Grand Aleutian Hotel is one of the principal full-service hotels in Dutch Harbor and Unalaska, Alaska. The property overlooks Margaret Bay, Ballyhoo Mountain and Unalaska Bay, offering conventional guestrooms, larger suites, dining facilities, meeting spaces and complimentary airport transportation.
Located approximately 1 mile from Unalaska Airport (DUT), the hotel is particularly convenient for business travelers, fishing-industry visitors, regional transportation passengers and tourists exploring the Aleutian Islands.
The main hotel contains approximately 103 guestrooms and suites. Its operator also manages the nearby 25-room Harbor View Inn, increasing the company's total accommodation inventory to more than 125 rooms.
Unlike many smaller lodging properties in remote Alaska, Grand Aleutian provides multiple dining options, room service, conference facilities and a complimentary airport shuttle.
The hotel's official accommodation information identifies Economy Rooms, Standard Double Queen Rooms, Standard King Rooms and Junior Suites, while its direct reservation system also lists Deluxe Rooms and an accessible King Room.
Overall Average Guest Rating: 7.2/10 (3.6/5)
Grand Aleutian Hotel receives mixed but generally acceptable guest feedback for a remote Alaska destination.
Its strongest advantages are its location, convenient airport access, spacious accommodation and availability of dining and business facilities.
Guests frequently appreciate the scenic views across the surrounding bays and mountains, as well as the convenience of having restaurants and transportation services associated with the hotel.
However, some reviews mention dated interiors, inconsistent maintenance, variable service and internet performance.
The property is most suitable for travelers who prioritize airport convenience, practical accommodation and full hotel services rather than modern luxury interiors.
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Close to Unalaska Airport |
Complimentary airport transportation |
Bay and mountain views |
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Spacious guestrooms |
Refrigerators and microwaves |
Free parking |
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On-site dining |
Large lobby and common areas |
Meeting facilities |
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Different accommodation categories |
Convenient local shopping access |
Nearby attractions |
Guest reviews particularly highlight the property's usefulness for travelers requiring accommodation close to Dutch Harbor's airport and commercial areas.
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Dated décor |
Some worn room furnishings |
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Internet quality can vary |
Internet access may cost extra |
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Inconsistent maintenance |
Mixed staff-service experiences |
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Relatively high room rates |
Limited local hotel competition |
Grand Aleutian is better suited to travelers who value practical services, airport transportation and on-site dining than those expecting a recently renovated luxury hotel.
Grand Aleutian Hotel has approximately 103 guestrooms and suites.
Its official accommodation page identifies four principal categories with published starting rates, while the direct reservation system contains additional room configurations.
The main accommodation options include Economy Double Queen, Standard Double Queen, Standard King, Deluxe Double Queen, Deluxe King, Junior Suites and a hearing/mobility-accessible King Room.
Bed configuration: 2 Queen beds
The Economy Double Queen is the hotel's lowest-priced main-property accommodation category.
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Two Queen beds |
Margaret Bay or Unalaska Bay views |
Flat-screen television |
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Refrigerator |
Microwave |
Seating area |
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Desk |
Private bathroom |
Non-smoking accommodation |
The hotel's official website advertises this category starting at $270 per night before taxes and additional occupancy charges.
Official Economy Room Information
Bed configuration: 2 Queen beds
Approximate room size: 364 sq ft
The Standard Double Queen provides two beds and useful in-room facilities.
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Two Queen beds |
Bay views |
Mini refrigerator |
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Microwave |
Coffee-making facilities |
Seating area |
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Desk |
Flat-screen television |
Private bathroom |
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Non-smoking accommodation |
The official published starting rate is $295 per night before taxes and additional occupancy charges.
The two-bed configuration is particularly practical for families and travelers who prefer separate beds.
Bed configuration: 1 King bed
Approximate room size: 364 sq ft
The Standard King is suitable for solo travelers or couples wanting a larger bed.
