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Seward, Alaska in the Kenai Peninsula

Situated at the head of Resurrection Bay on the Kenai Peninsula, Seward is one of Alaska’s oldest and most scenic communities. Known as the “Gateway to Kenai Fjords National Park,” Seward is a picturesque town with a bustling harbor and historic downtown district filled with unique shops, art galleries, and delicious seafood restaurants. You will welcome the fact that Seward is one of the most easily accessible communities in Alaska.

Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau*
PO Box 749
Seward, AK 99664
Phone: (907) 224-8051
Go to Official Web Site
Email Chamber

Seward may be reached by road, air, the Alaska Railroad or the Alaska Marine Highway System. The Seward highway which connects Anchorage with Seward has been named an All-American Road, which is the highest designation of a National Forest Scenic Byway.

Things to Do in Seward
  • Hike Exit Glacier
  • Alaska SeaLife Center
  • Sport Fishing
  • Calving Glaciers & Marine Wildlife - Kenai Fjords National Park Tours
  • Sailing
  • Wildlife/Birding
  • Sea Kayaking
  • Flightseeing
  • Go for a Summer Sled Dog Ride
  • World War II Caines Head State Recreation Area
  • Ride the Alaska Railroad
  • Birding: Murres & Oyster Catchers, Seabirds-Red-Faced, Pelagic, Double-Crested Cormorants, Murrelets, Horned and Tufted Puffins, Rhinoceros Auklet
Seward Business Directory * Denotes a business that is open year round

 

ACCOMMODATIONS

Bed & Breakfasts

Hotels & Motels

  • Alaska’s Point of View Reservation Service & Suites
    PO box 312
    Seward, AK 99664
    Phone: (907)224-2323
    Email: debra@arctic.net
    Web address: www.alaskaspointofview.com
  • Fall’s Inn B&B *
    PO Box 2064
    Seward, AK 99664
    Phone: (907)224-5790
    Email: reserve@fallsinn.com
    Web address: www.fallsinnalaska.com
  • Kate’s Roadhouse
    Mile 5.5, 13609 Seward Hwy/ PO Box 2027
    Seward, AK 99664
    Phone: (907)224-5888
    Email: katesroadhouse@hotmail.com
  • Seward Waterfront Lodging *
    P.O.Box 618-KP
    Seward, AK 99664
    Phone: (907) 224-5563
    Web address: www.alaskas-sewardwaterfrontlodging.com
  • Alaska’s Point of View Reservation Service & Suites
    PO box 312
    Seward, AK 99664
    Phone: (907)224-2323
    Email: debra@arctic.net
    Web address: www.alaskaspointofview.com
  • Breeze Inn *
    P.O.Box 2147
    Seward, AK 99664
    Toll Free(888)224-5237
    Phone: (907)224-5237
    Email: Breeze@ptialaska.net
    Web address: www.breezeinn.com
    86 Deluxe rooms at the small boat harbor. Restaurant, lounge, gift shop & Banquet facilities. Accessible rooms, non-smoking rooms, Jacuzzi suites available. Mountain or Bay Views. Espresso Shop.
  • Harborview Inn *
    P.O.Box 1305
    Seward, AK 99664
    Toll Free (888)324-3217
    Email: info@sewardhotel.com
    Web address: www.Sewardhotel.com
  • Holiday Inn Express Seward Harbor *
    1412 4th Ave.
    Seward, AK 99664
    Phone: (907)224-2550
    Email: reservations@hieseward.com
    Web address: www.hieseward.com
    Located on the Seward Small Boat Harbor. Enjoy Free Deluxe Continental Breakfast, indoor pool & breathtaking views. Convenient location to Cruise & Railroad Depot and restaurants.

