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Gakona Lodge

2.5 star property
Gakona beachfront lodge with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Gakona Lodge brings a touch of rustic charm to the riverside with its cozy firepit and lively concerts. Enjoy dinner at Carriage House Restaurant, challenge friends to a game of pool or karaoke, and connect with in-room WiFi. The helpful staff has made lasting impressions on previous guests.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Nightclub
  • Meeting rooms
  • Communal living room
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Conference space
  • Gift shops/newsstands
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Playground on site
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Free self parking
  • Children's games

Room options

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Cabin, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cabin, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Cabin, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Daily housekeeping
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Cabin, 3 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cabin, 3 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Daily housekeeping
Children's books
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Daily housekeeping
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 6 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 13 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 9 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom, River View

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 7 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 7 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom, Resort View | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom, Resort View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 9 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom, River View

1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom, River View

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 14 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Shared Bathroom, Mountain View

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Shared Bathroom, Mountain View | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Shared Bathroom, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
Mile 2 Tok Cutoff, Gakona, AK, 99586

What's nearby

  • Dry Creek State Recreation Site - 17 min drive - 24.7 km
  • Wrangell‐St. Elias National Park Visitor Center - 34 min drive - 49.0 km
  • Chapel on the Hill - 41 min drive - 59.2 km
  • Chistochina River Trailhead - 57 min drive - 67.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Trapper's Den Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • Carriage House Dining Room
  • ‪Carriage House Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jeannies Java - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Meiers Lake Roadhouses - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Gakona Lodge

A great choice for a stay in Gakona, Gakona Lodge features a nightclub. The bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Carriage House Restaurant, which serves American cuisine and is open for dinner. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 16 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Carriage House Restaurant or Trappers Den Tavern next door to Main Lodge]
    • If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free, per registered adult, when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Playground
  • Children's games

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Karaoke
  • Pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space (1200 square feet)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Bike cleaning

Facilities

  • Built in 1904
  • Picnic area
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Nightclub
  • Reception hall
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Special features

Dining

Carriage House Restaurant - This family restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner only.
Trappers Den Travern - This bar specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner only. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between September 3 and May 31.

Parking

  • RV/bus/truck parking is available for an extra charge

Policies

Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Gakona Lodge
Gakona Lodge Lodge
Gakona Lodge Gakona
Gakona Lodge Lodge Gakona

Frequently asked questions

Is Gakona Lodge currently open?

The property is closed between September 3 and May 31.

Does Gakona Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Gakona Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Gakona Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Gakona Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Gakona Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Gakona Lodge and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, fishing, and hiking. Enjoy amenities like a nightclub and a picnic area.

Are there restaurants at or near Gakona Lodge?

Yes, Carriage House Restaurant offers American cuisine.

What's the area around Gakona Lodge like?

Gakona Lodge is located by the river. Popular attractions include Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, which is 11 minutes away by car.

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Gakona Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Service staff
Room
Bar
Cabin
Restaurant
River
History
Bathroom
Food
Shower

What guests liked

  • The restaurant and bar offered decent food and drinks at a reasonable price and prepared wonderful meals. (4 reviews)
  • Breakfast was a pleasant surprise with good options including bread, orange juice, cereals, yogurt, and coffee. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

6/10 Good

Good staff and good surroundings
Mohammad, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

You need to carry luggage upstairs and a shared shower and bathroom with other guest it’s rustic
Gary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is an excellent property with a restaurant and Bar.
Stephen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love the history and location near amazing sights and right on the river with stunning views of Wrangle Mountains
Patrick, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This adorable lodge had very comfortable beds and provided a fan to put in the window so that we could sleep cool, the way we like. The restaurant and the bar are both right next door, easy walking distance. It is private but also right on the way from Wrangell St Elias national Park. The surroundings are beautiful (there is a stunning view from one of the bathrooms) and we had a great time chatting with fellow travelers and local residents alike. They thought of everything, and even provided a hot breakfast with eggs sausage and muffins.
What you can see while you are pooping.
Sheila, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Was certainly not what was advertised. Very run down and dated.
Jammie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The owner was very welcoming and hospitable. A rustic lodge with lots of character and very comfortable. The area is just beautiful!!
Susan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect for Alaska Cabin experience- nice service and cooperative team.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed in tent camp. Amazing wilderness location and experience. Great staff support from Zack.
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

great
James, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

The historic aspect was great but the weather stripping on the door was loose and we had constant mosquitos in the cabin.
kathryn, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

I think you need to understand the history of the lodge before you stay there. My room was in the first floor and the only room with a private bath. I could hear every word the staff was saying outside my room and the room above me I could hear every snore.
Carol, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

