Totem Hotel and Suites
144 East Egan Dr, Valdez, AK 99686, Valdez, United States
2-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.4 / 5
Overview
Totem Hotel and Suites is a down-to-earth, rebuilt property in Valdez, Alaska, set against the Chugach Mountains. It’s a 2-star hotel with an annex and a mix of room types, and it holds a strong public rating of 4.4/5 from 355 reviews.
Rooms, suites, and cottages
Modern rooms include free Wi‑Fi, flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, microwaves, and minifridges. One- and two-bedroom suites add extra space with kitchens, washer/dryers and/or living areas with sofabeds. Cozy, wood-paneled cottages offer decks and BBQs for a more cabin-like stay.
Dining
A complimentary breakfast buffet is included, and the on-site restaurant has a warm atmosphere with exposed-stone walls and terrace dining. Reviews frequently mention the quality of the breakfast and food as a highlight.
Amenities & recreation
On-site facilities include an indoor pool and a 24/7 gym. Parking is complimentary, and guests also mention fast internet and the convenience of on-site laundry (pay washer/dryer) in reviews.
Location & nearby sights
The hotel is about a 4-minute walk to Port Valdez harbor and roughly 4 miles from Valdez Airport. Nearby points of interest include Valdez Museum (about 424 m), Discover Valdez (about 516 m), Dock Point Trail (about 558 m), and Kelsey Dock (about 900 m); trail access is also close at Mineral Creek Trailhead (about 1.7 km) and Shoup Bay Trail Park (about 2.5 km).
Best for
This hotel suits travelers who want a practical Valdez base with more than just a basic room: in-room microwaves/minifridges, complimentary breakfast, and a choice of suites with kitchens and laundry or cottages with decks and BBQs. It’s also a good fit for active visitors thanks to the indoor pool, 24/7 gym, and proximity to Port Valdez and nearby trails like Dock Point Trail and Mineral Creek Trailhead.
Travel tips
If you’re planning harbor activities, Port Valdez is within a short walk, making it easy to get to the waterfront without driving. For local orientation and sightseeing on foot, Valdez Museum and Discover Valdez are both within roughly half a kilometer. Valdez Glacier Lake and Glacier View Park are much farther away (around 9–10 km), so plan for a drive for glacier-area viewpoints.
What guests say
Guests consistently highlight cleanliness, a relaxing atmosphere, and friendly, helpful staff. The included breakfast is frequently praised, with notes about the large breakfast seating area and overall food quality (including the on-site restaurant). Rooms are described as spacious and comfortable, with strong internet performance and well-regarded showers. The provided excerpts do not surface recurring negatives.
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