Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Seward travel guide

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You're Going to Love Seward

With a population of 2 693, Seward is a must-see destination in Alaska, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Seward deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit Seward

Seward in January
Estimated hotel price
$132
1 night at 3-star hotel
Seward in January
Estimated hotel price
$132
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Seward in July, when the average temperature is 55.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 60.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 26.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 9.9″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Seward, with an average rainfall of 2.4″.

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How to Get to Seward

Plane

Although Seward doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Kenai (ENA), which is located 112 km from Seward. Anchorage Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Grant Aviation and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Seward departs from Seattle and takes around 3h 36m.

Car

Another option to get to Seward is to pick up a car rental from Anchorage, which is about 126 km from Seward. You’ll find branches of Avis and Alamo, among others, in Anchorage.

Plane

Although Seward doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Kenai (ENA), which is located 112 km from Seward. Anchorage Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Grant Aviation and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Seward departs from Seattle and takes around 3h 36m.

Car

Another option to get to Seward is to pick up a car rental from Anchorage, which is about 126 km from Seward. You’ll find branches of Avis and Alamo, among others, in Anchorage.

Airports near Seward

ANCAnchorage
HOMHomer
ENAKenai

Airlines serving Seward

KLM
Good (1,432 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,644 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,014 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,602 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,055 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,102 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,685 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,511 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,551 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,617 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,339 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,500 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,894 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,660 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,185 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,624 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,558 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (949 reviews)
Icelandair
Good (592 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,821 reviews)
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Where to stay in Seward

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Twin Peaks Lodge And RV Park and Hotel Seward.

Where to stay in popular areas of Seward

Most booked hotels in Seward

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Gateway Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 248 reviews)
$183+
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Spruce Lodge
0 stars
Excellent (8.5, 377 reviews)
$138+
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A Swan Nest Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 207 reviews)
$176+
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Hotel Seward
2 stars
Good (7.7, 1220 reviews)
$124+
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Breeze Inn Hotel & Motel
3 stars
Good (7.5, 1171 reviews)
$113+
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Hotel Edgewater
3 stars
Good (7.4, 118 reviews)
$232+
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Renting a car in Seward

Expect to pay $3.26 per gallon in Seward (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.07 and $52.09. The most frequently booked car type in Seward is Full-size (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Toyota Tacoma or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.26 per gallon in Seward (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.07 and $52.09. The most frequently booked car type in Seward is Full-size (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Toyota Tacoma or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Seward

Compact SUV

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$274/day

Compact SUV

Minivan

5 Adults, 5 Bags

$339/day

Minivan
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