The Lakefront Anchorage, Anchorage ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

4800 Spenard Road, Anchorage, Alaska, United States of America, 99517 3236

Set on the shore of Lake Spenard next to Lake Hood, The Lakefront Anchorage is a 3-star hotel featuring scenic views and direct access to flightseeing and fishing from its dock. Guests can enjoy complimentary airport shuttle service and various on-site dining options, including local cuisine and seafood.

Rooms & Amenities

Each room at The Lakefront Anchorage includes dark hardwood furniture, an HDTV, and a private bathroom. Options include Deluxe Rooms and the Mt. McKinley Suite, which features separate living and dining areas. The hotel also offers pet-friendly accommodations for guests traveling with dogs or cats.

Dining & Bar Options

Dining options at The Lakefront Anchorage include The Flying Machine Restaurant serving an American breakfast with Alaskan twists, and The Fancy Moose Lounge, known for fresh seafood and local favorites. The Deck at Lake Hood offers scenic views of floatplane landings and a lively bar atmosphere.

Leisure & Event Spaces

Leisure facilities at The Lakefront Anchorage include a fitness center equipped with modern Precor equipment, event venues with expansive views of Lake Hood, and outdoor space suitable for gatherings. Guests can also take advantage of the hotel's private floatplane dock for direct adventure access.

Transport & Services

The Lakefront Anchorage provides year-round complimentary shuttle service to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, along with summer shuttle service to downtown Anchorage. Parking is available on-site, and the hotel is conveniently located near public transportation options, facilitating easy travel in the area.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

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2 persons

33 m²

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Deluxe Queen Room

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2 persons

33 m²

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Getting around

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City Center

Anchorage 3.2 mi

Airports

Ted Stevens Anchorage International (ANC) 2.0 mi

Belmopan (bcv) 27.8 mi

Train

Anchorage Depot 3.5 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Comfort

“The room was incredibly spacious with a perfect layout, making it a very comfortable stay.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast

“I thoroughly enjoyed the breakfast options; the variety was impressive and kept me satisfied throughout my stay.” view full review

Netflix On-Demand

“Being able to watch Netflix on the TV was a fantastic feature that made my evenings much more enjoyable.” view full review

Personal Touch

“The server at breakfast remembered my preference for hot tea instead of coffee, which made me feel valued and appreciated.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Elevator
ATM/Cash machine
Coffee shop
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center

Services

Free airport shuttle
Pet amenities available
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs
Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Live entertainment

