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The Hibernation Station

2.0 star property
Motel within easy reach of Scout Lake State Recreation Site

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Basic Quadruple Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
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Basic Double Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Basic Double Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
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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

Main amenities (5)

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

Feel at home (6)

  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Digital TV service
  • Gas grill(s)
The current price is $100
$103 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21

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Basic Quadruple Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Basic Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Basic Double Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Basic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Comfort Quadruple Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Comfort Quadruple Room

Highlights

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

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includes taxes & fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
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 Peninsula College Fishing Academy - 26 min drive - 29.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Bluebird Cafe - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Magpye's Pizzeria - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Reindeer Hut - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Suzies Cafe - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Brown’s Grounds - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Hibernation Station

The Hibernation Station is a great choice for a stay in Sterling. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and rafting.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 15 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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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
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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
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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
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

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

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 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 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
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • 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)

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)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 25 per night
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds

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

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.

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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Reviews

The Hibernation Station Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

7.4

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

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.
James, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Vincent, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

About as expected, basic room. Relatively quiet. New owners making strides to make the place better!
Kenneth, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly and super clean!
Kendal, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best Service

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

8/10 Very good

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

10/10 Exceptional

Just what I needed

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!
William, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Tamie, 6-night trip

6/10 Good

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

8/10 Very good

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

8/10 Very good

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.
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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
Kendra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

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Mavra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Linda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

8/10 Very good

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.
Scott, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

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
Irma, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Bill, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Joshua, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Ivan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

John, 1-night trip