Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson Hotels

Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson overview

Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson is known for its museums. Sports fans will enjoy golf. Spend a relaxing day at Kincaid Park when the weather is nice. Make some time to enjoy the local sights such as Sullivan Arena. A family- and business-friendly area, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson also has something for everyone.

Where to stay in Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson

Whether you're planning to stay for a night or for the week, the area around Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson has accommodations to fit every need. Search for hotels in Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson with Hotels.com by checking our online map. Our maps display the areas and neighborhoods around all Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson hotels so you can see how close you are from landmarks and attractions, and then refine your search within the larger area. The best Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson hotel deals are here with our lowest price guarantee.

How to get to Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson

Fly in to Anchorage, AK (ANC-Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl.), 11.3 mi (18.2 km) from downtown Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson.

What to see around Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson

Fun activities are on hand like golf and skiing, along with attractions such as:

• • Moose Run Golf Course
• • Hillberg Ski Area
• • Alpenglow at Arctic Valley
• • Hilltop Ski Area
• • Anchorage Golf Course

Sights especially popular with families include:

• • Elmendorf State Hatchery
• • Imaginarium - Science Discovery Center
• • Alaska Zoo
• • H2Oasis Indoor Waterpark
• • Potter's Marsh Bird Sanctuary

A top draw is the area's museums, as well as places like:

• • Alaska Native Heritage Center
• • Alaska Museum of Natural History
• • Ulu Factory
• • Alaska State Troopers Museum
• • Alaska Veterans Museum

Whether window-shopping or searching for a perfect souvenir, here are some favorite shopping areas:

• • Anchorage Market and Festival
• • Anchorage 5th Avenue Mall
• • SoNo District
• • Dimond Center

Some popular places in the area to visit include:

• • Sullivan Arena
• • Kincaid Park

When to visit Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson

Wondering when's the best time to visit? Here are seasonal norms to help you plan your trip:

Seasonal temperature averages

• • January-March: 40°F day, 8°F night
• • April-June: 67°F day, 24°F night
• • July-September: 68°F day, 37°F night
• • October-December: 50°F day, 10°F night

Seasonal rainfall averages

• • January-March: 2.24 inches
• • April-June: 2.20 inches
• • July-September: 8.43 inches
• • October-December: 4.80 inches