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The Hibernation Station

2.0 star property
Motel with restaurant, near Scout Lake State Recreation Site

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Basic Double Room | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Basic Double Room | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Basic Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Near Kenai River, The Hibernation Station offers a cozy retreat. Connect with nature at the nearby reserve, relax in outdoor furniture, and enjoy the convenience of in-room WiFi and barbecue grills.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (6)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Gas grills
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Digital TV service
  • Gas grill(s)
  • Free self parking
The current price is $175
$180 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8

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Basic Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LED TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Basic Double Room | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LED TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Comfort Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LED TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
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About the neighborhood

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35590 Sterling Hwy, Sterling, AK, 99672

What's nearby

  • Scout Lake State Recreation Site - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Moose River - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Bings Landing - 10 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Soldotna Creek Park - 16 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Kenai Beach - 35 min drive - 41.4 km

Getting around

  • Kenai, AK (ENA-Kenai Municipal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cook's Corner Tesoro - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Magpye's Pizzeria - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Suzie's Cafe - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Moosequitos Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mooseback Annie's - ‬12 min walk

About this property

The Hibernation Station

The Hibernation Station is a great choice for a stay in Sterling. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Mama's Wilderness BBQ, which serves barbecue and is open for lunch and dinner.

Languages

English

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 15 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 1:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
    • This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
LOB_HOTELS

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Gas grills
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • 2 stairs to reach property
ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LED TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Microwave
  • Dining table

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
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Special features

Dining

Mama's Wilderness BBQ - This family restaurant specializes in barbecue and serves lunch and dinner.
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Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25 (subject to availability)

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

The Hibernation Station Motel
The Hibernation Station Sterling
The Hibernation Station Motel Sterling
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Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Hibernation Station?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Hibernation Station?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Hibernation Station?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. There's a charge of USD 25 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 25 (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at The Hibernation Station and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing, hiking, and kayaking. Additional recreation nearby includes hunting.

Are there restaurants at or near The Hibernation Station?

Yes, Mama's Wilderness BBQ offers barbecue.

What's the area around The Hibernation Station like?

The Hibernation Station is located a short 13-minute walk from Scout Lake State Recreation Site.

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The Hibernation Station Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Quiet and friendly when I did see staff
2-night trip

10/10

Great area close to sterling
3-night trip

10/10

Room is clean and location is easy to get there.
1-night trip

10/10

Very friendly and super clean!
1-night trip

8/10

Ot was a nice room, very clean and comfortable. Friendly owner and staff.
1-night trip

10/10

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
1-night trip

10/10

A perfectly fine place to stay at a reasonable price. The staff was friendly. Not a resort destination, but a welcome sight after dipnetting on the Kenai. I'd certainly stay there again!
1-night trip

8/10

They are nice and welcoming. It looks old but clean inside.
4-night trip

10/10

My room was updated nice and clean and both owners were awesome to deal with
3-night trip

6/10

They advertise breakfast but it was cheap donuts and coffee
2-night trip

10/10

Hosts were very nice and helpful! First floor is being updated right now.
1-night trip

8/10

A hotel on the comeback with new young owners. Very clean! Still working on the amenities like internet service. A good value.
1-night trip

8/10

For an outdated building, it was very clean, staff was very nice, and I would stay there again. My only hope would be they consider updating at least the mattresses and pillows; they were super uncomfortable. Otherwise a great stay!
2-night trip

10/10

The lighting at night driving in was the only issue.
1-night trip

10/10

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.
1-night trip

8/10

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.
1-night trip

6/10

The bed was very hard, no bath mat, unpleasant strong floral scent when you enter, stairway, and hallway. Hard for those of us with allergies
2-night trip

8/10

2-night trip

10/10

1-night trip

10/10

Just as advertised. Clean and confortable. Best part, live person met me at the door as we arrived late. Thank you.
1-night trip

10/10

2-night trip

10/10

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1-night trip

10/10

1-night trip

6/10

3-night trip

10/10

1-night trip