Alyeska Travel Guide

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A mountain landscape with a ski lift, a valley, and a lake.
A forested area with a small waterfall, a moss-covered log, and a river.
A hiker on a mountain trail with a backdrop of green hills and snow-capped peaks.
A mountainous landscape with a valley, green hills, and pink flowers.
A waterfall in a forested area with moss-covered rocks and fallen branches.

Stay near popular Alyeska attractions

A mountain range with snow-capped peaks, dense green forests, and a calm lake.

Girdwood Park

8.6/10 (98 reviews)
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Girdwood Park, a lovely green space in Girdwood. You can seek out the area's ski slopes and hiking trails.
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Activities

Anchorage Helicopter Sightseeing Flight

Anchorage Helicopter Sightseeing Flight (30 Minutes)

AU$640
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Anchorage Helicopter Sightseeing Flight (30 Minutes)
Self Guided Driving Audio Tour Alaska Bundle

Self Guided Driving Audio Tour Alaska Bundle

AU$56
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Self Guided Driving Audio Tour Alaska Bundle
Views and Brews with Alyeska Tram and Girdwood Brewing

NEW: Girdwood Views and Brews with Aerial Tram and Brewery

AU$291
per adult
NEW: Girdwood Views and Brews with Aerial Tram and Brewery
Glacier Blue Kayak & Grandview Tour

Glacier Blue Kayak & Grandview Tour

AU$579
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Glacier Blue Kayak & Grandview Tour
Turnagain Arm Muddy Tidelands ATV Adventure

Turnagain Arm Muddy Tidelands ATV Adventure

AU$697
per adult
Turnagain Arm Muddy Tidelands ATV Adventure
Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket

Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket

AU$35
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket
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Our pick of the best Alyeska Hotel Deals

Alyeska Resort

Alyeska Resort

4 out of 5
1000 Arlberg Ave Girdwood AK
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$368 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$368
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Girdwood. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Alyeska Resort
Ski Inn

Ski Inn

3 out of 5
189 Hightower Rd Girdwood AK
The price is AU$196 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
AU$196
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Girdwood. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (780 reviews)
"The facility was great. Getting out was UGLY."

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

Ski Inn
Carriage House Accommodations

Carriage House Accommodations

3 out of 5
388 Crow Creek Road Girdwood AK
Stay at this lodge in Girdwood. Enjoy free parking, conference space and a picnic area. Popular attractions Alyeska Ski Resort and Girdwood Town Square are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (90 reviews)
"Check in was a little problematic and we felt the property had some cleanliness issues—the dishwasher was nonfunctional which left dish cleaning by hand washing up to the renters. Silverware was dirty and drawer was full of crumbs. Kitchen towels were dirty. The surrounding property is gorgeous and ..."

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

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Carriage House Accommodations
Bright, open Girdwood studio

Bright, open Girdwood studio

Anchorage AK
Stay at this cabin in Girdwood. Enjoy a garden, balconies and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Alyeska Ski Resort and Virgin Creek Falls are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews)
"Large studio cabin in Girdwood. The host was very attentive. It had all kitchen accessories to make a perfect meal. Great experience! I would stay there again."

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

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Bright, open Girdwood studio
2 Bedroom Mountain View Condo with Private Hottub

2 Bedroom Mountain View Condo with Private Hottub

Girdwood AK
The price is AU$485 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
AU$485
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this condo in Girdwood. Enjoy laundry facilities, balconies and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Alyeska Ski Resort and Girdwood Town Square ...
2 Bedroom Mountain View Condo with Private Hottub
Stunning, New 2 bedroom Unit Minutes from Alyeska Resort

Stunning, New 2 bedroom Unit Minutes from Alyeska Resort

Anchorage AK
The price is AU$408 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
AU$408
15 Sept - 16 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday home in Girdwood. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Alyeska Ski Resort and Virgin Creek Falls are located ...
Stunning, New 2 bedroom Unit Minutes from Alyeska Resort
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Our guide on where to stay in Alyeska

Find the best Alyeska areas for the activities you enjoy most.
The exterior of the Anchorage Museum with a modern glass facade, a pedestrian pathway, and red flowering plants.

Downtown Anchorage

Downtown Anchorage is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Anchorage Alaska Public Lands Information Center and Anchorage 5th Avenue Mall.

A city at night with a river, illuminated streets, and snow-capped mountains in the background.

Midtown Anchorage

Travellers come to Midtown Anchorage for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Z.J. Loussac Library - Main Branch and Cinemark Century Anchorage 16 while you're in town.

A snow-covered mountain range with sharp peaks and deep valleys.

Hillside

While visiting Hillside, you might make a stop by sights like Alaska Zoo and Anchorage Golf Course.

A cityscape with a lake, trees, and mountains in the background.

Spenard

Spenard is well liked for many features, particularly its shopping, restaurants and lake views. Though there may not be top sights in Spenard, consider stopping by Sullivan Arena or Anchorage Football Stadium, located nearby.

A sunset over a body of water with a cloudy sky.
Photo by Anne Dang
Open Photo by Anne Dang

Bootlegger Cove

If you're spending some time in Bootlegger Cove, Tony Knowles Coastal Trail and Anchorage 5th Avenue Mall are top sights worth seeing.

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