The Hibernation Station

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Located close to Scout Lake State Recreation Site and Morgan's Landing State Recreation Area, The Hibernation Station provides a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is ₩107,365
₩110,586 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26

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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Basic Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Quadruple Room

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(5 reviews)
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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Sterling, The Hibernation Station is in a rural area and near the airport. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Scout Lake State Recreation Site and Moose River. Kenai River and Bings Landing are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and canoeing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and hunting. Visit our Sterling travel guide
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35590 Sterling Hwy, Sterling, AK, 99672

What's nearby

  • Scout Lake State Recreation Site
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Bings Landing
    9 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Morgan's Landing State Recreation Area
    11 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Kenai Peninsula College Fishing Academy
    20 min drive - 27.7 km
  • Kenai Beach
    28 min drive - 41.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Suzies Cafe
    1 min drive
  • Reindeer Hut
    4 min drive
  • Caribou Caboose
    4 min drive
  • Bluebird Cafe
    1 min drive
  • Brown’s Grounds
    4 min drive

About this property

The Hibernation Station

  • Motel near Kenai River
  • Located close to Scout Lake State Recreation Site and Morgan's Landing State Recreation Area, The Hibernation Station provides a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this motel include:
    • Free self parking
    • Express check-out, outdoor furniture, and gas grills
    • Coffee/tea in the lobby, a nature reserve, and a water dispenser
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at The Hibernation Station boast comforts such as free WiFi and dining tables.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Heating and portable fans
    • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
    • 32-inch LED TVs with digital channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and microwaves

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Hibernation Station pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Hibernation Station?

As of Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hibernation Station on Oct 25, 2026 start from ₩107,365, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Hibernation Station?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 20 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Hibernation Station?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 20 (subject to availability).

Where is The Hibernation Station located?

Situated near the airport, this motel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Scout Lake State Recreation Site and within 3 mi (5 km) of Moose River and Kenai River. Bings Landing and Morgan's Landing State Recreation Area are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

The Hibernation Station Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean room. Staff friendly, location good and parking convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room is clean and location is easy to get there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

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Ot was a nice room, very clean and comfortable. Friendly owner and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Quiet and friendly when I did see staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

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Clean and convenient. The staff was very helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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If you're looking for a clean, friendly, affordable place to stay while in the Kenai/Soldotna area this is it! Thanks Hibernation Dtation for the hospitality. We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great motel with updated rooms

This place was perfect gor us to stage outings from Coopers Landing to Homer. The motel was clean with wooden floors that reminded me of my childhood cabin. The staff was very helpful. If your fishing the Kenai peninsula, this is a great place to base your outings.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

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The place is not bad for the price. Check in is before 10pm or the doors are locked up( glad I made it there just barely)& no ice machine which was bummer. But very clean and quiet. Cute Alaskan decor. The owner was very nice and helpful with all the explanations on locks and such, kind man. Free coffee and water but no snacks on site. Would stay again just plan accordingly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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They are nice and welcoming. It looks old but clean inside.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

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About as expected, basic room. Relatively quiet. New owners making strides to make the place better!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

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Helpful and Friendly Staff. Nice Room. Exactly what I expected from the pictures and description.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

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Stayed 1 night in mid-March. I got the envelope with the key and instructions from the receptionist with a smile. Room was nice and quiet and warm. Fridge, microwave and coffee-maker. It is located right on the hwy 1 in Sterling. There some repairs going on, but not distructing. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

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Clean and affordable.

A hotel on the comeback with new young owners. Very clean! Still working on the amenities like internet service. A good value.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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The Hibernation Station is one of the highest rated properties in the Sterling area. Why? Because value. You are paying for a zero frills stay, and you get near zero frills. Bed, shower, coffee in the AM. That’s about it. But the place is very well kept and very clean, and is a bargain. I’d have absolutely no qualms staying there again, if I was looking for a no frills accommodation.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It doesn't look like much, but the rooms were clean, and refurbished. The beds were pretty hard, but I don't mind a firm bed. The staff was very friendly and even gave us some garbage bags to cover a piece of luggage we had on top of a vehicle to protect it from the rain. They a nice refrigerator to put your fish in too. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Best Service

Just as advertised. Clean and confortable. Best part, live person met me at the door as we arrived late. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a refurbished older hotel. It's a good place to stay for fishermen. They have freezer space for rent for one's catch. The room was comfortable. The refrigerator had a shelf for a freezer, like many hotels, and it was able to freeze our blue ice. There was coffee (but no decaf) tea, and grab and go items for breakfast; nothing special, but we still were glad to have it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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The Hibernation Station is conveniently located only a few minutes from Soldotna. The property is well cared for, my room was impeccably clean, and the staff are attentive and very nice. My room was huge compared to most hotel rooms and the bed was comfortable. There is a coffee machine located near the front desk along with a small shelf stocked with toiletries and extra towels, if needed during your stay. I stayed for one week for work and slept well each night. I have zero complaints and would definitely recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Place looks great and was super clean. My only complaint is the thermostat had a lock box on it and it was way too hot for me to sleep as I like a cool bedroom at night. Even with the window open it was too warm Also towels were very thin and small. Owners really nice. Price was very cheap. They could be charging a much higher price especially compared to others in the area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

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Heather was very helpful in rebooking. Staff is helpful. Rooms can be warm with direct sun, but with windows open it cooled off nicely. Property is tidy and the rear rooms are both cooler and quieter. There are fuel stations nearby with fuel, ice, and snacks. Soldotna is not to far away for more restaurant options. We booked short notice for a fishing trip in Sterling and it is convenient for that if you are meeting your guide at Bings Landing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

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My husband and I enjoyed our stay at The Hibernation Station. The location was perfect for our day trips. It is not luxurious but served us well. The owners were friendly and helpful. The lady cleaning rooms was very nice too. We could get extra supplies on our own or ask her or owners. I liked the locks on the doors. They could use some new mattresses and towels. Also they had the best shower of the 3 places we have stayed in Alaska. I hope this nice young couple have success with The Hibernation Station!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Awesome place, helpful staff! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved this place! It actually felt like we were hibernating! Thanks, Heather!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Was lovely, would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Quiet Place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026