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Gakona Lodge

2.5 star property
Beachfront lodge with free breakfast and nightclub

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Gakona Lodge offers riverside relaxation with an inviting firepit and live concerts. Dine at the Carriage House Restaurant, enjoy pool games or karaoke, and stay connected with in-room WiFi. Guests appreciate the attentive staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Room options

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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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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

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

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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

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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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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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 Single 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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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

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Single 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

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Single Room, 1 Single 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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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

View all photos for 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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About the area

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
  • ‪Carriage House Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jeannies Java - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Meiers Lake Roadhouses - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Gakona Lodge

Lodge by the river
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a nightclub and concerts and live shows at Gakona Lodge. The on-site American cuisine family restaurant, Carriage House Restaurant, serves dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a firepit and a playground.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Barbecues, a gift shop and wedding services
  • A billiards/pool table, a bike cleaning area and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Gakona Lodge offer amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry 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 lift
  • 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

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

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 alternative 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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 3 September and 31 May.

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
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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 any lifts
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Gakona Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Gakona Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gakona Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Gakona Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gakona Lodge located?

Situated on the beach, this lodge is 7.5 mi (12 km) from Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and within 25 miles (40 km) of Dry Creek State Recreation Site and Kluane/Wrangell-St Elias/Glacier Bay/Tatshenshini-Alsek. Wrangell‐St. Elias National Park Visitor Center and Chapel on the Hill are also within 32 miles (52 km).

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Reviews

Gakona Lodge Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
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

Reviews

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

6/10 Okay

Mohammad

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This adorable lodge had very comfortable beds and provided a fan to put in the window so that we could sleep cool, the way we like. The restaurant and the bar are both right next door, easy walking distance. It is private but also right on the way from Wrangell St Elias national Park. The surroundings are beautiful (there is a stunning view from one of the bathrooms) and we had a great time chatting with fellow travelers and local residents alike. They thought of everything, and even provided a hot breakfast with eggs sausage and muffins.
What you can see while you are pooping.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Jammie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was certainly not what was advertised. Very run down and dated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was very welcoming and hospitable. A rustic lodge with lots of character and very comfortable. The area is just beautiful!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect for Alaska Cabin experience- nice service and cooperative team.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in tent camp. Amazing wilderness location and experience. Great staff support from Zack.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

James

great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Cabin 1

New owners are working hard to maintain and improve this property. We enjoyed our One night stay in cabin 1. It's obviously old but pretty clean and in good condition overall.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

kathryn

Liked: Staff & service
The historic aspect was great but the weather stripping on the door was loose and we had constant mosquitos in the cabin.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Carol

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
I think you need to understand the history of the lodge before you stay there. My room was in the first floor and the only room with a private bath. I could hear every word the staff was saying outside my room and the room above me I could hear every snore.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Souvik

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The area is very poorly maintained and the cabin condition was a bit below average.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

JAMES

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We did not stay after looking at the room you need to check this place out before you ask people to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The cabin was nice - it was clean, the bathroom as good, and the cabin was decorated nicely. We had to eat in the bar as the restaurant wasn’t open yet. The bar is in touch shape and the food wasn’t the best. Was told by the son that the property was sold so maybe some improvements will be made. The river is right behind of the property.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It is a great piece of history. They are adding two new cabins. We stayed in the three bedroom cabin. This is a rustic type of lodging. It not 5th wheel lodging but it better than tent camping. The new owners are trying their hardest. We were there about a week before “summer season”. Food was available but limited. Playground across the street. Michelle and Wayne are very kind and very hard workers! We wish them well!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Antonio

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Good stay

Simple old cabin with private bathroom. Not a table. Wifi didn't work, ATT cell coverage. Small fridge and coffee machine, no microwave. Bar opens at 5:30pm, Diner at 6pm. Nothing around this place. Good shower, comfy beds, quiet at night, not much noise from the road. Convenient Breakfast: bread, orange juice, apples, cereals, yogurt and coffee. Superb sweet and friendly host.
Breakfast room
Breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

richard

I arrived at midnight with a car starting problem. Rebecca met me outside with a trickle charger for my battery. She also awoke her husband, I disagreed on that; to help me with the charger. My room was clean, new sheets and the bathrooms were very clean. Everything I needed was immediately attended too. AWESOME service. I would definitely stay there again and would highly recommend staying there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Shane

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would not recommend, it is more of a bed and breakfast than a lodge..double booked all the rooms and tried to put me in a dirty back room with only a mattress and an old couch. The only window was broken out and had a garbage bag covering it. It truly felt like I was at shrute farms from the office. They were nice but it was unbelievable. Dont recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I found the location and the structures to be extremely charming. It was cool to stay in an older log home at this Alaska-historic roadhouse. It seems like a fun community space as well as a cozy stop along the highway. There's a bar and a small restaurant next door to the main lodge/cabins that offer decent food and drinks for the price. Whether you're headed off for fishing, camping, or just need somewhere to stay the night in your travels it's a fun little spot to hit along the road. There isn't much negative to say about it. When we stayed it had recently been purchased by new owners who were still getting the hang of things, so things seemed a little hectic in terms of the food service and the internet connection needing some troubleshooting, but these were pretty negligible for me and I'm sure they'll all be hammered out with time. Overall a solid experience for us, and I'd definitely recommend it to someone who's traveling through the area looking for a reasonably priced spot.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Jan, Rebecca (owner), and Aiden (owner’s son) are amazing people. At first, I wasn’t expecting much from the place but everyone that works there is so incredibly helpful and accommodating that I had a wonderful experience. I had a flat tire coming into the lodge and they immediately did everything they could to help me. Aiden, was able to patch up my tire (his first time doing it) and was able to drive my friends wedding then back to Anchorage afterwards ( 200 miles and 4 hour drive) with no problem. I was able to drive an additional 200 miles after getting back taking my rental all over the place including driving on gravel and mud with no problem. I would absolutely stay with them again if ever get the chance!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy bonito lugar. Se trata de una posada con cuartos muy cómodos. Al lado de la posada, hay un restaurant con muy buena comida. El desayuno estuvo increíble. Una familia muy amable administra todo el lugar. Me encanto la cultura. Se siente como esas posadas en la época en que no había autos. Un ambiente campestre, gente amigable y amable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025