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Our top choices for Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site hotels

A dining room with a wooden table, chairs, a cabinet with glass doors, and a view of mountains through large windows.

1. Gateway Overlook

Gateway Overlook
3.0 star property
2.9 km from Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (109 reviews)
"This place was a great haven for us at the time that we were there."
United States
Jennie
The price is €157
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Gateway Overlook
A wooden cabin with a metal roof, surrounded by a well-maintained garden and a clear view of the mountains.

2. Alaska's Lake Lucille B&B

Alaska's Lake Lucille B&B
3.0 star property
13.2 km from Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (299 reviews)
"Best place to stay in Wasilla, hands down. Excellent breakfast!"
United States
Bruce
The price is €153
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Alaska's Lake Lucille B&B
A West Butt Trail sign with a map and a person walking on a gravel path.

3. The Pioneer Motel

The Pioneer Motel
2.5 star property
7.2 km from Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (892 reviews)
"Great location and staff were phenomenal."
United States
Beth
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
The Pioneer Motel
A stone fireplace with a carved wooden panel above it, surrounded by seating and potted plants.

4. Grand View Inn & Suites

Grand View Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
9 km from Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Very great stay"
United States
Jackie
The price is €147
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Grand View Inn & Suites
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a mounted moose head, and a modern sofa set.

5. Best Western Lake Lucille Inn

Best Western Lake Lucille Inn
2.5 star property
14.7 km from Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"lovely views and so nice to have a restaurant inside that's so pretty"
United States
Carolyn
The price is €173
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Best Western Lake Lucille Inn
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a wooden coffee table, and a grey sofa.

6. Colony Suites

Colony Suites
4.0 star property
7.1 km from Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (122 reviews)
"The unit we stayed in was beautiful! The decor was outstanding and the couch and bed were comfortable."
United States
Cheryl
The price is €195
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Colony Suites
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area.

7. Susitna Suites

Susitna Suites
3.5 star property
19.4 km from Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (110 reviews)
"This was a great place to stay! Clean, spacious, and all the amenities you need to make meals, do laundry, and chill."
United States
Tiffany
The price is €202
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Susitna Suites
A wooden staircase leading to a second floor, a leather sofa, a wooden table with a lantern, and a television mounted on the wall.

8. Alaska Back Country Cottages

Alaska Back Country Cottages
3.0 star property
12.5 km from Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (91 reviews)
"Beautiful place"
United States
Germain
The price is €279
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Alaska Back Country Cottages
A hotel room with a bed, a blue armchair, a dining table, a kitchen area with a microwave, and a refrigerator.

9. Alaska's Select Inn Wasilla

Alaska's Select Inn Wasilla
2.0 star property
9.3 km from Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"My stay was amazing and the staff was outstanding"
United States
MICHAEL DAVIS
The price is €135
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Alaska's Select Inn Wasilla
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel microwave, a sink, and a vase with yellow flowers.

10. Mat-Su Resort

Mat-Su Resort
2.5 star property
10.9 km from Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (207 reviews)
"The hotel room was charmingly decorated and comfortable, with a lovely view of the lake. Would definitely stay there again."
United States
Angela
The price is €202
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Mat-Su Resort
A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a framed picture on the wall, and a carpeted floor.

11. Eagle Hotel

Eagle Hotel
2.5 star property
6.6 km from Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site
7.2 out of 10, Good, (330 reviews)
"Loved my suite with a view!"
United States
Susan
The price is €144
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Eagle Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

12. Windbreak Hotel

Windbreak Hotel
2.5 star property
10 km from Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site
6.6 out of 10, (201 reviews)
"Average place to stay at."
United States
Mark
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Windbreak Hotel
A modern living room with a stone fireplace, wooden flooring, and a grey sectional sofa.

13. Serene Palmer Home: Walk to Downtown & Riverfront!

Serene Palmer Home: Walk to Downtown & Riverfront!
3.0 star property
7.6 km from Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site
The price is €507
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Serene Palmer Home: Walk to Downtown & Riverfront!
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Compare top hotels near Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site

A dining room with a wooden table, chairs, a cabinet with glass doors, and a view of mountains through large windows.

Gateway Overlook

3.0 star property
2.9 km from Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site
View
A wooden cabin with a metal roof, surrounded by a well-maintained garden and a clear view of the mountains.

Alaska's Lake Lucille B&B

3.0 star property
13.2 km from Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site
View
A West Butt Trail sign with a map and a person walking on a gravel path.

The Pioneer Motel

2.5 star property
7.2 km from Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site
View
A stone fireplace with a carved wooden panel above it, surrounded by seating and potted plants.

Grand View Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
9 km from Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site
View
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a mounted moose head, and a modern sofa set.

Best Western Lake Lucille Inn

2.5 star property
14.7 km from Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site
View
9.8
Exceptional
109 reviews
10.0
Exceptional
299 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
892 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,003 reviews
8.6
Excellent
1,002 reviews
The price is €157
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
The price is €153
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
The price is €147
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
The price is €173
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • No WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • No WiFi included
  • No Parking

Hotels recommended for families near Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site

A dining room with a wooden table, chairs, a cabinet with glass doors, and a view of mountains through large windows.

Gateway Overlook

Gateway Overlook
3.0 star property
Wasilla
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (109)
The price is €157
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Gateway Overlook

Top Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site Hotel Reviews

The Pioneer Motel

The Pioneer Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Very accommodating and clean rooms. Location is great and they have home made cookies at the check in desk. We love staying here."
Lindsay 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
The Pioneer Motel

Other attractions near Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site

Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area

10.0/10 (2 reviews)
You can take time to visit Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area during your travels to Gateway. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site?
Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site is located in Gateway. You'll find 115 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site?
Gateway Overlook is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this B&B offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site. Other good options within a few miles include The Pioneer Motel and Eagle Hotel.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site?
Expedia has 115 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site.
What can I see and do near Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Palmer Visitor Information Center and Colony House Museum. Surround yourself with nature at Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm, Finger Lake and Finger Lake. If you have some time to wander around the area, you might stop by Palmer Golf Course, Finger Lake State Recreation Area or Arkose Brewery.