Kenai Peninsula

Travel Guide

Photo provided by Alaska Travel Industry Association / DeYoung
Seward showing mountains, forest scenes and a river or creek
Seward showing snow
Seward featuring snow
Photo provided by Alaska Travel Industry Association / DeYoung

Hear the roar of cracking ice on a boat tour around glaciers and find beaches and mountain forests in the state parks of this vast region.

Visit the Kenai Peninsula to see snowy mountains reflected in the cool turquoise water of lakes. Embark on an adventure tour from one of the many operators for a thrilling time with impressive forces of nature. Explore charming historic towns and numerous state parks dotted around this area of spectacular natural landmarks.

Get a sense of local culture in one of the towns. Stop at SewardOpens in a new window for its bustling harbor, Seward Museum and Alaska SeaLife Center. From here, ride a boat through Resurrection Bay to get a closer look at the mesmerizing sites of Kenai Fjords National ParkOpens in a new window. Marvel at the size of the blue ice at Bear Glacier and Holgate Glacier. Head east for dog sled tours of Godwin Glacier.

Pitch a tent at a campsite to sleep under stars and hear only sounds of animal calls in remote areas.

Travel west to Tustumena Glacier beside its namesake lake. The area is known for game hunting and dog sledding. Further west is the quaint town of Homer, where you will find the Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center. Spot the many types of wildlife at this refuge for seabirds. Visit the Wynn Nature Center nearby for guided hikes of the forest to see wildflowers, moose and bears.

In the southwestern corner of the peninsula lies Kachemak Bay State Park, which is only accessible by boat or plane. See whales, black bears and sea otters in this wild land with no roads. The vast park has a remarkably diverse terrain. Climb coastal cliffs, relax on a sandy beach and trek through dense mountain forests.

The region encounters harsh winters full of snow and freezing temperatures. Summers are pleasant with cool winds, making for ideal picnic and hiking conditions.

The peninsula juts out from the southern part of Alaska between the Cook Inlet and the Gulf of Alaska. Start in Chugach State Park and head south. Seward is the southern terminus of the Alaska Railroad and Homer marks the end of the North American highway network.

Discover extraordinary wildlife and vegetation in Kenai Peninsula, a land of spectacular glaciers and fjords.

Where to stay in Kenai Peninsula

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Questa Woods

Though Questa Woods might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Seward Boat Harbor and Seward Waterfront Park.

Questa Woods
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Sunrise

While visiting Sunrise, you might make a stop by sights like Girdwood Park and Alyeska Ski Resort.

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Old Mill

While visiting Old Mill, you might make a stop by sights like Seward Boat Harbor and Seward Waterfront Park.

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Breeze Inn

Breeze Inn

3 out of 5
303 North Harbor Drive, Seward, AK
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P17,391 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
P17,391
P19,304 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Seward. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Great restaurants around the hotel and the beautiful town of Seward was very walkable. Clean room, beautiful lobby and very nice staff!"

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Breeze Inn
Hotel Seward

Hotel Seward

2.5 out of 5
221 5th Ave, Seward, AK
The price is P16,809 per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
P16,809
P18,658 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this historic hotel in Seward. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free cruise terminal shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Clean, convenient to town"

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Hotel Seward
Seward Windsong Lodge

Seward Windsong Lodge

3 out of 5
31772 Herman Leirer Road, Seward, AK
The price is P17,353 per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
P17,353
P19,012 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Seward. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (422 reviews)
"Lovely hotel away from town. There is a free shuttle that goes into town from the hotel, but we didn’t use it. We upgraded to a suite, which had lots of space, jet tub, microwave, dining table and pull out sofa. Perfect for a stay with 2 teens who do not like sleep together. Would stay again"

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

Seward Windsong Lodge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Glacier View Cabins

Glacier View Cabins

2 out of 5
59565 East End Road, Homer, AK
Stay at this property in Homer. Enjoy free parking and a picnic area. Popular attractions Wynn Nature Center and Homer Golf Course are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (329 reviews)
"Large spacious cabin with kitchenette. Bed was comfortable. Good views outside and close to downtown area (if you have a car)."

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025

Glacier View Cabins
Midnight Sun Log Cabins

Midnight Sun Log Cabins

2 out of 5
Mile 28.9 - 34847 Seward HWY, Moose Pass, AK
Stay at this cabin in Moose Pass. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Grant Lake Trail and Upper Trail Lake are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (255 reviews)
"It was a nice cabin stay."

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Midnight Sun Log Cabins
Hope Alaska's Bear Creek Lodge

Hope Alaska's Bear Creek Lodge

2.5 out of 5
19702 Hope Hwy, Hope, AK
Stay at this cabin in Hope. Enjoy free parking, a sauna, and a garden. Popular attractions Hope & Sunrise Museum and Hope - Sunrise Community Library are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (40 reviews)
"What a lovely stay and small village to see in Alaska. Enjoyed our stay very much."

Reviewed on May 23, 2025

Hope Alaska's Bear Creek Lodge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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