The Spyglass Inn

385 E Fairview Ave, Homer, AK 99603, Homer, United States

2-star hotel

Guest rating: 4.9 / 5

Overview

The Spyglass Inn is a small, cottage-style B&B in Homer, Alaska (385 E Fairview Ave), listed as a 2-star property. With a high public rating (4.9/5 from 16 reviews), it’s positioned as a personable, owner-run stay rather than a full-service hotel. Reviews repeatedly point to a warm, conversational hosting style paired with the option for privacy when you want it.

Rooms

The inn has three casual rooms, each with a TV and handmade quilts. One room includes a private deck plus a microwave, minifridge, and coffeemaker; the other two rooms share a porch and also have access to a microwave and minifridge. Guest feedback highlights practical layouts for groups, including adjacent lower-floor rooms and a private entrance that makes coming and going easy.

Breakfast & On-site services

Breakfast is a standout: guests describe hearty, homemade offerings and hosts who can accommodate early departures with prepared to-go breakfasts and drinks stored in a nearby fridge. The property also has an on-site store selling handcrafted items. Owners are frequently noted as knowledgeable about Homer and happy to share local guidance.

Location & nearby highlights

The Spyglass Inn sits close to central Homer sights: Ptarmigan Arts is about 272 m away, and the Pratt Museum is about 902 m away (roughly a 15-minute walk per the source summary). Nearby outdoor and nature-oriented stops include Bishop’s Beach (~1325 m), Beluga Lake (~1442 m), and the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center (~928 m). Homer Spit is farther out at about 5600 m, making it an easy outing by car for dining and waterfront activities.

Best for

This B&B is best for travelers who want a small, host-led stay with memorable breakfast service and local insight. It also suits couples or small groups who appreciate simple in-room conveniences like microwaves and minifridges and who plan to explore Homer’s museums, arts spots, and nearby beaches.

Travel tips

If you’re planning early tours (such as flightseeing), let the hosts know—reviews mention to-go breakfasts and coffee timing that helped with very early departures. Key attractions like Ptarmigan Arts and the Pratt Museum are within about a kilometer, while Homer Spit is roughly 5.6 km away and is easiest to reach by car. For nature and visitor-center stops, the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center is under 1 km from the property.

What guests say

Reviews consistently emphasize exceptionally friendly, hands-on hosts who share local knowledge while still respecting guests’ privacy. Breakfast is a recurring highlight, described as hearty and homemade, with thoughtful logistics such as packed early breakfasts for pre-dawn departures and coffee readiness. Guests also mention practical room arrangements (including adjacent rooms and a private entrance in at least one setup) that make stays convenient for families or groups. No specific negative themes are present in the provided excerpts.

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