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Hotel Overview and Details

144 E Egan, Valdez, Alaska, United States, 99686

“Just a couple of blocks from the fine waterfront!”view full review

Totem Inn - Alaskan lodge with cabins and suites 10 km from Valdez Pioneer Field

Located in Valdez, Alaska, Totem Inn offers modern accommodations with Alaskan hospitality. The property features a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, laundry facilities, and complimentary wireless internet access in public areas. Guests have access to an indoor swimming pool (open 6am-10pm), exercise room with free weights and treadmills (open 24/7), and on-site dining options including a breakfast buffet served daily from 6am-9am. A grocery/convenience store is available in the lobby. The hotel provides complimentary on-site parking and is positioned for access to outdoor activities including fishing, helicopter tours, kayaking, glacier tours, hiking, and cruises.

Additional perks of the hotel

Premier fishing destination for salmon and halibut

Gift shops/newsstands and fireplace in the lobby

Dog-friendly accommodations (fee applies)

BBQ grills and picnic tables with mountain views

Self-operating lifts or sloped entry for pool accessibility

Northern lights viewing areas

Daily housekeeping service

ATM/cash machine on premises

Wake-up call service

Coin-operated laundry facilities on-site

Accommodation Options

The hotel offers three types of accommodations. Standard rooms feature king beds with sofa beds or two queen beds, and include amenities such as microwave, coffee maker, and mini fridge. Chugach Suites provide a full-size kitchen with breakfast bar, queen bed, sofa bed, and in-unit washer/dryer. The property also includes ten cabins, each equipped with a full kitchen, queen bed, sofa bed, bathroom, and outdoor deck that accommodates up to four guests.

Other conveniences

Air conditioning and individual climate control

Luxury bedding with down/feather and foam pillows

Flat-screen TVs with cable channels including CNN, ESPN, and HBO

Full kitchen in suites and cabins with cookware, dinnerware, and utensils

Phone with voicemail

Portable play yard-type cribs (available upon request)

Iron and ironing board (available upon request)

Hair dryer in bathroom

Digital safe in Chugach Suites

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Room Availability and Pricing Calendar

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Navigating city

Available Transport Modes List

City Centre

Valdez300 m

Airports

Valdez Pioneer Field (VDZ) 6.8 km

Cordova Municipal (CKU) 136.6 km

Facilities

This hotel provides premium amenities for a memorable and relaxed stay

Spacious and Modern

“I had a wonderful experience in my spacious room equipped with a small fridge, microwave, and coffee machine. Everything looked brand new and was of high quality, which made my stay feel luxurious. The comfortable bedding was a highlight, and the fast Wi-Fi was a plus!” view full review

Great Gym and Pool

“I loved that the hotel had a well-maintained gym and pool available for use. Although I didn't get a chance to use them, they looked fantastic and inviting. It's always nice knowing these facilities are available for relaxation and fitness!” view full review

Decent Breakfast Offerings

“The breakfast buffet was quite good, offering a variety of options. While the hot dishes could have been a bit warmer at times, I appreciated that they served everything on proper plates instead of disposable ones. It made dining in the breakfast area feel more upscale!” view full review

Excellent Bathroom Design

“I was really impressed with the sparkling cleanliness and modern design of the bathroom. The walk-in shower was a standout feature, and I found the towels to be excellent quality. It definitely elevated my overall experience during the stay!” view full review

General

Non-smoking property
Free internet access
Parking
24-hour reception
ATM/Cash machine
Gift/Newsstand

