Kenai Peninsula, AK

Travel Guide

Photo provided by Alaska Travel Industry Association / DeYoung
Seward featuring mountains, forests and a river or creek
Seward which includes snow
Seward featuring snow
Photo provided by Alaska Travel Industry Association / DeYoung

Hear the roar of cracking ice on a boat tour around glaciers and find beaches and mountain forests in the state parks of this vast region.

Visit the Kenai Peninsula to see snowy mountains reflected in the cool turquoise water of lakes. Embark on an adventure tour from one of the many operators for a thrilling time with impressive forces of nature. Explore charming historic towns and numerous state parks dotted around this area of spectacular natural landmarks.

Get a sense of local culture in one of the towns. Stop at SewardOpens in a new window for its bustling harbor, Seward Museum and Alaska SeaLife Center. From here, ride a boat through Resurrection Bay to get a closer look at the mesmerizing sites of Kenai Fjords National ParkOpens in a new window. Marvel at the size of the blue ice at Bear Glacier and Holgate Glacier. Head east for dog sled tours of Godwin Glacier.

Pitch a tent at a campsite to sleep under stars and hear only sounds of animal calls in remote areas.

Travel west to Tustumena Glacier beside its namesake lake. The area is known for game hunting and dog sledding. Further west is the quaint town of Homer, where you will find the Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center. Spot the many types of wildlife at this refuge for seabirds. Visit the Wynn Nature Center nearby for guided hikes of the forest to see wildflowers, moose and bears.

In the southwestern corner of the peninsula lies Kachemak Bay State Park, which is only accessible by boat or plane. See whales, black bears and sea otters in this wild land with no roads. The vast park has a remarkably diverse terrain. Climb coastal cliffs, relax on a sandy beach and trek through dense mountain forests.

The region encounters harsh winters full of snow and freezing temperatures. Summers are pleasant with cool winds, making for ideal picnic and hiking conditions.

The peninsula juts out from the southern part of Alaska between the Cook Inlet and the Gulf of Alaska. Start in Chugach State Park and head south. Seward is the southern terminus of the Alaska Railroad and Homer marks the end of the North American highway network.

Discover extraordinary wildlife and vegetation in Kenai Peninsula, a land of spectacular glaciers and fjords.

Where to stay in Kenai Peninsula

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Questa Woods

Though Questa Woods might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Seward Boat Harbor and Seward Waterfront Park.

Questa Woods
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Sunrise

While visiting Sunrise, you might make a stop by sights like Girdwood Park and Alyeska Ski Resort.

Sunrise
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Old Mill

5/5(3 area reviews)

While visiting Old Mill, you might make a stop by sights like Seward Boat Harbor and Seward Waterfront Park.

Old Mill
Breeze Inn

Breeze Inn

3 out of 5
303 North Harbor Drive, Seward, AK
The price is ¥25,190 per night from Sep 16 to Sep 17
¥25,190
¥27,961 total
Sep 16 - Sep 17
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Seward. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,020 reviews)
"Easy walk or call for pickup from the cruise ship. Very friendly accommodating staff with a nice option for stowing our luggage. It is a short walk to the train to Anchorage. Very basic accommodation after jumping off a very spoiled cruise ship."

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

Breeze Inn
Hotel Seward

Hotel Seward

2.5 out of 5
221 5th Ave, Seward, AK
Book a stay at this historic hotel in Seward. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free cruise terminal shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay in Seward."

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025

Hotel Seward
Seward Windsong Lodge

Seward Windsong Lodge

3 out of 5
31772 Herman Leirer Road, Seward, AK
The price is ¥27,650 per night from Sep 15 to Sep 16
¥27,650
¥31,361 total
Sep 15 - Sep 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Seward. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (450 reviews)
Wonderful!
"I had a wonderful experience during my stay. The room was as described and extremely clean. The lobby was beautiful with a cozy fireplace for the chilly/cloudy day I arrived. My only regret was that I only needed to stay one night. If I go back to Seward, I will definitely be booking it here ..."

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

Seward Windsong Lodge
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.
Glacier View Cabins

Glacier View Cabins

2 out of 5
59565 East End Road, Homer, AK
Stay at this property in Homer. Enjoy free parking and a picnic area. Popular attractions Wynn Nature Center and Homer Golf Course are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (332 reviews)
"Outside of town, nice to be away from all the hubbub but still close enough to resupply easily. Pack in and out essentially. Good kitchenette accomodations (plates, cookware, salt/pepper, coffee fixings). Great little place to get away. 2 small cons: Payment was required much sooner than check in, ..."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Glacier View Cabins
Midnight Sun Log Cabins

Midnight Sun Log Cabins

2 out of 5
Mile 28.9 - 34847 Seward HWY, Moose Pass, AK
Stay at this cabin in Moose Pass. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Grant Lake Trail and Upper Trail Lake are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (262 reviews)
"Great space for our family to stay"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

Midnight Sun Log Cabins
Hope Alaska's Bear Creek Lodge

Hope Alaska's Bear Creek Lodge

2.5 out of 5
19702 Hope Hwy, Hope, AK
Stay at this cabin in Hope. Enjoy free parking, a sauna, and a garden. Popular attractions Hope & Sunrise Museum and Hope - Sunrise Community Library are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (43 reviews)
Cute cabin vibe
"This place was really cute. It has a lot to offer with the lake the snore area. We really enjoyed it. Just note that the showers and bathrooms are not in the cabin."

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

Hope Alaska's Bear Creek Lodge
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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