Alaska Garden Gate B&B and Cottages

We booked our stay online and received a prompt and helpful response. Our cottage was lovely although there was not a lot of room for our suitcases which we had to put in the kitchenette area. One of our main reasons for booking into a B&B was to have to opportunity to meet with some local people but that didn't happen here. We may as well have chosen a motel or hotel. We had to book a time for breakfast which was earlier than we would have liked but, as it was late afternoon when we arrived, the more popular times were already filled. Breakfast was a simple meal which was on the table when we arrived. We began to talk to fellow travellers but then had to leave in time for the breakfast room to be prepared for the next booking. A simple buffet with guests able to come when it suited them would have been more relaxing. If you want clean, quiet accommodation in pleasant surroundings near Anchorage, this place is great. However if you want to also meet with some local people then I suggest trying somewhere else. Trish and Alistair NZ

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Thank you for the review. I have some important news for prospective and returning guests who read this. To better fit guests' needs for breakfast, we are now providing a generous continental breakfast in your own kitchen for you to enjoy at whatever time you like! No longer will you need to choose a breakfast time or worry about being late. Quite a few people were uncomfortable taking off their shoes, as we requested when they came into our home for breakfast these past ten years. Since you won't need to come into our home now, you can leave your shoes on in your cottage or guest apartment. If you don't eat gluten, eggs, dairy or meats, now you won't have to sit at the breakfast table with others and wonder what to do. If you don't like what we provide in your breakfast baskets, no hard feelings! Not talkative in the morning? No problem! Because I just love to bake, the breakfast baskets will still include my recipes that guests love: quiches such as smoked salmon or Lorraine, or breakfast burritos, prepared items like a Jimmy Dean sausage and egg croissant (for those who like to know what exactly it is!), fresh fruits, individual yogurts, juices and my favorites, homemade baked items like my honey wheat bread for toasting or sweet breads/muffins like blueberry or banana nut. My favorite part of having our B&B is getting to know our guests from all over the world. I love to talk with anyone who would like to know what to do and see in our area, needs a good place for dinner, or just to chat! We try to incorporate your feedback to make your experience here one of the best you have on your trip to Alaska, so please keep letting us know how you liked your stay. Thanks for choosing Alaska Garden Gate!

- Karen (owner)

This is a delightful, well-maintained, friendly property: a great stop en route to Denali from Anchorage.

Our stay at Alaska B&B was great. We had all the privacy we wanted in the evening, yet made several new acquaintances at the breakfast table. The views from every direction were fabulous despite fog and mist. Maybe even better because of it! We'll go again.

My husband and I enjoyed our four night stay at Garden Gate. The location was wonderful with many things to do in the area. The cottages were nice and appeared well kept. Karren provided an upgrade to a cottage free of charge and gives discounts for extended stays. She was a wonderful innkeeper that had plenty of knowledge of the area. The onnly recommendations would be to have an out door grill available to guest and a fire pit. I did not see these services on site and it would have fit with an Alaskan vacation. I would definately stay again. Thanks- Julie Miller, La Crosse, WI

The cottages were so cute and the host was very kind and friendly. Definitely recommend staying here.

I especially enjoyed the privacy, quiet, and the beautiful view of the mountains. Karen provided us with an excellent breakfast. I look forward to staying there again on my next visit to Alaska. Liz Chase

This is a great little B&B well located in Palmer, just a few minutes from the Park's highway. The room was great, clean, and the owner very friendly and accommodating. Breakfast was family style, and the food was good. I would definitely stay here again.

This Palmer B&B totally surpassed our expectations. It's a delightful combination of the best of B&B hospitality with a cozy cottage experience. Seven quaint, but modern, cottages on the property surround the main house where guests are served a hot hearty home-cooked breakfast each morning. Karen, your hostess, is a delightful woman who goes out of her way to assure you are taken care of. The location is perfect for local exploration and day trips to other great sights. Don't hesitate to spend some time at this gem!

My husband and I stayed here one night in the Birch Apartment while visiting the Alaska State Fair last week. This is a wonderful B&B - very clean, spacious and lots of amenities including free wifi. The view of the mountains from the property is spectacular. Breakfast - WOW!! Quiche, fruit, rhubarb crisp, etc. Karen is a wonderful cook and hostess. I would definitely stay here again!

Our stay at the Alaska Garden Gate B&B and Cottages was very relaxing and comfortable. The rooms were very clean and the atmosphere was very cozy. The staff provided amazing service, gave great suggestions of places to see and food was very well done. I would definitely stay again.

