Description: I booked Inlet Tower through Priceline; it was 3.5 star hotel, and in the downtown area, and that is all I knew. The hotel is on 11th Street, and most of 'Downtown Anchorage' is between 3rd and 6th. So, it is only a few blocks away, which, in good weather is nothing. However, as this is Anchorage, in bad weather, that 15 minute walk may be just a bit too far for some people. For me, for the price, and because when I was there, there was relatively good weather (20-30 degrees all week), the walk was bearable.
The rooms were comfortable with a mini-kitchenette (fridge, microwave, and kitchen sink), a small dining table, and all the other comforts you'd expect at a hotel - and the bed was comfy. Inlet Tower also has a small gym and laundry facilities, which makes it a good option for a longer stay.
The downside is that besides your room, there really isn't a great place to hang out or lounge. The lobby is poorly designed, and although there is furniture, only a polar bear would want to hang around for more than a few minutes.
As well, there is a bar/restaurant called Mixx, that is on the first floor that is rather unwelcoming, and the food is only average, and should be used as a last resort, not a destination. Since the hotel is a few blocks away from most of downtown, expect to plan your meals accordingly, as you cannot just hop over to the nearest restaurant or cafe, as there are none in the immediate vicinity. To counter that however, is a good market just behind the hotel.
If you are on a budget, and have a longer stay, you can do worse than the Inlet. But, if you want to be in the mix of everything, and enjoy convenience, then you could also do better.
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