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A two-story house with a balcony, a satellite dish, and a sign reading "Arctic Paradise."
A dining table set with plates, bowls, and cutlery, a vase with flowers, and a framed painting above.
A compact kitchenette with a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a small refrigerator.
A black bear in a dense, green forested area.
A bedroom with a bed featuring a blue and white abstract design, a night sky painting above the bed, a bedside lamp, and a nightstand with a clock.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room

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Seward, AK
  • Place, Seward Waterfront Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Alaska SeaLife Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Seward Boat Harbor
    ‪14 min walk‬

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About this property

Most Charming B&B, Eco-Friendly Guest House and Wildlife Retreat in Alaska

Arctic Paradise B&B – A Unique, Award-Winning Artistic Retreat in Seward, Alaska
Welcome to your home away from home—a beautifully remodeled, one-of-a-kind Alaskan bed and breakfast filled with vibrant energy, original art, and heartfelt hospitality.
Winner of the 2025 "Best Wildlife Retreat in Alaska" – LUXlife Magazine
Also honored with:
• 2024 & 2016 Most Charming B&B – LUX Hotel & Spa Awards
• 2024 Traveler Review Award – Booking
• 2022 Eco-Friendly Guest House of the Year – Travel & Hospitality Awards
• 2017 Outstanding Service Award – GoHotels
Redesigned in 2025, Arctic Paradise B&B now reflects the full essence of alignment and transformation through the original digital energy art of your host—an award-winning artist, wildlife biologist, Tai Chi and dance instructor, and interior designer. Every element—from color flow to artistic expression—has been curated to uplift, support, and inspire.
Imagine sleeping peacefully in a cozy, quiet room filled with vibrant color, original artwork, and the warm glow of stained glass. Enjoy a homemade Alaskan breakfast served with one-of-a-kind stained glass dishes at your private table, paired with gourmet coffee and personalized hospitality.
Your host helps plan unforgettable local adventures—cruises in Kenai Fjords National Park, glacier hikes, sea kayaking, dog sledding, birdwatching and more—all within walking distance. Watch whales, sea lions, otters, and eagles along the nearby waterfront trail. Explore Seward’s shops, galleries, and museums just minutes away.
In the evening, return to unwind: enjoy a movie, shop for unique stained glass art and jewelry made on-site, or take a private Tai Chi or dance class. Or simply relax with free Wi-Fi, a cozy chair, and the soulful energy of your space.
Perfect for solo travelers or couples, the guest room features an antique double bed, private bath with tub and shower, microwave, mini fridge, and optional cot. Laundry service available.
Arctic Paradise B&B has been welcoming guests since 2001.
Rated Excellent on TripAdvisor.
Come experience the beauty, magic, and energy of Seward—your Arctic Paradise awaits.
During your stay at this bed & breakfast, you're just a quick walk from Seward Waterfront Park. Features include free breakfast and free WiFi in public areas, plus laundry facilities.
  • Free breakfast offered
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and library
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Seward Waterfront Park and 6 minutes on foot from Seward Community Library & Museum
Free breakfast is available. Public spaces have free WiFi. Most Charming B&B, Eco-Friendly Guest House and Wildlife Retreat in Alaska also features a library, a garden, and laundry facilities.

This Seward bed & breakfast is smoke free.

Guests are served a free breakfast.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available

Things to do

  • Books
  • Library
  • Playground
  • Video library

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Note from host: non smoking only
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices

More

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please look around for charging cords, jackets behind the doors, and other personal items.
Leave the room keys on the rack in the room.
Lock the front door on your way out.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Check in time is between 5-5:30 sharp unless we have made other arrangements. Just ask in advance. Thank you!
The kitchen, laundry, and living room is not open to guest use.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.
  • Note from host: not suitable for children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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Winner "most Charming B B 2016 Alaska" LUX 2016 Hotel Spa Awards

Most Charming B&B, Eco-Friendly Guest House and Wildlife Retreat in Alaska Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adrian C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed staying at the b and b and the host was really friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house, setting and fine breakfast. Mary ann is a gracious host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brad A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Seward is amazing and a great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shawn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Mary Ann was a wonderful hostess. Her place is comfortable and located close to everything. We enjoyed the breakfast each morning.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sanjiv R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Option in Seward!

The charm of this property is the hist Mary Ann who is multi talented and very passionate about making sure her guests have a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SHARON S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice B&B

Very nice, clean, nice host.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gregory A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, cozy, and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Terri J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The food was great. The accommodations were nice but a little tight. Mary Ann was very responsive to our needs. Great location. Easy walk to the excursions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sheila K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Visit to Seward and Kenai Fjords national park

Beautiful area and park. Nice mountains, glaciers, lakes, hiking trails, and boats to park and wildlife, etc. Cute downtown area and good restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

It was a great place to stay. Very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ed V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easy walk to harbor, Alaska Sea Life Center, and restaurants

Cozy place to stay in Seward. We stayed in the house where the owner lives upstairs. Easy to get in and out. Great breakfasts. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jarryd K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

excellent place

Comfortable room. The breakfasts each day were very enjoyable. Loved being able to walk downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paula B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy/Cozy B & B

Host Mary Ann was very gracious & welcoming. Room was small but comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location, Warm Host

The location was great. The food was wonderful, and our hostess was wonderful. The only pitfall was the height and size of the bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Valerie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The location was good for us. The host was friendly. The room was very small with only a small window looking out at the neighbors wall.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Emma P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great time!

Mary Ann was communicative and kind! She went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. We enjoyed our time in Seward.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

lisa w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet and comfy

We had a great few days at Arctic Paradise. Mary Anne was super helpful. She recommended (and even made the booking for us) a fabulous boat trip that was the highlight of our visit. She kept our room tidy and made delicious breakfasts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Mary Ann is a great hostess paying attention to all rhe details and insuring you are comfortable. Cant beat the lication.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leiane Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

so colorful!

Charming room, lovely breakfast, beautiful art by the homeowner is everywhere!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view, friendly host

Great location. Easy walking. Beautiful view. Small, but charming. Full size bed just not large enough for those of us use to sleeping in a king.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ronda

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it!

Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Cindy T.

Cindy T

My husband and I stayed with Mary Ann for two nights and were very happy with our experience. The first floor room was comfortable, had a private bath right next door and included a table area for eating. Mary Ann prepared wonderful healthy breakfasts and placed them in the small fridge in the room so each morning you could enjoy coffee and your meal in private. I would definitely recommend her B & B to family and friends!
Verified review

8/10 Good

ROBERT L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Not a traditional B@B

It was in a great location. Very small room and cold breakfast put in your fridge. You eat in your room rather than in a central dining area. You basically only rent a room. You do not have use of the kitchen or living areas. Host was very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Shannon K.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

First time

This property was not the “bed and breakfast” we expected. The space was clean but very dated. The bathroom linens were showing their age especially. It felt more like a stay at “Aunt Lindas” , not a vacation B & B. Our host was very nice and upbeat, leaving us with a beautiful breakfast and good coffee. If your looking for a homier stay, this is your place!! If your a single woman looking for a safe place to stay, this is your place! If your a couple looking at a getaway, with relaxation or romance you might want to reconsider.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Sandee F.

Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Misleading Listing

Listing said “dining room”. It was a card table sized table with two chairs IN THE bedroom. We sat on the sofa in the LR and were told that space was not included. So 4 days in a small bedroom with more than half the floor space taken up with the “dining room” Very disappointing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023