The area is very poorly maintained and the cabin condition was a bit below average.
Souvik, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The cabin was nice - it was clean, the bathroom as good, and the cabin was decorated nicely. We had to eat in the bar as the restaurant wasn’t open yet. The bar is in touch shape and the food wasn’t the best. Was told by the son that the property was sold so maybe some improvements will be made. The river is right behind of the property.
Russell, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It is a great piece of history. They are adding two new cabins. We stayed in the three bedroom cabin. This is a rustic type of lodging. It not 5th wheel lodging but it better than tent camping. The new owners are trying their hardest. We were there about a week before “summer season”. Food was available but limited. Playground across the street. Michelle and Wayne are very kind and very hard workers! We wish them well!!
Katherine, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good stay

Simple old cabin with private bathroom. Not a table. Wifi didn't work, ATT cell coverage. Small fridge and coffee machine, no microwave. Bar opens at 5:30pm, Diner at 6pm. Nothing around this place. Good shower, comfy beds, quiet at night, not much noise from the road. Convenient Breakfast: bread, orange juice, apples, cereals, yogurt and coffee. Superb sweet and friendly host.
Breakfast room
Breakfast
Antonio, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I arrived at midnight with a car starting problem. Rebecca met me outside with a trickle charger for my battery. She also awoke her husband, I disagreed on that; to help me with the charger. My room was clean, new sheets and the bathrooms were very clean. Everything I needed was immediately attended too. AWESOME service. I would definitely stay there again and would highly recommend staying there.
richard, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Would not recommend, it is more of a bed and breakfast than a lodge..double booked all the rooms and tried to put me in a dirty back room with only a mattress and an old couch. The only window was broken out and had a garbage bag covering it. It truly felt like I was at shrute farms from the office. They were nice but it was unbelievable. Dont recommend
Shane, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

I found the location and the structures to be extremely charming. It was cool to stay in an older log home at this Alaska-historic roadhouse. It seems like a fun community space as well as a cozy stop along the highway. There's a bar and a small restaurant next door to the main lodge/cabins that offer decent food and drinks for the price. Whether you're headed off for fishing, camping, or just need somewhere to stay the night in your travels it's a fun little spot to hit along the road. There isn't much negative to say about it. When we stayed it had recently been purchased by new owners who were still getting the hang of things, so things seemed a little hectic in terms of the food service and the internet connection needing some troubleshooting, but these were pretty negligible for me and I'm sure they'll all be hammered out with time. Overall a solid experience for us, and I'd definitely recommend it to someone who's traveling through the area looking for a reasonably priced spot.
Max, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jan, Rebecca (owner), and Aiden (owner’s son) are amazing people. At first, I wasn’t expecting much from the place but everyone that works there is so incredibly helpful and accommodating that I had a wonderful experience. I had a flat tire coming into the lodge and they immediately did everything they could to help me. Aiden, was able to patch up my tire (his first time doing it) and was able to drive my friends wedding then back to Anchorage afterwards ( 200 miles and 4 hour drive) with no problem. I was able to drive an additional 200 miles after getting back taking my rental all over the place including driving on gravel and mud with no problem. I would absolutely stay with them again if ever get the chance!
Angelo, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice comfortable location

The lodge was a 1 night stay in route to another location for us. It was clean, comfortable and the scenery very nice.
Muriel, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Contraint à changer de chambre

La chambre 10 initialement réservée dans le bâtiment historique classé etait envahie comme la maison de fortes odeurs de mazout utilisé pour le chauffage via les bouches au sol. Impossible de rester dormir dans ces odeurs de mazout. Alors on a payé un supplément pour avoir un chalet très sympathique dans lequel le wifi n’a jamais fonctionné. Il fallait aller soit dans le bâtiment historique ou le bar dans un des autres chalets pour avoir du wifi.
Jean Claude, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service and people. The age and history of the lodge is remarkable. The kitchen prepareds wonderful meals and very proud to do so. I would highly recommend the Gokona Lodge to all looking for a quiet out of the way place.
Jim, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Limited options in this area. We knew when we booked this that it was in a rural area and was very rustic. We had the 3 bedroom cabin which had a kitchen sink, mini fridge and microwave, 1 bathroom with a shower stall. The bedrooms were small- 1 had a wooden door, the other 2 just curtains in the doorways for privacy. No TV but a couple board games provided. Limited access to electrical outlets and we were unable to connect to the wifi. A hot breakfast was provided which was unexpected but very good. There is a bar and separate restaurant on site. The one night the restaurant was tied up with a community event so we drove about 20 min to a nearby town to eat. The next night, the restaurant was closed but food was served in the bar and our meals were good. Overall a decent stay- we enjoyed the peace and quiet as well as visiting with the staff, other guests and local folks.
Heidi, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Ni e sitting area porch off the room
Wayne, 1-night trip