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Alaska Glacier Lodge

Property class: 4
Enjoy the free parking at this 4-star Palmer lodge

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A row of wooden cabins with red roofs, set against a mountainous backdrop.
A reception desk with wooden slats, a laptop, and two vases with flowers.
A cabin with two beds, wooden walls, a balcony, and a door leading outside.
A wooden cabin room with a bed, a desk with a chair, and a window.
A breakfast buffet with various food items, including fruits, pastries, and beverages.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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29979 E Knik River Rd, Palmer, AK, 99645
  • Place, Barbel Lake
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Chugach State Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Reindeer Farm
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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A wooden cabin room with a bed, a desk with a chair, and a window.

Cabin, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A cabin room with two beds, a window, and a lamp.

Cabin, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A wooden cabin bedroom with two beds, a desk, and a window.

Cabin, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Palmer

In Palmer .Within 16 miles (25 km) of this lodge, you'll find Bodenburg Butte and Reindeer Farm. Colony House Museum and Eklutna Historical Park are also within 25 miles (40 km).
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What's nearby

  • Barbel Lake - 13 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Chugach State Park - 16 min drive - 22.5 km
  • Reindeer Farm - 25 min drive - 32.0 km
  • Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm - 39 min drive - 57.1 km
  • Musk Ox Farm - 39 min drive - 48.9 km

Getting around

  • Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ravens Perch - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Alaska Glacier Lodge

Enjoy the free parking at this 4-star Palmer lodge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Alaska Glacier Lodge. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Palmer lodge.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Alaska Glacier Lodge offers 22 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Beds feature premium bedding. 19-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered on request and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Dial-up internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Helicopter/airplane tours

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (29 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 19-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during April, November, December, January, February, and March:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Knik Lodge

Knik River Lodge

Knik River Lodge Palmer

Knik River Palmer

Knik River Hotel Anchorage

Knik River Lodge

Alaska Glacier Lodge Lodge

Alaska Glacier Lodge Palmer

Alaska Glacier Lodge Lodge Palmer

Frequently asked questions

How close is Alaska Glacier Lodge to the airport?

Alaska Glacier Lodge is 48 mi (65-min drive) away from the Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Alaska Glacier Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Alaska Glacier Lodge.

Does Alaska Glacier Lodge offer free breakfast?

Alaska Glacier Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Alaska Glacier Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Alaska Glacier Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Alaska Glacier Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Alaska Glacier Lodge have a pool?

Alaska Glacier Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Alaska Glacier Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Alaska Glacier Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Alaska Glacier Lodge to downtown Palmer?

Alaska Glacier Lodge is 6.4 mi away from Knik River.

Alaska Glacier Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 149 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 149 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 149 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 149 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 149 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

M Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful place to stay. Great accommodations and amazing scenery. Loving our stay.
View from our cabin.
Moose
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful views, loved watching the helicopters come in and leave. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Estefania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the breakfast which was included… the view and how clean and unique the rooms are.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

almira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views and awsome little cabins, so fun to watch the helicopters coming and going
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Antony

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

Nice place in Alaska

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place is clean and surrounded with mountains and glacier. If you want solitude, this is the place. The helicopter ride here is so convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice cabin.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Neat stay in conjunction with helicopter/dogsled tour
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
best cabin resort i ever been!!! and at a great price
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Freta

Liked: Amenities
We loved the views and the cabin was awesome. Will definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

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

Great place!!

Great place to stay. Do the helicopter tour if you can!!! It’s totally amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful and the cabins clean and comfortable. The staff was friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The amazing views!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A really pretty out of the way lodge, beautiful scenery, outstanding cabins and clean as a whistle.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Priyanka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very scenic
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was lovely! We loved the restaurant and every staff member we interacted with was incredibly helpful and friendly! We’ll definitely be back for a longer stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Benjamen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views! Cabins are lovely and up to date. I wish we had a ceiling fan, but that was my only complaint. Breakfast was filling as well
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views and a good little restaurant, fun watching the helicopters come in and out and they offer a lot of activities. I will definitely be coming back !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Benita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet outdoor seating with gorgeous mountain view.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

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

Great place!

Fantastic scenery. The unit was clean and very well kept. perfect place to stay for a few days and chill out.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alivelu Manjuloka Priyanka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good view
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Better then any hotel stay in wasyphilis or Palmer

Service was AMAZING in the restaurant Miss Mallory the bartender was our favorite Food was BOMB Bed were decent Would recommend to anyone looking for a good spot out of town to kick it for a few nights
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023