Alyeska Resort, Girdwood

Location

Surrounded by the dramatic landscapes and wildlife viewing opportunities that Alaska is known for, Alyeska Resort is the perfect choice when staying in Alaska. Framed by mountain peaks, glaciers and ocean views, the ski resort is located approximately 27 miles from Anchorage and is the largest ski area in the state.

Accommodation

Built chateau-style, Alyeska Resort houses 304 luxury guest rooms and suites featuring coffee facilities with Starbucks coffee, mini fridge, slope side access, televisions and complimentary bathrobes and slippers. Choose a deluxe or summit room for mountain views or upgrade to a junior suite for extra living space and open plan layout with panoramic views from bay windows.

Dining

Breakfast is served in the Pond Café, offering an expansive menu filled with favourites including eggs benedict, cinnamon French toast, omelettes and a breakfast buffet. For lunch and dinner, the Aurora Bar & Grill specialises in fresh Alaskan seafood, steaks, gourmet sandwiches, salads and speciality pizza, whilst the resort ‘pop-up restaurant’ menu features dishes including filet mignon and porterhouse pork chop. Alternatively, dine on Asian-influenced meals at the Sakura Asian Bistro or satisfy light cravings with a quick stop at the Tramway Café, serving fresh coffee, breakfast burritos, deli wraps, baked goods and pizza by the slice.

Facilities

Spend days skiing on the resort slopes, downhill biking, cruise past glaciers, venture the scenic Alyeska Aerial Tram for panoramic views of the area and take part in activities arranged by a dedicated concierge team. Back at the resort, visit the hotel spa for a range of facials, massages and beauty treatments, keep active with a visit to the fitness centre or swimming pool and spend time browsing the unique shops, filled with one of a kind Alaskan souvenirs, outdoor clothing and home baked delicacies.