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Gakona Lodge

2.5 star property

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Exterior
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Dinner served
Front of property
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

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Mile 2 Tok Cutoff, Gakona, AK, 99586
  • Place, Dry Creek State Recreation Site
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Wrangell‐St. Elias National Park Visitor Center
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Chapel on the Hill
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

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Cabin, 1 Bedroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Cabin, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Cabin, 2 Bedrooms | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Cabin, 3 Bedrooms | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Cabin, 3 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • Mountain view
  • 60 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 140 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • Mountain view
  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • River view
  • 80 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 120 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • 80 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Resort view
  • 100 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • River view
  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Shared Bathroom, Mountain View | Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Gakona

With a stay at Gakona Lodge in Gakona, you'll be on the beach, and 13.1 mi (21.1 km) from Dry Creek State Recreation Site and 24 mi (38.6 km) from Wrangell‐St. Elias National Park Visitor Center. .This lodge is 29.1 mi (46.8 km) from Chapel on the Hill.
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What's nearby

  • Dry Creek State Recreation Site - 13 min drive - 15.4 miles
  • Wrangell‐St. Elias National Park Visitor Center - 29 min drive - 30.4 miles
  • Chapel on the Hill - 37 min drive - 36.8 miles
  • Chistochina River Trailhead - 42 min drive - 41.7 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Trapper's Den Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Carriage House Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Carriage House Dining Room - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Meiers Lake Roadhouses - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jeannies Java - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Gakona Lodge

Gakona Lodge offers 16 accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Cable television is provided. This Gakona lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Hair dryers, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 16 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Enjoy recreational amenities such as a nightclub and karaoke. Additional features at this lodge include complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and wedding services.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Carriage House Restaurant serving guests of Gakona Lodge. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. Planning an event in Gakona? This lodge has 1200 square feet (111 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM.
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.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Carriage House Restaurant
  • Trappers Den Travern

Things to do

  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Karaoke
  • Nightclub
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,200 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • On a river
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1904
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable channels

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between September 3 and May 31.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, per adult, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Gakona Lodge
Gakona Lodge Lodge
Gakona Lodge Gakona
Gakona Lodge Lodge Gakona

Gakona Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 236 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 66 out of 236 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 236 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 236 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 236 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The lodge was clean and had a great bar/restaurant. The lodge was one of the highlights of our trip.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mohammad

Liked: Staff & service
Good staff and good surroundings
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Muriel

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

Nice comfortable location

The lodge was a 1 night stay in route to another location for us. It was clean, comfortable and the scenery very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is an excellent property with a restaurant and Bar.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable. Wonderful place!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique place to stay. Loved the atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mingming

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and people. The age and history of the lodge is remarkable. The kitchen prepareds wonderful meals and very proud to do so. I would highly recommend the Gokona Lodge to all looking for a quiet out of the way place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were their last clients of the year. But we were still treated like the first guests of the year! Good food and clean comfy cabin by the river!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the history and location near amazing sights and right on the river with stunning views of Wrangle Mountains
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a great stay. Very friendly and accommodating owners and staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very authentic in its ambiance.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Must experience this Historic Lodge. Wonderful owners with a quaint restaurant. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bert

Friendly staff. Fun place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint reminder of days gone by
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was as expected for a place almost 100 years old.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The owners went out of their way to accommodate our late check-in…. the atmosphere was friendly and quaint…
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved everything about the lodge, the rooms were very clean and the rustic decor made us feel like we were right at home. The owners we very friendly and nice. We ate supper at the restaurant and it was very good. The staff were wonderful they told us a few places to go while we were in Valdez. We stayed in 8 different places on our trip to Alaska and this was our favorite!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
good place for 1 night, very friendly personnel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tim

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
the staff was very helpful, gracious and took really good care of us and the place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Inge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners were extremely friendly and welcoming. Bar and restaurant on property next to lodge. Great location to visit Wrangell-StE NP.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
You need to carry luggage upstairs and a shared shower and bathroom with other guest it’s rustic
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fine old place!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Our stay was good, The room was comfortable. The staff went above and beyond under some strange circumstances....(short staffed in an emergency, power went out due to circuit breaker etc)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a 120 year old lodge and it acts the part. That idea appealed to me, and if it appeals to you you should be happy with a stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025