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Our top choices for Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area hotels

A wooden cabin with a metal roof, surrounded by a well-maintained garden and a clear view of the mountains.

1. Alaska's Lake Lucille B&B

Alaska's Lake Lucille B&B
3.0 star property
13.5 km from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (299 reviews)
"Best place to stay in Wasilla, hands down. Excellent breakfast!"
United States
Bruce
The price is RM648
RM697 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Alaska's Lake Lucille B&B
A stone fireplace with a carved wooden panel above it, surrounded by seating and potted plants.

2. Grand View Inn & Suites

Grand View Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
9.3 km from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Very great stay"
United States
Jackie
The price is RM620
RM667 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Grand View Inn & Suites
A dining room with a wooden table, chairs, a cabinet with glass doors, and a view of mountains through large windows.

3. Gateway Overlook

Gateway Overlook
3.0 star property
3.3 km from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (109 reviews)
"This place was a great haven for us at the time that we were there."
United States
Jennie
The price is RM602
RM713 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Gateway Overlook
A West Butt Trail sign with a map and a person walking on a gravel path.

4. The Pioneer Motel

The Pioneer Motel
2.5 star property
6.7 km from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (891 reviews)
"Great location and staff were phenomenal."
United States
Beth
The price is RM549
RM598 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
The Pioneer Motel
A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, including tables and chairs, overlooking a lake with mountains in the background.

5. Best Western Lake Lucille Inn

Best Western Lake Lucille Inn
2.5 star property
15.1 km from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"We loved our stay! Conveniently located, well maintained, great view."
United States
Jennifer
The price is RM775
RM833 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Best Western Lake Lucille Inn
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a wooden coffee table, and a grey sofa.

6. Colony Suites

Colony Suites
4.0 star property
6.6 km from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (122 reviews)
"The unit we stayed in was beautiful! The decor was outstanding and the couch and bed were comfortable."
United States
Cheryl
The price is RM563
RM837 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Colony Suites
A wooden staircase leading to a second floor, a leather sofa, a wooden table with a lantern, and a television mounted on the wall.

7. Alaska Back Country Cottages

Alaska Back Country Cottages
3.0 star property
12.2 km from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (91 reviews)
"Beautiful place"
United States
Germain
The price is RM1,208
RM1,268 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Alaska Back Country Cottages
A hotel room with a bed, a blue armchair, a dining table, a kitchen area with a microwave, and a refrigerator.

8. Alaska's Select Inn Wasilla

Alaska's Select Inn Wasilla
2.0 star property
9.5 km from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"My stay was amazing and the staff was outstanding"
United States
MICHAEL DAVIS
The price is RM583
RM613 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Alaska's Select Inn Wasilla
A lakeside lodge with a dock, a red building with a balcony, and an American flag.

9. Mat-Su Resort

Mat-Su Resort
2.5 star property
11.2 km from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (207 reviews)
"The hotel room was charmingly decorated and comfortable, with a lovely view of the lake. Would definitely stay there again."
United States
Angela
The price is RM876
RM920 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Mat-Su Resort
A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a framed picture on the wall, and a carpeted floor.

10. Eagle Hotel

Eagle Hotel
2.5 star property
6.1 km from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
7.2 out of 10, Good, (330 reviews)
"Loved my suite with a view!"
United States
Susan
The price is RM602
RM656 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Eagle Hotel
A restaurant interior with wooden walls, hanging greenery, and pendant lighting. Tables are set with chairs, and there are framed pictures on the walls.

11. Windbreak Hotel

Windbreak Hotel
2.5 star property
10.4 km from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
6.6 out of 10, (201 reviews)
"Average place to stay at."
United States
Mark
The price is RM448
RM482 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Windbreak Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A wooden cabin with a metal roof, surrounded by a well-maintained garden and a clear view of the mountains.
Alaska's Lake Lucille B&B
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
299 reviews
View
A stone fireplace with a carved wooden panel above it, surrounded by seating and potted plants.
Grand View Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
8.4
Very good
1,001 reviews
View
A dining room with a wooden table, chairs, a cabinet with glass doors, and a view of mountains through large windows.
Gateway Overlook
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
109 reviews
View
A West Butt Trail sign with a map and a person walking on a gravel path.
The Pioneer Motel
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
891 reviews
View
A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, including tables and chairs, overlooking a lake with mountains in the background.
Best Western Lake Lucille Inn
2.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,003 reviews
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Top Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Best Western Lake Lucille Inn

Best Western Lake Lucille Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Thermostat set at 65 room temperature 80, not sure what's going on with that."
Richard 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Best Western Lake Lucille Inn

Other attractions near Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area

Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site

9.8/10 (24 reviews)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site during your travels in Gateway. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area?
Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area is located in Gateway. You'll find 118 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best place to stay close to Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area?
Gateway Overlook is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this B&B offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area. Other good choices within a few miles include The Pioneer Motel and Eagle Hotel.
How many hotels will I be able to find near Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area?
Expedia has 118 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area.
What can I see and do near Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Palmer Visitor Information Center and Colony House Museum. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm and Bodenburg Butte. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site, Finger Lake and Finger Lake.