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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Room

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

2 Full Beds

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Apartment Annex

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Annex 1 Queen Bed

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Hotel Description

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Van Gilder Hotel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Seward Community Library & Museum. Features include free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a free area shuttle.

  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • Steps from Chugach Heritage Center and Seward Community Library & Museum
  • Free local-area and bus station shuttle shuttle service

Van Gilder Hotel ratings based on 1 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
2.0 out of 5 2.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 1.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 1.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 1.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 1.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Van Gilder Hotel

Everyone (1)
2 out of 5
sehr enttäuschend, es miefte richtig im ganzen Hotel, alles war sehr alt. Cafeecke, Maschine funktionierte auch nicht

Posted by on 23 Jul 2017

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Comment from Hotel Management

25 Jul 2017 by Manager

You are correct, it is very old. You booked a room in a 101 year old hotel. We have coffee, ice machine, microwaves, electric kettle, wifi, and flat screen tv

Renovations + Closures

The property is closed between 10 September and 14 May.

Property Features

Van Gilder Hotel offers its guests a library, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services. Public spaces have free WiFi. An area shuttle within 25 yards and a bus station shuttle are free. The historic Van Gilder Hotel also features express check-out, a microwave in a common area, and a fridge in a common area. Self parking is free. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Victorian Seward hotel.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1916
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free area shuttle

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Self parking (surcharge)

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Free area shuttle within 25 yards and bus station shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Van Gilder Hotel offers 20 accommodations with free toiletries. This Seward hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Hairdryers, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hairdryer available
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Heating
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste available
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 9:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in, please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM, please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 7:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Front desk opens daily at 9:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 9:00 PM
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are not available
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on-site
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Staff does not wear personal protective equipment
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • Food service has not been amended for enhanced safety
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are not in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guest stays

Hotel Names

  • Van Gilder
  • Van Gilder Hotel
  • Van Gilder Hotel Seward
  • Van Gilder Seward
  • Van Gilder Hotel Hotel
  • Van Gilder Hotel Seward
  • Van Gilder Hotel Hotel Seward

You should know

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
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