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Puffin Inn provides a comfortable home away from home with 85 guest rooms committed to quality through constant renovations. This smoke-free property invites guests to enjoy the clean air of Alaska and offers pet-friendly accommodations for those traveling with companions. The inn is known as the Gateway to Alaska and provides easy access for day trips to Girdwood or the Kenai Peninsula. Guests enjoy a location close to everything, including downtown Anchorage dining and shopping.

Hotel General Features
The property stands out for its commitment to guest comfort in the heart of Anchorage. Guests enjoy a seamless travel experience with complimentary services and renovated facilities designed to enhance their stay. The hotel serves as a central hub for exploring local attractions such as the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail or nearby salmon fishing. It features a modern business center with computers and laundry access to support extended travels.

Room Specifications
Guest accommodations are designed with comfort in mind and feature air conditioning, free wireless Internet, and in-room coffee. All rooms are equipped with modern amenities such as pillowtop mattresses and flat panel HDTVs with free HBO. While the Deluxe building features interior corridors and an elevator, other sections offer convenient exterior entrances for gear transport or stair access only in the boutique annex.

Hotel Amenities/Facilities
The hotel provides a complimentary continental breakfast to fuel the day and a complimentary airport shuttle for seamless transportation to and from the terminal. Guests have access to an exercise center to stay active. While there is no on-site restaurant, the hotel is located in Anchorage, which is known for locally owned eateries and brewpubs. The property is pet-friendly and welcomes companions to join your Alaska adventure.

Rooms

Deluxe Room
Standard Room
Located in the three-story main building with elevator access and interior corridors, these large rooms feature pillowtop mattresses and 42-inch flat-panel HDTVs.

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