Quality Inn Kenai
Description
Hotel class: 2.5-star
Address: 10352 Kenai Spur Highway, Kenai, AK 99611, United States
Nearest airport: Kenai Municipal Airport — ENA
Airport distance: Approximately 0.5 mile / 0.8 km
Typical drive: Around 2 minutes
Airport shuttle: Not available
Parking: Free self-parking and free extended parking
Number of rooms: Approximately 52
Quality Inn Kenai is a limited-service hotel close to Kenai Municipal Airport and central Kenai. It combines complimentary hot breakfast, premium Wi-Fi, free parking, an indoor heated pool, indoor hot tub, fitness center, business facilities and guest laundry with convenient access to shopping, restaurants and outdoor recreation.
The hotel is also particularly useful for fishing travelers because it offers a walk-in freezer for guest fish storage at no charge. The normal seasonal period is May 1 through September 30, but the freezer may be prepared outside that period with advance notice.
Guest Experience
Overall Average Guest Rating: 8.0/10 (4.0/5)
Quality Inn Kenai receives generally good guest ratings, with particularly strong feedback for location, cleanliness, comfort and Wi-Fi.
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Location | 8.9/10 |
| Cleanliness | 8.6/10 |
| Comfort | 8.6/10 |
| Facilities | 8.4/10 |
| Value | 8.1/10 |
| Wi-Fi | 9.5/10 |
Positive guest feedback frequently mentions clean rooms, comfortable beds, breakfast and convenient access to nearby shopping and restaurants.
What Guests Like
| Very close to ENA | Free hot breakfast | Free parking |
| Premium free Wi-Fi | Indoor heated pool | Indoor hot tub |
| Fitness center | Microwave and refrigerator | Central Kenai location |
| Complimentary fish freezer | Large meeting facilities | Nearby restaurants and stores |
| Family-friendly rooms |
Main Guest Complaints
| Some guestrooms feel worn or dated | Small bathrooms in some rooms |
| Occasional housekeeping complaints | Occasional maintenance complaints |
| Mixed front-desk experiences | No airport shuttle |
| No elevator | Room quality can vary |
The hotel remains convenient and practical, but some areas may feel older than newer competing properties.
Rooms
Current inventory identifies several standard and accessible room categories, generally around 225 sq ft.
Standard Room – 1 King Bed
Sleeps: 2
Approximate size: 225 sq ft
| 1 king bed | Flat-screen TV | Work desk |
| Refrigerator | Microwave | Hair dryer |
| Iron and ironing board | Air conditioning | Premium Wi-Fi |
| Private bathroom |
Standard Double Room – 2 Double Beds
Sleeps: 4
Approximate size: 225 sq ft
| 2 double beds | Flat-screen television | Refrigerator |
| Microwave | Hair dryer | Iron and ironing board |
| Air conditioning | Private bathroom | Free Wi-Fi |
Standard Room – 2 Queen Beds
Sleeps: 4
Approximate size: 225 sq ft
| 2 queen beds | Flat-screen TV | Refrigerator |
| Microwave | Hair dryer | Iron and ironing board |
| Air conditioning | Private bathroom | Free Wi-Fi |
Accessible King Room
| 1 king bed | Accessible layout |
| Private bathroom | Refrigerator |
| Microwave | Work desk |
| Television | Free Wi-Fi |
Accessible Two-Queen Room
This category accommodates up to four guests.
| 2 queen beds | Hearing-accessible features |
| Visual alarm alert | Visual doorbell alert |
| Visual telephone alert | Ergonomic work desk |
| Flat-screen TV | Accessible room layout |
Monthly Price Updates
October 2026 Prices
All rates below are shown in USD.
October prices vary substantially by booking source, availability and cancellation terms. Some listings show multiple prices for the same broad room category, so those figures should be treated as different rate plans rather than separate room types.
Room-by-Room October Price Comparison
| Room Type | Representative October Price |
|---|---|
| Standard Room – 2 Double Beds | About $107–$151/night |
| Standard Room – 1 King Bed | About $123–$156/night |
| Standard Room – 2 Queen Beds | About $343/night when available |
| Accessible King Room | Not listed |
| Accessible Two-Queen Room | Not listed |
The strongest clearly matched lower October offer for the Two-Double room was approximately $107 per night.
For the King room, clearly matched rates ranged from approximately $123 to $156, depending on provider and rate conditions.
The unusually high Two-Queen price reflects limited inventory and should not be treated as the room's normal permanent price.
