Best hotels in Juneau
Four Points by Sheraton Juneau
51 Egan Drive, AK, 99801
Conveniently located in downtown Juneau, the Four Points hotel is the ideal base for exploring the local sights. Rest and recharge in one of the ample guest rooms and wake up to breathtaking mountain and ocean views outside your window. Hit the weights in the 24/7 fitness center then stop by the on-site bar and grill for some classic comfort food.
The Alaskan Hotel & Bar
167 South Franklin Street, AK, 99801
Juneau’s oldest operating hotel can be found in the heart of the historic district, close to the docks. Rustic rooms feature antique touches, such as four poster beds, wooden dressers and vintage lights, while the communal bar perfectly captures the building’s late-Victorian legacy.
Best Western Country Lane Inn
9300 Glacier Highway, AK, 99801
Enjoy easy access to Juneau International Airport and the Mendenhall Glacier with a stay at the Best Western Country Inn. Choose a comfy room or spacious suite and make the most of the hotel amenities, including room service, continental breakfast and access to the nearby fitness center.
Best restaurants in Juneau
The Hangar on the Wharf
2 Marine Way, AK, 99801
Built on the site of an original aircraft hangar, this Downtown eatery showcases the city’s heritage with its aviation-inspired decor and authentic Alaskan food. Soak up the sensational view of the waterfront as you enjoy homemade chowder, freshly caught halibut, slow-roasted prime rib and signature steamed clams.
Zerelda’s Bistro
9351 Glacier Highway, AK, 99801
Zerelda’s Bistro is an eclectic dining spot along the Glacier Highway. The wide-ranging menu features a fusion of flavors, from Vietnamese pho to Korean beef brisket. They also offer daily-made pastries and desserts like chocolate-orange cupcakes and key lime pie.
SALT
200 Seward Street, AK, 99801
Showcasing the very best of Juneau’s seasonal produce, SALT serves up a delicious feast of Alaskan delicacies. Order the prosciutto-wrapped scallops and Tracy’s king crab bisque, followed by a classic surf and turf of butcher’s cut steaks and grilled prawns, with a side of parmesan truffle fries.
Best attractions in Juneau
Mendenhall Glacier
6000 Glacier Spur Road, AK, 99801
Spend a day exploring the majestic 13-mile-long glacier in Mendenhall Valley. Start at the visitor center where you can discover how climate change has affected the area, then follow one of the rainforest trails past waterfalls, icebergs and salmon streams by the lake. It’s a truly memorable, one-of-a-kind experience.
Alaska State Museum
395 Whittier Street, AK, 99801
Visit the Alaska State Museum in central Juneau to learn about the state’s rich natural history. The museum showcases a collection of more than 32,000 artefacts, including fossils, shipwreck remains, Alaskan Eskimo baskets and artwork from Captain Cook’s exploration of Alaska.
Mount Roberts Tramway
490 South Franklin Street, AK, 99801
Ride the tram up to Roberts Peak for sensational views across the city. It only takes six minutes to reach the top, where you’ll find an authentic Alaskan restaurant, interactive nature center and 120-seat theater. Catch a film screening to learn about Alaska’s native Tlingit people, then embark on a scenic hike up to Gastineau Peak.