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Brown Bear Saloon and Hotel

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Indian inn

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Exterior
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Single Room)
View from property
Coffee/tea maker
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Single Room)

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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28065 Seward Hwy, Indian, AK, 99540
  • Indian Valley Mine National Historic Site
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Chugach State Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Alyeska Ski Resort
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Anchorage, AK (ANC-Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Cabin, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Single Room Cabin)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Futon

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Single Room)

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Single Room)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Cabin, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Deluxe Cabin)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

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About the area

Indian

In Indian .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Indian inn, you'll find Indian Valley Mine National Historic Site and Chugach State Park. Also, Penguin Valley Trailhead is within 3 miles (5 km) and Rainbow Trailhead is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Indian Valley Mine National Historic Site - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Chugach State Park - 19 min drive - 26.1 km
  • Alyeska Ski Resort - 24 min drive - 33.2 km
  • Alaska Regional Hospital - 37 min drive - 50.1 km
  • University of Alaska - Anchorage - 37 min drive - 50.8 km

Getting around

  • Girdwood Alaska Railroad Depot - 14 min drive
  • Girdwood, AK (AQY) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brown Bear Saloon - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Turnagain Kayak & Coffeehouse - ‬71 min drive
  • ‪Turnagain Arm BBQ Pit - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Tito's Discovery Cafe - ‬63 min drive
  • Brown Bear Saloon & Hotel

About this property

Brown Bear Saloon and Hotel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Indian inn
Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Indian inn.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Brown Bear Saloon and Hotel offers 8 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Bathrooms include showers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 16 steps to reach entrance
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from noon - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Brown Bear Saloon Hotel Indian
Brown Bear Saloon Hotel
Brown Bear Saloon Indian
Brown Bear Saloon And Indian
Brown Bear Saloon and Hotel Inn
Brown Bear Saloon and Hotel Indian
Brown Bear Saloon and Hotel Inn Indian

Brown Bear Saloon and Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 341 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 101 out of 341 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 341 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 341 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 341 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Christina

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The screen in the window was broken. Paper towels were shoved around the screen to hold it in place. The window was open and Flies were in the room, shower door stuck shut and I to really pull hard to open it. There was no air conditioning or fans. We didnt even stay the night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Franziska

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice owner and restaurant staff, sadly it smelled really bad and the cabin is not in a good condition
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

What a wonderful experience!

I had an absolutely wonderful stay here and the employees were some of the most welcoming and friendly people I have ever met! The room was nice and clean with a beautiful view. The saloon downstairs had some great food and was a great time meeting some local residents. I cannot emphasize how great Sara, Denise, and Bae were. They went above and beyond to help me when I ran into some issues at the end of my trip. They were so great, that by the end of my first night there, I extended my stay another few days!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Enrico

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What’s not to like? If you love, rustic, and you love the outdoors, or a fabulous view then you’re gonna love this place! The staff is absolutely wonderful, and even with a bar downstairs it really wasn’t that loud. A nice little bike trail, get you across the road with ease so that you can stand on the edge of the ocean and breathe in the mountain view. Absolutely love this place definitely going back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Grand view

It was wonderful. I will return again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karrie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a fun place, everyone was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Corin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Little bit overpriced but we made it work.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

sandra

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cora

Staff and crowd were super nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Navaneeth

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the remoteness and cleanliness of the property!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Pauline

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Travelled with family, Business traveller, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I came in for a doctors appointment in Anchorage and stayed here with my husband and two dogs. It was nice to be out of the city and I have the gorgeous views everywhere. I was able to get the rest and relaxation needed after the appointment. The rooms are spotless, comfortable, Spacious and beautiful views out the window. This is our go to spot whenever we come to Anchorage because it’s out of the city, quiet and everything we need is right there. Cannot say enough about this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Brown Bear Saloon and Hotel was clean, comfortable, and cute. The staff were super friendly and we enjoyed chatting with other guests as we ate in the bar downstairs. Nice little park across the road from the hotel. This place is not fancy or luxurious, but it has everything you need for a safe and comfortable overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Patrick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our booking through Expedia did not work so we arrived without a reservation but luckily they had a vacancy. Overall, everything you’d expect from a roadside motel/bar. If you’re passing by, I’d recommend you stop in for a drink at the very least.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ashish

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hopping bar, but not loud. Rooms are kind of tired and old, but clean. The stairs to the rooms are ready for replacement — I would not want to climb those stairs in the rain or ice!! The location on Seward highway is beautiful — close to some great hiking areas, birding, the boretide, beluga sightings.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Aaron

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cool place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was traveling all night and tried to check in a little early, no chance. They finally checked me in an 1hr late. 4pm. This is a motel and the cabins they advertise are false. Rooms available are actually very small and on top of the bar and restaurant. Trash and old batteries all around the property. :-(((
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Amey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great for 1 night stay at an affordable price. Room is very small and you can hear everyone coming in and out so abit noisy!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stop along the Seward Highway. The room was basic but clean. It was everything we needed for the night. If eating dinner at the bar on a Wednesday arrive early since they sell out of burgers. Only issue is the picture is not accurate.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Business traveller, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were on the small side but absolutely perfect!!!! There was everything that you needed from a microwave to a mini fridge with a freezer to a coffee pot with coffee with the extras. The rooms were immaculate and the beds were super comfy. The bar below was great after a long day just to have dinner and an ice cold beer from tap. Sara who worked the bar was kind enough to let me know one night that there would be music and what time it would be done. I had my 2 pups with me and could not have asked for any place safer or more relaxing for them and myself. Definitely our go to spot when in the area!!! Thank you so much for everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024