  • Hotel Edgewater *
    P.O.Box 1570
    Seward, AK 99664
    Toll Free(888)793-6800
    Phone: (907)224-2700
    Email: info@hoteledgewater.com
    Web address: www.hoteledgewater.com
    Spectacular views of Resurrection Bay, downtown, sauna, jacuzzi, cable, VCR, conference room, charter fishing & tours. Buffet breakfast, gift shop, shuttle to boat harbor & train depot. Three story lobby.

  • Hotel Seward *
    221-5th Ave / P.O.Box 2288
    Seward, AK 99664
    Toll Free (800)655-8785
    Phone: (907)224-8001
    Email: hotelseward@seward.net
    Web address: www.hotelsewardalaska.com
    Located in downtown Seward. 1/2 block from Alaska Sealife Center. Departure point to Kenai Fjords Park Tours, fishing & sightseeing packages available. New "pillowtop" queen beds. Nonsmoking & smoking. Open year round.
  • Marina Motel *
    PO Box 1134
    Seward, AK 99664
    Phone: (907)224-5518
    Web address: www.sewardmotel.com
  • Murphy's Longshore Lodge *
    PO Box 736
    Seward, AK 99664
    Toll Free (800)686-8191 • (907)224-8090
    Email: murphys@seward.net
    Web address: www.murphysmotel.com
  • Van Gilder Hotel *
    P.O.Box 609 • Seward, AK 99664
    Toll Free(800)204-6835
    Phone: (907)224-3079
    Email: info@vangilderhotel.com
    Web address: www.vangilderhotel.com
    National Historic Landmark built in 1916. Excellent location near historic shopping area, 2 blocks from SeaLife Center. Modern amenities, cable TV, with an early Alaska Victorian ambiance. Non-smoking.

Resorts, Lodges & Cabins

RV Parks & Campgrounds

Adventures & Activities

  • Alaska Fjord Charters
    PO Box 1412
    Kenai, AK 99611
    Phone: (907)283-4199
    Email: seepv@att.net
    Web address: www.alaskafjordcharters.com
    3-day private trips: Glaciers, Whales, Seals, Sea Lions, Otters, Puffins, Eagles, Kayaking, Fishing and more. A Kenai Fjords National Park adventure well beyond the day-boat circuit. Reasonably priced.
  • Alaska Sailing Tours
    PO Box 1772
    Seward, AK 99664
    Phone: (907)299-7245
    Email: alaskasailing@ak.net
    Web address: www.alaskasailingtours.com
    Offering Day, Overnight and Kayak Support Trips aboard the comfortable 61’ S/V SWAN. Stroll untouched beaches, enjoy home cooked meals, and view abundant wildlife while sailing into the midnight sun.
  • Exit Glacier Guides
    PO Box 1812
    Seward, AK 99664
    Phone: (907) 224-5569
    Email: exitglacierguides@yahoo.com
    Web address: www.exitglacierguides.com
  • Glacier City Snowmobile Tours
    P.O.Box 1018
    Girdwood, AK 99587
    Toll Free: (877) 783-5566
    Phone: (907)783-5566
    Email: glaciercity@acsalaska.net
    Web address: www.snowtours.net
    THE FIRST FLY-IN SUMMER SNOWMOBILE TOUR EVER! Combine your helicopter flightseeing with a world class guided snowmobile tour high up in the snow fields overlooking Prince William Sound.
  • Godwin Glacier Dog Sled Tours
    Ultimate Tours, LLC
    Seward Airport
    Seward, AK 99664
    Toll Free (888) 989-8239
    Phone: (907) 224-8239
    Web address: www.alaskadogsled.com
    Summertime helicopter flightseeing and your choice of glacier landing with dog sled tour, guided walk or overnight stay. Handicap friendly. Adventure of a lifetime!
  • Kayak Adventures Worldwide
    PO Box 2249
    Seward, AK 99664
    Phone: (907)224-3960
    Email: fun@kayakak.com
    Web address: www.kayakak.com
  • Liquid Adventures
    PO box 3713
    Seward, AK 99664
    Toll Free (888)325-2925
    Phone: (907)224-9225
    Email: info@liquid-adventures.com
    Web address: www.liquid-adventures.com
  • Seward Museum *
    P.O.Box 55-KP
    Seward, AK 99664
    Phone: (907) 224-3902
    Using its collection of photographs, documents And artifacts, the Seward Museum tells the Fascinating history of Seward. Open daily from May to October 9am-5pm. At other times call for hours.
  • Sunny Cove Sea Kayaking
    P.O. Box 3332-KP
    Seward, AK 99664
    Phone: (907) 224-4426
    Toll free: (800) 770-9119
    Web address: www.sunnycove.com
    Kayak Kenai Fjords Nat'l Park & Resurrection Bay. Experience glaciers, rugged shorelines, protected coves & abundant wildlife. Experienced guide/naturalists. 1/2 to 10 day adventures for all levels.

