Van Gilder Hotel

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About this hotel

Nestled in Seward, this lovely hotel for $125 per night is a great option for your next break. Along with self parking, this hotel has concierge services and a library. Free WiFi in public areas and a free area shuttle are also provided. Additionally, express check-out and tour/ticket assistance are onsite. Change of towels is available on request.

Amenities

Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Smoking allowed
Parking

Map of Seward, AK

Reviews

3.1/5.0
Average(347 Reviews)
2.0
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Aug 2023
It is an historic hotel but it wasn’t clean. Mold everywhere even in the toilets.
1.0
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Aug 2023
The carpet needed to be vacuum and it was dusty in the room. There was light that came in all around the door. You could hear everything going on in the hotel. The following day some of the locals told me the place was haunted and they were surprised to know it was even still open.
1.0
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Aug 2023
This hotel was filthy, rundown, and just disgusting. Broken furniture in the room, missing door, broken sink, not clean at all. The whole place needs to be condemned or fully renovated. I would never stay here again, nor would I ever recommend this place to anyone. A major slap to the face for over $300/night.
1.0
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Aug 2023
Moldy odor, humid room, and it makes you feel dirty
2.0
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Jul 2023
I booked the hotel as it looked like a charming historic hotel. It is historic, but perhaps not quite as charming as i expected. The building and decor could certainly use some work and could be a bit cleaner. That said, the room was comfortable, the wi-fi worked great, and the showers were satisfactorily hot. Certainly a unique experience.
2.0
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Jul 2023
Easy check in and parking. We were the last ones of the evening to check in so I think we had a least favorable room. A little pricy for the value then reminded we were in Alaska. Very grateful for a place stay on short notice.
1.0
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Jul 2023
The 3d worst accommodation i've experienced in the US. A complete rip-off as there was the essence of mold/mildew permeating the room, hope my wife doesn't get ill. There were extraneous pieces of furniture in the room, cluttering up an already small room. It's like the room was a supply/storage closet that they saved for renting last. It was a $35/night room they sold us for $200x2. The room had not been vacuumed prior to our stay and when it was serviced after night one it still had not been vacuumed. There was not a screen on the window so if you wanted to get fresh air in the room you had to let in the skeeters too. It was a crime to "rent" that room. It leaves Seward c/ a bitter taste in my mouth. The only other places we've stayed that were worse was a dive in Nome and another in the Yukon. The "Cockroach Motel" doesn't count as it is located in 3d World Philippines.
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Jul 2023
Filthy, moldy, no amenities.

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Seward?

The average price for a rental in Seward is $200 per night. This rental is $75 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this hotel?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Van Gilder Hotel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hotel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hotel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Van Gilder Hotel pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Van Gilder Hotel?

We found 4 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, smoking allowed, and parking.

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