A Romantic Honeymoon in Alaska
By Greg Mattson, ERV Editor - Updated: Mar 24, 2013
Celebrating your new life together in the grandeur and seclusion of Alaska could be an unforgettable experience! If you’re a couple looking for a fresh air and wilderness after your big day, this is it.
And while we focus on an Alaska honeymoon vacation, these ideas are helpful to any couple looking at a romantic getaway in Alaska. We've chosen activities and accommodation in or near Anchorage, Fairbanks and Juneau, AK.
The Best Time to Visit Alaska - summer time. May to September brings mild to warm weather, and over 19 hours of daylight. But don't rule out a romantic winter vacation in Alaska - it's cold but there are great activities and spectacular sights, including the northern lights!
Here's proof that a honeymoon in Alaska doesn't have to mean "he fishes while she stays in the lodge!"
Romantic Places to Stay in Alaska - Resorts, Lodges & B&B's
Secluded Alaska Romantic Adventure - at Alaska's Sadie Cove Wilderness Lodge & Eco Resort , you can grab a pair of fishing rods, go kayaking, view all kinds of wildlife, or just relax in the sauna and plunge pool. In a secluded spot 10 miles by boat from Homer, AK, the lodge has all-inclusive rates for your honeymoon that include private wood cabin accommodation, water taxi transfers, and all meals.
More Romantic Hotels & B&B's in Alaska
- The Black Bear Inn
is a luxurious & romantic bed and breakfast in Ketchikan, AK that offers an outdoor hot tub, fire pit, wildlife viewing, and can arrange packages for kayak & fjord tours, as well as spa treatments.
- The Mangy Moose (great name!) is a romantic bed and breakfast in Anchorage with a honeymoon suite that includes a hot tub, fireplace and private deck with forest views.
Honeymoon Cabins in Alaska - the Luxury Creekside Chalets
are romantic honeymoon rentals in Wasilla, Alaska (45 minutes from Anchorage and on the way to Denali National Park). You'll enjoy many amenities, including LCD TV, fireplace, spa tub and king beds.
Romantic Hotel & Spa - The Sheraton Anchorage Hotel & Spa is home to one of the most popular Alaska spa resorts, is close to Anchorage Museum and the Alaska Railroad, and has water & mountain view rooms.
Alaska Honeymoon Packages
You won’t find a more luxury Alaska resort than Pearson's Pond Luxury Inn and Adventure Spa. This four-diamond romantic Alaska lodge is located in the rainforest surrounding Juneau, AK, and has romantic honeymoon suites with waterviews and whirlpool tubs.
Added luxury touches include robes, spa bath amenities, and en-suite dining.
They also offer honeymoon packages, and can even arrange intimate destination weddings on an Alaska glacier accessed only by helicopter!
Summer Honeymoon in Alaska - Activities
Here’s a brief roundup of some of the most romantic spots in Alaska:
Day trips from Anchorage - Denali National Park is one of the must-see Alaska sights, and is accessible from Anchorage by scenic flights.
Scenic Drive in Alaska - the Seward Highway south of Anchorage to Kenai Fjords National Park is one of the most scenic road journeys in Alaska. You'll can pass through gold rush towns, view icebergs and glaciers, see moose, elk or even bears at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, or enjoy some whale watching at the Beluga Point Interpretive Site.
Fun Things for Couples to Do in Alaska - Newlyweds looking for an Alaska adventure vacation should not miss out on a romantic Alaksa dogsled ride from Sled Dog Adventures in Fairbanks, AK.
Winter Honeymoon in Alaska
Romantic Alaska Northern Lights Viewing - imagine cuddling up together under a dazzling display of the Aurora Borealis!
One of the best times of the year to see the Northern Lights in Alaska is around February and March, so if you can plan a winter honeymoon in Alaska then, you'll probably see an amazing performance.
Romantic Places to Stay & See the Northern Lights:
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Aurora Borealis Lodge
- the name says it all! Romantic lodge close to Fairbanks, yet in a secluded location away from the city lights. One of the best spots for viewing the spectacular Alaska Northern Lights.
- Chena Hot Springs Resort - Northern Lights Alaska Winter Package in Fairbanks, AK that includes 2 nights accommodation, passes for soaking in an outdoor hot springs, dog sled ride, northern lights viewing tour, and more.
Travel to Alaska:
Flights to Alaska: Anchorage (ANC) is the main gateway to Alaska. Alaska Airlines has some of the cheapest airfare deals to Alaska, with direct flights to Anchorage from Seattle and several other cities.
Distance and travel time from Seattle to Alaska are reasonable (1420 miles, 3.5 hrs flight time). Northwest, Continental and United also fly to Alaska from their main hubs. Air Canada has seasonal direct flights to Anchorage from Vancouver.
More on Romantic Alaska:
- If an Alaska Honeymoon cruise is what you're after, see our page on romantic Alaska Cruises for info on cruises to Alaska from Vancouver and Seattle.
- Alaska Elopement Packages - great ideas for simple, affordable and memorable weddings in romantic Alaska Lodges and B&B's.
Best Place to Honeymoon / Honeymoon in Alaska