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Puffin Inn of Anchorage

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

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Lobby sitting area
Down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains
Property entrance
Reception
Down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Deluxe, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(55 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Deluxe, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Economy Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Moderate, 2 Queen Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(107 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 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
  • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk and a gift shop
  • A vending machine, coffee/tea in reception and a water dispenser
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and proximity to the airport
Room features
All 85 rooms have comforts such as 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:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and down duvets
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and travel cots

Languages

English

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  • Free airport shuttle
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The price is RM1,183
RM1,325 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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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

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

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • 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

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
Children 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 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

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 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
This property accepts credit 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
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

Property is also known as

Puffin Anchorage
Puffin Inn
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Puffin Hotel Anchorage
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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 Connors Bog Dog Park, Lake Hood Harbor and DeLong Lake Park. Arctic & Benson Dog Park and Lynn Ary Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Puffin Inn of Anchorage Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1022 out of 2848 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 723 out of 2848 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 477 out of 2848 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 301 out of 2848 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 325 out of 2848 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

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

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

8/10 Good

BRETT

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It had a great shuttle
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

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I ended up staying 2 nights here this trip. Very clean and reasonable hotel for the area. Staff were excellent! The airport shuttle service is wonderful! Picked me up first night and dropped me off to get rental car the next morning. I’m pretty picky and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
An older place to stay that is being nicely revamped. It has launched many fishing and hunting trips.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Amenities
Excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fuqi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were polite and pleasant as well as accommodating. Lobby was clean. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean friendly staff convenient airport shuttle 24 hours. My mother enjoyed it there was local restaurants walking distance. Will return
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

James

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

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located near airport Staff were always helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk was nice! shuttle took us safely to airport. Thank you guys for the hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice front desk crew.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Zack

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Location very close to the airport. We only stayed there the night we landed, and it worked well for the quick stop.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025