Booking-Site Price Comparison
The following are hotel-level starting rates, not room-specific prices.
| Booking Website | Typical October Starting Rate |
|---|---|
| Google Hotels / Traveluro | About $115/night |
| Expedia | About $120–$136/night |
| Orbitz | About $122/night |
| Choice Hotels | About $128/night |
| Travelocity | About $122/night |
A practical hotel-wide October starting benchmark is approximately $125 per night before taxes and fees.
Check Quality Inn Kenai directly with Choice Hotels
These are October 2026 comparison prices, not permanent hotel rates.
Taxes & Final Cost
October booking information indicates approximately 6% additional lodging tax on the room rate.
Using representative prices:
| Base Rate | Approximate Total After 6% Tax |
|---|---|
| $107 | About $113 |
| $123 | About $130 |
| $125 | About $133 |
| $151 | About $160 |
| $156 | About $165 |
Final totals can vary depending on the booking provider and selected rate plan.
No resort fee is prominently advertised.
Cancellation & Prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment conditions depend on the selected rate.
| Flexible cancellation | First-night penalty after some deadlines |
| No advance prepayment | Pay-at-property options |
| Discounted rates | Restricted/non-refundable rates |
Travelers should check the exact conditions attached to their chosen rate before booking.
Advance-Booking & Walk-In Fees
No dedicated advance-booking fee is advertised.
No separate walk-in or spot-booking fee is listed.
Walk-in guests normally pay the room rate available at the time of arrival.
Breakfast & Dining
Breakfast is complimentary.
Quality Inn Kenai provides a free hot/full buffet breakfast.
Typical selections can include:
| Eggs | Bacon or sausage | Make-your-own waffles |
| Bread and pastries | Cereal | Juice |
| Coffee |
Breakfast is generally served around 6:00 AM–10:00 AM.
Main Hotel Facilities
| Free hot buffet breakfast | Premium free Wi-Fi | Free self-parking |
| Free extended parking | Indoor heated pool | Indoor hot tub |
| Fitness center | Guest laundry | Business center |
| Meeting rooms | Vending machines | Truck parking |
| Accessible parking | Complimentary fish freezer | 24-hour front desk |
| Air conditioning | Smoke-free property |
Paid Facilities & Extras
Potential additional costs include:
| Laundry | Vending-machine purchases |
| Meeting/event services | Premium or flexible room rates |
| Extra-person charges where applicable |
No normal pet fee applies because pets are not accepted.
Fish Storage
Quality Inn Kenai is particularly useful for fishing travelers.
The hotel provides a walk-in freezer free of charge for guests.
The normal operating season is May 1 through September 30. For October or other off-season stays, advance notice may allow the freezer to be prepared for use.
Room Facilities
Typical room amenities include:
| Microwave | Refrigerator | Coffee/tea maker |
| Flat-screen TV | Cable/satellite channels | Work desk |
| Seating area in applicable rooms | Safe | Hair dryer |
| Iron and ironing board | Air conditioning | Heating |
| Private bathroom | Premium Wi-Fi | Blackout curtains |
| Pillow-top bedding |
Airport Access & Parking
| Service | Details |
|---|---|
| Nearest airport | Kenai Municipal Airport — ENA |
| Distance | Approximately 0.5 mile / 0.8 km |
| Typical drive | Approximately 2 minutes |
| Walking time | Approximately 15 minutes |
| Airport shuttle | Not available |
| Self-parking | Free |
| Extended parking | Free |
Despite the lack of an airport shuttle, the hotel's extremely close location makes it one of the most convenient properties for ENA travelers.
Pool, Hot Tub & Fitness
One of Quality Inn Kenai's strongest features is its indoor recreation setup.
Indoor Heated Pool
The hotel has an indoor heated swimming pool.
Pool access is generally listed around:
6:00 AM–11:00 PM
Indoor Hot Tub
An indoor whirlpool / hot tub is also available.
Fitness Center
The hotel provides an on-site fitness center with cardio and workout equipment.
Business & Meeting Facilities
Quality Inn Kenai has unusually extensive meeting facilities for a limited-service property, with more than 2,700 sq ft of meeting and event space.
