Recommended hotels in Valdez
1. Best Western Valdez Harbor Inn
Best Western Valdez Harbor Inn
2. Totem Hotel and Suites
Totem Hotel and Suites
3. Chugach Naswik Suites
Chugach Naswik Suites
4. Valdez Home - Fishing and Mountain Adventures
Valdez Home - Fishing and Mountain Adventures
5. 1-bedroom apartment in Valdez
1-bedroom apartment in ValdezLearn more about Valdez
Surrounded by towering glaciers, this coastal paradise offers unforgettable wildlife cruises where sea otters and humpbacks often make appearances. Adventurous travelers can kayak through iceberg-filled fjords or fish for salmon in pristine waters teeming with the season's catch.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I expect from a motel trip to Valdez?
If you can't find a motel in Valdez, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let Expedia help you find a similar property from over 37 hotels and other lodging options. Simply filter using our search tools by nightly room rate or cost-effective amenities such as free parking and free airport transportation.
What are motels like?
Motels often offer free parking, and many also feature an outdoor pool. Often one or two stories tall, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the parking lot. Motels made their debut in the 1920s as convenient lodging for the tired traveler taking a road trip along America's major roadways.
What are the best motels in Valdez?
These are some more economical accommodations to book in Valdez. Keystone Hotel - Hotel Best Western Valdez Harbor Inn - Hotel Glacier Hotel - Hotel Totem Hotel and Suites - Hotel Chugach Naswik Suites - Hotel
What can I do in Valdez?
Visitors like Valdez for its waterfront. As you're sightseeing around the area, be sure to enjoy all there is to see and do. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Columbia Glacier, Ruth Pond Park, and Valdez Glacier Lake. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Shoup Bay State Marine Park, Jack Bay State Marine Park, and Shoup Glacier State Marine Park. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Valdez Museum, Valdez Post Office, and Maxine and Jesse Whitney Museum.
What's the seasonal weather like in Valdez?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Valdez to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 51°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 23°F. The snowiest months in Valdez are December, March, February, and January, with each month seeing an average of 11 inches of snowfall.
What are my options for getting around Valdez when staying in a motel?
We’ve gathered some information about local transportation options in Valdez to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Valdez, AK (VDZ), which is located 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into Tatitlek, AK (TEK), which is 21.2 mi (34.2 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.