Alaskan Hotel and Bar, Juneau
The Alaskan Hotel and Bar, established in 1913, holds the title of the oldest continuously operating hotel in Junea. Originally opened by three miners who had struck gold in the nearby Coast Range, the hotel carries with it a unique origin story鈥攊ts keys were tied to a helium balloon and released into the sky as a symbolic gesture that the hotel would never close. This historic charm and bold frontier spirit have made the Alaskan a lasting icon in Juneau's downtown scene.
Though the building faced tough times鈥攊ncluding a brief condemnation in the 1970s鈥攊t was saved and restored by new owners who recognized its cultural value and architectural character. Thanks to these efforts, the hotel was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1978 and later became a contributing property to the Juneau Downtown Historic District in 1994. The Alaskan Hotel continues to blend its historic architecture with a lively bar atmosphere, attracting locals and tourists alike with its blend of vintage flair and modern hospitality.
Beyond its historic status, the Alaskan Hotel and Bar has also earned a spot in pop culture. It was featured in a 2003 segment on the Food Network's Food Finds, and in 2013, it received a makeover courtesy of the Travel Channel鈥檚 Hotel Impossible. Today, the hotel stands not only as a piece of Alaskan history but also as a beloved and storied destination that captures the spirit of Juneau鈥檚 gold rush era while continuing to serve a new generation of adventurers.
Though the building faced tough times鈥攊ncluding a brief condemnation in the 1970s鈥攊t was saved and restored by new owners who recognized its cultural value and architectural character. Thanks to these efforts, the hotel was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1978 and later became a contributing property to the Juneau Downtown Historic District in 1994. The Alaskan Hotel continues to blend its historic architecture with a lively bar atmosphere, attracting locals and tourists alike with its blend of vintage flair and modern hospitality.
Beyond its historic status, the Alaskan Hotel and Bar has also earned a spot in pop culture. It was featured in a 2003 segment on the Food Network's Food Finds, and in 2013, it received a makeover courtesy of the Travel Channel鈥檚 Hotel Impossible. Today, the hotel stands not only as a piece of Alaskan history but also as a beloved and storied destination that captures the spirit of Juneau鈥檚 gold rush era while continuing to serve a new generation of adventurers.
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Sight Name: Alaskan Hotel and Bar
Sight Location: Juneau, USA (See walking tours in Juneau)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Juneau, USA (See walking tours in Juneau)
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