The Shack Inn
3815 Homer Spit Rd, Homer, AK 99603, Homer, United States
4-star hotel
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
The Shack Inn is a 4-star stay in Homer, Alaska, located at 3815 Homer Spit Rd. It holds a perfect public rating of 5.0 from 16 reviews, with guest feedback highlighting memorable scenery and a welcoming, personal hosting style. Amenities are not documented in the available property details.
Rooms & Suites
Guest reviews specifically mention a “honeymoon suite” and a “room 3” three-bed family suite, suggesting a mix of couple-focused and family-sized accommodations. The honeymoon suite is described as spacious and including a kitchen area. Reviews also emphasize water views from the rooms.
Location & Nearby Highlights
The property sits close to local points of interest on and around the Homer Spit area, including The Fishing Hole (about 175 m) and Homer Spit (about 1.6 km). Nearby landmarks also include Seafarer’s Memorial (about 1.35 km), Beluga Lake (about 5.7 km), Bishop’s Beach (about 6.6 km), and the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center (about 6.8 km). Cultural stops like the Bunnell Street Arts Center (about 7.0 km) and Pratt Museum (about 7.5 km) are also within a short drive.
Nearby Dining
Several casual dining options are nearby, including SpitFire (takeout, about 518 m) and Fresh Catch Cafe (about 534 m). Hook & Cook is also close (about 866 m), with Johnny’s Corner around 1.44 km away. For additional restaurant choices a bit farther out, The Twisted Goat is about 7.33 km away.
Best for
The Shack Inn is best suited to travelers who prioritize scenery and a memorable Homer coastal setting, as reviews repeatedly call out water views and wildlife sightings from the property. It also fits couples on short getaways (with a dedicated honeymoon suite mentioned) and families who want larger room options, including a three-bed family suite.
Travel tips
If you’re planning fishing time in Homer, this location is close to The Fishing Hole (about 175 m) and within easy reach of the Homer Spit area (about 1.6 km). For quick meals, SpitFire (takeout) and Fresh Catch Cafe are both within roughly a 10-minute walk. If you want museums and arts venues, plan a short drive to Pratt Museum or Bunnell Street Arts Center (both around 7 km away).
What guests say
Guests consistently report a very positive experience, reflected in the property’s 5.0 rating from 16 reviews. Reviews highlight friendly, attentive owners and a warm, personal welcome. Multiple guests emphasize the setting and water views, including enjoying wildlife from the room. Rooms are described as spacious, with at least one suite noted for having a kitchen area, and one review mentions a three-bed family suite; the main “negative” sentiment is simply wishing they had stayed longer.
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