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King bed |
Bay views |
Mini refrigerator |
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Microwave |
Coffee maker |
Easy chair |
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Desk |
Private bathroom |
Flat-screen television |
The hotel's official accommodation page advertises the Standard King starting at $295 per night before taxes and additional occupancy charges.
This category provides a practical balance of room space, amenities and convenience.
Bed configuration: 2 Queen beds
Approximate room size: 364 sq ft
The Deluxe Double Queen is identified in the hotel's direct-booking inventory as a Deluxe Bay View accommodation.
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Two Queen beds |
Bay views |
43-inch television |
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Refrigerator |
Microwave |
Coffee-making facilities |
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Seating area |
Desk |
Large bathroom |
A separate fixed starting rate for the Deluxe Double Queen is not published on the hotel's main accommodation page.
Its price should therefore be checked through the official reservation system.
Official Grand Aleutian Booking Engine
Bed configuration: 1 King bed
Approximate room size: 364 sq ft
The Deluxe King is another category available through the property's direct reservation system.
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King bed |
Unalaska Bay views |
Mountain views |
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Refrigerator |
Microwave |
Coffee-making facilities |
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Seating area |
Desk |
Private bathroom |
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Flat-screen television |
This category is suitable for travelers who prefer a King bed and upgraded views.
A verified permanent starting rate is not separately established for this exact Deluxe category.
Approximate room size: 394 sq ft
Published maximum occupancy: 2 guests for the listed configuration
The Junior Suite provides additional space and upgraded bathroom facilities compared with standard rooms.
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King or Double Queen configurations |
Bay and mountain views |
Large flat-screen television |
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Refrigerator |
Microwave |
Seating area |
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Desk |
Jet bathtub |
Shower |
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Coffee-making facilities |
The Junior Suite is particularly suitable for travelers wanting more comfort and a private jet bathtub.
The hotel's official accommodation page advertises Junior Suites starting at $325 per night before taxes and additional occupancy charges.
Official Junior Suite Information
Bed configuration: 1 King bed
Approximate room size: 364 sq ft
The hotel's direct booking inventory identifies a dedicated hearing/mobility-accessible King Room.
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King bed |
Roll-in shower |
Visual alarm |
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Door notification equipment |
Telephone notification equipment on request |
Seating area |
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Refrigerator |
Microwave |
Coffee machine |
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43-inch television |
Accessible bathroom |
This accommodation is particularly important for guests requiring mobility or hearing-related accessibility features.
The exact room configuration and availability should be confirmed before booking.
Official Accessible Room Reservation Information
Grand Aleutian's operator also manages the nearby Harbor View Inn, a separate accommodation property with approximately 25 guestrooms.
The property overlooks Bobby Storrs Small Boat Harbor and provides more basic accommodation than the main Grand Aleutian Hotel.
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Feature |
Details |
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Property |
Harbor View Inn |
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Number of rooms |
Approximately 25 |
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Accommodation style |
Basic guest rooms |
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Location |
Small Boat Harbor area |
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Official published starting rate |
$199/night |
Harbor View Inn should be treated as a separate accommodation property when comparing hotel prices around Unalaska Airport.
Its starting rate should not be confused with the prices of guestrooms inside Grand Aleutian Hotel.
Grand Aleutian Hotel operates its own active direct reservation system and publishes starting rates for its main accommodation categories.
However, the available research does not establish confirmed room-by-room November 2026 prices for a specific one-night stay.
The hotel's published nightly starting rates are therefore the most dependable price references.
Research basis: One room, one night, with pricing evaluated for two adults.
Important: The hotel's officially published starting rates apply to single occupancy. Its reservation policy specifies an additional $25 charge for the second, third and fourth adult.
Actual two-adult prices can therefore be higher than the starting rates shown on the accommodation page.
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Room Type |
Official Published Starting Rate |
Confirmed November 2026 Rate |
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Economy Double Queen |
— |
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Standard Double Queen |
— |
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Standard King |
— |
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Deluxe Double Queen |
— |
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Deluxe King |
— |
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Grand Aleutian Junior Suite |
— |
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Grand King — Accessible Room |
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— |
These are official published starting prices, not guaranteed November 2026 quotations.
