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Marina Motel

2.0 star property

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BBQ/picnic area
BBQ/picnic area
Point of interest
Superior Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Room amenity
Deluxe Studio | Living area | Smart TV

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
$119
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2

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1603 Seward Highway, Seward, AK, 99664
  • Seward Boat Harbor
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Seward Waterfront Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Alaska SeaLife Center
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Studio | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Studio Suite, Microwave | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Studio Suite, Microwave

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Marina Motel

Seward motel steps from Seward Boat Harbor
This motel features concierge services, express check-out, and tour/ticket assistance. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a picnic area. Housekeeping is available on request.
Marina Motel offers 31 accommodations with complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. Smart televisions come with digital channels. This Seward motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on request and hair dryers can be requested.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Marina Motel features tour/ticket assistance, a picnic area, and concierge services. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. Onsite uncovered self parking is complimentary.

Marina Motel has designated areas for smoking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Marina Motel
Marina Motel Seward
Marina Seward
Marina Motel Motel
Marina Motel Seward
Marina Motel Motel Seward

Reviews

Marina Motel Reviews

6.8

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 553 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 180 out of 553 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 131 out of 553 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 79 out of 553 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 553 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

We had one of those days where if it could go wrong it did and Deanna at the Marina Motel saved the day. We called to confirm the reservation before we drove out there and after hearing about our day she not only confirmed the reservation, but when we got there she'd moved us into a bigger room. She went above and beyond to make the stay special for us and our kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Amber

Business traveler
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The staff was friendly. Bed was pretty comfortable and linens seemed clean and fresh. However, i think my room had black mold on the ceiling and needed a deep clean. A rack and hangers for hanging clothes would have been nice. I appreciated the retro microwave and mini fridge.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly & Clean

We stayed a few night to explore the Kenai Peninsula before embarking on our cruise. The front desk staff was VERY friendly and helpful. The property is dated but was clean and meet our needs. Coffee, tea, and hot cocoa were available in the lobby as well as a microwave. The rooms have small refrigerators with freezers. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Desiree

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
The hot water didnt always work. The beds are very uncomfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorinda, Rancho Mirage

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worst place to stay in Seaward with family

The location of this property is awesome, everything else is simply terrible. For the amount of money they charged, I expect beds with wheels. Its a small, dingy, unclean place. No Air con and the heat was in blast and there is no one to man it. I called the hotel number and somwone finLly answered only to sorry for this situation and they will.fix it the next day which didnt happen. Will expect a full refund.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff here could not have been any better! We took a train from Anchorage to Seward and arrived before our check-in time. The woman at the front desk work with the cleaning crew and we got in with very little wait time. The room was very clean. The cleaning crew did an amazing job. In the evening my daughter went to the front office fir some hot chocolate, but they were out. The front desk staff member said she'd run to the store, get some hot chocolate, knock on our door when she returned and would get us hot chocolate. Talk about going above and beyond, wow, thank you! When I tried to tip, she refused and said she loves her job and no need to tip. Again, wow, who turns down a tip in hotel business when going way above and beyond and says I love my job, no tip needed. This place has some of the BEST staff I've ever seen in the US. I'd know, I've been to 45 states and several countries. Thank you! Great service here, WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was as expected
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rachel

Traveled with pets
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was only by chance someone was there to initially check me in. The room was FREEZING, in the 50s. No way to adjust heat. I was given access to 3 plug in space heaters, none of which would work! I didn't bring sufficient clothes to deal with that kind of cold so I went back to get a refund. Posted office hours are 9am to 9pm. No one was at the desk. I continuously rung the bell, banged on the wall, yelled, and called both numbers and no one answered. I had to call my bank and put a stop payment on my card to avoid being charged. I left the hotel at approximately noon, I didn't get a call back from them until 7:36pm. I didn't bother calling them back. I have NEVER had a hotel experience as egregiously bad as that. Worst customer service I have ever experienced at a hotel. NO stars would be more appropriate than 1.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Russ

Business traveler, Traveled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was no staff to check in with. The property looks like a construction zone, with holes in the wall and the heat did not work. The TV did not work either. Would not recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Linda

Disliked: Staff & service
Over charged us and dont seem.willing to fix the problem! This has been going on since August! To the toon of over 600 dollars!!! I will continue to pursue the issue!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice cheap hotel, 5 minute walk to all the city of Seward has to offer. Free coffee, water, and tea available 24/7. Easy access to extra towels, toiletries, and an ice maker. Dirty lamp over the bed, didnt bother me but dirty nontheless
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Dale

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fine

The location is great, but it needs some upgrades. Totally fine for a night or two to rest your head.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Edward J.

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and comfortable, but needs a bit of repair.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Elaine

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The motel is ok for us for stay one night. It’s very close to the train station and the cruise port. The bathroom is very small, the floor is very dirty and all the room in general too. It’s look old and not well maintained. Don’t expect too much of that place. The only good thing is the location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Akshay

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Trudy

Traveled with partner
It was clean and affordable. It is an older motel but don’t let that discourage you. Clean rooms and the beds were okay. The staff however were great to offer assistance and resolve any problems. I would recommend this place. Close to the downtown if walking.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Richard

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was damaged witth holes in wall, Shelf holding tv up was coming off the wall, lights above bed were coming off the wall. Shower facuet was very lose and not caulked. large gaps in Front door framing. Fire and smoke detector not working and coming off the wall. Mold in window sill, and you had to sit sideways on the toilet to go.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Basic motel that is close to train station and the tour boats. Could use an update, towel rack and other fixtures were broken. Bathroom is super small. Overall the motel served its purpose for the night. Conviennent to the upper part of Seward and easy walk to downtown
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

IRVIN, mertztown

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bo

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
My husband and a friend stayed there for a fishing trip and they thought it was wonderful. Drove by at several times, but never stayed there. Will put that in our list of places to stay for the next time.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Felicia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Anthony

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Basically, this is a place to sleep. The room photos on the website are very deceptive. We were put up in a room around the back of the motel which was very inconvenient and dirty. You couldn't walk on the floor barefoot without felling the grit, the microwave was covered in dust and past occupants' fingerprints, one of the bed covers had cigarette burns in it. It just felt like it got cleaned whenever someone got around to it. The bathroom was OK, and there was hot water. We have stayed in some rather sketchy places in our travels around the world but this one takes the cake! Fortunately, we spent most of our two days in Seward away from the motel. For the owners: If you are going to put your customers in the back of the motel at least make the place presentable and secure. Everything in the room looks like it came from a yard sale.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024