Top of The World Hotel
1 night
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1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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Top of The World Hotel
3060 Eben Hopson St, Barrow, Alaska, United States
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Top of the World Hotel invites visitors to vacation in one of the most unique destinations in Alaska and quite possibly one of the most unique destinations of the world-the Top of the World Barrow Alaska. We invite you to come to the Top of the World Hotel overlooking the Arctic Ocean where from your guest room window you can experience the land of the midnight sun watch a whale migrate a polar bear wander or the northern lights dance across the sky. It is an adventure you are not likely to forget. The Barrow area is rich in heritage and the Top of the World Hotel is well known for its authentic Inupiat Eskimo hospitality. The hotel features a restaurant 70 well-appointed rooms has modern services and state of the art amenities direct dial phones cable flat screen TVs free Wi-Fi and private baths all conveniently located in the heart of Barrow 330 miles inside the Arctic Circle. Also offered is the lobby area gift shop beverage bar meeting space fitness room full common kitchens and twenty-four hour front desk service. Airport shuttle is available to and from the hotel which is conveniently located one mile from the Will Roger and Wiley Post Airport.Show More
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4.4/5Very Good
·Cleanliness: 4.4
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Surroundings
Airport: Wiley Post Will Rogers Memorial Airport
(1.5 km)
Landmarks: Utqiagvik Whale Bone Arch
(120m)
Landmarks: Barrow Islamic Center
(570m)
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Guest Reviews(19)
4.4/5
Very Good
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness4.4
- Amenities4.4
- Location4.4
- Service4.4
Guest User
July 1, 2024
It was a great place to spend one night. From outside it was not spectacular. But inside it was much nicer. The rooms were spacious and comfortable. The restaurant was excellent. It was right by the whalebone arch and the water so you could walk around and see several things.
Guest User
June 8, 2024
Our ocean view room at Top of the Hotel was facing the arctic. The delux room had a king bed and a sofa bed which covered for our family of 4 with kids. The unique feature of the room is the kitchenette having a microwave, sink, plates, cups and towels. We made use of the gift shop to buy essentials like soda, water and Advil. The restaurant food was delicious. The service at the front desk is warm and courteous. The front porch is a great area to be seated while you wait for the cab. They organize shuttle from and to the airport for guests. Overall, this hotel is the best place to stay in Barrow.
Guest User
September 14, 2023
The Top of the World Hotel is a nice place to stay. Everything was clean, beds were comfortable, and the staff were attentive. The hotel shuttle is waiting at the airport for you when you arrive since there is only 1 flight in and out on most days. We did the polar plunge into the Arctic ocean, and they gave us nice certificates and patches for it. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay again if we ever went back up.
Guest User
September 5, 2023
Stayed one night. Rooms are nice, pretty standard. Hotel has an airport shuttle and a town wide tour. A little pricey but something to do for the day. You can earn your polar plunge certificate in the Arctic Ocean across the street by the whale bone arch.
Guest User
August 31, 2023
Great location providing easy access to the beach. Made it easier to experience ( and take a dip in) the Arctic Ocean. Hotel restaurant offered both convenience and good food including reindeer soup. Short 10 min walk to the Heritage Center.
Guest User
August 27, 2023
I can’t say enough about the friendliness of the hotel staff and the time they dedicated to conversation and teaching us about local culture, traditions, and the area in general. The hotel is nice and exceeds expectations in such a harsh climate, but the people make it a wonderful experience that I would recommend to anyone.
Guest User
August 13, 2023
Great location. Convenient hotel restaurant, friendly staff. We were also here in 2018. This trip all of their vacuum cleaners must have been broken. We were on the 3rd floor. During a two night stay, the cigarette butt (in a no smoking facility) and beach gravel in the hallway outside our room was never cleaned up. The room floor felt grubby. The entry area had crushed saltine crackers on the carpeted floor. The tour - the Heritage Center was very nice. Attached is a workroom where natives work their crafts and offer them for sale. Nice to be able to speak with the artist. Impressive and instructive displays. In 2018 and last month, the advertised Cultural Entertainment Presentation was not presented. The grocery store stop was eye-opening - a good selection, but considering that everything must be shipped in, very high prices. Our grandkids enjoyed playing on the football field, but the Polar Plunge was the highlight!
Guest User
July 22, 2023
I stayed for a night this week. The location is unbeatable- right by the beach and Whale Bone Arch. The views are spectacular on a sunny day. It's a 3 minute drive from the airport. The website says they have a complimentary airport shuttle however a few days before I arrived I got an email from the hotel saying the shuttle was only for tour guests and I should book a taxi to get there. . Everywhere in town is within walking distance. Check in was quick and the recpetionist was friendly. My 1st floor room was big enough but was baking hot- just a little fan to cool it down and it wasn't working. The window was badly smashed too. They don't have blackout curtains which is bad when it doesn't get dark during the summer. It was so hot and light that I didn't sleep well. There is a small (very small) fitness room which is a nice touch. Gift shop was rather poor. On site restaurant is ok- closes at 8pm not 10pm as advertised though. Whilst everything this far north is expensive, nigh on $300 a night for this place is ridiculous and very poor value.
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June 11, 2023
Hotels in Utqiagvik (Barrow) shouldn’t be judged by normal standards. Even though this would not be a 5-star place if plopped into a major city, it was fantastic. Being 100 yards from the Whale Bone Arch and the beach was wonderful. The seemingly everlasting dawn/dusk in the spring/fall create amazing colors. I spent a lot of time walking on the beach and taking pictures. Touch the water (and get a picture of it) and the hotel will give you a certificate. The restaurant was good, the staff were nice, and it was clean and comfortable. The airport shuttle was useful. On the other hand, my first night the window wouldn’t close completely (we like it cold). Also the WiFi didn’t work—it seemed like it may have never worked. If this is important, you may wish to call to see whether it’s actually available.
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: After 14:00
Check-out: Before 12:00
Breakfast
Breakfast not provided.
Property Description
Top of the World Hotel invites visitors to vacation in one of the most unique destinations in Alaska and quite possibly one of the most unique destinations of the world-the Top of the World Barrow Alaska. We invite you to come to the Top of the World Hotel overlooking the Arctic Ocean where from your guest room window you can experience the land of the midnight sun watch a whale migrate a polar bear wander or the northern lights dance across the sky. It is an adventure you are not likely to forget. The Barrow area is rich in heritage and the Top of the World Hotel is well known for its authentic Inupiat Eskimo hospitality. The hotel features a restaurant 70 well-appointed rooms has modern services and state of the art amenities direct dial phones cable flat screen TVs free Wi-Fi and private baths all conveniently located in the heart of Barrow 330 miles inside the Arctic Circle. Also offered is the lobby area gift shop beverage bar meeting space fitness room full common kitchens and twenty-four hour front desk service. Airport shuttle is available to and from the hotel which is conveniently located one mile from the Will Roger and Wiley Post Airport.