Back Loop Travel Guide
Juneau


Visit Back Loop
Things to do

Mendenhall Glacier White-Water Rafting & Scenic Float Adventure

Juneau: Mendenhall Glacier Waterfall & Whale Watching Tour

Juneau Shore Excursion Pass 8 Self Guided Audio Tours Glacier

Downtown Juneau Mount Roberts Perseverance Trail Audio Guides

Mendenhall Glacier Waterfall and Whale Watching Tour
Top hotels in Back Loop

3BR with king beds near Auke Bay & Glacier
"The size and floor plan were perfect for my two active young grandchildren, 4 and 6. The kitchen and dining room table were great for family meals.The large washer and dryer held all the family’s dirty clothes after four days!We would definitely return!"
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

Baranof Downtown, BW Signature Collection

Aviator Suites Hotel Juneau Airport
"Great updated rooms with kitchenet. Staff was great beds were super comfortable. Bar/restaurant was convient but the breakfast is way over priced."
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

Super 8 by Wyndham Juneau
"No hot breakfast but lots of coffee And fruit bars."
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026

Travelodge by Wyndham Juneau
"Lodge is located near airport so very convenient! They have a 24hr shuttle to pick you up when you land and it also goes to town 3 times a day to Wyndham hotel 4 dropoff and pickup. They are part of Wyndham. Rooms were secure, warm and normal amenities fridge, tub/shower etc. Price is better than ..."
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2026

Waterfront on Glacier
"We knew when we booked the restaurant was under construction so that was not an issue. The room was large and spacious. The noise we read other reviews about was never an issue for us. Would stay again."
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026
Where to stay in Back Loop

Downtown Juneau
Downtown Juneau is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Juneau-Douglas City Museum and Alaska State Capitol while you're in town.

Mendenhall Valley
If you're spending some time in Mendenhall Valley, Alaska Powder Descents and Glacier Gardens Rainforest Adventure are top sights worth seeing.

Douglas
You'll enjoy the beaches and theatres in Douglas. You might want to make time for a stop at Perseverance Theatre or Gastineau Channel.

West Juneau
While West Juneau isn't home to many top sights, Juneau-Douglas City Museum and Alaska State Capitol are some notable places to visit nearby.

Salmon Creek
If you're spending some time in Salmon Creek, Twin Lakes and Gastineau Channel are top sights worth seeing.