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

4800 Spenard Road, Anchorage, Alaska, United States of America, 99517 3236

Map view

4800 Spenard Road, Anchorage, Alaska, United States of America, 99517 3236

City landmarks

Museums

Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center

3.3 mi

4306 W Northern Lights Blvd

Earthquake Park

1.7 mi

Chugach State Park

Lake Eklutna

1.4 mi

3498 Lakeshore Dr

Lake Spenard

3300 ft

Kwanis Fish Creek Park

4000 ft

Museums

Alaska Aviation Heritage Museum

1.7 mi

185 Aircraft Drive

Lake Hood Harbor

1.3 mi

Balto Seppala Park

1.1 mi

Anchorage Zen Community

2300 ft

Raven

2400 ft

Church

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

2600 ft

Arctic Diamond Studio

2600 ft

Church

Faith Christian Community

2600 ft

6398 Jewel Lake Rd

Delong Lake Park

1.0 mi

Orin Seybert Tower

1.0 mi

3301 C Street

Chugach National Forest

2.0 mi

Store

Carrs

1.5 mi

Museums

Alaska Sports Hall of Fame

1.3 mi

Center Bowling

1.1 mi

Turnagain United Methodist Church

1.2 mi

Park Seong Kak

1.2 mi

Pop Carr Park

1.5 mi

Filipino Bible Church

1.3 mi

Sri Ganesha Temple of Alaska

1.3 mi

5000 W Intl Airport Rd South Terminal

Alaska Native Art Display

1.3 mi

Chugach State Park

Near Point Trail

1.4 mi

Gallery

Alaska Native Art Collection

1.5 mi

Church

Lutheran Church of Hope

1.5 mi

Far North Bible College

1.6 mi

Nearby

Church

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

1700 ft

Restaurants

Flying Machine Restaurant

0 ft

4800 Spenard Rd

Taco King

400 ft

113 W Northern Lights Blvd Ste D

Subway

1400 ft

4608 Spenard Rd Suite F

Today's Pizza

900 ft

4608 Spenard Rd Ste D

Capri Pizza

1600 ft

4505 Spenard Rd Ste C

Fukumaru Teriyaki

1600 ft

4505 Spenard Rd Ste D

Jinmi Korean Restaurant

1600 ft

4505 Spenard Rd

Wendy's

1700 ft

4407 Spenard Road

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

70%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Convenient location

Quiet and clean rooms

Limited dining options

Loud air conditioning

7.0/10

Very good

Rooms

8.0

Location

8.0

Service

7.0

Dining

7.3

4/5 based on 1213 reviews

#31 of 76 hotels in Anchorage based on Tripadvisor

Ray

United States of America, December 2023

7.8/10

Upon arrival, the room wasn't ready, but it was worth the wait as it was very nice with a GREAT bed and bedding. The storage area for deliveries was convenient, and having a lake view added to the charm. The location near the airport was excellent for travelers, though some maintenance is needed. The service was always smiling and friendly, with a slight exception in the restaurant staff. Dining at The Flying Machine restaurant on-site was a pleasant experience, especially before catching a flight.

Rooms

9.0

The room was very nice with a GREAT bed and bedding, offering a beautiful lake view. The storage area for deliveries was convenient.

Service

8.0

The service was always smiling and friendly, suggesting great dining options and being overall pleasant.

Location

7.0

The location near the airport was excellent, with a resort-style environment right on the lake. Shuttle service to downtown was available and worked fine.

Dining

8.0

Dining at The Flying Machine restaurant on-site was a pleasant experience before catching a flight. The food was good and pleasing to the palate.

Facilities

7.0

Facilities were good, with a restaurant offering a view of the lake and seaplanes. The in-room safe provided added convenience.

Andrew

United States of America, September 2023

7.2/10

My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The location was excellent for exploring Anchorage attractions and accessing Seward Road, but the noisy surroundings could be bothersome at times. The rooms, though clean and comfortable, lacked soundproofing, making it hard to rest peacefully. The service was friendly, but there were some issues with communication and extra charges. Dining was enjoyable, especially with a nice view, but limited options for breakfast. Overall, a decent stay but with room for improvement.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, but the lack of sound barrier and inconvenient placement of the air conditioner made it a bit challenging. Only receiving three towels was also a minor inconvenience.

Service

6.0

The service was friendly overall, but there were some communication mishaps resulting in extra charges. It would have been better if staff acknowledged guests more consistently.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was great for sightseeing and accessing key areas like Seward Road. However, the noise level could be a downside, especially without a pleasant view. The shuttle service was convenient for reaching downtown.

Dining

8.0

Dining at the hotel was enjoyable with a nice view but limited breakfast options. Recommendations for activities were appreciated, enhancing the overall experience.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were satisfactory, although there were some minor issues with cleanliness and noise levels from ongoing work nearby.

Mike

United States of America, April 2023

7.4/10

I had a great stay at the hotel with my family of four. The rooms were perfect for us, clean, and quiet, although the air conditioning window units were quite loud. The location was very convenient near the airport on Lake Hood, and we enjoyed watching float planes take off and land. The dining experience had its ups and downs with limited options, but the service was top-notch.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were great for a family of four, clean, and quiet.

Service

7.0

The staff were very helpful and friendly.

Location

9.0

The hotel's proximity to the airport on Lake Hood was very convenient for us.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience had its highs and lows with limited options.