Summer
May – August
19 hours of daylight. Hike, fish, raft, and catch the Friday Fling downtown. The Alaska State Fair lands in late August.
Sleep in History. Wake to the Mountains.
Come stay in a restored 1930s landmark in downtown Palmer. See glaciers, gold mines, and the northern lights, all within an hour.
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Welcome to Palmer, Alaska
A 1935 farm town tucked into the Chugach Mountain Range, 45 minutes from Anchorage. Walkable streets, working farms, glacial rivers, and peaks on every horizon. Home to the Alaska State Fair, Palmer is your gateway to South Central Alaska. Wilderness starts at the edge of town.
A 1935 farm town tucked into the Chugach Mountain Range, 45 minutes from Anchorage. Walkable streets, working farms, glacial rivers, and peaks on every horizon. Home to the Alaska State Fair, Palmer is your gateway to South Central Alaska. Wilderness starts at the edge of town.
Palmer’s Oldest Hotel, Open Since 1936.
Before Palmer had a paved road, it had the Hyland. Originally the Hotel Palmer, then the Everglenn, this building has watched the valley grow from a New Deal farm colony into Alaska's most beautiful basecamp.
We kept the bones and the names of the families who built this town live on above each door, from the Palmer Suite to the Snodgrass at the top of the stairs. Then we added what modern travelers actually want: pillow-top beds, fast Wi-Fi, blackout curtains for those long summer nights, and showers with real water pressure. A historic inn with a modern touch.
THE LOCATION
Step Outside. Alaska is Right There.
Being in downtown Palmer means breakfast at Vagabond Blues is a two-minute walk and the trailhead for Lazy Mountain is a ten-minute drive.
Step Outside
Palmer's downtown is at your doorstep. Coffee, breweries, galleries, and the historic visitors center are all a short stroll from the front door. Walk to (under 5 min): Visitor Center and garden, Vagabond Blues, Palmer Bar & Grill, Bigfoot Gallery, Homespun Alley artisans.
Drive a Little
Grab the keys for an afternoon. Reindeer, gold mines, and Hatcher Pass are all a quick spin from town, and Anchorage is closer than you think. Drive to (under an hour): Reindeer Farm, Hatcher Pass & Independence Mine (34 min), Anchorage (48 min).
Make a Day of It
Pack a thermos and point the car north. These are the drives people fly to Alaska for, and you'll be back in your room by nightfall. Day trips worth the gas: Matanuska Glacier, Talkeetna, Denali National Park.
When to Come
Every season is the season.
Fall
September – October
Tundra turns red. Aurora season begins. Crowds thin out.
Winter
November – March
Northern lights overhead, ski tracks at Hatcher Pass, snowmachining out of Jim Creek. Cozy rooms, cold nights, hot tubs nearby.
Spring
April
Shoulder-season rates, snow still on the peaks, baby reindeer at the farm down the road.
Why Travelers Choose Us
Mountain Views
Free Parking & Fast Wi-Fi
Modern amenities and comfort
24/7 Contactless Check-In
Sleep Somewhere With a Story
Eight rooms, eight pioneer names, one historic building.
What Guests Are Saying
Five stars, repeatedly.
"I'll stay again for sure — this is my favorite place so far!"
"Such a lovely spot in downtown Palmer! Definitely eat brunch at Vagabond Blues. There's coffee across the street at the Purple Moose."
"Host was very responsive and accommodating. This Airbnb was beyond what I expected. Great location right in downtown Palmer — historic building with modern amenities. Host was a 10/10."
"My sweet room was perfect for an evening exploring Palmer. Very comfy bed and a nice hot shower!"
"We have stayed here multiple times and had a great experience every time."
"Great spot in downtown Palmer. Walkable to restaurants, coffee shops and bars. Cozy inside and felt right at home."
"Nice place. Comfortable. The mattress was an A++. I appreciate Jason's quick response and friendliness. I will stay there again."
"Great place to stay in Palmer."
"I have stayed at this hotel many times and it has always been a great stay. They are very responsive. Each unit is very comfortable and clean. Highly recommend this hotel!!"
"What a lovely and clearly cared-for, well-curated space — blends historic features with modern appliances and touches. The location is perfectly walkable to everything downtown. Would stay again!"
"So cute this room! Laid out very well! I loved it! So quiet! Easy instructions for check in and out. Thank you very much!"
"Was cozy and a neat little spot in the heart of Palmer. Cool building that has held its beauty withstanding the wrath of time and the elements of Mother Nature that Alaska brings."
"Great spot close to our winter adventure location. Would highly recommend!"
"Clean, well maintained and a comfortable place to stay. Easy access to downtown Palmer. I was worried it might be a little loud with road noise, but I slept great."
"It was super easy to find the place and we left the next day feeling rested to keep going."
"Great place to stay. Close to the conference I attended. Would definitely stay again."
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