The Wildbirch Hotel - JDV by Hyatt

We had four rooms for two and three nights each. Our family really liked the decor and the rooms are really perfect - design plus all the amenities, it just works. We liked the breakfast and loved the breakfast waiter, Sara. The place is, as other reviewers have said, VERY LONG. I jokingly called it a "boutique motel" for that - and that a golf cart to get to the far corner of the full city block where our rooms were located. They are really trying to do a nice place at a reasonable price, and we were generally really happy - except with the front desk communications. We reserved by phone to be sure we could bring two cats (and yes, we could). We wanted a high floor, rooms near each other, and all King beds. We got the high floor and rooms near each other which was great. However, they put the first arrival in a Double-Queen room whose neighbors were all Double-Queens. They had no remedy for this, though the place was not full. They also sent emails the first night saying two of our four reservations were cancelled. So, yes, they're new and they're working stuff out. That's fair. But they should make their own team's internal communications a primary goal, in my opinion.

Reserved this hotel when it was still technically called the Aviator Hotel. Rooms were reserved at ~ $500/night for two nights for a Harbor View room. When we actually stayed at the hotel months later, it was rebranded at Wildbirch Hotel. I guess it had been under going a renovation earlier in the year. It was still under renovation when we stayed there, which I didn't find out about the name change until a couple days before arrival. It looks cute and modern in parts of the hotel. Entrance, check-in area, and restaurant are updated. Room was comfortable, however, we didn't get a Harbor View room, but instead got a parking lot view since the other rooms were under renovation. While checking the prices when we were staying there, we saw rooms were in the $160-200 range, instead of $500 we paid. Some of the front desk people we interacted with were friendly, but a couple of them were not helpful. Location was great. Walking distance to a lot of breweries and restaurants. I wouldn't stay there again for the prices I paid, but if it was fully renovated and had reasonable rates, I would give it another chance. I did like that it had a water filling station.

The Wildbirch hotel is a rebrand of the hotel to a Hyatt property along with a renovation. The hotel is located in downtown Anchorage in close proximity to some great restaurants and close to the shore. The reception area is nice and cozy with a fireplace from which you can see the bar and restaurant of the hotel. Check-in was smooth and I had no issues. There is a charge for parking per day of $15 which in at the back of the hotel on the 1st floor. The rooms were nice while a little small, but still clean and newly refurbished. The room had a refrigerator, safe, TV and coffee maker. There was no microwave in the room. I found the bed to be comfortable and the sheets to be very clean. The bathroom was also very clean with no mold anywhere. While I wish they opted to refurbish with a full shower, the tub was fine. I found the water to be hot when needed, but lacking a bit in pressure. The towels were large and much better than most hotel towels I have used. We did try the restaurant one night and only found the food to be okay and not great. Luckily there are some fantastic restaurants within a block or two of the hotel. While not noted, there is a workout facility on the 1st floor that has a lot of equipment including free weights and a Peloton. However, the workout room is basically all glass and next to the event area, so if there is an event going on, they are all watching you workout. I feel that they really need to frost the glass here. All in all, I would definitely recommend staying at the Wildbirch hotel.

We loved it here even though it was only for one night. The hotel and room were beautifully designed. The room was clean and had many amenities and lots of seating options. The bed was so comfortable and towels were plush. The shower was great and many areas to hang towels/clothes. It may be something silly but I hate when hotel bathrooms only have one hook to hang things.|The most annoying thing was the walk to the room. The floors have thick carpet so it makes rolling a suitcase difficult and it can be quite a walk. I felt like I was on a cruise ship walking to my room. |We ate at the restaurant and the food was delicious. The staff were lovely there as well.|Hotel is in a convenient location, very close to shops and restaurants.|We would definitely stay here again if back in the area.

