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Reviews of Gakona Lodge This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

Mile 2 Tok Cutoff, Gakona, AK 99586, United States

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Review Score

Based on 58 hotel reviews

8.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.7

  • Comfort

    8.4

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    8.0

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free Wifi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: August 24, 2025

    9.0
    Great place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nice place , rustic but functional . The restaurant is excellent . Great ambiance. Staff is very friendly and professional. Clean room, Beds very confortable. Bath mats will be a plus. At the breakfast, the pancakes, the coffee, the scramble eggs were great .

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: July 31, 2025

    8.0
    Nice stay at a very rustic setting
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Really old, which is cool for the exterior. The inside of the cabins (only saw #2 and room 10) really need to be upgraded to give a modern, welcoming feel.

    Very friendly staff. Bar and restaurant on-site. Included breakfast was convenient and good.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 20, 2025

    9.0
    Comfy and clean!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    In the middle of nowhere can you actually complain?

    Comfortable beds and clean.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: August 26, 2024

    8.0
    This is a very nice place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    The historic bed frame on the double bed is great for the decor. However, it does not support the mattress very well. Perhaps you could build a platform under it for more support. Keep the charm, but also provide for more comfortable sleeping. Also, your big sign out front is hard to read, it could use repainting.

    The setting, with the river running by so close, is so picturesque. We took many photos. Our dinner at the restaurant was very good. The historic decor provided a lot of charm, so perfect with the setting.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 24, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The people and beer

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 11, 2024

    7.0
    Alaskan experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Room 10 could use better lighting. The old cabin 2 and 3 were really not equipped for modern usage. Missing working furniture, lamp, and such. Doors did not open or close fully. Cabin 5 was new and still a work in progress. Needs a key to lock personal belongings. Considering new owners hoping for more upgrades to the lodging!

    The rustic charm. The new cabin. The owners. Dining hall and food was great. Accommodations

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: July 29, 2024

    9.0
    A quiet and peaceful stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    The portable heaters in the bedrooms are not working. The scramble eggs for breakfast by the chef were not properly cooked.

    A peaceful quiet location near the river.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 17, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Large Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The beds were a little too soft for me personally. Otherwise it was an awesome place to stay.

    Excellent breakfast!

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 8, 2024

    9.0
    A lodge (Roadhouse) worth experiencing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing. I guess maybe we couldn't find a hair dryer. No big deal. They did say that rumors from way back when was that our room might be haunted.....nope. still got a good night's sleep.

    Everything. These folks were really nice. This place is rustic and so much character. There is the lodge, a separate restaurant, and separate bar. This place is a diamond in the rough. Great place to stay...and chat with the owners if you like.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: September 28, 2023

    7.0
    Restaurant advertised as open online. Was closed so we ate at the bar. Not much selection.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Large Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Bathroom sink was filled with toothpaste from former guests.

    Breakfast was adequate. Nothing special.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 1, 2023

    7.0
    Very special historical lodge
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Large Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Upgrade the beds

    Breakfast is ok. Location is quite.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 29, 2023

    8.0
    Very high price !!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Very basic breakfast...

    Authentic log cabin.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 2, 2023

    9.0
    It was a very relaxing stay. Would definitely recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast could have a few more options

    The lodge is very comfortable and cozy. It was like spending the night at grandma’s house.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 9, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Restaurant was closed.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 2, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Cabin was quaint. Everything was supplied. Staff where very helpful.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 30, 2023

    8.0
    Historic place
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nice place out of the way.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 15, 2023

    9.0
    Quaint, quiet, good book have a beer place.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Large Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Liked it all but people need to know it has no TV and it's more of a quiet retreat environment that some may want more entertainment. The bar could give that but overall it was a nice get away.

    Good selection of breakfast items. Quaint environment. Bar for food and drinks was inviting. History of the lodge made it very interesting. Has a Yellowstone type rooms. No TV. Quiet environment on rooms. Family owned and has a homey feel.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: September 5, 2022

    8.0
    Very nice place
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very nice place

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: August 29, 2022

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The breakfast was fine. It is located in a separate building near our lodging.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: August 3, 2025

    10
    The Gakona Lodge is the place to stay for your unique Alaskan adventure.
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Loved this historic roadhouse! It has so much character! The place was super clean. Also loved the breakfast . The tavern and live music was a real bonus!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 3, 2025

    2.0
    Go to this place if you don’t mind cigarette smell
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Large Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It didn’t smell bad, it reeked! Like the place had not been cleaned in years! The bedroom was dirty. The sheets seemed fine. The bathrooms were clean.

    There was a restaurant and bar. The bar tender was nice

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: July 21, 2025

    10
    Loved the ambiance. And great service
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Cool historic place. Great service. Great people. Great bar and restaurant. Perfect Combination of lodging and vibe. Loved it.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 16, 2025

    10
    Exceptional lodging and meals and Great people.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Far exceeded my expectations. Best lodging during my trip to Alaska. Excellent amenities. Comfortable and clean room. Very friendly people. Fantastic food and service. I highly recommend !

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 1, 2025

    4.0
    Potential
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was the first night of their season and they weren’t totally prepared. The electricity was not on when we came. The restaurant and bar were not stocked so drinks were okay and the meal was less than desireable. Great potential for the property but it was not at its best for our stay.

    It was a good location for us.

    Stayed in June 2025

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