Title: Van Gilder Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Van Gilder Hotel Victorian hotel in Seward with free parking ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/858400/858316/43ada28f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/858400/858316/cdf1c592.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/858400/858316/9d5f2a91.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/858400/858316/3fe7996c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/858400/858316/883aefaa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Van Gilder Hotel blends historic charm with modern amenities in the city center. Guests can enjoy the on-site art gallery, shop at the nearby mall, or relax in the library. Free WiFi, self-parking, and an area shuttle make exploring easy. 6.2 ## Popular amenities - Housekeeping - Free WiFi - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 14 - Oct 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=858316&PinnedHotelID=858316&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=858316&PinnedHotelID=858316&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 15 - Oct 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=858316&PinnedHotelID=858316&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=858316&PinnedHotelID=858316&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=858316&PinnedHotelID=858316&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=858316&PinnedHotelID=858316&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=858316&PinnedHotelID=858316&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=858316&PinnedHotelID=858316&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 8 of 8 rooms ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/858400/858316/e6538def.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 2 Bedrooms ### Highlights Heating 2 bedrooms Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/858400/858316/b0f81b61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed ### Highlights Heating Separate bedroom Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Room | Bathroom sink](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/858400/858316/d7fa88a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room ### Highlights Heating Separate bedroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/858400/858316/c4e35909.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### One Queen & 1 Twin ### Highlights Heating Separate bedroom Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed ![2 Full Beds | Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/858400/858316/8b7a6200.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 2 Full Beds ### Highlights Heating Separate bedroom Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/858400/858316/1fdfffbb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Annex 1 Queen Bed ### Highlights Heating Separate bedroom Daily housekeeping Located in an annex building - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/858400/858316/c4e35909.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Apartment Annex ### Highlights Heating Separate bedroom Private bathroom Daily housekeeping Located in an annex building - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### Classic Double Room ### Highlights Heating Separate bedroom Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSeward-Hotels-Van-Gilder-Hotel.h858316.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSeward-Hotels-Van-Gilder-Hotel.h858316.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C60.10296%2C-149.44116&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=zwsBY_nrrpPNC1kiGS3dffA3iU0=) 308 Adams Street, Seward, AK, 99664 #### What's nearby - Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Seward Waterfront Park - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles - Alaska SeaLife Center - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles - Seward Boat Harbor - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile - Lowell Point State Recreation Site - 9 min drive - 2.8 miles #### Getting around - Kenai, AK (ENA-Kenai Municipal) - 139 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Breeze Inn Restaurant - ‬2 min drive - ‪Firebrand BBQ - ‬16 min walk - ‪Ray's Waterfront - ‬2 min drive - ‪Highliner Restaurant - ‬1 min walk - ‪The Cookery - ‬3 min walk ## About this property ### Van Gilder Hotel Historic hotel in the city centre Consider a stay at Van Gilder Hotel and take advantage of an art gallery on-site, a shopping centre on-site and a library. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Free self-parking - A free local area shuttle, express check-out and concierge services - Luggage storage and tour/ticket information - Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff Room features All guest rooms at Van Gilder Hotel offer amenities, such as free WiFi. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Showers and free toiletries - Heating and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3006800/3006789/5f94fd16.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Breeze Inn Seward - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.2 Very good 1,006 reviews £107 includes taxes & fees 15 Oct - 16 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=3006789&PinnedHotelID=3006789&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Executive Double Queen | 3 bedrooms, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8700/8605/b27552ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Seward Seward - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Business services 8.2 Very good 1,008 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=8605&PinnedHotelID=8605&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/210000/205800/205705/bb1794be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Edgewater Seward - 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Luggage storage - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - In the mountains ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - 3 floors - Built in 1916 - Designated smoking areas - Victorian architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer (on request) - Shower - Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request) - Towels provided ### More - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Renovations and closures The property is closed between 10 September and 14 May. ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include a smoke detector If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as Van Gilder Van Gilder Hotel Van Gilder Hotel Seward Van Gilder Seward Van Gilder Hotel Hotel Van Gilder Hotel Seward Van Gilder Hotel Hotel Seward ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Van Gilder Hotel pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at Van Gilder Hotel? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Van Gilder Hotel? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Van Gilder Hotel? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Van Gilder Hotel located? > Located in the heart of Seward, this historic hotel is steps away from Chugach Heritage Center and Seward Community Library & Museum. Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center and Alaska SeaLife Center are also within 5 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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