Attractions & Sightseeing

  • Alaska Fjord Charters
    PO Box 1412
    Kenai, AK 99611
    Phone: (907)283-4199
    Email: seepv@att.net
    Web address: www.alaskafjordcharters.com
    3-day private trips: Glaciers, Whales, Seals, Sea Lions, Otters, Puffins, Eagles, Kayaking, Fishing and more. A Kenai Fjords National Park adventure well beyond the day-boat circuit. Reasonably priced.
  • Alaska Railroad Corporation *
    431 W. First Ave
    Anchorage, AK 99510
    Toll Free 800-544-0552
    Email: reservations@akrr.com
    Web address: www.AlaskaRailroad.com
    Relax and view Alaska’s stunning scenery and abundant wildlife aboard Alaska Railroad’s comfortable coaches and dome cars. Book inclusive package tours and day trips at www.AlaskaRailroad.com.
  • Alaska SeaLife Center *
    P.O. Box 1329
    301 Railway Ave.
    Seward, AK 99664
    Toll free: (800) 224-2525
    Email: visit@alaskasealife.org
    Web address: www.alaskasealife.org
    Explore a new world at a world-class research, rehabilitation, conservation and education facility. Watch puffins fly through underwater skies and meet sea lions eye to eye. Open daily year round.
  • Crackerjack Sportfishing
    PO Box 3125
    Seward , AK 99664
    Phone: (907) 224-2606
    Toll Free: 800-224-2606
    Web address: www.crackerjackcharters.com
    Crackerjack Sportfishing is one of Alaska ’s top guide services. The best boats, equipment and 22 IGFA World records taken in 2004. We can provide you with the fishing experience of a lifetime. Day & Overnight trips!
  • Godwin Glacier Dog Sled Tours
    Ultimate Tours, LLC
    Seward Airport
    Seward, AK 99664
    Toll Free (888) 989-8239
    Phone: (907) 224-8239
    Web address: www.alaskadogsled.com
    Summertime helicopter flightseeing and your choice of glacier landing with dog sled tour, guided walk or overnight stay. Handicap friendly. Adventure of a lifetime!
  • Gray Line of Alaska & Holland America Tours *
    745 W. 4th Ave, Ste 200
    Anchorage, AK 99501
    Toll Free (888)312-5581
    Phone: (907) 277-5581
    Email: anchoragegrayline@hollandamerica.com
    Web address: www.graylinealaska.com
  • IdidaRide Sled Dog Tours
    Mile 1.1 Old Exit Glacier Rd.
    Seward, AK 99664
    Toll Free (800)478-3139
    Email: ididaride@wildbear.net
    Web address: www.ididaride.com
  • Kenai Fjords Tours
    P.O. Box 1889, Dept.-KP
    Seward, AK 99664
    Toll free: (800) 468-8068
    Email: info@kenaifjords.com
    Web address: www.kenaifjords.com
    Alaska’s #1 Wildlife & Glacier Cruise! We offer more itineraries that take you further into the Kenai Fjords National Park- including stops at our exclusive Fox Island Day Lodge.

