Tucked away near Seward Waterfront Park, A Swan Nest Inn offers a tranquil retreat. Enjoy a full breakfast, stroll through the garden, and take advantage of in-room WiFi. With barbecue grills and helicopter tours nearby, previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Alaska SeaLife Center - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Seward Boat Harbor - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
Lowell Point State Recreation Site - 9 min drive - 4.8 km
Getting around
Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl. Airport (ANC) - 146 min drive
Restaurants
The Breeze Inn Restaurant - 3 min drive
Firebrand BBQ - 17 min walk
Highliner Restaurant - 3 min walk
The Cookery - 3 min walk
Ray's Waterfront - 3 min drive
About this property
A Swan Nest Inn
Situated by the ocean, A Swan Nest Inn is a great choice for a stay in Seward. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails and mountain biking, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and full breakfast daily between 7 AM and 9 AM. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.
At a glance
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Hotel size
6 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning 7 AM–9 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area
Barbecue grills
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
What to do
Helicopter/airplane tours
Bicycle rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Facilities
Built in 1918
Garden
Picnic area
Television in common areas
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Ceiling fan
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
More
Housekeeping (on request)
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 30 (subject to availability)
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at A Swan Nest Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at A Swan Nest Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at A Swan Nest Inn?
Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 30 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at A Swan Nest Inn and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, hiking, and horseback riding. Additional recreation onsite includes helicopter/airplane tours. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around A Swan Nest Inn like?
A Swan Nest Inn is a short 3-minute walk from Seward Waterfront Park and 7 minutes' walk from Alaska SeaLife Center.
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Reviews
A Swan Nest Inn Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4
Cleanliness
9.6
Location
9.6
Staff & service
9.2
Eco-friendliness
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
Made to order breakfast was a highlight, with many guests praising its quality and variety. (65 reviews)
Delicious breakfasts were made to order and served in a cozy dining area. (5 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
2 September 2025
Great location and really cute inn. Room is clean and bed is comfortable. Breakfast was awesome. We had a great time there.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 June 2025
Our family loved the inn, its location, the breakfast, and the inn staff.
Trisha
Trisha, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 June 2025
Great breakfast, friendly staff, easy check-in.
Lydia
Lydia, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 September 2025
Fun place to stay
The room was fun with the loft. Would be great with kids. Could use some better lighting at the bedside to be able to read a book. Breakfast was just what we needed.
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 August 2025
A great family stay
This was one of our favorite stays on our family trip to Alaska. The location was great, it was set up perfectly for meeting other travelers. It was super close to almost everything in the downtown area. The loft areas offered in some rooms are great for kids. The breakfast every morning was delicious
Linda
Linda, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 June 2025
This is a great place to stay in Seward. Walkable to the downtown attractions and shops, with great views of Resurrection Bay. The breakfast is very good and everyone was pleasant to deal with.
Katie
Katie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 May 2025
Very easy check-in and very comfortable room. Also the common room was nice and breakfast was good.
Susan
Susan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 September 2025
I had a informed them we might arrive a little and were told no problem our room is ready. Key in the door and we were in. Fire in the fireplace hot water for hot chocolate etc. Very cozy then breakfast the following morning. They have a menu to choose from. Cooked while we had coffee. Hot off the grill do delicious. Everyone very helpful and friendly. This is our second time there and will use them as again. Thanks.
Gary
Gary, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 June 2025
We LOVED our stay and would 100% come back. The location was ideal and central. The staff was always friendly and helpful. The made to order breakfast was great and we loved the personal touches of fresh sourdough goodies. The room was very clean and the common areas were spacious and clean as well.
Hannah
Hannah, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
24 August 2025
Zentral gelegenes Inn
Die Zimmer sind sehr klein, nicht einmal ein Stuhl zum Setzen ist vorhanden.
Frühstück ist in Ordnung, man kann aus einigen Dingen wählen und es wird dann frisch zubereitet. Das angebotene Loft ist für Erwachsene nur sehr eingeschränkt zu nutzen
Horst
Horst, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 August 2024
Great location, excellent breakfast.
Omkar
Omkar, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 June 2025
The hotel was a quaint and charming property located close to many attractions and nice restaurants in Seward. The place was very clean and well equipped. There is a shared kitchen which you can use to heat up or make simple meals. The beds are very comfortable. We had to check out very early before breakfast time, and the host was kind enough to pack breakfast for us before we left. Would recommend the place !
SAIF
SAIF, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
7 June 2025
I really liked the staff and it felt very homey, but the room was very tiny with nowhere to sit. The common area was next to our room, which felt a bit awkward hearing people’s conversations through the door.
Karin
Karin, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 September 2024
We had a great time and enjoyed breakfast.
David
David, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
22 September 2024
I would love to stay here again. Great view of the bay, friendly staff and first class breakfast.
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
7 June 2025
There is a very nice breakfast and the room is nice. The one issue is that the loft, where the second bed is, has a very low ceiling (I knew about the ladder, but I didn't realize that you wouldn't be able to stand up. Great for kids, not so much for adults. Very friendly staff.
Ruth
Ruth, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 May 2025
Loved our stay! I knew there was a ladder but (not the fault of owners) I didn’t realize how tired I would be going up and down after walking all day lol. Also in room 7 it gets so hot upstairs. Other than that it was a comfortable stay!
Minnie
Minnie, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
22 May 2024
Breakfast was good and great staff!
Algeria
Algeria, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 September 2024
Check in was very easy, our room was clean and warm when we arrived. Will definitely stay here again...
Stephanie
Stephanie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 July 2024
Location and staff were excellent
Cynthia
Cynthia, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 May 2024
What a beautiful place, close to several dining options and right in front of the bay.
Scott
Scott, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 July 2024
Awesome location, friendly staff, delicious breakfast and the place is homey. We enjoyed our stay! Thank you for the hospitality.
Rose
Rose, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 June 2024
We loved staying in a B&B in downtown Seward and the Swan’s Nest was perfect for our family.
STEPHANIE
10/10 Exceptional
26 August 2024
The make a great breakfast and it's superbly convenient to the "downtown" area in Seward walkable to all the restaurants and such.