The research draft also contained figures of $270 for Standard Rooms, $295 for Deluxe Rooms and $315 for Junior Suites, but these conflict with the hotel's current official accommodation page.
For this comparison, the hotel website's published categories and rates have been used.
Because Grand Aleutian publishes single-occupancy starting rates, the additional adult charge is important.
Using the hotel's published $25 second-adult charge, the illustrative two-adult rates are:
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Accommodation |
Published Starting Rate |
Second Adult |
Illustrative Two-Adult Rate |
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Economy Double Queen |
$270 |
+$25 |
$295/night |
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Standard Double Queen |
$295 |
+$25 |
$320/night |
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Standard King |
$295 |
+$25 |
$320/night |
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Junior Suite |
$325 |
+$25 |
$350/night |
These calculations assume the published occupancy surcharge applies to the selected reservation.
They are not verified November room quotations.
The final price should be taken from the official booking engine after selecting the travel dates and number of guests.
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The supplied research did not establish dependable November room-specific prices through the major third-party hotel platforms.
Grand Aleutian operates primarily as a direct-booking-focused property.
The official reservation system should therefore be used to confirm the selected room, occupancy and total price.
Grand Aleutian Hotel's official accommodation page specifies two taxes on qualifying reservations.
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Tax Component |
Rate |
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Occupancy Tax |
5% |
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Local Sales Tax |
3% |
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Combined Tax Rate |
8% |
The following table shows the approximate final cost using the hotel's published single-occupancy starting rates.
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Base Nightly Rate |
5% Occupancy Tax |
3% Sales Tax |
Approximate Total |
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$270.00 |
$13.50 |
$8.10 |
$291.60 |
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$295.00 |
$14.75 |
$8.85 |
$318.60 |
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$325.00 |
$16.25 |
$9.75 |
$351.00 |
For a reservation involving two adults, the additional occupancy charge affects the total.
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Illustrative Two-Adult Base Rate |
5% Occupancy Tax |
3% Sales Tax |
Approximate Total |
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$295.00 |
$14.75 |
$8.85 |
$318.60 |
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$320.00 |
$16.00 |
$9.60 |
$345.60 |
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$350.00 |
$17.50 |
$10.50 |
$378.00 |
These are illustrative calculations based on published hotel policies, not confirmed November checkout totals.
The actual price depends on the room category, number of adults and selected reservation conditions.
Official Grand Aleutian Hotel Accommodation Rates
No standard, separate refundable damage deposit is publicly listed.
However, Grand Aleutian Hotel requires a 25% reservation deposit per night.
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Deposit Type |
Published Policy |
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Standard damage deposit |
Not separately published |
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Reservation deposit |
25% per night |
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Deposit purpose |
Reservation guarantee |
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Refundability |
Subject to cancellation policy |
The 25% deposit is a reservation payment requirement, not a separate damage deposit.
Grand Aleutian Hotel publishes direct-booking cancellation and payment conditions.
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Policy |
Published Terms |
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Reservation deposit |
25% per night |
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Standard cancellation |
Full refund when cancelled at least 24 hours before arrival, subject to the stated cutoff |
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Late cancellation |
Up to 100% of room charge |
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No-show |
Deposit forfeited |
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Weather/volcanic disruption |
Qualifying exceptions may apply |
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Airline mechanical problems |
Qualifying exceptions may apply |
Under the hotel's official policy, cancellations processed before the specified 4:00 PM Alaska Time cutoff at least one day before arrival are eligible for a full refund.
Cancellations falling within the applicable late-cancellation period can result in a full room charge.
The hotel publishes exceptions for qualifying weather- or volcanic-related disruptions and airline mechanical issues.
No-show reservations are subject to deposit forfeiture.
The cancellation conditions should be reviewed carefully before booking, particularly because weather can disrupt travel in the Aleutian Islands.
Official Grand Aleutian Reservation and Cancellation Policy
No separate standard advance-booking surcharge is publicly advertised.
