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Your Gateway Vacation

Book a custom vacation package to Gateway and get ready for your next big adventure. Consider staying in the neighborhood of Fishhook, which is great for hiking and nature, for a real taste of this interesting city. Any trip to Gateway needs a well-crafted itinerary. Fill yours with major attractions such as Reindeer Farm, Musk Ox Farm and Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site. Stop dreaming and start traveling. Browse the range of options on Expedia today and put your Gateway vacation plans into action!

The Latest Gateway vacation packages

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Anchors Way Inn

Anchors Way Inn

2.5 out of 5
Northeast Anchorage
per person
Sep 24 - Sep 28
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Anchorage (ANC)
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
The Wildbirch Hotel in JdV by Hyatt

The Wildbirch Hotel in JdV by Hyatt

3 out of 5
Downtown Anchorage
Save 100% on your flight
per person
Aug 10 - Aug 15
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Anchorage (ANC)
9/10 Wonderful! (649 reviews)
The property is still under construction. The lobby and rooms are great but the property was very noisy at night and located in downtown.

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2025

Alyeska Resort

Alyeska Resort

4 out of 5
Alyeska
Save 100% on your flight
per person
Aug 10 - Aug 15
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Anchorage (ANC)
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
Beautiful views great staff

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Highland Glen Lodge

Highland Glen Lodge

3 out of 5
Hillside
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per person
Aug 28 - Sep 1
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Anchorage (ANC)
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
An elegant, comfortable, quiet, and charming stay in Anchorage. For those who don’t need to be downtown, I recommend this stay.

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

Tal-Adventures Lodge

Tal-Adventures Lodge

2 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
per person
Aug 6 - Aug 12
found 21 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Anchorage (ANC)
No reviews
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This is one of my favorite places to take kids, family, and friends when they come for a visit. It is a truly "Alaska" experience to be able to wander among and feed the Reindeer here. And the scenery on the way can't be beat! Landscape wise, Pioneer Peak is the star of the show on this trip along the Old Glenn Highway & Bodenburg Loop Road.

Reindeer Farm

4.5/5(13 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Reindeer Farm during your stay in Butte. Wander the forest or discover the area's mountain views.

Reindeer Farm
About 1 mile up a trail from the Independence Mine parking lot, beautiful lake awaits you.

Independence Mine State Historical Park

5/5(17 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Fishhook with a stop at Independence Mine State Historical Park. Wander the forest in this relaxing area.

Independence Mine State Historical Park
Pretty tough to beat the views of the valley from the top of the Butte.

Bodenburg Butte

3.5/5(2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Bodenburg Butte, a lovely green space in Butte. Wander the forest or discover the area's mountain views.

Bodenburg Butte

What to do in Gateway

Summer time on the glacier

Hike Matanuska Glacier w/Alaska Local Honey, Wine Tasting

$295
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hike Matanuska Glacier w/Alaska Local Honey, Wine Tasting
Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike And Tour

Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike And Tour

$310
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike And Tour
All Day Matanuska Glacier Hike from Anchorage

All Day Matanuska Glacier Hike from Anchorage

$310
per adult
All Day Matanuska Glacier Hike from Anchorage
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Gateway Hotel Deals

Snowgoose Pond Bed & Breakfast
Snowgoose Pond Bed & Breakfast
3 out of 5
10460 E Snowgoose Circle, Palmer, AK
$156 nightly
The price is $164 total per night from Jul 11 to Jul 12
$164 total
Jul 11 - Jul 12
Total includes taxes and fees
10/10 Exceptional! (100 reviews)
"Had a great experience here 5 years ago and when it was time to stay in the area again and came up in the search results as available there was no hesitation to stay here again. Lovely area, home and hosts. You won’t be disappointed."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Snowgoose Pond Bed & Breakfast
2 Master Suites-The Mountain View Chalet @ Abby's Place
2 Master Suites-The Mountain View Chalet @ Abby's Place
Palmer
9.8/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
Chalet mountain peace
"From the moment we booked the host was available and answered questions. The home is clean, beautiful and you can not beat the amazing view. Our family really enjoyed our time. There is a three bear grocery store, burger resturant and coffee shed, very close by. Hatchers Pass was a close as well. ..."

