The Best Western Country Lane Inn offers the predictable comfort of a well-known brand on the airport and Valley side of Juneau. Travelers choose it for the practical things: a standard room, a reasonable price relative to the rest of the town and an easy drive to the airport, the supermarkets and Mendenhall Glacier. It is not a boutique experience and it does not pretend to be, but for many people a reliable bed, a hot breakfast and good Wi-Fi are exactly what they want after a day of whale watching or hiking. It is a sensible choice for families, business travelers and visitors who arrive late or leave early, and it is a helpful option when downtown properties are full or priced at a premium during the peak summer weeks.
The Valley location shapes the stay. You are further from the downtown waterfront, but you are closer to the places that require a vehicle, including the glacier visitor center, the lake and the road to Auke Bay. A rental car is the simplest solution, and the hotel is usually easy to reach from the airport by taxi or shuttle.
Confirm the current services when you book, such as breakfast, parking, shuttle, fitness facilities and pet policy, because chain hotels adjust their offerings over time. Ask about the precise address and distances to restaurants and stores, so you know what is walkable.
On the room side, expect standard hotel features such as private baths, televisions, work desks and Wi-Fi, with different bed configurations for couples and families. The practical benefit of a chain hotel is predictability, and for loyalty program members it may offer points. Read recent reviews for notes about noise, cleanliness and service, and ask for a quiet room if you are a light sleeper. If you need accessible features, confirm availability in advance. The property may be seasonal in some respects, so confirm details for your travel dates, especially outside summer.
Who it suits
Travelers on a budget, drivers, families who want a straightforward room, and anyone who values a recognizable brand. It is less suited to travelers who want atmosphere, to cruise passengers who want to walk to the ship or to those seeking a spa retreat. Pair a stay here with a morning at Mendenhall Glacier, an afternoon on a whale watching cruise from Auke Bay and a simple dinner in the Valley.
Book early in the summer when occupancy is high, compare cancellation terms and keep an eye on the weather, since a flexible plan makes Juneau easier.
Why stay here
- ✓Familiar chain brand
- ✓Airport and Valley side location
- ✓Easy drive to Mendenhall Glacier
- ✓Private baths and Wi-Fi (confirm by room)
- ✓Breakfast options (confirm current services)
- ✓Good for drivers and early flights
- ✓Family-friendly room options
- ✓Quiet rooms on request
Good questions
Is it near the airport?+
It serves the airport and Valley side of Juneau. Confirm the exact distance when you book.
Is it good without a car?+
It is easier with a car or rideshare, since downtown is across town.
Does it offer breakfast?+
Check current services when you book, as offerings can change.