No dedicated walk-in or spot-booking fee is listed.
However, reservations are subject to the hotel's 25% deposit requirement.
Because Grand Aleutian serves business travelers, fishing-industry visitors and regional transportation passengers, advance reservations are advisable.
Grand Aleutian publishes specific early-departure conditions.
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Policy |
Details |
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Unscheduled early departure |
100% room-rate charge per room |
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Early checkout refunds |
Not provided under the published policy |
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Late checkout |
May be available for an additional fee |
Guests planning a flexible itinerary should consider the hotel's early-departure rules before booking.
Official Early-Departure Policy
Breakfast is available at Grand Aleutian Hotel through its dining facilities.
However, complimentary breakfast is not automatically included in standard room rates.
The property's Margaret Bay Café serves breakfast and lunch, while other dining venues provide additional meal options.
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Dining Service |
Availability |
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Breakfast |
Available for purchase |
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Complimentary breakfast |
Not confirmed for standard rates |
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On-site dining |
Available |
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Room service |
Listed |
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Multiple meal options |
Available |
Guests should check whether breakfast is included in their selected reservation.
Official Grand Aleutian Dining Information
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Complimentary airport shuttle |
Free parking |
Multiple dining options |
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Room service |
Laundry services |
Meeting rooms |
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Conference facilities |
Luggage storage |
Non-smoking accommodation |
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Flat-screen televisions |
Refrigerators |
Microwaves |
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Coffee makers |
Scenic bay views |
Mountain views |
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Accessible room option |
Direct online booking |
Grand Aleutian provides a broader range of services than many smaller accommodation properties in remote Alaska.
Some additional services and reservation conditions may involve extra charges.
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Service |
Published Information |
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Internet/Wi-Fi access |
Available for purchase |
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Additional adults |
$25 per additional adult |
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Late checkout |
Additional fee may apply |
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Laundry |
Charges may apply |
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Room service |
Meals and services charged separately |
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Meeting and event services |
Rental and service charges may apply |
The hotel's official accommodation page states that internet access is purchased through the front desk rather than automatically included in the nightly room rate.
Guests should not assume complimentary Wi-Fi is included.
Official Accommodation and Internet Information
Depending on the selected room category, amenities may include:
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Memory-foam bed |
King or Queen beds |
Refrigerator |
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Microwave |
Coffee maker |
Flat-screen television |
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Cable television |
Complimentary movie programming |
Hairdryer |
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Iron and ironing board |
Desk |
Seating area |
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Private bathroom |
Jet bathtub in Junior Suites |
Bay views |
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Mountain views |
Telephone and voicemail |
Heating |
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Accessible shower in designated rooms |
The exact room facilities vary according to accommodation category.
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Service |
Details |
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Nearest airport |
Unalaska Airport — DUT |
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Distance |
Approximately 1 mile / 1.6 km |
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Airport shuttle |
Complimentary |
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Parking |
Free on-site |
Grand Aleutian Hotel is located approximately one mile from Unalaska Airport, making it convenient for travelers arriving or departing on regional flights.
The hotel's official website confirms complimentary airport transportation.
Free parking is also available for guests using a vehicle.
The proximity to the airport is particularly valuable in Dutch Harbor, where transportation alternatives are more limited than in larger cities.
Official Grand Aleutian Hotel Website
Grand Aleutian Hotel offers several dining options at the hotel and associated nearby properties.
Margaret Bay Café provides breakfast and lunch in a casual setting.
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Feature |
Details |
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Dining style |
Casual café |
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Meals |
Breakfast and lunch |
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Breakfast service |
Available |
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Lunch |
Regular service |
This is one of the most convenient choices for guests seeking breakfast before starting their day.
The Chart Room is an on-site restaurant specializing in seafood, steak and pasta.
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Feature |
Details |
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Dining style |
Full-service restaurant |
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Cuisine |
Seafood, steak and pasta |
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Dinner service |
Available |
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Sunday brunch |
Listed |
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Views |
Margaret Bay |
The Chart Room provides a more formal dining option than the hotel's café.
