With a population of 7,831, Wasilla is a must-see destination in Alaska, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Wasilla has to offer.
If you’re looking for affordable options, Everett's (1850 E Bogard Rd) and Basil Ginger (850 South Robert Street Suite 100) are great picks.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Wasilla in July, when the average temperature is 57.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 68 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 6.8 °F, with an average temperature of 14 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 2.4″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Wasilla, with an average rainfall of 0.4″.
Although Wasilla doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Anchorage Airport (ANC), which is located 34 miles from Wasilla. Anchorage Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Aeromexico and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Wasilla departs from Seattle and takes around 3h 40m.
Another option to get to Wasilla is to pick up a car rental from Anchorage, which is about 29 miles from Wasilla. You’ll find branches of Avis and Alaska Auto Rental, among others, in Anchorage.
Average rates range from around $195 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $257 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Lake Lucille Inn and Grand View Inn & Suites.
Renting a car in Wasilla costs $53 per day, on average, or $159 if you want to rent if for 3 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 30% cheaper than airport locations in Wasilla.
Expect to pay $3.71 per gallon in Wasilla (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $44.52 and $59.36. The most frequently booked car type in Wasilla is Economy (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Mazda Mazda6 or similar) are, on average, 4% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.