"I pretty much knew what I was getting when I booked my stay its an old hotel and they try there best to keep it up but it obviously needs some major stabilization efforts as it is clearly not level anymore."
"Hotels in Juneau are very expensive during the summer. The owners exploit the tourists and Alaska residents who must travel through Juneau pay the price."
"Under renovation, this property still needs a good amount of work. No hotel laundry room for guests. I paid extra for a "premium" room with washer/dryer and full kitchen. Rooms on the 100 level are motel style, not connected to the lobby and gym. Rooms had nice view of the water, but we were also next to a construction dumpster. Washer and dryer are small, and dryer takes forever to work. So don't expect to get a whole lot of laundry accomplished. Full kitchen with fridge, microwave, and stove. Had plates, cups, and pans, but I had to ask for silverware. No cooking utensils at all. Room also noisy, as it's next to Glacier Highway. No breakfast, just green tea and a bit of coffee and creamer. There used to be a hotel restaurant, but it's also under renovation. I found chunks of plaster in the room and in their hotel gym. Could have done a better job cleaning. This hotel had so much potential and great reviews online. I wanted to like it, but it was definitely overpriced for what I received."
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for fun things to do. You'll find local tours and other activities to enjoy, and the glaciers create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget-friendly prices and a social setting.
What are the best hostels in Juneau?
Need some guidance on where to stay in Juneau? This hostel is popular: Juneau Hostel - Property features include free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. You'll find towels, showers and bed sheets in all rooms.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Juneau?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 11°C, while the coldest months are February and December, with an average of -5°C. The snowiest months in Juneau are January, February, December and November, with each month seeing an average of 72 cm of snowfall.
What is there to see and do in Juneau?
Depending on what you're interested in, you might appreciate these things around Juneau. Get out into nature with places such as Mendenhall Ice Caves, Nugget Falls and Auke Bay. Cultural attractions include Juneau-Douglas City Museum, Juneau Arts and Humanities Council and Last Chance Mining Museum. Visit landmarks such as Alaska Governor's Mansion, Alaska State Capitol and Sentinel Island Lighthouse.
What's the best way to get to and around Juneau while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Juneau in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Juneau, AK (JNU-Juneau Intl.), 7.1 mi (11.5 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is Excursion Inlet, AK (EXI), which is 37.8 mi (60.8 km) away.