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Puffin Inn

2.0 of 5
4400 Spenard Road, Anchorage, AK 99517
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Houston, Texas
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

We booked this hotel for 3 reasons: price, free airport shuttle, and free breakfast. Totally worth it! It's not the most upscale place, but it was very clean. Room was small (we were in the main building), but it had a bed, bathroom, fridge, microwave, and tv. Airport shuttle showed up minutes after calling. The breakfast was great for a... More

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Valdez, Alaska
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013 via mobile

Decent place, good local winter rates, near airport. Big rooms, secret is to ask for a room in the new wing. Not sure if they've updated old section, haven't stayed in the old wing for years. Walking distance to millennium hotel, I like their bat and restaurant.

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PuffinManager, Manager at Puffin Inn, responded to this review
14 May 2013

Thank you for the kind words. We always like to get reviews from folks who have stayed with us multiple times. The Deluxe building (new wing) does indeed house our newest, largest and most comfortable rooms. Just to let you know, the original section rooms will be getting new pillow top mattresses and new carpet this week. So while they... More

Pennsylvania
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

I was a little hesitant to book this hotel based on some of the negative reviews I had read. I am glad I chose to ignore them. We had a "moderate" room which was located in the "motel" side of the hotel. The room was extremely clean and well-kept. This is something I will not comprise on. The shuttle service... More

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North Pole, Alaska
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2013

I love the Puffin Inn. We were in the Jacuzzi suite and it was lovely. My hubby and I had our own room in the suite and the two little guys slept on the pullout sofa bed in the living room area. It was super clean, friendly, and the neighborhood was pleasant. People who are writing bad reviews got what... More

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PuffinManager, Manager at Puffin Inn, responded to this review
19 March 2013

Thank you so much for your kind review. I am glad that you enjoyed your stay at the Puffin Inn. We hope to see you again in the future. More

Anchorage, Alaska
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2013

The shuttle came to pick me up at the airport almost immediately! Fast wifi without any problems. Located near downtown. Took a 10 minute bus ride downtown, which was very scenic. The faculty was great, friendly, and helpful. At first I was nervous being a woman traveling alone and being over 2000 miles away from anyone I knew, but the... More

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2013

Im really not a fussy person but i wont ever stay here again. The bedsheets had red stains on them, which i think was blood. Very disgusting. There was also hair on the besheets so i know that these hadnt been washed. Customers have to call for the shuttle bus to come to the airport, which you dont advise your... More

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PuffinManager, Manager at Puffin Inn, responded to this review
19 March 2013

I am so sorry that you had such a disappointing time at our property. There are several specifics that I would like to address within your review. First - the shuttle bus. Unfortunately, per airport regulations, we are not allowed to sit and wait at the airport itself. We can, therefore, only come out to pick folks up when called.... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2013

I needed a last-minute, cheap place to stay, and I learned that you get what you pay for. My room was in a separate building from the lobby, on the lower level, and was cramped and instilled a sense of claustrophobia. Carpet was stained and soiled in many places, marks and small holes in the walls, hair on the bed,... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 February 2013

My colleague found this place because it was very cheap but had all the amenities we require; wifi, a small gym, breakfast provided. Neither of us were disapointed. The room is nice with great facilities such as a stove, fridge and coffee making essentials. The beds and pillows are incredibly soft and luxurious. The location is fairly good, being a... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 February 2013

Our flight was so late coming into Anchorage. 6 hours late. We had to catch a flight, early the next morning, so we chose this hotel. The shuttle driver was prompt on picking us up. Our room was in the main building. The room had 2 queen size beds and was very large. We were so tired we went right... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 December 2012

Went up to celebrate some friends 30 year anniversary, and needed some sleeping accommodations and they suggested the Puffin inn. Great choice, front desk staff were very friendly and accommodating. Rooms were spacious and the bathroom showers had ceramic tile that had the Alaskan Puffin birds on them, very cool

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Also Known As:
Puffin Hotel Anchorage
Puffin Hotel
Puffin Inn Anchorage, Alaska
Address: 4400 Spenard Road, Anchorage, AK 99517
Region: United States > Alaska > Anchorage
Amenities:
Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Shuttle Bus service Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #32 of 69 hotels in Anchorage
Price range (per night): $98 - $210
Hotel Class:2 star (2*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Whether your vacation brings you to Anchorage for one night or many, Puffin Inn offers convenient access to area attractions such as Chugach State Park, the Seward Highway and the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail. Our hotel is also minutes from metropolitan entertainment in downtown Anchorage and a short drive to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport.Puffin Inn offers special conveniences to enhance your stay. We offer free shuttle service to and from the airport, a business center, an exercise room, laundry facilities and pet-friendly accommodations. Guests also enjoy a complimentary breakfast served daily in our lobby breakfast area. Internet access is available throughout the hotel.Rest assured that you will have a relaxing guest experience at an affordable rate when you choose our convenient lodging. Puffin Inn offers a variety of lodging options suitable for any traveler. Our lodge has 85 guest rooms and suites separated into 4 room styles: Deluxe, Moderate, Boutique and Original. ... more   less 
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