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Your Gateway Holiday

Let our holiday packages to Gateway inspire your next adventure. You'll find loads to love about this vibrant city, starting with the neighbourhood of Fishhook, which is good for hiking and nature. Eager to start exploring your surroundings? Reindeer Farm, Musk Ox Farm and Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site are three of the top places to visit during a trip to Gateway. A few quick clicks is all it takes to build a tailored Gateway holiday on Expedia.

Gateway Holiday

Gateway Essential Information

Language
English
Currency
U.S dollars
Population
5,600
Max Temp Winter
-3.89ºC
Max Temp Summer
18ºC
Top Sights
Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site, Pioneer Peak and Palmer Visitor Information Centre

Our pick of the best Gateway Hotel Deals

Snowgoose Pond Bed & Breakfast

Snowgoose Pond Bed & Breakfast

3 out of 5
10460 E Snowgoose Circle, Palmer, AK
The price is AU$260 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
AU$260
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
10/10 Exceptional! (109 reviews)
"quite cute place. very friendly host will stay again next visit"

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Snowgoose Pond Bed & Breakfast
4 Master Suites in the Heart of Alaska...Abby's Place.....

4 Master Suites in the Heart of Alaska...Abby's Place.....

Palmer
10/10 Exceptional! (72 reviews)
"This place was absolutely fantastic for our party of 7. Tim and Felicia were responsive and friendly. Great recommendations for the area. Only wish we had was a boot dryer, otherwise literally everything else was great! Nice appliances, great location. It was perfect!"

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

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4 Master Suites in the Heart of Alaska...Abby's Place.....
Matanuska Villa #2, Glacier Suites - Matanuska Villa #2

Matanuska Villa #2, Glacier Suites - Matanuska Villa #2

Matanuska-Susitna
The price is AU$638 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
AU$638
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
9.6/10 Exceptional! (56 reviews)
"This property was great! The beds were super comfortable and the place was very quiet. We would stay here again. The only thing I would upgrade is the drinking cups. They are plastic and don't reflect on how nice the place is."

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Matanuska Villa #2, Glacier Suites - Matanuska Villa #2
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Discover the most popular places to visit in Gateway

Musk Ox Farm

Enjoy an outing to Musk Ox Farm during your stay in Farm Loop. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Musk Ox Farm

What to do in Gateway

Summer time on the glacier

Hike Matanuska Glacier w/Alaska Local Honey, Wine Tasting

AU$452
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hike Matanuska Glacier w/Alaska Local Honey, Wine Tasting
Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike And Tour

Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike And Tour

AU$472
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike And Tour
Alaska Helicopter Tour with Glacier Landing - 60 mins - ANCHORAGE AREA

Alaska Helicopter Tour with Glacier Landing - 60 mins - ANCHORAGE AREA

AU$733
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Alaska Helicopter Tour with Glacier Landing - 60 mins - ANCHORAGE AREA
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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Gateway holiday package cost?
Offering excellent value package deals on Expedia, you'll be pleasantly surprised at how much a holiday to Gateway costs! Expedia's packages make travel planning easier and save you more.
What are the cheapest months to go to Gateway?
The off-season is the best time to head to Gateway if you're trying to keep costs down. Another tip for getting cheap Gateway holiday packages? Try to avoid public holidays and any major events.
How many days is enough for Gateway?
With a well-organised itinerary, you can easily visit the main Gateway attractions in a few days. But if you want to discover hidden gems or take day trips, consider booking your Gateway holiday for longer.
Is it worth booking a holiday package to Gateway?
It's no wonder a Gateway holiday is on the to-do list of many travellers. Major attractions like Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site are just the beginning of things to see and do here.
How to find the best Gateway package deals?
Bagging a cheap Gateway package deal is a breeze with Expedia. After you've entered your destination and preferred dates under our "Packages" tab, set your maximum budget, add a few filters and see what's available. You can personalise your search by "Popular locations," "Property type," "Guest rating" and more. Order the results by "Price: low to high" to view the most economical Gateway package deals. Want a simple trick to score even more savings? Have some flexibility with your departure dates and consider travelling on a weekday, when prices are typically lower.
Is it cheaper to book a Gateway holiday as a package?
You can enjoy significant savings on your next Gateway escape by booking a customised holiday package. Check the "Package" heading, then enter your travel dates and destination to browse the best hotel prices and airfares. Bundle everything into a great-value package and you can save hundreds of dollars. Consider adding a car rental and you may land a better deal.
When to book a holiday package to Gateway?
If you're planning a spur-of-the-moment Gateway adventure, check out our last-minute deals that can be booked up to a week before you go. Don't want to leave things to the last minute? You can find terrific deals on your hotels and flights by booking well in advance.
How to plan a trip to Gateway?

  1. Choose your dates: What you'd like to do in Gateway and your preferred season will help you decide when to get away.
  2. Budget wisely: Besides the cost of your accommodation, you should factor in other expenses. These include transportation, food and flights. Also, put aside a little extra for unexpected expenses that may arise during your trip to Gateway.
  3. Decide your trip length: Consider how long you want to spend discovering Gateway. Plan your days so you can get to all the experiences and attractions you're interested in without rushing.
  4. Combine your accommodation and airfare: After you've settled on your dates and duration, lock in the right Gateway holiday package for you.

* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.