We were impressed with the cleanliness, decor and functionality of the cottage at this B&B. The bed was very comfortable. Views from the property are awesome and Karens' breakfast was yummy. We will stay here again and recommend to our friends.

The luxury cottage we stayed in was very clean and beautifully decorated. The view from the cottage was beautiful. Karen is great to talk to and very helpful with information on things go do. We plan on staying here on our next visit.

Kudos to Karen for a fine establishment. The cottage at which we stayed 8/18/11 was quiet, extremely neat, and the morning breakfast was first class, as was the conversation. We would gladly stay there again

Innkeeper does a reasonable effort to maintain a great B&B. But, flaws in service indicate a need to try a bit harder to fulfill guest expectations.

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I apologize to these guests for what they rated as terrible dining and service. All of our staff pulled together on no notice when my dad died unexpectedly last week and we had to leave immediately. I'm sorry that these guests didn't bring what must have been serious concerns to the attention of my staff or call me directly. I still answered the business line while away and talked with almost all of the guests, some of whom needed directions, needed help with their cable TV, etc. We tried very hard under sad circumstances to still fulfill the expectations of the guests who had reservations with us those days. Again, I apologize.

- Karen (owner)

I just have came back to Boston after a long trip to Alaska through the Northern Canada. I enjoyed very much staying your B&B and thank to Karen for serving us a warm breakfast. I also pray Little Girl's having good health.

We had a fantastic time. Karen and Alaska Garden Gate B&B as always a very warm and welcoming place. We are looking forward to our next opportunity to stay there.

Lovely setting. The room we reserved was not ready when we arrived so we were given one of the cottages which was a very nice upgrade. Karen, our innkeeper, was very helpful in recommending a great restaurant for dinner. We were sorry that we could only stay one night - we would have enjoyed spending more time there. We would definitely return for a longer stay on a future trip to Palmer.

Immaculate rooms. Wonderful breakfast each morning. Felt like home. We did have a little trouble finding it due to recent road construction (I think it may have been completed a day or two before we got there) which was obviously not yet on our GPS. May be worth calling to get directions- It is not hard to find at all, if you know where you are going.

We had a great experience. The cottage we stayed in was great and clean. The breakfasts were excellent. When we needed something we asked and it was no problem to get it.

Such a beautiful location and Karen was an excellent host.

Wonderful views from the cottage situated in a quiet but very accessible location. Cottage facilities and cleanliness were outstanding. Host was wonderful and a very good cook.

Karen works really hard to make her B&B perfect and it shows. The room was wonderful - even a white noise machine! She was very accommodating with my gluten intolerance and prepared a special breakfast for me. Also, she was helpful finding attractions and restaurants. We were sorry we could only stay one night.

We would recommend the Alaska Garden Gate B&B to anyone! The cottages were wonderful and very comfortable. Karen, the hostess/owner, was very hospitable -- and her breakfasts were outstanding!

We stayed at the main house. The room was clean and the bathroom was totally equipped. The price was reasonable. We arrived at noon. Karen gave us several suggestions for this day. We visited Matanuska-Glacier that is reachable at a reasonable driving distance. Karen made a very good breakfast and did a very good conversation. We would recommend this B&B, for friends, too. Stayed June 2011, travelled as a couple Urs and Doris, Switzerland

We were surprised that a Bed and Breakfast place could look so nice . we had one of the cabins and it was pleasantly decorated. It was quiet and we appreciated that after a long drive and visit from the Denali National Park. It provided us with a very good night of rest. Bedding was comfortable too. They had a quiet time after 10pm and we appreciated that. Breakfast was pancakes , bacon, yogurt , tea, coffee and juice. It was sufficient and tasty. They have 3 times you could choose from to have breakfast, we chose the 7.30am as we wanted to take an early drive out to Seward. Overall, this was a very pleasant experience for us. Definitely recommned it to anyone. Believe me, you will not regret it !

Amazing views, minus some road construction. Property could use a common outdoor area & better housekeeping for longer stays. Food was amazing; very friendly and outgoing staff.

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We really enjoy our guests who choose this as their Alaska "base camp" and stay a few days or longer with us! We let guests know that we usually change out towels and trash every other day and then sheets with total-cottage or room cleaning every 4th day. However, we are very open to providing whatever level of cleaning a guest is most comfortable with! Our apologies to this guest if we didn't let them know that clearly enough. I'm here all day every day, along with some super cleaning helpers, so we're happy to provide housekeeping, fix things, or refill amenities upon request!

