Puffin Inn of Anchorage

2.0 star property
Motel in Anchorage with free breakfast and free airport shuttle

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Front of property
Front of property
Exterior
Front of property
Free self-parking

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Deluxe, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(58 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Suite, Multiple Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Deluxe, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(54 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Economy Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Moderate, 2 Queen Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(113 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
4400 Spenard Rd, Anchorage, AK, 99517

What's nearby

  • Lake Hood Harbor - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Prince William Sound - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • William A. Egan Civic and Convention Center - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • University of Alaska - Anchorage - 8 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • Anchorage Alaska Railroad Depot - 14 min drive
  • Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rustic Goat - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wingstop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Naruto Japanese Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Puffin Inn of Anchorage

Motel near University of Alaska - Anchorage
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a free return airport shuttle and a corner/local shop at Puffin Inn of Anchorage. In addition to laundry facilities and a fireplace in reception, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Coffee/tea in reception, a lift and ATM/banking services
  • Luggage storage, bike tour information and a nature reserve
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and proximity to the airport
Room features
All 85 rooms have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak well of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Free infant beds and travel cots
  • Pillowtop mattresses and down duvets
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 5 AM to 9 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Gym
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free cot
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 2:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 2:30 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25, per pet, per day (maximum of USD 200 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 250 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 18 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, per adult, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 250.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 250 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day (maximum USD200 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a security system and outdoor lighting
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Puffin Inn of Anchorage pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 18 kg per pet. There's a deposit of USD 250 per stay and a fee of USD 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Puffin Inn of Anchorage?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Puffin Inn of Anchorage?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 2:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Puffin Inn of Anchorage?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Puffin Inn of Anchorage provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is Puffin Inn of Anchorage located?

Located in Turnagain, this motel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Hood Harbor, DeLong Lake Park and Arctic & Benson Dog Park. Lynn Ary Park and Business Park Wetlands Special Management Area are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Puffin Inn of Anchorage Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1034 out of 2872 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 721 out of 2872 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 483 out of 2872 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 307 out of 2872 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 327 out of 2872 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tyrol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to airport and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay Close to airport I’d stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and price/value.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a comfortable place and a hot shower just for one night...exactly what I needed!! It was a great place for a great price!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Staff & service
Quaint, reasonable price
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This property was very close to the airport and convenient for quick airport access.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
I always stay at Puffin while in Anchorage. They are always improving on the property with an excellent staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel provides airport transfers
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

BRETT

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The deluxe room is nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Carrie

Liked: Amenities
Nice little hotel to stay in before flying out for our fishing trip. The staff was courteous, rooms were very basic but clean and updated, and the continental breakfast was very good with lots of delicious options. Compared to the other very high priced hotels near the airport, this nice little Inn was worth the savings for our short stay in Anchorage.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Nice breakfast..good staff..room was quite small..sink is n bedroom was weird…good no frills motel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

This hotel met our needs as a clean, comfortable place to spend the night. Conveniently located. The rooms are cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristel

The staff was extremely helpful and very kind.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Vickie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Newly remodeled and very nice. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Trisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We stayed here for one night before cruise. It’s nothing fancy but served its purpose.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice room. Beautiful lobby. Great service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenn

Liked: Cleanliness
The rooms are very big and the bathrooms are super nice. Could tell they recently remodeled
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It had a great shuttle
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was very cheerful & helpful! Lots of good coffee & ice water, too. Will stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ariful

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice place
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to airport
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Amenities
Excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025