snorkelman Posted January 7, 2016 #1 Share Posted January 7, 2016 We are sailing Princess in June 2016 and doing a land portion in addition to the cruise, and I understand that we get one free night at the Hotel Captain Cook. However, we wanted to fly in a day early to make sure that we didn't have any problems, but the TA just informed us that would cost $310 + taxes/fees for one night. Does that sound right? I am wondering if we waited too long to book our hotel in Anchorage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Gardyloo Posted January 7, 2016 #2 Share Posted January 7, 2016 The Cook is usually the most expensive hotel in Anchorage. Price out the Hilton, Sheraton, or Marriott. A cab ride to shift luggage (if needed - walkable) would probably be under ten bucks, so do the math. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2little time Posted January 7, 2016 #3 Share Posted January 7, 2016 We had the same problem last year. We stayed at the Holiday Inn where we could shuttle from the airport and then took a cab to the Captain Cook the next day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snorkelman Posted January 7, 2016 Author #4 Share Posted January 7, 2016 Thanks. I found out that the Cook offers a room for $285 with "no amenities (gym/parking breakfast credit). Since we will be arriving at 7pm, I think we may just stay at the Marriott inside the airport for $285. 2little time, the Holiday Inn Express is the same price ($280) so it makes no sense to leave the airport, especially since we have a free shuttle the next day from the airport to the Cook, and I assume the airport has a food court. Any other thoghts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AKStafford Posted January 7, 2016 #5 Share Posted January 7, 2016 I think we may just stay at the Marriott inside the airport for $285. 2little time, the Holiday Inn Express is the same price ($280) so it makes no sense to leave the airport, especially since we have a free shuttle the next day from the airport to the Cook, and I assume the airport has a food court. Any other thoghts? Ummmm.... What Marriott inside the airport? There isn't one. I know the concept gets talked about from time to time, but right now there isn't a hotel *at* the Anchorage airport. There's several hotels within a couple mile radius of the airport. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alaskanb Posted January 7, 2016 #6 Share Posted January 7, 2016 We also arrive about 7 pm and have booked an additional night at the Captain Cook for about what you have been quoted; we will use a taxi to get there. It means we will be downtown with multiple sources for meals. The next day we will explore the museums and have a walk. That night will be the one covered by our cruise tour which leaves the following morning. We looked into what you are proposing but decided that for the $$ involved we would keep it simple. Are you paying for the airport to Captain Cook transfer --if so maybe cancel it and stay at the CC so you have no rush the next morning with a large group shuttle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oaktreerb Posted January 8, 2016 #7 Share Posted January 8, 2016 HAL and Princess work together on their airport to hotel transportation. If you stay the extra night pre cruisetour you could probably still use the Princess transfer. Just let Princess know when you are arriving. They have big busses that stop at the Captain Cook, Hilton, and Westmark. The bus will go even if they only have a few passengers. Downtown is the place to be if you don't have a car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Coral Posted January 8, 2016 #8 Share Posted January 8, 2016 Thanks. I found out that the Cook offers a room for $285 with "no amenities (gym/parking breakfast credit). Since we will be arriving at 7pm, I think we may just stay at the Marriott inside the airport for $285. 2little time, the Holiday Inn Express is the same price ($280) so it makes no sense to leave the airport, especially since we have a free shuttle the next day from the airport to the Cook, and I assume the airport has a food court. Any other thoghts? If the cost is the same, I would go direct to Captain Cook. It is a nice hotel with good restaurants near by. The taxi ride is not long. I can also promise you that it will be daylight for a few more hours after you get in :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PNW Traveler Posted January 8, 2016 #9 Share Posted January 8, 2016 Superb views from the Captain Cook. Close to great walks, restaurants and sights. Two nights would be my choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zqvol Posted January 8, 2016 #10 Share Posted January 8, 2016 (edited) Thanks. I found out that the Cook offers a room for $285 with "no amenities (gym/parking breakfast credit). Since we will be arriving at 7pm, I think we may just stay at the Marriott inside the airport for $285. 2little time, the Holiday Inn Express is the same price ($280) so it makes no sense to leave the airport, especially since we have a free shuttle the next day from the airport to the Cook, and I assume the airport has a food court. Any other thoghts? Don't assume that you will be able to access any of the restaurants in the airport. Check the maps online and verify that there are some available outside security. I would also do some more hotel searching. If you can lose $100 off the cost a $10 cab ride is nothing. You might even look for a B&B. As someone said it may not even really get dark when you are there so you will have plenty of daylight to use to your advantage. Edited January 8, 2016 by zqvol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snorkelman Posted January 10, 2016 Author #11 Share Posted January 10, 2016 Thanks for the advice everyone. We decided to just keep things simple and enjoy the high quality at the CC for $285. Not worth the hassle, even if we could save some money. Kids plus elderly in the mix and we decide to just keep it simple. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Coral Posted January 10, 2016 #12 Share Posted January 10, 2016 Thanks for the advice everyone. We decided to just keep things simple and enjoy the high quality at the CC for $285. Not worth the hassle, even if we could save some money. Kids plus elderly in the mix and we decide to just keep it simple. I really like the hotel - love the nautical feel of it. Great location, great restaurants really close. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pushka Posted January 10, 2016 #13 Share Posted January 10, 2016 (edited) We booked our extra night at Captain Cook a few months ago for this May and it seems they have put the prices up as we are paying much less. I contacted our Aussie Princess centre and they said I could not use the shuttle the day before we are supposed to. They arent exactly helpful in Australia. Might have to call the US but not if I am put on hold. I know there is another cruisetour starting on the day we arrive so I know that there will be shuttles operating that day. Edited January 10, 2016 by Pushka Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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