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Gakona Lodge

2.5 star property
Gakona beachfront lodge with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Dinner served, American cuisine
Meeting facility
Free daily continental breakfast
Exterior
Cabin, 3 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Gakona Lodge brings a touch of rustic charm to the riverside with its cozy firepit and lively concerts. Enjoy dinner at Carriage House Restaurant, challenge friends to a game of pool or karaoke, and connect with in-room WiFi. The helpful staff has made lasting impressions on previous guests.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Nightclub
  • Meeting rooms
  • Communal living room
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Conference space
  • Gift shops/newsstands
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Playground on site
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Free self parking
  • Children's games

Room options

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Sep 29 - Sep 30
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Sep 30 - Oct 1
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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Daily housekeeping
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Economy Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom, Resort View | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom, Resort View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 9 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Cabin, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cabin, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Cabin, 3 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cabin, 3 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Daily housekeeping
Children's books
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom, River View

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 14 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Cabin, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Daily housekeeping
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Shared Bathroom, Mountain View

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Shared Bathroom, Mountain View | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Shared Bathroom, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 9 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom, River View

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 7 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom, River View

1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 7 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 6 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom, River View

1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 13 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
Mile 2 Tok Cutoff, Gakona, AK, 99586

What's nearby

  • Dry Creek State Recreation Site - 17 min drive - 24.7 km
  • Wrangell‐St. Elias National Park Visitor Center - 34 min drive - 49.0 km
  • Chapel on the Hill - 41 min drive - 59.2 km
  • Chistochina River Trailhead - 57 min drive - 67.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Trapper's Den Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jeannies Java - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Meiers Lake Roadhouses - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Carriage House Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Gakona Lodge

A great choice for a stay in Gakona, Gakona Lodge features a nightclub. The bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Carriage House Restaurant, which serves American cuisine and is open for dinner. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 16 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Carriage House Restaurant or Trappers Den Tavern next door to Main Lodge]
    • If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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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 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free, per registered adult, when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Playground
  • Children's games

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Karaoke
  • Pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space (1200 square feet)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Bike cleaning

Facilities

  • Built in 1904
  • Picnic area
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Nightclub
  • Reception hall
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Special features

Dining

Carriage House Restaurant - This family restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner only.
Trappers Den Travern - This bar specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner only. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between September 3 and May 31.

Parking

  • RV/bus/truck parking is available for an extra charge

Policies

Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Gakona Lodge
Gakona Lodge Lodge
Gakona Lodge Gakona
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Frequently asked questions

Is Gakona Lodge currently open?

The property is closed between September 3 and May 31.

Does Gakona Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Gakona Lodge 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Gakona Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Gakona Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Gakona Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Gakona Lodge and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, fishing, and hiking. Enjoy amenities like a nightclub and a picnic area.

Are there restaurants at or near Gakona Lodge?

Yes, Carriage House Restaurant offers American cuisine.

What's the area around Gakona Lodge like?

Gakona Lodge is located by the river. Popular attractions include Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, which is 11 minutes away by car.

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