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Our top choices for Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area hotels

A wooden cabin with a metal roof, surrounded by a well-maintained garden and a clear view of the mountains.
A cozy room with a sofa, a wooden bench, and a bed with a lace cover. There are framed pictures on the walls and a plant on the bed.
A lakeside garden with a wooden deck, a stone pathway, and a variety of plants and flowers.
A patio with four Adirondack chairs and a round table, surrounded by a wooden house with large windows and a brick pathway.

1. Alaska's Lake Lucille B&B

Alaska's Lake Lucille B&B
13.5 km from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
United States
Bruce
SAR 597
SAR 642 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Alaska's Lake Lucille B&B
A West Butt Trail sign with a map and a person walking on a gravel path.
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 compact kitchen with a wooden countertop, a black refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a trash bin.
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
Beth
SAR 505
SAR 551 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
The Pioneer Motel
A stone fireplace with a carved wooden panel above it, surrounded by seating and potted plants.
A reception desk with a wooden finish, a computer, and a bear painting on the wall.
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging flower baskets.
A stone fireplace with a carved log centerpiece, flanked by potted plants and a dark leather sofa.

3. Grand View Inn & Suites

Grand View Inn & Suites
9.3 km from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
United States
Richmond
SAR 503
SAR 540 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Grand View Inn & Suites
A dining room with a wooden table, chairs, a cabinet with glass doors, and a view of mountains through large windows.
A staircase with wooden steps leading to a landing, a kitchen area with wooden cabinets, and a fireplace with a stone surround.
A room with a stone fireplace, a bookshelf, and various mounted animal heads on the wall.
A landscaped garden with a rock formation, a potted plant with pink flowers, and a sign reading "The Unfreeds".

4. Gateway Overlook

Gateway Overlook
3.3 km from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
United States
Jennie
SAR 554
SAR 657 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Gateway Overlook
A wooden staircase leading to a second floor, a leather sofa, a wooden table with a lantern, and a television mounted on the wall.
A bedroom with a wooden dresser, a television on the wall, and two large wooden doors.
A modern kitchen with wooden flooring, a built-in refrigerator, and a wooden dining table with a basket.
A kitchen with a wooden island, bar stools, and a window overlooking a snowy landscape.

5. Alaska Back Country Cottages

Alaska Back Country Cottages
12.2 km from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
United States
Germain
SAR 1,002
SAR 1,052 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Alaska Back Country Cottages
A hotel room with a bed, a blue armchair, a dining table, a kitchen area with a microwave, and a refrigerator.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and dishwasher. There is a small dining area with a table and chairs.
A multi-story hotel with a parking lot, air conditioning units, and a flag on the building.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a telephone, and a window with curtains.

6. Alaska's Select Inn Wasilla

Alaska's Select Inn Wasilla
9.5 km from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
United States
MICHAEL DAVIS
SAR 473
SAR 497 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Alaska's Select Inn Wasilla
A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, including tables and chairs, overlooking a lake with mountains in the background.
A stone fireplace with a fire, surrounded by leather chairs in a dining area.
A wooden building with a stone base, labeled "CHOPHOUSE," featuring a staircase and a view of a lake and mountains.
A lakeside view with birch trees, a gazebo, and vibrant flowers.

7. Best Western Lake Lucille Inn

Best Western Lake Lucille Inn
15.1 km from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
United States
Jennifer
SAR 714
SAR 767 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Best Western Lake Lucille Inn
A lakeside lodge with a dock, a red building with a balcony, and an American flag.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel microwave, a sink, and a vase with yellow flowers.
Three men sitting at a bar with glasses of beer, wooden walls, and a view of mountains in the background.
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.

8. Mat-Su Resort

Mat-Su Resort
11.2 km from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
United States
Angela
SAR 883
SAR 927 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Mat-Su Resort
A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a framed picture on the wall, and a carpeted floor.
A hotel with a dark facade, multiple windows, and a visible restaurant with outdoor seating.
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.

9. Eagle Hotel

Eagle Hotel
6.1 km from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
United States
Susan
SAR 592
SAR 645 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Eagle Hotel
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 hotel with a large parking lot, a sign for 'The Windbreak Hotel', and a clear blue sky with clouds.
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.

