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The Hibernation Station

2.0 star property

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Basic Quadruple Room | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Basic Double Room | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
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Basic Double Room | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Staircase

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

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35590 Sterling Hwy, Sterling, AK, 99672
  • Place, Scout Lake State Recreation Site
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Morgan's Landing State Recreation Area
  • Place, Bings Landing
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kenai, AK (ENA-Kenai Municipal)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Double Room | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Basic Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Quadruple Room | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Basic Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Comfort Quadruple Room | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Comfort Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About this property

The Hibernation Station

Motel with free parking, near Scout Lake State Recreation Site
Along with coffee/tea in a common area, this motel has express check-out and gas grills. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Hibernation Station offers 15 accommodations with free toiletries and portable fans. 32-inch LED televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. This Sterling motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. An iron/ironing board, hairdryers and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at The Hibernation Station, you'll be within walking distance of Scout Lake State Recreation Site. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Free self-parking
  • Amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and a water dispenser
  • 13 minutes by foot from Scout Lake State Recreation Site and a 3-minute drive from Moose River
As a guest of The Hibernation Station, you'll find barbecue grills, coffee/tea in common area, and express check-out. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Sterling motel.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Dining table
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 1:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
The front desk at this property is open daily from 1:00 PM - 10:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 10:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used when booking the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo ID. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival. At the property, quiet hours are enforced between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM.
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.

Property is also known as

The Hibernation Station Motel
The Hibernation Station Sterling
The Hibernation Station Motel Sterling

The Hibernation Station Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
About as expected, basic room. Relatively quiet. New owners making strides to make the place better!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Helpful and Friendly Staff. Nice Room. Exactly what I expected from the pictures and description.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convenient. The staff was very helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ivan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you're looking for a clean, friendly, affordable place to stay while in the Kenai/Soldotna area this is it! Thanks Hibernation Dtation for the hospitality. We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Place looks great and was super clean. My only complaint is the thermostat had a lock box on it and it was way too hot for me to sleep as I like a cool bedroom at night. Even with the window open it was too warm Also towels were very thin and small. Owners really nice. Price was very cheap. They could be charging a much higher price especially compared to others in the area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hibernation Station is conveniently located only a few minutes from Soldotna. The property is well cared for, my room was impeccably clean, and the staff are attentive and very nice. My room was huge compared to most hotel rooms and the bed was comfortable. There is a coffee machine located near the front desk along with a small shelf stocked with toiletries and extra towels, if needed during your stay. I stayed for one week for work and slept well each night. I have zero complaints and would definitely recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mae

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best Service

Just as advertised. Clean and confortable. Best part, live person met me at the door as we arrived late. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kolena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and friendly when I did see staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The lighting at night driving in was the only issue.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mavra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
😊
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Jarrod

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
They advertise breakfast but it was cheap donuts and coffee
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

James, Mesa

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room is clean and location is easy to get there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Scott

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Heather was very helpful in rebooking. Staff is helpful. Rooms can be warm with direct sun, but with windows open it cooled off nicely. Property is tidy and the rear rooms are both cooler and quieter. There are fuel stations nearby with fuel, ice, and snacks. Soldotna is not to far away for more restaurant options. We booked short notice for a fishing trip in Sterling and it is convenient for that if you are meeting your guide at Bings Landing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024