Places to stay in Ketchikan, Alaska

Ketchikan is well known as the salmon capital of the world and a paradise for sport fishermen and naturalists alike. During the summer months, our town bustles with visitors from all over the world. While the rustic boardwalk on Creek Street preserves a distinct historic feel, the town hums with new construction to keep up with the ever-expanding wave of tourism. Ketchikan has a population of 14,500 and is built along a steep hillside, with sections of the town built right over the water on pilings. An outstanding collection of totem poles make a visit to Ketchikan essential for anyone interested in Native art. Ketchikan's name supposedly comes from the native term "Katch Kanna", which roughly translates: "spread wings of a thundering eagle" and rightly named, for you only need to look along the water line and you're likely to see many bald eagles on waterside perches. Our beautiful town is located on the western coast of Revillagigedo Island, near the southernmost boundary of Alaska. It is 679 miles north of Seattle and 235 miles south of Juneau. The 2.2 million acre Misty Fjords National Monument lies 22 air miles east of Ketchikan and the town is the first Alaska port of call for northbound cruise ships and State ferries. It lies at approximately 55 20' N Latitude, 131 38' W Longitude. The area encompasses 3 sq. miles of land and 1 sq. miles of water. The area lies in the maritime climate zone noted for its warm winters, cool summers, and heavy precipitation. Summer temperatures range from 51 to 65; winter temperatures range from 29 to 39. Ketchikan averages 162 inches of precipitation annually, including 32 inches of snowfall. Established originally as a fishing camp, Ketchikan today bustles with activity. Ketchikan almost seems today like it had been built for its many visitors. The Ketchikan Airport is located on its own island, Garvina Island. From Ketchikan's airport it is a short ferry ride across Tongass Narrows to the city of Ketchikan. We also welcome one or more Alaska State Ferries nearly everyday and cruise ships grace our harbor from May through September. On a busy day, we could have as many as 6 large cruise ships at a time in our harbor Local restaurants include Sushi Harbor, Steamers At The Dock, Alaska Fish House, and Thai House Restaurant.

If you are travelling in the area, Ketchikan is located close to Idaho Rock, Hume Island, East Clump, Connell Lake and Spit Point.

Available Ketchikan lodging

We currently have 23 accommodations in and around Ketchikan.

Ketchikan Hotels, Motels, Resorts, B&Bs and Extended Stay

Photograph of Gilmore Hotel, Ketchikan
Listing updated 2024
Hotels

Gilmore Hotel

Located on the heart of downtown about three miles from Ketchikan International Airport (KTN), this landmark hotel is your gateway to Alaska. Upon entering the lobby, you are immediately transported back to 1920s Alaska.
326 Front Street
Ketchikan, Alaska
Photograph of Super 8, Ketchikan
Listing updated 2024
Motels

Super 8

★★★★
Featuring a waterfront location just minutes from the Port of Ketchikan, our Super 8 by Wyndham Ketchikan hotel is close to the Southeast Alaska Discovery Center, Tongass Historical Museum, and Totem Heritage Center. We offer a free shuttle to .....
"I enjoyed my stay at the super 8 in Ketchikan. The beds were very comfortable. There were a lot of load planes outside taking off but that was not till later in the morning. The manager of this hotel ..... "
2151 Sea Level Drive
Ketchikan, Alaska
Photograph of My Place Hotel, Ketchikan
Listing updated 2024
Hotels

My Place Hotel

Take in the unique beauties of Alaska while enjoying all the amenities of home right in your own room when you stay at My Place Hotel-Ketchikan, AK..
3612 Tongass Avenue
Ketchikan, Alaska
Bed & Breakfasts

Black Bear Inn-Ketchikans

The Black Bear Inn is Ketchikans most Elegant Waterfront Bed and Breakfast.
5528 North Tongass HIghway
Ketchikan, Alaska
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Cape Fox Lodge

You will stay comfortable in Ketchikan with amenities that include a ski lodge style interior featuring local native art / a river rock fireplace / beamed ceiling / overstuffed chairs and spectacular views of the forest / mountains and water. Cape Fox Lodge offers 70 guest rooms and 2 suites.
800 Venetia Avenue
Ketchikan, Alaska
Motels

