Portage Travel Guide
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Alyeska Resort
This was a beautiful elegant and modern mountain resort. The restaurants were very good, good selection of both food and drink. I especially liked the large pool, hot tub and gym! All the staff were friendly and engaging.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Ski Inn
Room was clean and beautiful. Very cozy and the manager and assistant manager were both very friendly.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026

Bird Creek Motel
This was my second time staying here. The motel is in a good location, only about 15 mins from the Alyeska ski resort. Rooms was clean and warm (I stayed in March), and I would say quiet but when you have "horses" staying next door, you here their jumping and kicking and drumming... There was coffee, ...
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Cozy cabin with Hot Tub in quiet location blocks from the resort & trails
Good place to stay comfortable and easy access to all of Girdwood. Hot tub was a nice bonus. Had some issues with the door lock but that was about it.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

2 Bedroom Mountain View Condo w/ Private Hottub
Place was absolutely perfect!! Hot tub was key after a day of skiing fat powder. Beds were super comfy. Tons of bedding and towels and warm blankets. Fireplace was great for drying gear. We had a small minor issue with the hot tub and the response was literally 10 minutes!! Can’t say enough great ...
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Rustic mountain cabin with wood stove, spacious deck, private W/D
Popular places to visit

Portage Glacier
Explore the great outdoors at Portage Glacier, a lovely green space in Eagle River. Discover the area's glaciers and restaurants.

Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
Enjoy an outing to Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center during your stay in Eagle River. Discover the area's mountain views and top-notch restaurants.

Crow Creek Mine
Try your luck at panning for gold and see beautifully maintained historic mining equipment at this family-run mine, which has been continuously operating since 1896.

Eagle River Nature Center
Explore the great outdoors at Eagle River Nature Center, a lovely green space in Eagle River. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Byron Glacier Trail
You can take time to visit Byron Glacier Trail during your travels to Eagle River. Discover the area's glaciers and restaurants.

St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church
You can learn about the history of Eagle River with a trip to St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.
Activities

Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket

Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour

Anchorage City Tour w/ Wild Smoked Salmon & Reindeer Sausage

Matanuska Glacier Hike with Lunch Summer and Winter

Anchorage City Tour w/ Taste of Wild Smoked Salmon & Reindeer Sausage