  • Major Marine Tours
    411 W. 4th Ave. • Anchorage, AK 99501
    Toll Free (800)764-7300
    Email: info@majormarine.com
    Web address: www.majormarine.com
    Imagine coasting along the breathtaking Kenai Fjords and Prince William Sound while enjoying a salmon/prime rib meal. Listen to the rangers exciting narration on the history and ecology of the area.
  • Puffin Fishing Charters
    1412 Fourth Avenue, #D
    (Holiday Inn Express Hotel)
    Seward, AK 99664
    Toll Free (800)978-3346
    Phone: (907)224-4653
    Email: puffincharters@gci.net
    Web address: www.puffincharters.com
    LET’S GO FISHING! Join one of Seward’s top charter companies for halibut, salmon, lingcod & rockfish. Fast boats custom-built with your comfort, safety & pleasure is our priority. Over 25 years experience!
  • Renown Charters & Tours *
    Small Boat Harbor, #4
    Seward, AK 99664
    Toll Free (800)655-3806
    Web address: www.renowncharters.com
  • Softly Silk *
    416 Fourth Ave./ PO Box 2703
    Seward, AK 99664
    Phone: (907)224-6088
    Email: ssilk@ptialaska.net
    Web address: www.softlysilk.com

Fishing

  • Ace Charters & Tours
    PO Box 651
    Ninilchik, AK 99639
    Phone: (907)360-1297
    Email: freshair@alaska.net
    Web address: www.alyeskamarine.com
  • Admiral Halibut Charters
    11437 Echo St.-KP
    Eagle River, AK 99577
    Phone: (907) 694-4940
    Email: akfishin@ptialaska.net
    Web address: www.ptialaska.net/~akfishin
  • Aksala Alaska *
    PO Box 2581
    Seward, AK 99664
    Toll Free: 877-725-8222
    Phone: (907)224-5300
    Email: rissie@aksala-alaska.com
    Web address: www.aksala-alaska.com
  • Aurora Charters
    1302 C 4th Ave/ PO Box 241
    Seward, AK 99664
    Toll Free(888)586-8420
    Phone: (907)224-3968
    Email: sales@auroracharters.com
    Web address: www.auroracharters.com
  • Charter Option
    PO Box 3125
    Seward , AK 99664
    Phone: (907) 224-2606
    Toll Free: 800-224-2026
    Email: info@charteroption.com
    Web address: www.charteroption.com
    Charter Option is Seward’s #1 Activity Center . We offer world-class sightseeing, kayaking, sailing, salmon and halibut fishing! Call now and let us handle your travel needs while you’re visiting Seward!
  • Crackerjack Sportfishing
    PO Box 3125
    Seward , AK 99664
    Phone: (907) 224-2606
    Toll Free: 800-224-2606
    Web address: www.crackerjackcharters.com 
    Crackerjack Sportfishing is one of Alaska ’s top guide services. The best boats, equipment and 22 IGFA World records taken in 2004. We can provide you with the fishing experience of a lifetime. Day & Overnight trips!
  • Drift Alaska Charters
    P.O. Box 1486
    Seward , AK 99664
    Phone: (907)362-2379
    Email: gabe@driftalaskacharters.com
    Web address: www.driftalaskacharters.com
    Drift Alaska Charters is premium drift fishing on the world famous Kenai and Kasilof Rivers . We offer a variety of trips and provide transportation from Seward. Summer and winter trips are available.
  • Grey Eagle Charters, Inc.
    P.O. Box 2023
    Seward, AK 99664
    Phone: (907) 227-6983
    Phone: (907) 224-2382
    Web address: www.greyeaglecharters.com
  • Ninilchik Charters LLC
    PO Box 1627
    Soldotna, AK 99669
    Phone: (907) 260-7825
    Email: fish@ninilchik.com
    Web address: www.ninilchik.com
  • Puffin Fishing Charters
    1412 Fourth Avenue, #D
    (Holiday Inn Express Hotel)
    Seward, AK 99664
    Toll Free (800)978-3346
    Phone: (907)224-4653
    Email: puffincharters@gci.net
    Web address: www.puffincharters.com
    LET’S GO FISHING! Join one of Seward’s top charter companies for halibut, salmon, lingcod & rockfish. Fast boats custom-built with your comfort, safety & pleasure is our priority. Over 25 years experience!

