Surrounded by the rugged beauty of Turnagain, Puffin Inn of Anchorage offers a cozy retreat. Warm up by the lobby fireplace or grab a snack from the grocery store. With free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities, you'll feel right at home.
Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
William A. Egan Civic and Convention Center - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
University of Alaska - Anchorage - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
Getting around
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) - 4 min drive
Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) - 19 min drive
Anchorage Alaska Railroad Depot - 14 min drive
Free airport shuttle
Restaurants
Rustic Goat - 3 min drive
McDonald's - 3 min walk
Naruto Japanese Restaurant - 2 min drive
Panda Express - 3 min drive
Fiori D'Italia - 12 min walk
About this property
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
Located just 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from the airport, Puffin Inn of Anchorage offers a free shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests can enjoy the fitness centre, and hiking/biking trails, mountain biking and cross-country skiing are nearby. The helpful staff and airport proximity get great marks from fellow travellers.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
85 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 2:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Transfers
Free airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 5 AM–9 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area
Water dispenser
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Local/corner shop
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowshoeing nearby
Working away
24-hour business centre
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Facilities
5 buildings/towers
ATM/banking
Fireplace in reception
Fitness centre
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Thin carpet in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top mattress
Travel cot
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 50+ Mbps)
Free local calls
Desk chair
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 250.00 per accommodation, per stay
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 25.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per day (maximum USD 200 per stay)
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Puffin Anchorage
Puffin Inn
Puffin Inn Anchorage
Puffin Hotel Anchorage
Puffin Inn of Anchorage Motel
Puffin Inn of Anchorage Anchorage
Puffin Inn of Anchorage Motel Anchorage
Frequently asked questions
Does Puffin Inn of Anchorage offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Puffin Inn of Anchorage does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Puffin Inn of Anchorage?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Puffin Inn of Anchorage?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Puffin Inn of Anchorage?
Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Puffin Inn of Anchorage?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 2:30 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Puffin Inn of Anchorage and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation such as cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, and return when the snow melts for hiking and mountain biking. Puffin Inn of Anchorage also has a fitness centre.
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Puffin Inn of Anchorage Reviews
Reviews
7.4
Good
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7.4/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
7.0/10
Amenities
7.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
19 March 2025
The puffin was perfect
It was the perfect location and all the staff was great, very nice!
CoResha
CoResha, 8-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 February 2025
Always an great hotel to stay in while in Anchorag
Our "Go To" hotel when traveling to Anchorage for overnight or multiple days. Shuttle to and from ANC airport makes overnight stays easy. Puffin Inn "main building" rooms are always very clean and beds are excellent! Staff is professional and friendly.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 November 2024
Always a great stay here
Amber
Amber, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
16 March 2025
The room was comfy except the bathroom was a bit dirty with the stains on the wall. The rest are good.
Lye
Lye, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 December 2024
I’m frequently staying there and love it.
Jordan
Jordan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
25 November 2024
Was a good stay..would stay again
Dane
Dane, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
15 February 2025
Great place to stay!
Nice place but lots of homeless people around the area that make it unsafe and only seen one or two cops in the are, a larger police force in the area would make the area safe. Every one was nice and keep to them self, just keep in mind great for people looking for a nice place to stay but not so much if you have a family you need to keep tabs on lol.
Cole
Cole, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 December 2024
A good place to stay starts with the staff and the Puffin crew delivers excellent service every time!
Karl S
Karl S, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 December 2024
We always enjoy Puffin Inn!
Shirley
Shirley, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
10 March 2025
Sleep and go!
I really wanted to give this hotel a good review, but the guests next door and upstairs were rowdy and noisy. Other than that, I have no complains. It was a nothing special hotel, public transportation nearby. Good enough to sleep and go
carolina
carolina, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 November 2024
Nice place for the price, would stay again.
Devin
Devin, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 December 2024
I like the proximity to the airport and the option to keep my car there & shuttle to the airport.
Wanda
Wanda, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
21 March 2025
Very dirty
Hotel was dirty. Comforter, sheets and pillow was stained. Seemed like it hadn't had the bedding washed. Homeless people walking through property. Can hear everything outside the room and next rooms over
justin
justin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 November 2024
Well worth the money room clean , food vendors all around hotel quick airport shuttle.
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 January 2025
Budget Friendly
The room I stayed in was very small, but given the good price that I paid for the room, it was pretty much what I was expecting. Nice hotel, friendly staff, very relaxed atmosphere.
Jason
Jason, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
24 November 2024
Friendly staff and reasonable price - this is our go to when we are in anchorage
Elisha
Elisha, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
20 March 2025
Rooms were filthy smelly bed was unmade and toilet had not been flushed. Sketchy people in parking lot approached us seeming to do harm.
We did not stay at the property and to find other accommodations
I’d like a full refund.
Leticia
Leticia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 December 2024
Big room, just what we needed when the weather interrupted our travel plans
Connie
Connie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 November 2024
Super convenient as its close to the airport. The cost of the room compare to what we got was perfect. Checkin in was amazing and the staff wss super helpful and friendly!
Shalene
Shalene, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
26 November 2024
Nice comfortable beds
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 October 2024
Great hotel, love the shuttle
Service
Cavell
Cavell, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 December 2024
Puffin inn. A good place to stay
It’s an older hotel but kept up nice. Friendly staff. My room was very small but fine for just an overnight.