Aspen Suites Hotel Juneau is the kind of practical, comfortable hotel that suits families, groups and longer stays. It is in the Mendenhall Valley near the airport, which places it a short drive from Mendenhall Glacier, the Valley's shops and restaurants, and the road to Auke Bay and the boat harbors. The suites format typically gives you more space than a standard room, often with a separate sitting area and kitchen amenities, which is helpful if you are traveling with children, staying several nights or wanting to prepare some of your own meals. The hotel is not in the walkable downtown core, so it works best for travelers with a rental car or a plan for rideshares, and it works well as a base for independent exploration of the glacier and the surrounding valley.
The location has benefits and trade-offs. The benefits are easy airport access, closer proximity to the glacier and shopping at the Valley's supermarkets, which make it convenient to stock up on snacks and picnic food before a day on the trail. The trade-off is that downtown, the cruise docks and the Mount Roberts Tramway are across town, roughly a twenty to thirty minute drive depending on traffic.
If you are arriving by air for a short stay, the hotel is a straightforward choice, and if you are flying out early the airport proximity can reduce stress. Ask about shuttle services, as some hotels in the airport area offer rides.
On the room side, expect suite configurations that may include a bedroom and living area, a kitchenette or kitchen, a work area and Wi-Fi, but confirm the specific amenities of each room type, since layouts differ. The extra space makes it easier to store gear after a wet day on the trail and to spread out with a family.
Check policies on breakfast, parking and pets when you book. Laundry facilities, if available, are valuable for longer trips, and a kitchen can reduce costs in a town where restaurant meals are not cheap. Read recent reviews for notes about noise, cleanliness and service.
Who it suits
Families, groups of friends, extended-stay travelers, visitors renting a car and travelers who want a practical base for glaciers and wildlife excursions. It is less suited to cruise passengers who want to be near the ship, or to travelers who prefer a historic or boutique feel.
Pair a stay here with a morning at Mendenhall Glacier, a whale watching trip from Auke Bay and an evening cooking or dining locally. Reserve early in summer, confirm cancellation terms and ask the hotel to explain the best routes into town. Pack rain gear regardless of season, because Juneau weather is changeable.
Why stay here
- ✓Suite-style rooms with extra space
- ✓Mendenhall Valley location
- ✓Near Juneau airport
- ✓Short drive to Mendenhall Glacier
- ✓Kitchen amenities (confirm by room type)
- ✓Good for families and longer stays
- ✓Near Valley shops and supermarkets
- ✓Car or rideshare needed for downtown
Good questions
Is it near the airport?+
Yes, it is in the Mendenhall Valley area near the airport.
Is it walkable to downtown?+
No. Downtown is across town, so plan on a car, taxi or bus.
Does it suit longer stays?+
Yes, suite layouts and kitchen amenities help families and extended stays. Confirm room details when booking.