Hotel Captain Cook

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939 W 5th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501 | Edit hotel information »

Average ratings by Real Travelers

4.2 out of 5 based on 100 reviews from 4 sources
Clean: Rating of 4.4 out of 5
Service: Rating of 4.2 out of 5
Location: Rating of 4.9 out of 5
Value: Rating of 2.6 out of 5
Room: Rating of 4.2 out of 5

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  • "Very good hotel, probably the best in Anchorage, fun ambiance, good food and very good top-end resturant on top floor..." — source Expedia

    " How this hotel claims to be the best hotel in Anchorage and how it got a 4- or 5-star rating on Expedia is one of the great mysteries of the 21st century..." — source Expedia

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  • Overall: Rating of 4.2 out of 5

    "Very good hotel, probably the best in Anchorage, fun ambiance, good food and very good top-end resturant on top floor..." source Expedia 2009/10/11

    " How this hotel claims to be the best hotel in Anchorage and how it got a 4- or 5-star rating on Expedia is one of the great mysteries of the 21st century..." source Expedia 2008/08/29

    "Hotel is a charming place." source Expedia 2008/08/13

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  • Clean: Rating of 4.4 out of 5

    "Very comfortable and clean." source Expedia 2009/08/05

    "The desk staff and room were fine, good service, attractive and clean." source Expedia 2009/07/21

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  • Service: Rating of 4.2 out of 5

    " Hotel staff was polite an apologetic, but I wanted to get checked in so I could relax and start to enjoy the city." source Expedia 2009/07/01

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  • Location: Rating of 4.9 out of 5

    "Expedia refers this formal, prestigious, long-time well-known hotel at its great convenient location with very walk distance for tours/tours service - this is very helpful to first-time visitor and for a safe hotel and neighborhood." source Expedia 2010/06/21

    "The location of this hotel is ideal for someone who wants to be within walking distance to the sights, shopping , restaurants, etc." source Expedia 2009/06/25

    " You can eat at Simon and Seaforts (very close) or the Brewhouse (the peanut butter pie is moujthwatering!) or Orso (bring your best pair of Carharts)- also very close by walking." source Expedia 2009/01/01

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  • Room: Rating of 4.2 out of 5

    " It’s still a cozy place to stay, but as an Alaskan, it’s kind of ridiculous that this is the best our amazing state has to offer." source Expedia 2008/04/09

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More information on Hotel Captain Cook

Comprising three towers, Hotel Captain Cook is located approximately three blocks east of the scenic Tony Knowles Coastal Trail along Cook Inlet and six miles from Anchorage International Airport. This location is also three blocks west of the convention center, four blocks from the 5th Avenue Mall, six blocks from the Anchorage Saturday Market, eight blocks from the Anchorage Museum of History and Art, one mile from the Alaska Railroad, five miles from Lake Hood, and 11 miles from Flat Top Mountain/Chugach State Park. The hotel is owned by the family of Walter Hickel, former governor of Alaska and US Secretary of the Interior. Hotel amenities include the Captain Cook Athletic Club & Spa (with swimming pool, sauna, racquetball court, and massage treatments), beauty salon, 24-hour business center, and 14 lobby shops (including clothing, jewelry, and art). Crow's Nest Restaurant, on the 20th floor, offers views of the city, mountains, and Cook Inlet, as well as sophisticated New American cuisine. Guests may also dine at Fletcher's (with seafood and Italian fare), Whale's Tail (with specialty coffees and pastries), and the Pantry (a casual cafe). Room service is available 24 hours. All rooms feature premium linens, feather duvets, wooden headboards, Gilchrist & Soames toiletries from London, bathrobes, hairdryers, irons and ironing boards, complimentary wireless Internet access, TV Internet access, multi-line phones, voicemail, evening turndown service, mini-fridges, satellite TV, and in-room movies and video games.

Details for Hotel Captain Cook:

  • Check-in Time:

    3:00 PM
  • Check-out Time:

    12:00 PM
  • Year Renovated:

    1995
  • Total Rooms:

    547
  • Total Floors:

    20
  • Rooms:

    Accommodations:547 guestrooms including 96 suites, each with complimentary WiFi access, robes, full-length mirrors and luxury linens. All guestrooms and suites command majestic and panoramic views of the Cook Inlet or Chugach Mountains.
  • Price:

    High season $245-$255 double; $260-$1,500 suite. Low season $145-$155 double; $160-$1,500 suite. Extra person $20, Very Expensive
  • Credit Cards Accepted

    AE, DISC, MC, V
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  • Directions

    City
  • Area

    4th Ave. and K St
  • Dining

    DiningOptions include award winning fine dining at "Crow's Nest," "Fletcher's" English Pub serving Italian Cuisine, "The Pantry" casual dining, "Whale's Tail" gourmet coffee, wine, and martini bar with light fare.
  • Attractions

    Anchorage Museum 6 Blocks Egan Convention Center 3 Blocks Downtown 5th Avenue Mall 4 Blocks Tony Knowles Coastal Trail 2 Blocks Sullivan Arena 3 Miles / 5 Kilometers Earthquake Park 3 Miles / 5 Kilometers Anchorage Center for the Performing Arts 3 Blocks

Amenities include:

  •   Valet parking
  •   Sauna
  •   Tv
  •   Safe deposit box
  •   Room service
  •   Restaurant
  •   Pool
  •   Laundry
  •   Internet
  •   Indoor pool
  •   Handicap accessible
  •   Fitness center
  •   Concierge
  •   Business center
  •   Hour front desk