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Our top choices for Kenai River hotels

A room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a window.

1. The Hibernation Station

The Hibernation Station
2.0 star property
44.4 km from Kenai River
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (66 reviews)
"Friendly owner and staff, great location, will visit again"
United States
Praveen
The price is RM347
RM357 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The Hibernation Station
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a TV on a cabinet, and patterned carpet.

2. Aspen Extended Stay Suites Kenai

Aspen Extended Stay Suites Kenai
2.5 star property
67.6 km from Kenai River
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (814 reviews)
"Lovely stay"
United States
Sierra
The price is RM617
RM654 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Aspen Extended Stay Suites Kenai
A poolside area with two chairs and a potted plant.

3. Aspen Hotel Soldotna

Aspen Hotel Soldotna
2.5 star property
57.5 km from Kenai River
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (883 reviews)
"Easy access off the Sterling. Close to anything you need in town."
United States
Karen
The price is RM617
RM679 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Aspen Hotel Soldotna
An outdoor patio with seating and a view of a river and forest.

4. Kenai River Lodge

Kenai River Lodge
3.0 star property
58.1 km from Kenai River
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (841 reviews)
"Great location and a nice comfortable room."
United States
Kristina
The price is RM528
RM580 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Kenai River Lodge
A room with a large bull statue, a dining area with wooden chairs, a television, and a view of the outside through large windows.

5. Kenai Airport Hotel

Kenai Airport Hotel
2.0 star property
68.2 km from Kenai River
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (362 reviews)
"Nice and quiet. Will be staying again"
United States
chris
The price is RM471
RM499 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Kenai Airport Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a vanity with a mirror and sink, and a television mounted on the wall.

6. Uptown Motel Kenai

Uptown Motel Kenai
2.5 star property
68 km from Kenai River
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (345 reviews)
"I stayed here primari"
United States
Frederick
The price is RM431
RM457 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Uptown Motel Kenai
A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and a window with curtains.

7. Quality Inn Kenai

Quality Inn Kenai
2.5 star property
67.6 km from Kenai River
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (637 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
MARIA M
The price is RM466
RM494 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Quality Inn Kenai
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a window with curtains.

8. Best Western King Salmon Inn

Best Western King Salmon Inn
2.5 star property
57.7 km from Kenai River
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (426 reviews)
"Great staff, will stay again."
United States
Kathryn
The price is RM544
RM599 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Best Western King Salmon Inn
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a mounted moose head, a framed landscape painting, and a colorful garden scene painting.

9. Soldotna Inn

Soldotna Inn
2.5 star property
57.2 km from Kenai River
7.6 out of 10, Good, (650 reviews)
"Helpful staff, cute rooms and excellent restaurant"
United States
Carrie
The price is RM289
RM317 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Soldotna Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a decorative wall piece.

10. Alaska Angler's Inn

Alaska Angler's Inn
3.0 star property
58 km from Kenai River
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (375 reviews)
"Great place will be staying again in the future."
United States
clayton
The price is RM358
RM393 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Alaska Angler's Inn
A row of white plastic chairs outside a building with a red door and windows.

11. Trail Lake Lodge

Trail Lake Lodge
2.5 star property
36.1 km from Kenai River
7.2 out of 10, Good, (558 reviews)
"Location is very beautiful"
United States
Pankit
The price is RM507
RM522 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Trail Lake Lodge
A bedroom with two beds, a green headboard, a window with curtains, and a bear-themed rug.

12. The Kenai Inn

The Kenai Inn
2.0 star property
68.5 km from Kenai River
7.8 out of 10, Good, (92 reviews)
"Great cozy room, close to town, and wonderful understanding staff also. Loved staying here, would definitely come back again!"
United States
Heather
The price is RM466
RM494 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The Kenai Inn
A wooden-paneled room with leather recliners, a television on a cabinet, and an exit sign.

13. Soldotna Lodge

Soldotna Lodge
2.0 star property
49.7 km from Kenai River
6.6 out of 10, (53 reviews)
"We'd stay there again. Great value for the room rate—incredible restaurant in the building. The staff was above and beyond, wanting to be of service and proud of where they work."
United States
Grace
The price is RM274
RM282 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Soldotna Lodge
A bedroom with two beds, a wooden bench, and a wooden headboard.

14. Alaska Legends Kenai River Lodge

Alaska Legends Kenai River Lodge
4.0 star property
39.3 km from Kenai River
The price is RM1,197
RM1,233 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Alaska Legends Kenai River Lodge
A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a granite countertop, and a stainless steel sink.

15. Comfort & Convenience! Apt in Central Soldotna

Comfort & Convenience! Apt in Central Soldotna
3.5 star property
57.9 km from Kenai River
The price is RM734
RM1,900 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Comfort & Convenience! Apt in Central Soldotna
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Compare popular hotels close to Kenai River

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a window.
The Hibernation Station
2.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
66 reviews
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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a TV on a cabinet, and patterned carpet.
Aspen Extended Stay Suites Kenai
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
814 reviews
View
A poolside area with two chairs and a potted plant.
Aspen Hotel Soldotna
2.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
883 reviews
View
An outdoor patio with seating and a view of a river and forest.
Kenai River Lodge
3.0 star property
8.4
Very good
841 reviews
View
A room with a large bull statue, a dining area with wooden chairs, a television, and a view of the outside through large windows.
Kenai Airport Hotel
2.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
362 reviews
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Top Kenai River Hotel Reviews

Gwin's Lodge & Roadhouse Est. 1952

Gwin's Lodge & Roadhouse Est. 1952

8/10 Good
"Great property. No TV or WiFi so great place to get away and relax."
ERIC 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Gwin's Lodge & Roadhouse Est. 1952

Other attractions near Kenai River

Saddle Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Saddle Lake during your travels in Moose Pass. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Kenai River?
If you're planning to come to the area to visit Kenai River, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. You'll find 17 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best place to stay near Kenai River?
Gwin's Lodge & Roadhouse Est. 1952 is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this cabin offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located 4.3 mi (7 km) from Kenai River. Other good options in the area include Alpine Inn Motel and Kenai Princess Wilderness Lodge.
How many hotels are there close to Kenai River?
Expedia has 17 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Kenai River.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Kenai River, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Kenai River.
What can I see and do near Kenai River?
You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Russian River Campground and K'Beq Footprints Heritage Site. You can enjoy nature at Russian River, Russian Mountain or Resurrection Pass Trailhead. Spend some time checking out Cooper Landing Museum, which is 7.1 mi from Kenai River, or make a stop by Alaskan Angling Adventures LLC., located 8.2 mi away.