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Hotel Captain Cook

939 West 5th Avenue, Anchorage, AK, US
4.0Very Good
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About this property

Hotel Captain Cook is a 4-star Preferred Hotels property located in central Anchorage, Alaska, with 546 guest rooms including 96 suites. The hotel sits just 0.2 miles from the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail and Resolution Park, placing it within easy reach of Anchorage's downtown attractions and outdoor recreation areas. A 10-minute drive connects guests to the University of Alaska – Anchorage and the Oscar Anderson House Museum.

All rooms feature air conditioning, refrigerators, and iPod docking stations. Each room includes a pillowtop bed with down comforters and premium linens, a 40-inch LCD television with cable programming, and complimentary wireless internet. Private bathrooms offer shower and tub combinations, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. Guest comfort ratings average 4.6 out of 5.

Dining options include four on-site restaurants, with Crows Nest among them, plus a coffee shop and café. Three bars and lounges provide beverage service, and room service is available during limited hours. Snacks are offered at the café, and full breakfasts are served daily from 6:00 AM to noon for an additional fee.

Recreation and wellness amenities include spa services featuring massages, body treatments, and facials. The property offers a health club, an indoor pool, and a sauna. Concierge services, ski storage, and an area shuttle (with surcharge) assist guests with local travel and activities. Free wireless internet is available throughout the property.

The hotel's location provides convenient access to Anchorage's cultural and recreational offerings. Nearby activities include hiking, biking, kayaking, rafting, and mountain biking. The airport is 6.5 miles away, with taxi service and shuttle options available. The property maintains a 4.5 out of 5 overall guest rating, with 100 percent of reviewers indicating they would recommend it.

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and may be completed anytime thereafter. Standard check-out is 11:00 AM. The property welcomes pets, and service animals are allowed. A 24-hour front desk, business center, and express check-out are available to all guests.

Location & nearby attractions

With a stay at Hotel Captain Cook, you'll be centrally located in Anchorage, within a 10-minute drive of University of Alaska - Anchorage and Oscar Anderson House Museum. This luxury hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Tony Knowles Coastal Trail and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Resolution Park.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Holy Family Cathedral - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Oscar Anderson House Museum - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Tony Knowles Coastal Trail - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Resolution Park - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Town Square Municipal Park - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
William A. Egan Civic and Convention Center - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Fourth Avenue Theatre - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Alaska Center for the Performing Arts - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Anchorage Alaska Public Lands Information Center - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Log Cabin Visitor Information Center - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Sleeping Lady Brewing Company - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Alaska Experience Theatre - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
National Archives at Anchorage - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Anchorage 5th Avenue Mall - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi

The nearest airports are:
Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) - 4.8 km / 3 mi
Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl. Airport (ANC) - 9.3 km / 5.8 mi

The preferred airport for Hotel Captain Cook is Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl. Airport (ANC).

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 546 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and iPod docking stations. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. 40-inch LCD televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.

Dining

Grab a bite at Crows Nest, one of the hotel's 4 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 3 bars/lounges. Full breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to noon for a fee.

Amenities & features

Relax and unwind with massages, body treatments, and facials. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find a health club, an indoor pool, and a sauna. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and ski storage. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and limo/town car service. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Getting here

6.5 miles from Airport. $19 cab fare or Shuttle apx $10
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 4:00 PM - anytime
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • 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; cash is not accepted
  • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Contactless check-in is available
Contactless check-out is available

Pet policy

  • Pets allowed
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 15 per person
  • Self parking fee: USD 25 per day
  • Valet parking fee: USD 36 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Know before you go

  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.