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The Hibernation Station

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Scout Lake State Recreation Site

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
The current price is P8,790
P9,053 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 27 - Jun 28

Room options

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LED TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LED TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Comfort Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LED TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
35590 Sterling Hwy, Sterling, AK, 99672

What's nearby

  • Scout Lake State Recreation Site - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Moose River - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Bings Landing - 10 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Soldotna Creek Park - 16 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Kenai Beach - 35 min drive - 41.4 km

Getting around

  • Kenai, AK (ENA-Kenai Municipal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cook's Corner Tesoro - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Magpye's Pizzeria - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Suzie's Cafe - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Moosequitos Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mooseback Annie's - ‬12 min walk

About this property

The Hibernation Station

Motel near Kenai River
Located close to Scout Lake State Recreation Site and Morgan's Landing State Recreation Area, The Hibernation Station provides a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, gas grills, and outdoor furniture
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, a water dispenser, and a nature reserve
Room features
All guestrooms at The Hibernation Station boast comforts such as free WiFi and dining tables.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LED TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and microwaves

Languages

English

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  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
7.6 out of 10, Good, 455 reviews
The price is P7,882
P8,671 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Mama's Wilderness BBQ

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

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

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Hibernation Station pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Hibernation Station?

As of Jun 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hibernation Station on Jun 27, 2025 start from P 8,789.74, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Hibernation Station?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Hibernation Station?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Hibernation Station?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 25 (subject to availability).

Where is The Hibernation Station located?

Situated in a rural location, this motel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Scout Lake State Recreation Site and within 3 mi (5 km) of Moose River and Kenai River. Bings Landing and Kenai National Wildlife Refuge are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Hibernation Station Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

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

Quiet and friendly when I did see staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Great area close to sterling
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Room is clean and location is easy to get there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Very friendly and super clean!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10

Ot was a nice room, very clean and comfortable. Friendly owner and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

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

A perfectly fine place to stay at a reasonable price. The staff was friendly. Not a resort destination, but a welcome sight after dipnetting on the Kenai. I'd certainly stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10

They are nice and welcoming. It looks old but clean inside.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

My room was updated nice and clean and both owners were awesome to deal with
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10

They advertise breakfast but it was cheap donuts and coffee
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Hosts were very nice and helpful! First floor is being updated right now.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10

A hotel on the comeback with new young owners. Very clean! Still working on the amenities like internet service. A good value.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10

For an outdated building, it was very clean, staff was very nice, and I would stay there again. My only hope would be they consider updating at least the mattresses and pillows; they were super uncomfortable. Otherwise a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

The lighting at night driving in was the only issue.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

This is a refurbished older hotel. It's a good place to stay for fishermen. They have freezer space for rent for one's catch. The room was comfortable. The refrigerator had a shelf for a freezer, like many hotels, and it was able to freeze our blue ice. There was coffee (but no decaf) tea, and grab and go items for breakfast; nothing special, but we still were glad to have it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10

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

6/10

The bed was very hard, no bath mat, unpleasant strong floral scent when you enter, stairway, and hallway. Hard for those of us with allergies
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

It doesn't look like much, but the rooms were clean, and refurbished. The beds were pretty hard, but I don't mind a firm bed. The staff was very friendly and even gave us some garbage bags to cover a piece of luggage we had on top of a vehicle to protect it from the rain. They a nice refrigerator to put your fish in too. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024