Harbor Sushi is located in the nearby sister-property complex.
It offers Japanese-inspired dishes, noodles and rice bowls.
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Feature |
Details |
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Cuisine |
Sushi, noodles and rice dishes |
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Location |
Associated nearby property |
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Dining |
Available |
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Waterfront surroundings |
Small Boat Harbor area |
Pyramid Coffee provides espresso-based beverages, smoothies, baked goods and other café items.
The venue also carries locally inspired gifts and souvenirs.
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Feature |
Details |
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Coffee and espresso |
Available |
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Smoothies |
Available |
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Baked goods |
Available |
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Gifts and souvenirs |
Available |
Additional dining options are associated with the hotel's wider Dutch Harbor property group.
Laundry services are available.
These facilities are useful for travelers staying multiple nights, especially business travelers and visitors involved in fishing or outdoor activities.
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Facility |
Published Information |
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Laundry service |
Available |
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Laundry charges |
May apply |
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Extended-stay convenience |
Available |
Grand Aleutian Hotel does not prominently advertise a swimming pool or dedicated fitness center.
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Facility |
Published Information |
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Swimming pool |
Not advertised |
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Fitness center |
Not advertised |
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Spa |
Not confirmed |
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Sauna |
Not confirmed |
Travelers requiring particular recreational facilities should not assume they are available.
Grand Aleutian has substantial meeting and event facilities for a remote Alaska hotel.
The property provides more than 2,500 square feet of banquet and event space, along with several conference rooms.
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Facility |
Details |
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Event and banquet space |
More than 2,500 sq ft |
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Conference rooms |
3 |
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Audio-visual equipment |
Available |
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Catering |
Available |
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Corporate meeting support |
Available |
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Training and seminar facilities |
Available |
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Photocopying and event assistance |
Available |
These facilities make the property suitable for business meetings, training sessions and organized events.
Official Grand Aleutian Banquets & Events
Grand Aleutian Hotel's direct booking inventory includes a dedicated hearing/mobility-accessible King Room.
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Accessibility Feature |
Availability |
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Accessible King Room |
Available in inventory |
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Roll-in shower |
Available |
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Visual alarm |
Available |
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Door notification equipment |
Available |
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Telephone notification equipment |
Available on request |
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Accessible bathroom |
Listed |
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Seating area |
Available |
Travelers requiring specific accessibility features should confirm their selected room before booking.
Official Accessible Room Booking Information
Grand Aleutian Hotel and Harbor View Inn are both designated non-smoking properties.
The hotel's official policy states that smoking inside guestrooms or public areas results in a $300 cleaning charge.
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Policy |
Details |
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Guestroom smoking |
Not permitted |
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Smoking in public hotel areas |
Not permitted |
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Smoking-related cleaning charge |
$300 |
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Detailed security systems |
Not consistently published |
The property's published reservation rules should be reviewed before arrival.
Grand Aleutian Hotel publishes the following check-in and check-out times.
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Policy |
Time / Requirement |
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Check-in |
4:00 PM |
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Check-out |
11:00 AM |
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Minimum check-in age |
21 years |
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Late checkout |
Subject to availability and additional charge |
Some third-party websites may show different times, but the hotel's official reservation policy should take priority.
Children under 18 may stay without an additional charge when sharing existing bedding with up to two adults, subject to the hotel's published conditions.
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Policy |
Details |
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Children under 18 |
No additional charge when using existing bedding with up to two adults |
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Additional adults |
$25 charge per additional adult |
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Minimum check-in age |
21 years |
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Younger guests |
Must meet the hotel's accompanying-adult requirements |
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Extra beds |
Availability not clearly published |
The hotel's policy states that guests under 21 must be accompanied by someone aged 21 or older during the stay, with additional requirements for guests aged 18 or younger.
Pets are not permitted at Grand Aleutian Hotel under the current official reservation policy.
Grand Aleutian is well suited to business and organized groups because it combines more than 100 main-hotel rooms with substantial conference facilities.
