Historic Gustavus Inn in Glacier Bay National Park
Gustavus Inn, located in the heart of Glacier Bay National Park, provides a welcoming atmosphere for visitors. For three generations, the Lesh family has hosted travelers seeking adventure in Glacier Bay and Icy Strait.
Location and Setting
The Inn rests in the Salmon River meadow, offering an ocean view of Icy Strait. Its cozy hearth room, naturalist library, and family-style dining area create a space where guests can converse and form new friendships. The six-stool bar serves locally brewed beers and wine, adding to the relaxing ambiance.
Comfortable Guest Rooms
Gustavus Inn offers comfortable guest rooms featuring a queen and a twin bed with a private bath. Two original homestead rooms with ocean views share a hall bath. Guests also have access to wireless internet throughout the Inn.
Dining and Meals
Guests enjoy family-style meals in the original homestead dining room. A typical morning includes a sourdough breakfast or homemade granola with rhubarb sauce. There is also spruce tip syrup on sourdough pancakes or homemade bread with local preserves. For more flexibility, guests can opt for a generous Alaskan picnic lunch. Dinner features freshly picked garden produce, including lettuce, raspberries, and baby carrots, paired with local seafood such as salmon, halibut, and Dungeness crab. Guests can enjoy a selection of homemade desserts, and special diets are accommodated.
Fresh and Local Ingredients
The Inn maintains a full garden, ensuring fresh ingredients for every meal. The garden provides lettuce, raspberries, and carrots, all grown in nutrient-rich glacial soil. Gustavus Inn emphasizes the use of fresh produce and locally sourced seafood to offer an authentic dining experience.
