Hotel class: 3-star
Address: 236 W Rezanof Drive, Kodiak, AK 99615, United States
Nearest airport: Kodiak Airport — ADQ
Airport distance: Approximately 6 miles
Airport shuttle: Complimentary scheduled shuttle
Shuttle hours: Approximately 5:00 AM–8:30 PM
Parking: Free
Number of rooms: Approximately 80

Best Western Kodiak Inn is a full-service harborfront hotel overlooking St. Paul Harbor in downtown Kodiak. The property combines complimentary hot breakfast, an on-site restaurant and lounge, free Wi-Fi, free parking, airport and ferry transportation, a fitness center, guest laundry, business facilities and specialized fish-and-game storage.

Its downtown location is a major advantage over airport-area accommodation. Guests can walk to restaurants, shops, the Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, museums and the waterfront while still having complimentary transportation to Kodiak Airport.

Guest Experience

Overall Average Guest Rating: 8.0/10 (4.0/5)

Guest feedback is generally positive, with location, staff service and cleanliness among the property's strongest areas.

Guests particularly praise the staff, breakfast, harbor location and ability to explore central Kodiak on foot.

What Guests Like

Main Guest Complaints

The property is better suited to travelers wanting a practical full-service downtown hotel than those looking for a modern resort.

Rooms & Suites

The hotel's accommodation lineup includes eight major room categories.

Guestrooms and suites generally include complimentary Wi-Fi, hot breakfast, microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, flat-screen TV, hair dryer and iron/ironing board.

1 Queen Bed

Sleeps: 2

This is the most straightforward room for a solo traveler or couple.

1 King Bed

Sleeps: 2

The King room provides more sleeping space for couples and business travelers.

2 Double Beds

Sleeps: 4

This is a practical value option for families, fishing groups and friends traveling together.

2 Queen Beds

Sleeps: 4

The Two-Queen room provides more sleeping space than the Two-Double category and is one of the strongest options for families.

Junior Suite

Sleeps: 4
Beds: 1 king bed + sofa bed

The Junior Suite works particularly well for families and longer stays.

Harbor View Suite

Sleeps: 2
Bed: 1 king bed

Premium King Harbor View inventory can also include a whirlpool, making it one of the property's more upscale accommodation choices.

Honeymoon Suite

Sleeps: 2
Bed: 1 king bed

Accessible 1 Queen

Sleeps: 2

Monthly Price Updates

October 2026 Prices

All rates are shown in USD.

October pricing is substantially lower than peak-summer Kodiak rates. The figures below represent room-specific October pricing from the hotel's booking inventory rather than permanent nightly prices.

Room-by-Room October Prices

The corresponding direct flexible rates were approximately $184.95 for the Queen and Accessible Queen, $194.95 for Two Doubles, $199.95 for the King, $214.95 for Two Queens, $229.95 for the Junior Suite and $245.95 for the Harbor View King Suite.

Discounted Best Western Rewards Rates

Lower member rates were also available.

These rates represent savings of approximately $18–$25 per night, depending on room type.

Booking-Site Price Comparison

The following are hotel-level starting rates, not room-specific prices unless otherwise stated.

Best Western Rewards offered the strongest room-specific pricing in the October comparison.

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These are October 2026 comparison prices, not permanent hotel rates.

Taxes & Final Cost

Best Western Kodiak Inn is located inside the City of Kodiak. Hotel stays are subject to the 7% City of Kodiak sales tax, an additional 5% City transient-room tax, and the 5% Kodiak Island Borough transient accommodations tax, producing a combined local tax burden of approximately 17%. city.kodiak.ak.us

Using the representative October standard rates:

Final booking totals can still differ slightly depending on rate conditions or provider-specific charges.

No resort fee is prominently listed.

Best Western also places a $25 incidental hold per room at check-in, with unused funds released after checkout.

Cancellation & Prepayment

Cancellation conditions vary according to the selected rate.

Travelers should compare both the nightly price and cancellation conditions before selecting a rate.

Advance-Booking & Walk-In Fees

No dedicated advance-booking fee is listed.