- Karen (innkeeper)

Thanks to Trip Advisor I was able to find Alaska Garden Gate B&B and booked because of the 'honest' reviews of the people who stayed here. PALMER---ALASKA GARDEN GATE B&B See Photos fab king size bed in downstairs large room w/sauna tub, separate shower/bathroom, kitchenette, lots of space w/great view of trees and mat su valley/excellent breakfast, eggs, bacon, homemade waffles, fresh fruit, juices, lovely host Karen

This is the place to be when staying in Palmer and surroundings. Mrs. Karen is a very friendly and helpful hostess, very interested too. The guesthouse came along with an adorable bedroom, a very clean bathroom and a very cozy kitchen/sitting room. Quietly located (just what we needed). The full hot breakfast was more than excellent. A nice husky congregated while we were eating our bacon... It get's a ten, that's for sure! Marlène and Guido from Gent, Belgium

Cottage was spacious and comfortable. Breakfast was tasty and filling. Location is EXCELLENT. More than all that was the owner who couldn't do enough to make us comfortable- she was born to run a B&B! Will be back.

The Garden Gate B&B is a fantastic resting spot during a busy stay in Alaska. The innkeeper was very friendly and hospitable. A home cooked breakfast started each day off right. The cozy room provided a wonderful location to unwind at the end of each day. Amenities like the sound machine and designated quiet times ensured quality sleep within a house full of people. Thank you for a great stay!

This was the perfect place for my husband and I to celebrate our 1yr anniversary. The service, food, and rooms were amazing. Many things to do around the area.

This was our first experience with a Bed and Breakfast outing. We liked the location, and felt comfortable with our hostess. We were concerned that the road work going on would be a minus. It wasn't. We would stay here again in a heart beat. Thanks, Karen... Joe and Linda Wallace

Delicious breakfast -- we appreciate all of the hospitality.

We spent four days at Karen's B&B. We thoroughly enjoyed it. Food was wonderful. We met other nice people, broadening our horizons. Also, Karen was a lovely hostess, visiting with us all a bit after she served four different delicious breakfasts. If we head for this part of Alaska again, we'll surely stay here!

we stayed there summer 2006; great breakfast and very clean but - 1. innkeeper enforce quit and "go to sleep" rules at 22:00; 2. paper walls; you can hear everything from other rooms

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It can be so hard to sleep here in the summer because of our "Midnight Sun!" Besides that, many of our arriving guests have come from time zones that are 3, 4 or 9 hours different than here. We do have quiet hours from 10 pm until 7 am to give everyone a fair chance at sleep. So many guests come to us, overtired and exhausted because it's so easy to go-go-go in the long summer hours. The light tricks our bodies into being wide awake or thinking it's "dinner time" when in fact it's perhaps 9 or 10 or 11 pm. We foster the best environment we can for rest so guests have the energy to take in the amazing scenery of mountains, glaciers and wildlife all around us!

- Karen (innkeeper)

This is a lovely bed and breakfast near the Wasilla-Palmer Hwy. There is a view of the MatSu glacier. The owner is friendly, helpful and serves a wonderful homemade breakfast.

I stayed at the Alaska Garden Gate B&B for 2 days in late June 2008; I paid around $80 for my room (the cheapest room there), and was amazed at how nice the B&B was! Karen - the owner - greeted me as I entered, and showed me around the B&B. The living room is huge and has an amazing view of the mountains and glacier, and features a computer with internet connection (if you're travelling without a laptop - there is free wireless internet if you have one), TV, and a couple of sofas. My room was big, spacious and clean. As I was in the cheapest room, I had to share the downstairs bathroom with another occupant, but this wasn't an issue at all, and the bathroom was clean and really nice. Other rooms have en-suite facilities and looked fantastic from what I could see when a door was left open! There are two dogs who live on the property; they were really friendly, and didn't get in the way at all. In fact, they really added to the "family" atmosphere of the place. Karen was a wonderful host, and as I told her, she runs an amazing, clean and friendly B&B. The prices are fantastic for Alaska, too! The only downside is that you're not allowed in the B&B between 11am and 4pm for host privacy and cleaning, which is perfectly understandable (it's Karen's house, after all!) and besides - if you're on holiday in Alaska, you really shouldn't be inside during those hours anyway :-) I stayed in the Hilton in Anchorage for five days prior to my stay here, and I can honestly say I enjoyed myself in this B&B far more. It's lovely, quiet, and safe.