Clover Pass Resort and RV Park

Clover Pass Resort and RV Park in Ketchikan, Alaska offers excellent fishing and sightseeing packages.
708 North Point Higgins Road
Ketchikan, Alaska
Bed & Breakfasts

Alderhouse Bed and Breakfast

A Gracious Bed and Breakfast located in Ketchikan, Alaska.
420 Alder Street
Ketchikan, Alaska
Hotels

Rodeway Inn

When all you need is a solid deal and a simple stay, the Rodeway Inn Edgewater hotel in Ketchikan, AK near Downtown Ketchikan has just what you need. We are near the Rainbird Trail, Salmon Landing, Ted Ferry Convention Center and more.
4871 North Tongass Highway
Ketchikan, Alaska
Hotels

Landing Hotel

As a full service year round 107 room property our facility is situated right across the street from the Inside Passage of the Pacific Ocean offering our guests 24 hour guest service representatives courtesy shuttle service business center exercise .....
3434 Tongass Avenue
Ketchikan, Alaska
Hotels

Inn At Creek St. And NY Hotel

The Inn At Creek Street and New York Hotel is a small historic inn tastefully restored and completely modern in amenities and guest services It is located in the heart of Ketchikan where Alaskas famous Creek Street and Thomas Stedman Street historic .....
207 Stedman Street
Ketchikan, Alaska
Bed & Breakfasts

Waterfall Resort

PO Box 6440
Ketchikan, Alaska
Bed & Breakfasts

Almost Home B&B

412 D-1 Loop Road
Ketchikan, Alaska
Bed & Breakfasts

Eagle's Roost

PO Box 9187
Ketchikan, Alaska
Bed & Breakfasts

Madame's Manor Victorian Bed & Breakfast

324 Cedar Street
Ketchikan, Alaska
Bed & Breakfasts

Alaskan Home Fishing Bed And Breakfast

11380 Alderwood St North
Ketchikan, Alaska
Motels

Knickerbocker Hotel

421 Dock Street
Ketchikan, Alaska
Bed & Breakfasts

Nestling Cove Bed & Breakfast

3930 South Tongass Highway
Ketchikan, Alaska
Bed & Breakfasts

Mink Bay Lodge

PO Box 6440
Ketchikan, Alaska
Bed & Breakfasts

Waypoint Inn at Herring Bay

7866 South Tongass
Ketchikan, Alaska
Bed & Breakfasts

The Great Alaska Cedar Works

1527-V Pond Reef Road North
Ketchikan, Alaska

Ketchikan Camping & RV, Cottages, Rentals and Lodges / Ranches

Photograph of The Cedars Lodge, Ketchikan
Listing updated 2024
Lodges

The Cedars Lodge

The Cedars Lodge - the perfect place for your Alaska fishing vacation. The Cedars is a premier Alaska fishing lodge located in Ketchikan, Alaska, the southernmost city in the state. It is one of three Alaska fishing resorts operated by Alaska Sportfishing Expeditions.
1471 Tongass Avenue
Ketchikan, Alaska
Vacation Rentals

The Ketchikan Beach House

If you are looking for lodging in Ketchikan with a view, this is it! This vaction rental is much more than your typical Bed & Breakfast. Located on the beach along the Tongass Narrows on the Inside Passage, The Beach House, offers you comfort, .....
11195 North Tongass Highway
Ketchikan, Alaska
Vacation Rentals

Anchor Inn by the Sea Bed & Breakfast

Anchor Inn by the Sea has vacation rental units located only 4 miles from downtown Ketchikan in one of the best shoreline fishing and whale watching areas that Ketchikan has to offer. The guest suites are so close to the ocean, the view from your window is an active wildlife show.
4672 South Tongass Highway
Ketchikan, Alaska
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Annabelle's Keg & Chowderhouse ( Dining / Seafood ). Located at 326 Front Street. Experience the remarkable combination of modern, historic and frontier Alaska at The Gilmore Hotel, a historic boutique hotel offering quiet, affordable elegance with a personal touch. Built in 1927, our Ketchikan, Alaska hotel offers 38 comfortably furnished rooms with commanding views of the state's busiest waterfront. There, you will find museums, a totem center, salmon hatchery, shopping and historic Creek Street all within walking distance of the Gilmore Hotel in Ketchikan. www.gilmorehotel.com Link

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