No separate walk-in or spot-booking fee is advertised.

Walk-in guests normally pay the room rate available at the time of arrival.

Breakfast & Dining

Complimentary hot breakfast is included.

Breakfast is served daily at The Chart Room Restaurant from approximately:

6:00 AM–9:45 AM

Breakfast selections can include:

The Chart Room Restaurant & Lounge

The Chart Room overlooks St. Paul Harbor and serves dinner, drinks and Alaska-inspired dishes.

Menu options can include:

Dinner is generally served from approximately 4:30 PM–9:00 PM.

Main Hotel Facilities

Paid Facilities & Extras

Potential additional expenses include:

Guest laundry uses coin-operated washers and dryers, with soap and change facilities available.

Fish & Game Storage

Best Western Kodiak Inn is particularly useful for fishing and hunting travelers.

The property provides dedicated fish and game storage, including freezer facilities for storing catches before departure.

This is particularly useful for visitors traveling to Kodiak specifically for fishing.

Room Facilities

Standard amenities include:

Airport Shuttle & Parking

The hotel's downtown location means it is farther from ADQ than Quality Inn Kodiak, but it provides much better access to central Kodiak and St. Paul Harbor.

Fitness, Hot Tub & Recreation

The property has an on-site fitness center.

A hot tub is also available.

Swimming pool: Not available.

Nearby recreational activities include:

Business & Meeting Facilities

The hotel's Harbor Room provides approximately 1,500 sq ft of meeting space and can accommodate up to approximately 100 guests.

The property is suitable for corporate meetings, training sessions, family reunions, fishing groups, community events and banquets.

Accessibility

The hotel provides a dedicated Accessible Queen Room.

Accessibility features can include:

Safety & Security

Check-In & Check-Out

The direct Best Western listing should be used for check-out time when third-party sources differ.

Children & Extra Beds

Children aged 17 and younger stay free when sharing a room with one paying adult and using existing bedding.

Rollaway beds and cribs can be requested, subject to availability.

The most practical family rooms include:

Pets

Best Western Kodiak Inn is pet-friendly.

Pet-room availability should be confirmed before booking.

Group Bookings

Best Western Kodiak Inn is particularly strong for groups because it combines:

Group room blocks can be arranged for qualifying events.

Nearby Restaurants

Guests have The Chart Room Restaurant & Lounge directly inside the property.

Other downtown dining options are within easy walking or short-driving distance, including local seafood restaurants, cafés and casual dining venues around central Kodiak.

Nearby Tourist Spots & Attractions

What Is Really Good?

Best Western Kodiak Inn offers a much more complete hotel experience than many limited-service properties on Kodiak Island.

October pricing is also considerably lower than peak-season rates, with standard rooms around $185–$215 per night and suites generally around $230–$246 before taxes.

What Could Be Better?

Recommendation

For a solo traveler or couple focused on value, the 1 Queen Bed room is the strongest standard choice at approximately $185 per night, or around $166 with the October Rewards rate.

For couples wanting a larger bed, the 1 King Bed room costs approximately $200 per night.

For families, the 2 Double Beds room at approximately $195 provides the lowest-cost four-person configuration, while the 2 Queen Beds room at approximately $215 provides larger beds.

For a family needing additional living space, the Junior Suite is the strongest option at approximately $230 per night, with a king bed and sofa bed.

For couples prioritizing scenery, the Harbor View King Suite provides the strongest waterfront option at approximately $246 per night.

The Honeymoon Suite is the most suitable choice for couples wanting a whirlpool tub.

Compared with Quality Inn Kodiak, Best Western Kodiak Inn is farther from ADQ and generally more expensive. However, it offers a stronger downtown location, harbor views, an on-site restaurant and lounge, hot tub, broader room selection, event facilities and fish/game storage.

For travelers who want to remain close to the airport, Quality Inn is more convenient. For travelers wanting a full-service Kodiak stay with downtown walkability, Best Western Kodiak Inn is the stronger overall choice.

Official & Booking References

Official Best Western Kodiak Inn

Official Kodiak Inn Website

Rooms & Suites

Amenities

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