10. Windbreak Hotel

Windbreak Hotel
10.4 km from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
United States
Titus
SAR 413
SAR 444 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Windbreak Hotel
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, a large island with bar stools, and pendant lighting.
A modern living room with a stone fireplace, wooden flooring, and a grey sectional sofa.
A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a TV stand.
A modern kitchen with a long island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

11. Serene Palmer Home: Walk to Downtown & Riverfront!

Serene Palmer Home: Walk to Downtown & Riverfront!
7.1 km from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
SAR 800
SAR 2,124 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Serene Palmer Home: Walk to Downtown & Riverfront!
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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 wooden cabin with a metal roof, surrounded by a well-maintained garden and a clear view of the mountains.
Alaska's Lake Lucille B&B
10.0
Exceptional
299 reviews
View
A West Butt Trail sign with a map and a person walking on a gravel path.
The Pioneer Motel
9.0
Wonderful
885 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
1,004 reviews
View
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
108 reviews
View
A wooden staircase leading to a second floor, a leather sofa, a wooden table with a lantern, and a television mounted on the wall.
Alaska Back Country Cottages
9.8
Exceptional
91 reviews
View

Top Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Colony Suites

Colony Suites

10/10 Excellent
"The unit we stayed in was beautiful! The decor was outstanding and the couch and bed were comfortable."
Cheryl 1-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Colony Suites
Grand View Inn & Suites

Grand View Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"My family has stayed at the Grand view many times when visiting Wasilla Alaska. its affordable, clean and very welcoming staff."
Richmond 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Grand View Inn & Suites
Cozy riverfront retreat with HOT TUB! Just 5 minutes from downtown Palmer.

Cozy riverfront retreat with HOT TUB! Just 5 minutes from downtown Palmer.

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful!"
Savannah M. 2-night trip
Posted 12 days ago
Cozy riverfront retreat with HOT TUB! Just 5 minutes from downtown Palmer.
StoryHaus Alaska - Gathering Retreat for Groups & Families

StoryHaus Alaska - Gathering Retreat for Groups & Families

10/10 Excellent
"Awesome place! Lots of room for our 17 multi-generational family. Very impressed with the property and our family loved the space and location. We had things going on both in Palmer and Wasilla through the week and we were so close to our family events. We would not hesitate to return if we have another family gathering!"
Darryl T. 4-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
StoryHaus Alaska - Gathering Retreat for Groups & Families
1st Floor Private Master Suite. BIGGER than a tiny home

1st Floor Private Master Suite. BIGGER than a tiny home

10/10 Excellent
"We would stay here again."
Craig D. 2-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
1st Floor Private Master Suite. BIGGER than a tiny home
Perfect Alaskan Get away! Comfy, cozy, and remote…you will not regret it.

Perfect Alaskan Get away! Comfy, cozy, and remote…you will not regret it.

10/10 Excellent
"The communication with the host was great.Beds were super comfy and the house was just what we were looking for as a base camp for a wedding weekend. Although there was not much time to spend in the yard, it was so welcoming and the mountains provide an amazing backdrop.Really hoping we will make it back to Palmer one day!"
Jennifer S. 3-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Perfect Alaskan Get away! Comfy, cozy, and remote…you will not regret it.
Large Home with Outstanding Views & Location

Large Home with Outstanding Views & Location

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing place. Loved the view. We had a wonderful time and a beautiful wedding"
teresa m. 4-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Large Home with Outstanding Views & Location
Palmer Apartment w/ Peaceful Pond!

Palmer Apartment w/ Peaceful Pond!

10/10 Excellent
"The downstairs apartment was clean, spacious, comfortable, and we'll equipped for our needs. The location was quiet and located well for our exploration of the Wasilla/Palmer area."
Jo H. 2-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
Palmer Apartment w/ Peaceful Pond!
4 Master Suites in the Heart of Alaska...Abby's Place.....

4 Master Suites in the Heart of Alaska...Abby's Place.....

10/10 Excellent
"We stayed at Abby’s place with family for our son’s wedding. Perfect for a family, with the 4 bedroom suites, big kitchen and seating area. The property is in a private setting and very convenient to get to. Felicia was a responsive host"
Elaina S. 2-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
4 Master Suites in the Heart of Alaska...Abby's Place.....

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 forest or discover the area's mountain views.
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Palmer Visitor Information Center

9.0/10 (7 reviews)
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Palmer Visitor Information Center during your trip to 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 exploring the galleries in 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 118 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area?
Gateway Overlook is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler 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 options within 5 miles include The Pioneer Motel and Eagle Hotel.
How many hotels will I find near Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area?
Expedia has 118 hotels and other accommodations 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, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area?
For more details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
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 Finger Lake.