Services

Laundry

Dining

Continental breakfast

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool

Hotel Location

144 E Egan, Valdez, Alaska, United States, 99686

Map view

144 E Egan, Valdez, Alaska, United States, 99686

City landmarks

Museum

The Valdez Museum and Historical Archive

640 m

Museum

Maxine and Jesse Whitney's Museum

1.2 km

Landmark

Valdez

610 m

Landmark

Whispering Giant

620 m

Landmark

Prince William Sound Community College Resident Housing

620 m

Landmark

Civic Center Cinema

1.1 km

Landmark

Bayside Community Church

780 m

Landmark

Trail of the Whispering Giants

810 m

Church

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

960 m

Landmark

Epiphany Church

980 m

Landmark

Columbia Glacier

1.0 km

Beach

Dock Point Trail

1.0 km

Landmark

Saint Francis Xavier Catholic Church

1.1 km

Landmark

Valdez Assembly of God

1.2 km

Landmark

Valdez Museum Annex

1.2 km

Landmark

First Baptist Church

1.4 km

Landmark

Seventh-Day Adventst

1.4 km

Landmark

Mineral Creek Trail

2.5 km

Landmark

Old Valdez

4.6 km

Landmark

Maxine and Jesse Whitney Museum

4.9 km

Landmark

Trans-Alaska Pipeline Terminal

5.0 km

Nearby

130 Meals Ave

Latte Dah Espresso

560 m

Restaurants

Latte Dah

750 m

Corner of Meals and Kobuk St Valdez

Northern Treats

400 m

118 South Meals Avenue

Aunty Yum Yum's

590 m

239 Harbor Dr

Guest Reviews and Hotel Ratings

Honest Guest Feedback Based on Real Stays

92%

Guests loved the hotel and would gladly return

9.2/10

Perfect

Rooms

9.8

Location

10.0

Service

9.2

Dining

8.6

Douglas

United States, September 2024

9.0/10

My wife and I loved our recent trip to Valdez! The hotel was great; the room was spacious and comfortable, the breakfast was surprisingly good with a wide variety of options, and the location was perfect for exploring the town. We'll definitely be back!

Rooms

10.0

Our room was HUGE, with a king-size bed and a very nice, modern bathroom. Everything felt new and clean.

Service

8.0

Most of the staff were friendly and helpful, always willing to assist. One staff member was a bit snippy but overall the service was very pleasant.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is fantastic; it's a short walk to the harbor and close to restaurants and shops. We loved being able to walk downtown easily, without noise from the street.

Dining

8.0

The free breakfast was a real highlight. It had both hot and cold options, with fresh fruit, which was great. It wasn't fancy but definitely tasty!

Facilities

9.0

The hotel is pretty new; everything felt modern and well-maintained, though the wardrobe was a bit small in comparison to the room. It didn't bother us though.

United States, September 2024

9.0/10

Our recent trip to Valdez was a success, largely due to this hotel. The room was perfect, with a comfy bed and a great view. The staff were also very nice and the breakfast was great!

Rooms

10.0

The room was spacious and clean, with a comfortable king-size bed. The view of the harbor was a bonus!

Service

9.0

The staff were friendly and helpful. Check-in and check-out were smooth and easy.

Location

10.0

The location is ideal. It is just 2 short blocks from the harbor.

Dining

9.0

Breakfast was delicious, with a wide variety of options, both hot and cold. I loved the selection!

Facilities

8.0

The hotel itself is small but very well-laid out and nicely appointed.

William

United States, August 2024

10.0/10

Valdez trip was amazing. Hotel was great! Room was spotless and the bed was heavenly. Breakfast was good, staff very accommodating.

Rooms

10.0

Spotless room with a very comfortable king-size bed. So clean, it felt like we were the first to stay there.

Service

10.0

The staff are very accommodating, friendly and helpful. They opened the breakfast buffet early for us, which was a lifesaver!

Location

10.0

Great location. Close to everything we wanted to do. Easy parking too!

Dining

9.0

Free hot breakfast every morning. Lots of choices. Good start to each day!

Facilities

9.0

Everything was modern and clean. The only thing I could think to improve was maybe updating the wardrobe to something slightly more spacious.

United States, June 2024

8.0/10

We had a wonderful time in Valdez. The hotel was perfectly located; close to everything. The room was very comfortable and spacious and the staff was very friendly and helpful. The breakfast was ample.

Rooms

9.0

Our room was spacious and very comfortable. The bed was excellent.

Service

9.0

The staff were very accommodating and friendly. They were always willing to help.

Location

10.0

The location was ideal. We could easily walk to many restaurants and shops.

Dining

7.0

Breakfast was good, with a wide selection, but the quality wasn't amazing.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel was clean and well-maintained. It's a pretty new building, so everything is modern.

Tom

United States, October 2023

10.0/10

This hotel exceeded my expectations! From the warm welcome to the amazing breakfast buffet, everything was fantastic. The room was huge and the bed was beyond comfortable. I loved the location, too, just a stone's throw from the harbor. I wish I could've stayed longer!

Rooms

10.0

The room was exceptionally large and clean, with a super comfortable king-size bed, and a modern bathroom. It was just perfect for my needs.

Service

10.0

The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. They went above and beyond to make my stay amazing. I received a warm welcome right away.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is superb. It's right off the harbor, which was amazing. It was very convenient to walk to the harbor and restaurants.

Dining

10.0

The complimentary breakfast buffet was wonderful, with a wide variety of choices. I loved everything that they offered!