Coast Inn at Lake Hood
3450 Aviation Ave, Anchorage, AK 99502, Anchorage, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.0 / 5
Overview
Coast Inn at Lake Hood is a straightforward, lodge-style 3-star hotel in Anchorage at 3450 Aviation Ave, set next to Lake Spenard and across from the seaplane lake. It’s positioned for easy airport stays, about 2.3 miles from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport. The property is also a practical base for visiting downtown Anchorage while staying close to the lake and aviation activity.
Rooms & Suites
Casual rooms include free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, and pillow-top mattresses. Suites add extra living comfort with fireplaces and/or sitting areas that include pull-out sofas. Room service is available.
Dining & Drinks
On-site dining includes a low-key restaurant and a sports bar/lounge with a patio. Guest feedback highlights the restaurant as a strong point, with food quality noted positively.
Amenities & Guest Services
A continental breakfast, parking, and a 24-hour airport shuttle are complimentary. Practical features include a coin-operated laundry and a fish freezer. For recreation, there’s a fitness center with a sauna.
Location & Nearby Highlights
The hotel is about 5.6 km from the Anchorage Museum and roughly 1.4 km from the Alaska Aviation Museum. Nearby outdoor options include Earthquake Park (about 3.1 km), Delaney Park (about 5.0 km), and the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail (about 6.5 km). Farther afield are Kincaid Park (about 6.3 km), the Alaska Zoo (about 10.2 km), the Alaska Botanical Garden (about 10.0 km), and Flattop Mountain (about 17.8 km).
Best for
This hotel suits travelers who want a convenient Anchorage stopover near Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, supported by the complimentary 24-hour airport shuttle and parking. It also fits visitors who appreciate on-site dining and simple, functional lodging with practical extras like coin laundry and a fish freezer. Aviation enthusiasts may enjoy the Lake Hood/Lake Spenard setting and proximity to the Alaska Aviation Museum.
Travel tips
If you have an early flight or late arrival, plan to use the hotel’s complimentary 24-hour airport shuttle; the airport is about 2.3 miles away. The property is close to Lake Hood’s seaplane activity, which some guests find memorable rather than disruptive. For downtown sightseeing, the Anchorage Museum is about 5.6 km away, making it a manageable drive from the lake area.
What guests say
Guests frequently point to friendly, helpful staff and strong cleanliness as consistent positives. The location is repeatedly described as convenient—especially for airport access—and the on-site restaurant earns praise for food quality. Several reviews note the property feels dated or run down in places. Some room-specific issues are mentioned, including odor (likely carpet-related) and noisy or unreliable in-room equipment like TVs or refrigerators.
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