Altura Bistro

Beef, halibut & salmon burgers (plus sandwiches, sides & hand-dipped shakes) in a no-frills joint.

Venerable spot specializing in fried chicken that also offers burgers & old-school milkshakes.

A pair of quaint clapboard houses featuring Alaskan art, free WiFi & free continental breakfast. A block from Elderberry Park and the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail, this homey clapboard 2-building inn is on the east end of Downtown, 0.6 miles from the Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center. Homey rooms are decorated with Alaskan art; many have views of the Cook Inlet or Alaska Range. All have free WiFi and cable TV. Some have shared bathrooms; others add amenities like full kitchens and separate living spaces. The inn has a private garden with a sitting area. Complimentary continental breakfast is served in the main house's living room, which has a stone-lined fireplace.

Casual restaurant offering German staples such as schnitzels, sausages, and pretzels, plus beers.

Contemporary hotel with an indoor pool & fitness center, plus a relaxed restaurant & event space. This modern downtown hotel is an 8-minute walk to the Anchorage Museum and 5.3 miles to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport. All rooms (some with mountain or water views) offer contemporary decor and custom-designed beds, plus desks, 37-inch flat-screen TVs and WiFi (fee). Executive rooms provide access to the Club Lounge, Monday to Friday. Suites add sitting areas. Amenities include a relaxed bar and a cafe offering Alaskan and American cuisine, plus a fitness center, an indoor pool and a steam room. There's also a business center and over 20,000 sq ft of meeting space.

Storied property with homey rooms & suites, plus plus complimentary continental breakfast & a gym. Established in 1916, this quaint landmark hotel in Downtown is within a half-mile of the Anchorage Museum, the Alaska Center for the Performing Arts, and the Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center. Homey rooms with traditional decor have free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and coffeemakers. Microwaves are available on request. Suites add minifridges, wet bars and sitting areas with sofabeds. A complimentary continental breakfast buffet is served in a rustic-chic bar. There's also an exercise room and a business center. Parking is offered for a fee.

This bustling bakery and cafe whips up fresh, delicious breads and inventive pastries, making it a must-stop spot for brunch in Anchorage.

At this vibrant hangout, the inventive pizzas and house-brewed beers come alive amidst psychedelic art, offering a lively dining experience that enchants your palate.

Live music & trivia in a laid-back hangout serving seafood & pub grub, plus a huge beer selection.

High-end restaurant offering French & New American cuisine, an extensive wine list & scenic views.