
Puffin Inn
Puffin Inn Anchorage
Puffin Hotel Anchorage
Puffin Inn of Anchorage Motel
Puffin Inn of Anchorage Anchorage
Puffin Inn of Anchorage Motel Anchorage

Frequently asked questions

Is Puffin Inn of Anchorage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Puffin Inn of Anchorage?

As of 11 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Puffin Inn of Anchorage on 20 Mar 2025 start from AU$158.09, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Puffin Inn of Anchorage?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Puffin Inn of Anchorage?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 2:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Puffin Inn of Anchorage?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Puffin Inn of Anchorage provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is Puffin Inn of Anchorage located?

Located in Turnagain, this motel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Hood Harbor, DeLong Lake Park and Lynn Ary Park. Pop Carr Park and Business Park Wetlands Special Management Area are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Puffin Inn of Anchorage Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 957 out of 2615 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 665 out of 2615 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 414 out of 2615 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 281 out of 2615 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 298 out of 2615 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nona B.

This place is so good to stay in away from home!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jim

Very good, convenient, inexpensive place to stay. Clean and comfortable for a good sleep after arriving after my flight to Anchorage.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

April

Close to the airport and they had a shuttle from and to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cavell

The shuttle to/from the airport is a great convenience
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nona B.

Very nice and comfortable beds
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Good place to stay. Shuttle drivers were great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

BENNY

Location, friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Good stay, clean rooms They are undergoing renovations, but there wasn't any issues.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

With shuttle bus.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ricky

The area was a little bit crazy but other than that the stay was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Terry

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Closed to airport
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theodoore

Thanks I enjoyed my stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald

Great stay, even with the renovations going on. I stayed in the older section but the room was modern and clean. Staff was very friendly. This is going to be quite the place to stay when renovations are done.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

The staff were extremely helpful. Always a pleasure to stay there for the most part.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler James

Nice and quiet. Beds are comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Dusty

Close to airport, free shuttle to and from airport and free breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Will stay again for business trip

8/10 Good

Juanita

Too many homeless , I felt unsafe to walk outside the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gelmus

Everything good 👍
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

I have stayed many times no complaints at all great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Very fast pickup from airport and drop off the next day for my rental car.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Always a great stay here
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Louis

Affordable. Friendly staff. Convenient to airport. Free shuttle.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Gisela

Good for the rate. Airport pick up great! Small breakfast. Room needs renovation, especially a new mattress.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025