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The Kenai Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel within walking distance of Kenai Visitors and Cultural Center

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Deluxe Single Room | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, towels, soap - The Kenai Inn (Kenai)
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The Kenai Inn is a great choice for a stay in Kenai. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (2)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free self parking
  • Mini-fridge
$116 nightly
The total price is $123
Dec 27 - Dec 28
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Single Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Single Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Single Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
260 S Willow St, Kenai, AK, 99611

What's nearby

  • Leif Hansen Memorial Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kenai Visitors and Cultural Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Meeks Trailhead - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Kenai Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Challenger Learning Center - 2 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Kenai, AK (ENA-Kenai Municipal) - 2 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Playa-Azul Mexican Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Flats Bistro - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Paradisos Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Kenai Inn

The Kenai Inn is a great choice for a stay in Kenai. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 12 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
    • A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Services

  • Virtual front desk

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per stay

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Frequently asked questions

Does The Kenai Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Kenai Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Kenai Inn?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 50 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Kenai Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Kenai Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at The Kenai Inn and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Kenai Visitors and Cultural Center (6-min walk), Kenai Beach (1.1 mi), and Kenai River (3.1 mi).

What's the area around The Kenai Inn like?

The Kenai Inn is a short 4-minute walk from Leif Hansen Memorial Park and 7 minutes' walk from Kenai Historical Society.

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Reviews

The Kenai Inn Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

It was very clean and friendly service will definitely stay there again!!
Robert, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Even though the building is old and isn’t as visually appealing as others around, the room was comfortable, warm, hot water, coffee pot, microwave, refrigerator, and there was a drive through coffee shop out front.
William, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Enjoy it

The hotel is conveniently located and offers easy access to all areas. The room and bathroom are clean and tidy, the heating is adequate and easy to use, and the online service provided by Ms. Michelle was excellent and always helpful, clear and prompt.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Decent property clean rooms. There is no manager onsite. Not a lot to do or see in Kenai but ok for an overnight stop.
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Had a very great sleep nice rooms quite and very easy check in, we really appreciate for the stay the beds wer comfortable
Irina, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

$200 for what felt like a 1970’s property seemed REALLY expensive. A Hotel without a front desk, restaurant or staff. Unit was clean, nice size. Windows seemed broken but I was able to figure out how to open them. 6am garbage truck was a bummer.
Domonic, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Michelle the manager was very responsive and incredibly pleasant. Comfortable and quiet room. Will definitely be back.
Alice, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Súper clean and neat
Rene, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Quaint and quirky

Quaint place in an old strip mall. Room was nice but no staff on site meant we had to text when we needed anything. Took an hour to bring us a blow dryer—which is pretty standard in rooms so not sure why there wasn’t one. Ran out of toilet paper on our final day (we were provided only one roll) and asked for more about 3 hours before we left the room but no one ever brought us any. Room was clean and comfortable though. However the drapes were mostly sheer and we tried to pull them closed as best we could but could not block out a lot of the light. You would expect better curtains to block out light in Alaska.
Vicki, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed here while dipnetting. Excellent location. Great value. The room was clean, the bed was comfortable. Check in/out was very easy. The only thing was the bathroom door handle was installed backwards and my kids thought it was hilarious to lock me in the bathroom. 😂 10/10 would stay here again.
Amanda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Unexpected Gem

Unexpected value gem in Kenai. Close to shopping and movie theater. Clean and updated. I would stay here again.
cheryl, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Kenai area family trip.

My family and I stayed at the Kenai Inn for a two-day trip to a high school football game. Take this review with a grain of salt, but after a few days of reflection, here’s my honest impression. Upon arrival, my very first thought was of the great Eagles song “Hotel California.” Earlier that afternoon, Michelle, the hotel manager, had texted me the access codes for the front door and our room, explaining that this was a virtual check-in and to simply text when we arrived and checked out. Walking in, the place gave off a charmingly rustic 70s vibe. The quiet, empty lobby and lack of a front desk greeting added to the “Hotel California” atmosphere—no one to check us in, and, as it turned out, no other guests all weekend. Slightly eerie… but also kind of cool. Our room was on the second floor and featured two queen beds. It was surprisingly spacious and much more modern inside than I expected. The beds were comfortable, the bathroom worked just fine, and the water? Scalding hot perfection! The only hiccup came later that night—it got pretty warm, and there was no thermostat in sight. After some good old-fashioned “man skills” tinkering, I managed to crack open the window and let in that crisp Kenai air. Problem solved. Bonus perk: there’s a local coffee hut right outside. Just a fair warning—when I knocked on the window at 7 a.m. to say good morning, I nearly gave the poor barista a heart attack. All in all, if you’re looking
Heath, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

very comfortable and quaint
mary, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room was clean, bed comfortable. An older inn with well worn fixtures. I like the secure entry system. I would definitely stay here again
Sue, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Kenai inn

Room was clean, hotel was quiet. Bed was ok, had a 3" foam matress pad which helped, but there was an obvious pit in the mattress. Could improve the room lighting as just 3 table lamps. No desk personnel, given codes to enter hotel and room but no problem getting in. Grocery store nearby.
Craig F, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Whoop Whoop was a wonderful time
Quinn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The best place to stay in kenai!
Joseph, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good motel a bit stuffy and basic but great for price
Nicholas, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

I will be staying there again. It was nice and quiet.
chris, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was great
Kenneth, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff is super friendly. Hotel is being remodeled but very clean and you can't even tell. The rooms are comfortable, clean and very homey vs the very hotel set up at most places. Will definitely stay here on my next visit to the area.
Jessica, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was big and accepted pets we went to go fishing so it was located where we could go to alot of different places
Stephanie, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean and convenient.
Gregory, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

I will be staying here again
chris, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, comfortable, and simple. The place has a Kenai charm about it. Feels more like a guesthouse than a cookie-cutter-chain hotel room.
Shain, 1-night trip