Turnagain Travel Guide
Anchorage
Popular places to visit
Prince William Sound
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Prince William Sound during your travels in Anchorage. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.
Earthquake Park
Earthquake Park is just one of the places to see in Anchorage, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.
Point Woronzof Park
Enjoy a trip to Point Woronzof Park and popular activities such as hiking in Anchorage. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Alyeska Ski Resort
Hit the slopes in Anchorage with a visit to Alyeska Ski Resort. Discover the area's mountain views and top-notch restaurants.
University of Alaska - Anchorage
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Alaska - Anchorage during your visit to Anchorage. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.
Port of Anchorage
Explore the waterfront of Port of Anchorage and enjoy activities such as hiking in Anchorage. Stroll along the area's lakeside or experience its fascinating museums.
Top hotels in Turnagain
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
"The room and bathroom were clean, bed was to soft for me, I like it firm, everytime I laid down I felt like I was going to fall out of it. Breakfast was ok, typical continental breakfast, boiled eggs, bagels, waffles, bread etc. Staff were courteous and helpful."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Anchorage Airport
"Run down and patched up, bt adequate for a night. Beds clean and comfortable. No blackout curtains so I didn't get much sleep. Did not use breakfast, though it was available certain hours"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Deal's Bed & Breakfast Inn
"This just wasn't our cup of tea. Too many things in the rooms."
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
The Lakefront Anchorage
"Hidden Resort Fee not informed before booking. Amenities supposedly from the Resort Fee are less straightforward to materialized. eg. $10 credit for meal was reneged because it wasn’t clear if the waitress was supposed to take it and deduct it from bill. In my case she didn’t. When I checked out ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown
"Room was clean, one bed was very saggy, no shampoo or tissues in room, staff was courteous but we had trouble with our heating and was told there was no maintainence or person who could help us for 3 days…..luckily we were finally able to get it going ourselves. Bathroom was large and clean, but ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
"Being able to use the handicap ramps on either side of the building the key card pad on doors broken last three visits. I’m in a wheelchair and need the ramps to get in and out handicap parking spots on either side of the hotel are wonderful except trying to get into that door being locked. I can’t ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Turnagain
Sand Lake
If you're spending some time in Sand Lake, Jewel Lake and Kincaid Park are top sights worth seeing.
Spenard
Abundant dining options and lake views are well-reviewed features of Spenard. Make a stop by top sights like Arctic Benson Park while you're exploring the area.
South Addition
While visiting South Addition, you might make a stop by sights like Tony Knowles Coastal Trail and Oscar Anderson House Museum.
North Star
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North Star and surrounding area, you can visit Wells Fargo Alaska Heritage Library and Museum and Anchorage Football Stadium.
Bootlegger Cove
If you're spending some time in Bootlegger Cove, Tony Knowles Coastal Trail and Anchorage Alaska Public Lands Information Center are top sights worth seeing.
Midtown Anchorage
Travellers come to Midtown Anchorage for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Z.J. Loussac Library - Main Branch and Wells Fargo Alaska Heritage Library and Museum while you're in town.