Beautiful new hotel in downtown Anchorage within walking distance of Tony Knowles trail, restaurants, art museum and shops.|The hotel has lovely gathering places on first and second floor with fireplaces. A beautiful restaurant with great food and drinks.|The clean room was nicely decorated and so appreciated the hooks near door for raincoats on rainy September days. Bathroom was small but had nice amenities and a magnified makeup mirror. |Staff was very friendly and attentive. Parking behind hotel was easy and convenient.

Keys to a good stay here. Don’t pay more than $200/night inclusive of taxes and fees. It is not worth more than that, about $150/night makes sense, but it is Alaska. Go through a third party to get a better price. Hyatt could not or would not match the MUCH lower price that I found elsewhere - which is weird Don’t let them put you in the basement rooms starting with the number 1. I insisted on a 3rd floor room. This took many requests and confirmations and still wasn’t correct at check in. They don’t look at what has previously been confirmed? Watch Severance to be amused by the ‘endless hallway.’ Rooms are newly redone and clean, if a bit loud. Linens and beds and pillows are quite nice. Hotel staff is trying to help, but you’ll need to reiterate and insist on the room you’ve requested or want. This is not your typical Hyatt (the chain recently acquired this older hotel), but they’re giving it a go. Loud fan and bathroom klieg light are obnoxious. Location is quite convenient for downtown. Illy coffee in the rooms is nice. Didn’t stay here a second time on our trip back from Denali because I couldn’t get the rate down to $200/night inclusive, but would have considered it if it was less expensive.

We stayed here on two separate occasions during our two weeks in Alaska. Its location is walkable to everything downtown. The hotel itself offers a nice bar, good restaurant, and a modern aesthetic. The room was updated, comfortable and quiet. Be aware that the hotel is sprawling rather than tall, so it can be a very long walk from the lobby to some rooms. Folks with mobility issues should request to be closer.

I’ve been to Anchorage several times for business and had always been disappointed in the quality of the hotels. But this hotel is different! The rooms are very nice, with modern touches - yet it still feels “Alaska”. Restaurant was fantastic and the coffee shop is adorable. The front desk staff was extremely friendly and welcoming. My only remark is that I left behind a piece of jewelry in the room (totally my fault-I forgot to grab it when packing up). As soon as I realized what happened I called and asked if they could look for it. The person I spoke to sounded confused and didn’t even ask for my phone number to call me back. I gave my number but wasn’t surprised when I didn’t get a call back. I called again a few days later and again asked if they could check on the necklace, but never heard back again. It’s not an expensive piece of jewelry (to be honest I would pay them more than it’s worth just to return it to me), but it was given to me as a gift after my mom passed away a few years ago so the sentimental value to me is priceless. I understand that I’m not likely to get it back at this point, but I would like to at least feel like they did their part by looking into it and calling me back. Overall, I would definitely come back here and stay again!

This is probably one of the best hotels in Anchorage.. a bit more expensive but worth it! Don't judge it by the exterior but more by the interior, the rooms are awesome. Walking in... you have a small coffee shop/ restaurant bar/ check in desks complete with fireplace! The rooms are big with great king beds with quality linens/ nice bathroom/ lounge area/ large flat screen & nice lighting. Every room also has INDIVIDUAL climate control, an espresso machine and a rustic theme! Now this is a bit more expensive but you're paying for quality.. I looked at dumps that were merely $50 less in Anchorage. Great location as well & no bed bugs!! Book it/ Talk later

The staff was kind and helpful at check-in, made us feel welcome immediately. The room was perfect for two of us, and was hospitable when friends stopped by for a quick visit. We will definitely stay again.

Excellent! Well designed rooms, gracious kind staff, and welcome comfortable lobby spaces with gas fireplaces - great to come Home to after hiking or day long meetings. Also a very good restaurant as well as coffee shop. I highly recommend this hotel!

Today I went to check out "The Crimson" and had their signature burger. It was absolutely delicious and cooked perfectly. There is just something about a good brioche bun. Then, I hit a post workout push day in the fitness center. The workout area was clean and has fresh towels and conveniently chilled water from the dispenser. Overall a great day and the amenities were top tier!