  • Rod Busters Charters
    PO Box 405
    Clam Gulch, AK 99568
    Phone: (907) 262-9707
    Email: rodbusters.ak@att.net
    Web address: www.rodbusterscharters.com
  • Share Alaska Charters
    PMB 342/ 205 E. Dimond Blvd.
    Anchorage, AK 99515
    Toll Free(800)854-2196
    Phone: (907)223-7508
    Email: info@sharealaskacharters.com
    Web address: www.sharealaskacharters.com
    Fishing and sightseeing all in one trip! Daily departures from Seward, AK. May –September. Full day and/or half day trips for Salmon-Halibut-Lingcod-rockfish. Visit our websites for specials. Fish On!
  • Taylor Made Charters/ Raven Quest Cabins
    PO Box 1535
    Seward, AK 99664
    Phone: (907) 224-8417
    Email: nobleone@ak.net
    Web address: www.taylormadefishingcharters.com
  • The Fish House *
    P.O.Box 1209-KP
    Seward, AK 99664
    Toll Free: (800) 257-7760
    Phone: (907) 224-3674
    Web address: www.thefishhouse.net
    Established in 1974, THE FISH HOUSE is Seward's Premier fishing charter agency. With 45 vessels in Operation, you can fish for either halibut or silver Salmon. We book'em you hook'em! Call (800)257-7760

Shopping

  • Alaskan Antler Art *
    PO Box 464
    Seward, AK 99664
    Phone: (907)224-3048

Planning & Booking

Transportation, Services & Rentals

  • AK Timberwolf Tours & Limo *
    5441 Rabbit Creek Rd.
    Anchorage, AK 99516
    Phone: (907)344-WOLF (9653)
    Email: t-wolf@alaskatimberwolftours.com
    Web address: www.alaskatimberwolftours.com
    Travel Alaska in style, with the help of a knowledgeable Alaska Native tour guide. Luxury executive coaches, SUV limo & luxury limo van, and standard bus also available. Call for weekly specials/ group rates. Name your destination: Whittier, Seward, Girdwood, Kenai, Homer, Valdez, Fairbanks, Denali Park (and more)…
  • Alaska Marine Highway
    3132 Channel Drive
    Juneau, AK 99801
    Toll Free (800) 642-0066
    Web address: www.FerryAlaska.com
  • Alaska Park Connection Motorcoach
    P.O.Box 22-1011
    Anchorage, AK 99522
    Toll Free (800)208-0200
    Email: info@alaskatravel.com
    Web address: www.alaskatravel.com
    Daily deluxe motorcoach service between Seward, Anchorage and Denali. Our coaches feature comfortable seating, large picture windows and restrooms onboard. Tour highlights are presented along the way.
  • Go Purple Shuttle & Tours *
    PO Box 111036
    Anchorage, AK 99516
    Toll Free (877)477-6250
    Phone: (907)644-8098
    Email: reservations@gopurpleshuttle.com
    Web address: www.gopurpleshuttle.com
  • Homer Stage Line
    P.O. Box 1912
    Homer, AK 99603
    (907)235-2252 • (907)868-3914
    Email: hsl@xyz.net
    Web address: www.homerstageline.com
    Homer Stage Line offering scenic trips year-round to and from Anchorage & Cooper Landing, Soldotna, Kenai, Ninilchik & Homer to Seward all Summer.

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