Reviewed on May 3, 2025

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2 Master Suites-The Mountain View Chalet @ Abby's Place
Matanuska Villa #2, Glacier Suites - Matanuska Villa #2
Matanuska Villa #2, Glacier Suites - Matanuska Villa #2
Matanuska-Susitna
$421 nightly
The price is $431 total per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
$431 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Total includes taxes and fees
9.6/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews)
Great accommodations
"Although this trip was bittersweet, since we came for a celebration of life for my brother who has lived here for forty years, it was a very nice trip. The accommodation were just right. We were able to host a small family dinner. If I come back up to Alaska or know anyone coming up here, would definitely ..."

Reviewed on May 12, 2025

Matanuska Villa #2, Glacier Suites - Matanuska Villa #2
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Gateway Essential Information

Language
English
Currency
U.S dollars
Population
5,600
Max Temp Winter
25ºF
Max Temp Summer
65ºF
Top Sights
Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site, Palmer Visitor Information Center and Pioneer Peak

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Gateway vacation package cost?
Offering excellent value package deals from $557 on Expedia, you'll be pleasantly surprised at how much a vacation to Gateway costs! Expedia's packages make travel planning easier and save you more.
What are the cheapest months to go to Gateway?
September, November and December are the best times to search for cheap Gateway vacation packages. Choosing to travel in less busy months means you can typically find lower prices on accommodations and flights.
How many days is enough for Gateway?
With a well-organized itinerary, you can easily tick off the most popular Gateway sights in a few days. But if you'd like to venture off the beaten track or go on day trips, consider booking your Gateway vacation for longer.
Is it worth booking a vacation package to Gateway?
It's no wonder a Gateway vacation is on the must-do list of many travelers. Leading attractions like Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site are just the beginning of things to see and do here.
How to find the best Gateway package deals?
Bagging a cheap Gateway package deal is a breeze with Expedia. After you've entered your destination and preferred dates under our "Packages" tab, set your maximum budget, add a few filters and see what's available. You can personalize your search by "Popular locations," "Property type," "Guest rating" and more. Order the results by "Price: low to high" to view the most economical Gateway package deals. Want a simple trick to score even more savings? Have some flexibility with your departure dates and consider traveling on a weekday, when prices are typically lower.
Is it cheaper to book a Gateway vacation as a package?
You can enjoy significant savings on your next Gateway escape by booking a customized vacation package. Check the "Package" heading, then enter your travel dates and destination to browse the best hotel prices and airfares. Bundle everything into a great-value package and you can save hundreds of dollars. Consider adding a car rental and you may land a better deal.
When to book a vacation package to Gateway?
If you're planning a spur-of-the-moment Gateway adventure, check out our last-minute deals that can be booked up to a week before you go. Don't want to leave things to the last minute? You can find terrific deals on your hotels and flights by booking well in advance.
How to plan a trip to Gateway?

  1. Pick your dates: What you'd like to do in Gateway and your preferred season will help you decide when to get away.
  2. Plan your budget wisely: As well as the cost of your accommodations, you should factor in other expenses too. These include flights, food and transportation. Also, put aside some extra funds for unexpected costs that could arise during your trip to Gateway.
  3. Discover Gateway with Expedia's trip planning tool: Gain insights into the top attractions and best properties for your trip to Gateway. You can also save your favorite locations, collaborate with family and friends and arrange all your plans in one place.
  4. Decide how long to go away for: Now that you're up to speed on Gateway, you can figure out the perfect length of your vacation. Pull together a draft plan and allocate enough time to cover everything you want to see.
  5. Bundle your bookings: With your travel dates in place, you can combine your flights, hotels, car rental and more into a customized Gateway vacation package.
  6. Book any excursions or activities: Now to the fun part --- locking in everything you want to see and do. Explore some of the incredible things to do in Gateway in Gateway and reserve your tickets in advance to save time (and maybe some dollars too!).

Does Expedia offer Book Now, Pay Later Gateway vacation packages?
If you're like us, you love traveling the world but don't love the big price tag that can come with it. That's why we've created Book Now, Pay Later vacations. With the help of online lender Affirm, you can spread the overall cost of your Gateway break across 3, 6 or 12 months. There are also no late payment fees or hidden costs, so you can snap up cheap vacation packages with payment plans as soon as you see them.
* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.