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Our top choices for Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area hotels

A dining room with a wooden table, chairs, a cabinet with glass doors, and a view of mountains through large windows.
A room with a stone fireplace, a bookshelf, and various mounted animal heads on the wall.
A green house with a front porch, a tree, and a welcome sign.
A landscaped garden with a rock formation, a potted plant with pink flowers, and a sign reading "The Unfreeds".

1. Gateway Overlook

Gateway Overlook
3.3 km from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
United States
Kenneth R
₹14,085
₹16,697 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Gateway Overlook
A West Butt Trail sign with a map and a person walking on a gravel path.
A compact room with a kitchenette, two beds, a desk, and a television.
A corner of a room with a wooden floor, a black microwave, a toaster, a coffee maker, a small potted plant, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A hallway with a refrigerator, a mail slot, and a door labeled "PRIVATE".

2. The Pioneer Motel

The Pioneer Motel
6.7 km from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
United States
Halyna
₹13,727
₹14,962 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
The Pioneer Motel
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a wooden coffee table, and a grey sofa.
A modern living room with a large brown sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on a wooden panel, and a black coffee table.
A modern two-story house with a balcony, a staircase, and a garage.
A kitchen with a double sink, white cabinets, and a window providing a view of trees.

3. Colony Suites

Colony Suites
6.6 km from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
₹21,381
₹28,560 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Colony Suites
A stone fireplace with a carved wooden panel above it, surrounded by seating and potted plants.
A buffet table with various food items including Caesar salad, croutons, shredded cheese, and a bowl of dip.
A covered patio with wooden flooring, metal chairs, and tables. There are flower baskets on the windowsills.
A stone fireplace with a carved log centerpiece, flanked by potted plants and a dark leather sofa.

4. Grand View Inn & Suites

Grand View Inn & Suites
9.3 km from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
United States
Linda
₹17,137
₹18,422 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Grand View Inn & Suites
A lakeside lodge with a dock, a red building with a balcony, and an American flag.
A wooden bed with a red blanket, a wooden nightstand, a wooden chair, a wooden cabinet, a painting on the wall, and a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a microwave.
Three men sitting at a bar with glasses of beer, wooden walls, and a view of mountains in the background.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel microwave, a sink, and a vase with yellow flowers.

5. Mat-Su Resort

Mat-Su Resort
11.2 km from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
United States
Jerry
₹22,422
₹23,543 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Mat-Su Resort
A hotel room with a bed, a blue armchair, a dining table, a kitchen area with a microwave, and a refrigerator.
A multi-story hotel with a parking lot, air conditioning units, and a flag on the building.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and dishwasher. There is a small dining area with a table and chairs.
A laundry room with a sign for soap, bleach, and softeners, a coin-operated dryer, and a wall-mounted dispenser.

6. Alaska's Select Inn Wasilla

Alaska's Select Inn Wasilla
9.5 km from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
United States
Dennis
₹19,913
₹20,908 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Alaska's Select Inn Wasilla
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area.
A living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, a TV on a wooden stand, a potted plant, and a door leading to another room.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island.
A single-story house with a front porch, a front door, and two windows on either side.

7. Susitna Suites

Susitna Suites
19.7 km from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
United States
Tiffany
₹26,284
₹37,140 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Susitna Suites
A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a framed picture on the wall, and a carpeted floor.
A reception desk with a wooden finish, a sign indicating restrooms, framed wildlife pictures, and a clock on the wall.
A view of a town with a mountain range in the background, a green park with trees, and a building with a red roof.
A hotel with a dark facade, multiple windows, and a visible restaurant with outdoor seating.

8. Eagle Hotel

Eagle Hotel
6.1 km from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
United States
Karrie
₹15,031
₹16,384 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Eagle Hotel
A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, including tables and chairs, overlooking a lake with mountains in the background.
A wooden building with a stone base, labeled "CHOPHOUSE," featuring a staircase and a view of a lake and mountains.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a mounted moose head, and a modern sofa set.
A stone fireplace with a fire, surrounded by leather chairs in a dining area.

9. Best Western Lake Lucille Inn

Best Western Lake Lucille Inn
15.1 km from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
United States
Paul
₹23,852
₹25,641 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Best Western Lake Lucille Inn
A restaurant interior with wooden walls, hanging greenery, and pendant lighting. Tables are set with chairs, and there are framed pictures on the walls.
A building with a neon sign and a parking lot at night.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a mirror, and a window with curtains.
A hotel with a large parking lot, a sign for 'The Windbreak Hotel', and a clear blue sky with clouds.