The hotel advertises special accommodation-rate programs for certain traveler categories.
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Group Type |
Available Arrangements |
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Regular business travelers |
Special rates |
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Non-profit organizations |
Special rates |
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Educational organizations |
Special rates |
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Government organizations |
Special rates |
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Long-term guests |
Extended-stay discounts |
The hotel's conference rooms and event facilities provide additional flexibility for organized group visits.
Official Group and Long-Term Rate Information
Grand Aleutian Hotel benefits from several dining options at the hotel and within its associated nearby properties.
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Dining Venue |
Main Offering |
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Margaret Bay Café |
Breakfast and lunch |
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The Chart Room |
Seafood, steak and pasta |
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Harbor Sushi |
Sushi, noodles and rice dishes |
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Pyramid Coffee |
Coffee, smoothies and baked goods |
The availability of multiple dining venues is a major advantage in a remote destination where restaurant choices can be limited.
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Attraction / Area |
Approximate Distance |
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Unalaska Airport (DUT) |
1 mile / 1.6 km |
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Museum of the Aleutians |
0.27 km / 0.17 mile |
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WWII Underground Hospital |
0.51 km / 0.32 mile |
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Sitka Spruce Park |
0.64 km / 0.40 mile |
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Aleutian WWII National Historic Area |
Approximately 0.7 mile |
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Holy Ascension Cathedral |
A few kilometers away |
Grand Aleutian Hotel is well positioned for exploring Dutch Harbor's museums, historic sites, waterfront surroundings and local attractions.
The Museum of the Aleutians and several World War II heritage sites are among the most accessible destinations.
Grand Aleutian Hotel's biggest strengths are its airport location, room variety and relatively extensive facilities.
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Close to Unalaska Airport |
Complimentary airport shuttle |
Over 100 main-hotel rooms |
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Multiple room categories |
Spacious rooms |
Refrigerators and microwaves |
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Bay and mountain views |
Junior Suites with jet bathtubs |
Accessible room option |
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Free parking |
Multiple dining choices |
Conference facilities |
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Direct booking system |
Business-rate programs |
The complimentary shuttle and availability of dining and meeting facilities are particularly valuable for travelers visiting Dutch Harbor for business or transportation connections.
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Dated room and corridor interiors |
Some maintenance complaints |
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Internet access not automatically free |
No advertised swimming pool |
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No advertised fitness center |
Relatively high accommodation prices |
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Limited local hotel competition |
Limited third-party booking rates |
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November room-specific prices not confirmed |
Additional adult charges |
The hotel's pricing and guest experience should be considered in the context of its remote location and limited local accommodation market.
Grand Aleutian Hotel is a practical full-service accommodation choice near Unalaska Airport (DUT) for travelers who prioritize complimentary airport transportation, on-site dining, room variety and business facilities.
For travelers seeking the lowest advertised main-hotel price, the Economy Double Queen is the most economical published category, with rates starting at approximately $270 per night before taxes and additional occupancy charges.
For one or two travelers wanting a larger bed, the Standard King is a practical choice. Travelers requiring two separate beds should consider the Standard Double Queen.
The Junior Suite is the strongest option for guests wanting more room space and an upgraded bathroom with a jet bathtub.
The property's official starting rates are $270 for Economy Rooms, $295 for Standard King and Double Queen Rooms, and $325 for Junior Suites. These figures are published single-occupancy benchmarks rather than verified November 2026 two-adult reservation prices.
Because the hotel charges $25 for an additional adult and applies 5% occupancy tax plus 3% local sales tax, the total reservation cost should be calculated using the selected room and guest count.
Overall, Grand Aleutian Hotel is one of the most practical full-service accommodation options in Dutch Harbor, particularly for guests who value convenient access to Unalaska Airport, multiple dining choices, meeting facilities and direct hotel reservation services.
Official Grand Aleutian Hotel Website
Official Accommodation Categories & Published Prices
Official Direct Reservation System
Official Reservation & Cancellation Policy
Official Food & Dining Information