West Juneau Travel Guide
Juneau

Visit West Juneau
Things to do

Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching

Mendenhall Glacier White-Water Rafting & Scenic Float Adventure

Mendenhall Glacier Waterfall and Whale Watching Tour
Top hotels in West Juneau

Aviator Suites Hotel Juneau Airport
"This brand new conversion to an Aviator Suites is the best conversion in which I've ever stayed. The entire hotel property from the exterior to every fixture and piece of furniture was brand new or overhauled. The airport location is a quick car drive from Mendenhall Glacier, Auke Bay (ferry / harbor), ..."
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026

Baranof Downtown, BW Signature Collection
"We read the reviews and knew the hotel was dated but we were pleasantly surprised and pleased by the staff and accommodations. Breakfast buffet was good and filling. We even had AC in our room. Alaska is expensive. Juneau is expensive- everything has to be shipped in by plane or boat. The hotel is ..."
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026

Alaskan Hotel and Bar
"We chose this hotel because it was within walking distance to the Cruise Port, where we were departing from two days later. The website stated that much of the hotel had been renovated. If so, apart from the mattress, the renovations must have occurred in the 1950's. The new mattress sat on a creaky, ..."
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Waterfront on Glacier
"Nice sea view from the balcony. Traffic noise was heavy during the day but quieted down at night. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Gym was small and not well equipped. But if you want to have a jog, the path by the waterfront was fantastic. Food outlets are available only in downtown, which ..."
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026

Travelodge by Wyndham Juneau

Super 8 by Wyndham Juneau
"Staff was always available and helpful. Too bulky pillows. Hotels should have three different thicknesses of pillows. My neck kinks with large bulky pillows. Noisy. It's right next to the highway."
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026
Where to stay in West Juneau

Downtown Juneau
Downtown Juneau is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Juneau-Douglas City Museum and Alaska State Capitol while you're in town.

Mendenhall Valley
If you're spending some time in Mendenhall Valley, Alaska Powder Descents and Glacier Gardens Rainforest Adventure are top sights worth seeing.

Douglas
You'll enjoy the beaches and theatres in Douglas. You might want to make time for a stop at Perseverance Theatre or Gastineau Channel.

Back Loop
When in Back Loop, you can plan a visit to Alaska Powder Descents and Mendenhall Ice Caves, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Lemon Creek
While there might not be top attractions in Lemon Creek, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mendenhall Ice Caves and Alaska State Capitol.
















