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Millennium Alaskan Hotel
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- Price Range:
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$$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- No
- Coat Check:
- No
7 reviews for Millennium Alaskan Hotel
This was a clean hotel, but honestly was a bit over-hyped. Without discounts, it is normally pretty expensive for a busted A/C control...and a window AC unit. We had 4 in our party, and the double bed option were "Double beds" not queens. In hind sight, I would have rather stayed at the Long House Alaskan Lodge just up the road....
Their food at the restaurant was also a bit over priced....but it was good. Sitting inside with the doors open letting in the mosquitoes was a bit of let down...but If you are used to classy amenities...this place is one of the better places that Anchorage has to offer (from what I can tell); however, you should set your expectations that this is not the same as a hotel in most major cities...most likely due to the traditional extreme weather.
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Not the worst hotel I've ever been in, but for being called the "Millennium Hotel" they sure as hell are operating like they're in the last one. When I go to a hotel I'm looking for 3 major things:
1.) Free Wireless Internet - in the year 2009 if a hotel doesn't provide you with wireless internet for free they're ripping you off.
2.) Free continental breakfast - Seriously, how can this not be standard?
3.) Proximity to my main destination.
Millennium Hotel failed miserably on 1 and 2. 3 they got lucky with, but overall I was very unhappy with my stay at the Millennium Hotel. The building was old and it seemed like they weren't really keeping up with the maintenance that well either.
This is a hotel for old people.
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This is a great spot to get an expensive brunch on a special occasion. We end up here for that purpose every one or two years. Nothing stands out but their entrees are well executed and the fruit fresh. They have good coffee(very important in my book!). The view of the float plane airport is quite good.
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I stayed at the Millenium Alaskan twice on business, and both visits have been exceptional. I never had a better hotel experience in Anchorage. They must be striving to keep their hotel thriving since it has been the official hotel of the Iditarod for quite some time now. That's a bragging right I'd hate to spoil.
The lobby, while dimly lit with a rustic feel, did not feel stuffy at all. The rooms, from my experience, were always immaculate. They actually had a homey vibe. In the bathroom, a vent fan with built-in heater and nightlight was a surprise creature comfort.
One gripe I have about the hotel is the layout. It's long and somewhat narrow, and the main entrance is at one end so if your room is at the other end of the building you're in for a hike. Fortunately there are access doors near the other end that guests can enter with their room keycard. Also on the upside, there is ample parking space.
Another gripe was I had to pay for wireless internet access, but that could have changed.
The Millenium Alaskan is also an ideal venue for wedding receptions, conferences, and company parties. Their catering service is the only option for food in events, and although the meals I had there were enjoyable, they were a little on the bland side.
Free airport shuttle service and close proximity to the airport are two more reasons the Millenium deserves a high rating.
Alaska is amazing. But the towns like Anchorage and Wasilla are a bit depressing. Architecturally void. Filled with RVs, strip malls and mobile homes. But that's not the focus ... the mountains and animals are, the fishing and the hunting are, the hiking and preservation are. The Millenium might be one of the nicest hotels in Anchorage and it's priced like it. But if you are expecting a 4 star hotel with water views, you will be disappointed.The staff is pleasant and they do have laundry facilities for those of us who were camping etc. I stayed there solely for its location close to the airport and it's where my tour with Backroads began. So it was convenient. I also booked my room through American Express using my Amex points. So essentially it was free anyway. But I give it a 3. Consider it a Holiday Inn with a interesting lobby and bar ... and you will be happy. They also have a free shuttle service to the airport that will leave anytime you need it to.
Not a fan. At all. Hallways and common areas are tired. Food from room service arrived cold. Staff was not friendly. And aside from being somewhat close to the airport, it's not close to downtown where you should stay. It is located on a little lake and you can see the sea planes take off & land however there would be no other reason to stay at this hotel.
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The Flying Machine Restaurant has very good food but beware it is overpriced. They have a very good Sunday brunch with a large selection of items such as Crab, Shrimp, Halibut and etc, but it will set you back almost $30 bucks a head. They also serve a fabulous spread on Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas but be prepared to pay though the nose, over $40 bucks a head on special occasions.
