Nestled in the mountains, Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge offers a cozy retreat with a fireplace in the lobby and two restaurants serving American cuisine. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner while taking advantage of laundry facilities and luggage storage. Guests rave about the helpful staff.
Wrangell‐St. Elias National Park Visitor Center - 9 min drive - 10.9 km
Dry Creek State Recreation Site - 27 min drive - 35.7 km
Squirrel Creek State Recreation Site - 34 min drive - 46.4 km
Getting around
Valdez, AK (VDZ) - 136 min drive
Restaurants
Two Rivers Restaurant - 1 min walk
Copper Rail Depot Saloon - 7 min drive
Bee Happy Coffee Company - 6 min drive
About this property
Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge
When visiting Copper Center, Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge is a great choice to consider. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit Whistle Stop Bar & Grill, one of 2 restaurants, which serves American cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
85 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
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Parking
Free uncovered on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–10:00 AM
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Water dispenser
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fireplace in reception
Accessibility
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
4 on-site accessible parking spaces
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in stairwells
Front entrance ramp
Well-lit path to entrance
Step-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch flat-screen TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating (climate-controlled)
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Window screens
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Soap and shampoo
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free local calls
Desk chair
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Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Whistle Stop Bar & Grill – This restaurant specialises in American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Two Rivers Restaurant – This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 15 to 30 per person
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between 15 September and 15 May.
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 20 per night
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge currently open?
The property is closed between 15 September and 15 May.
Does Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Are there restaurants at or near Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge?
Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring American cuisine.
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Reviews
Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.4
Cleanliness
8.6
Amenities
8.6
Staff & service
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
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10/10 Exceptional
26 May, 2025
Great location and stay
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 Aug, 2025
Excellent wilderness location, great rooms and service!
Shahid
Shahid, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
4 Jul, 2025
Beautiful location and great staff.
Brent
Brent, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 Sept, 2025
Beautiful setting and views.
ben
ben, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 Sept, 2025
The view was awesome and the staff was very friendly and accommodating.
Patrick A.
Patrick A., 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 Sept, 2025
Very convenient to Denali National Park. The hotel and surroundings are beautiful. The rooms are clean and comfortable. The staff was great.
Linda
Linda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 Aug, 2025
Lovely location with stunning views of mountains before sunset. Nice walks on property and the food was very good.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
27 Aug, 2025
The property was beautiful and we enjoyed our stay. Very clean, friendly staff. Ate at the restaurant and it was delicious.
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
2 Aug, 2025
If you want a hotel in Alaska, these lodges are the place to go.
Christopher
Christopher, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
27 May, 2025
Grest food, great ,staff, grrat views and great rates!
Lisa
Lisa, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 Jul, 2025
Awesome view, very friendly and helpful staff. Good dining options on site. Would stay again and would recommend to others.
Timothy
Timothy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
27 Aug, 2025
We jad a great experience at the Pr
Janet
Janet, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 Jul, 2025
Beautiful views!
Demetria
Demetria, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
10 Jul, 2025
Nice nature, walk, beautiful location
Mitchel W
Mitchel W, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
19 Oct, 2025
Simple, pretty views, good shared lobby area. Cruises use it
David
David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 Jul, 2025
The views from the lobby and patio are superb. Nice short walking trails around the property. Dining options and food were excellent.
Barry
Barry, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
11 Jun, 2025
Lovely hotel. Enjoyed the hiking trails.
Owen
Owen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 Aug, 2025
I chose this hotel to stay at because of his proximity to the Saint Elias Ranger station. It was absolutely gorgeous, I had a great time. The park is beautiful, and the lodge was gorgeous with amazing views.
Vanessa
Vanessa, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 Jul, 2025
The hotels location just off the Richardson Highway between Wrangell and Valdez is perfect. The hotel and its facilities are perfect. My wife enjoyed the Copper River Salmon in the Restaurant
Francis
Francis, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 Sept, 2023
Enjoyed our stay!
Kathryn
Kathryn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 Aug, 2024
We enjoyed this location!
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
24 Aug, 2025
Great view
Rahul
Rahul, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
30 Aug, 2025
Excellent service. Excellent restaurant on site. Check in was easy & fast. Best was the excellent view of the mountain range & nearby rivers from the property with its overlook. Room was very nice & comfortable too.
Steven
Steven, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
23 Jul, 2024
Great service, nice hotel in a beautiful location.