So I traveled to Alaska, thought I'd spenf the first night in Anchorage. Spenard came in highly recommended. Checked in no problem. Bedroom Ok, common area ok, kitchen ok but microwave was dis%gusting, the glass tray was missing. Went to bed to enjoy a night rest... you wish. At 5 am an a-h0%le who was staying in my room started... More

Great staff, friendly and efficient. Well run, homey and comfortable. I arrived very late (2am) and they had my bed made and waiting for me. The bed was comfortable and linens fresh. I enjoyed my time here and can easily recommend it.

This is the nicest hostel I've stay at in Anchorage. Spacious, clean, easy going staff. It's the closest hostel to the Airport, and can be reached by bus for $1.75, or a $7 cab ride. Also, it's closest to the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail. Conveniently, they rent bikes. I certainly enjoyed how friendly the staff was as well as the... More

I stayed here for a couple of nights in late June, then when I got back to Anchorage after a road trip, I thought I would try out the backpackers hostel downtown for variety. I wish I hadn't; I ended up staying in Spenard a couple more times - it is SO much nicer than the big downtown hostel, it... More

I just spent a night in room 102 . It was SO COLD all day and night in the room. In the common rooms people kept their coats on the eat, read and watch tv. At 4 am heat came on (just a tat) which put so much dry dust in the air I had to get up and get... More

after yearning to visit alaska, but hesitant due to cost and all that I wanted toi see, i finally made the journey. To simplify this awsome task, this is what I did. 1. I stayed at Spenard Hostel in anchorage for 2 days. From there I was able to walk to Gweenies Resturant for a good hardy breakfast that cost... More

Super great value for money, with the house staff so inviting and lovely. Bathrooms are convenient and easy, but most of all so clean and house keepers are seen regularly cleaning. The staff here care for this hostel like it is their home and the guests we encouraged were polite and friendly. Will return for sure!

I have been staying here for well over a decade, and on the occasions I have stayed at other hostels in Anchorage I have regretted it. This is the most homey hostel I think I have been to. The building itself is in a converted '70s duplex in a quiet neighborhood near the airport, with a large fenced yard in... More

Me and my friends are really not budget travelers. However,we were looking for a place close to the airport where we could get decent 'value for money' considering we arrive to Anchorage late evening and take a ride to the airport very early morning next day. We knew we come late and the email said: if arrival after 11pm you... More