10. Windbreak Hotel

Windbreak Hotel
10.4 km from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
United States
Juanita
₹12,404
₹13,334 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Windbreak Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A dining room with a wooden table, chairs, a cabinet with glass doors, and a view of mountains through large windows.
Gateway Overlook
9.8
Exceptional
102 reviews
View
A West Butt Trail sign with a map and a person walking on a gravel path.
The Pioneer Motel
9.0
Wonderful
833 reviews
View
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a wooden coffee table, and a grey sofa.
Colony Suites
10.0
Exceptional
116 reviews
View
A stone fireplace with a carved wooden panel above it, surrounded by seating and potted plants.
Grand View Inn & Suites
8.4
Very good
1,006 reviews
View
A lakeside lodge with a dock, a red building with a balcony, and an American flag.
Mat-Su Resort
8.6
Excellent
195 reviews
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Top Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

The Pioneer Motel

The Pioneer Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Great, clean, convinient place in Palmer."
Halyna 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Pioneer Motel
Windbreak Hotel

Windbreak Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Newer design room working AC and TV. Bring your own log in info for Netflix, prime, YouTube TV ext. no antenna TV in this area. You must arrive before 10PM. After that a room key is needed to unlock doors. Restaurant opens at 7 AM. If you want food earlier Valley Inn in Palmer, AK has 24 hour restaurant. Bring a tub stopper if you want a bath, Shower available. On property restaurants are great. Bar is great. No elevator. 2nd floor rooms. We had a great stay."
Thomas 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Windbreak Hotel
Mat-Su Resort

Mat-Su Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Our stay was the best of the entire vacation. Loved the room (including the furniture and artwork) and the view was only icing on the cake. The restaurant was great as well"
Douglas 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Mat-Su Resort
Stay Alaska - Modern Stays in the Wild

Stay Alaska - Modern Stays in the Wild

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful place! Loved the bright rooms looking out into Alaska nature. Very clean. Our host was great with communicating and getting us settled in. My son and I loved staying here on our way to Denali. Private hot tub was also great."
holly 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Stay Alaska - Modern Stays in the Wild
Eagle Hotel

Eagle Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Good"
Betty 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Eagle Hotel
Alaska's Lake Lucille B&B

Alaska's Lake Lucille B&B

10/10 Excellent
"Check-in was very easy. The grounds are absolutely immaculate with plenty of beautiful flowers. The room was very clean and provided instructions were clear and easy to follow. Carol did an amazing job with breakfast! Highest recommendation!"
Tommy 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Alaska's Lake Lucille B&B
Snowgoose Pond Bed & Breakfast

Snowgoose Pond Bed & Breakfast

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent sleeping. The bottom of the bathtub was very slippery. Breakfast was perfect!!!"
Carrie 3-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Snowgoose Pond Bed & Breakfast
Gateway Overlook

Gateway Overlook

10/10 Excellent
"Cathy and her family were very accommodating and provided a great value. The breakfast was amazing. The view was amazing. The bed was amazing. The shower was amazing. It was a great stay."
Jonathan 1-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Gateway Overlook
Alaska Back Country Cottages

Alaska Back Country Cottages

10/10 Excellent
"The place was very nice we watched helicopters flying in and out very entertaining and not noisy, we saw a moose very close to cabin ,loved our stay very safe ,clean ,and relaxing, definitely would stay again."
Mancel 1-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
Alaska Back Country Cottages

Other attractions near Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area

Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site

9.8/10 (24 reviews)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site during your travels in Gateway. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm

8.8/10 (6 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm, a lovely green space in Gateway. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
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Arkose Brewery

9.4/10 (3 reviews)
You can take time to visit Arkose Brewery during your travels to Palmer. Wander the forests or discover the area's mountain views.
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Palmer Visitor Information Center

9.0/10 (7 reviews)
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Palmer Visitor Information Center in Palmer. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
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Mat-Su Visitors Center

8.2/10 (10 reviews)
After visiting Mat-Su Visitors Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Palmer. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
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Colony House Museum

10.0/10 (4 reviews)
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Colony House Museum during your trip to Palmer. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area?
Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area is located in Gateway. You'll find 109 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best place to stay close to Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area?
Gateway Overlook is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this B&B offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area. Other good choices within a few miles include The Pioneer Motel and Eagle Hotel.
How many hotels will I be able to find near Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area?
Expedia has 109 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area.
What can I see and do near Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Palmer Visitor Information Center and Colony House Museum. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm and Bodenburg Butte. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site, Finger Lake and Cottonwood Lake.