Alaskans have many forms of transportation that you won’t see in other parts of the country. Snow machines, dog sleds, river boats, and four-wheelers are common modes of transportation in Alaska, especially where paved roads are in short supply. But no single vehicle will get you farther across the vastness of Alaska than the float plane. A float plane is a small airplane with pontoons instead of wheels so it can both take off and land on water.
There is one hotel in Anchorage that has taken the float plane and exalted it to an epic level! Stay at this Alaskan resort to learn about float planes, watch them fly, and even take a ride! Where is this amazing place for the aviation enthusiast? Some remote exclusive lodge in rural Alaska? Nope. The Lakefront Hotel is right in the middle of Anchorage! You’ll be flying high in no time at this float plane-themed hotel.
The Lakefront Hotel is right in the middle of Anchorage on the scenic shore of Lake Hood. The lake is the busiest float plane base in the world.
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Yelp/ The Lakefront Anchorage
The restaurant is called “The Flying Machine” and features aviation memorabilia as well an excellent view of the planes.
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From the deck, you can watch the float planes take off and land set against the majestic Chugach Mountains for an incredible view.
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Select rom a local menu including bison burgers, award-winning seafood tacos, or jumbo king crab legs while enjoying icy cold, locally brewed Alaskan beer.
The Lakefront Anchorage - Millenium Hotel Website
This is the perfect place for a wedding: have your ceremony inside, your reception on the sunny deck, and take off for your honeymoon destination lakeside.
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Enjoy an incredible view of Lake Hood on a 30-minute float plane tour of the area. Tours are offered when weather permits in the summer months. Tours conveniently pick up and and drop off on the deck.
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If you arrive by float plane, you can access the private float plane dock.
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Take a charter flight to one of the many excellent fishing spots in the area and the hotel will grill your fresh catch for you!
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Relax in your elegant room and enjoy the Alaskan hunting lodge atmosphere right in the heart of the city. Displays of Alaskan history and animal life are scattered throughout the hotel.
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Enjoy a magical stay at the Lakefront Anchorage and enjoy watching float planes to your heart’s content. It’s an ideal spot for the serious aviation enthusiast and the traveler who loves an excellent hotel.
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Are you a float plane enthusiast? Tell us about your most epic trip in the comments below.
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Yelp/ The Lakefront Anchorage
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