Alyeska Resort, AnchorageAlyeska Resort in Anchorage, United States has a corrected score of 3.2 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 15 of 42 hotels we score in Anchorage. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.2 before correction. Rooms from about $260 a night (cached, not a live quote).Alyeska Resort is a year-round ski resort and hotel in Girdwood, about 40 miles southeast of Anchorage and its international airport. The property sits among Alaskan wilderness with mountain, glacier and ocean views. It has 1,400 skiable acres, roughly 650 inches of snow a year and a 60-passenger scenic aerial tram. Guests get multiple restaurants, a spa and sauna, swimming pool, business centre and parking. Rooms start at $260 a night. It suits skiers in winter and hikers or sightseers in summer who want a full-service base for outdoor trips. Some guests find the rooms a little dated, and some runs are commonly closed.What stands out

Elegant, well-designed hotel

Strong Nordic spa and fitness facilities

Helpful resort staff

Scenic tram and mountain views

Watch out for

Rooms somewhat dated

Some ski runs often closed

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