Meeting Room 1
| Detail | Capacity / Size |
|---|---|
| Size | 841 sq ft |
| Reception | Up to 93 |
| Classroom | Up to 58 |
| U-shape | Up to 23 |
| Conference | Up to 21 |
Meeting Room 2
| Detail | Capacity / Size |
|---|---|
| Size | 1,496 sq ft |
| Reception | Up to 166 |
| Banquet | Up to 125 |
| Classroom | Up to 103 |
| U-shape | Up to 42 |
| Conference | Up to 37 |
Small Meeting Space
| Detail | Capacity / Size |
|---|---|
| Size | 416 sq ft |
| Conference | Up to 10 |
Additional business facilities include:
| Free Wi-Fi | Business center | Copying |
| Printing | Fax services | Event parking |
| Portable projection screens |
Accessibility
Accessible room options include:
| Accessible King room | Accessible Two-Queen room |
| Hearing-accessible accommodation | Visual alarm alert |
| Visual doorbell alert | Visual telephone alert |
| Free accessible parking |
One important limitation is that the hotel does not have an elevator.
Guests with mobility requirements should therefore confirm the floor and exact room location before arrival.
Safety & Security
| Carbon-monoxide detector | Smoke detector |
| Fire extinguisher | 24-hour front desk |
| In-room safe in applicable rooms | 100% smoke-free policy |
Check-In & Check-Out
| Policy | Time |
|---|---|
| Check-in | From 3:00 PM |
| Check-out | By 11:00 AM |
Children & Extra Beds
Children are welcome.
Guests aged 18 and younger stay free when using the room's existing bedding arrangement.
The Two-Double and Two-Queen categories are the most practical family options.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Service animals are permitted and are exempt from normal pet restrictions.
Group Bookings
The property is particularly suitable for:
| Business groups | Fishing groups | Training sessions |
| Corporate meetings | Seminars | Small banquets |
| Family groups |
The combination of more than 2,700 sq ft of meeting space, complimentary parking and rooms accommodating up to four guests makes the hotel a strong group option.
Nearby Restaurants
Several dining options are adjacent or very close to the hotel.
| Subway | McDonald's | Carl's Jr. |
| Pizza Hut | Kenai River Pizza | PJ's Diner |
| Charlotte's Restaurant | Burger Bus | New Peking Chinese |
| Louie's Steak & Seafood |
Nearby Tourist Spots & Attractions
| Attraction | Approximate Distance / Access |
|---|---|
| Kenai Municipal Airport (ENA) | ~0.5 mile / 2 min drive |
| Challenger Learning Center | ~0.6 mile / 12 min walk |
| Leif Hansen Memorial Park | ~0.7 mile / 14 min walk |
| Kenai Visitors & Cultural Center | ~1 mile |
| Kenai Old Town | ~1 mile |
| Kenai City Dock | ~1 mile |
| Holy Assumption of the Virgin Mary Church | ~1.3 miles |
| Kenai Beach | ~1.5–2.1 miles |
What Is Really Good?
Quality Inn Kenai offers an unusually strong list of facilities for a small airport-area hotel.
| About half a mile from ENA | Free hot breakfast | Free parking |
| Premium Wi-Fi | Indoor heated pool | Hot tub |
| Fitness center | Free fish freezer | Microwave and refrigerator |
| Family-friendly rooms | Extensive meeting space | Nearby dining and shopping |
October also offers lower prices than Kenai's peak summer season, with hotel-wide starting rates around the low-$100s to mid-$100s per night.
What Could Be Better?
| No airport shuttle | No elevator |
| Some older guestrooms | Mixed service reviews |
| Some compact bathrooms | Accessible travelers should confirm floor |
| Two-Queen inventory can become expensive |
Recommendation
For travelers prioritizing the lowest clearly matched room rate, the Standard Double Room – 2 Double Beds has appeared from approximately $107 per night during the October comparison.
For a solo traveler or couple, the Standard King Room has appeared from approximately $123 per night, although higher King rates were also available depending on provider and cancellation conditions.
For families, the Two-Queen room provides the most comfortable two-bed arrangement for up to four guests, although limited October inventory can make this category unusually expensive.
Accessible travelers can choose either the Accessible King or Accessible Two-Queen room, but the absence of an elevator makes confirming the room's floor important.
Overall, Quality Inn Kenai is a strong choice for travelers using Kenai Municipal Airport (ENA) who want to stay extremely close to the terminal while also receiving free breakfast, an indoor pool, hot tub, fitness facilities, parking and practical in-room amenities.
Official & Booking References
Official Quality Inn Kenai – Choice Hotels
Booking.com – Quality Inn Kenai
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