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The Grotto Alaska 1BR Apartment, Near Katmai!

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 244.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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King Salmon, AK
  • Place, Naknek Lake
  • Place, King Salmon Visitor Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, King Salmon Pier
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, King Salmon, AK (AKN)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

The Grotto Alaska 1BR Apartment, Near Katmai!

This place is central to King Salmon. It is only 3 miles from the airport, with a private entry, full kitchen, bathroom, and space for 2 people, making it easy to plan your visit whether it involves fishing, floating, flying, hunting, bear viewing, or adventuring Katmai National Park. Shared laundry on the property upon request. Cheapest rental cars in town are ours, found on Turo.com (Ford 2020 F150 white, 2018 Black highlander SUV)

This has 1 bedroom (with 2 twin beds), 1 bathroom, and full kitchen and small, cozy living area. Shared parking area with a 3 car carport. This is the an apartment below our main house and we have 5 kids, so it is not peacefully quiet all the time. Kids may be running around outside or playing in the yard. We put them to bed at 8 and try to keep them quiet when guests are here. We can host more than 2 people if you use the extra queen air mattress in the living room.

You can access our shared laundry room downstairs if you're staying long term, otherwise you have all the amenities you need in the main house.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

King Salmon

King Salmon is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Katmai National Park and King Salmon Visitor Center. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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King Salmon, AK

What's nearby

  • King Salmon Visitor Center - 5 min drive - 5.9 km
  • King Salmon Pier - 6 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • King Salmon, AK (AKN) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sockeye Saloon - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Eddie's Fireplace Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪King Ko Inn - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Grotto Alaska 1BR Apartment, Near Katmai! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Grotto Alaska 1BR Apartment, Near Katmai!?

As of 13 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Grotto Alaska 1BR Apartment, Near Katmai! on 1 June 2026 start from AU$177, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Grotto Alaska 1BR Apartment, Near Katmai!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Grotto Alaska 1BR Apartment, Near Katmai!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Grotto Alaska 1BR Apartment, Near Katmai!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Grotto Alaska 1BR Apartment, Near Katmai! located?

Situated in King Salmon, this apartment building is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from King Salmon Visitor Center and within 9 miles (15 km) of King Salmon Pier and Savonoski Loop. Katmai National Park is 11 mi (17.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
property was lovely to stay at for a couple days
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dustin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Welcoming and quiet.

I've stayed here twice. Great spot and helpful host. Clean and comfortable too.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property served its purpose. Being close to fishing and Brooks Falls without breaking the bank. It had what we needed for our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The owner was great to work with and the room was exactly as advertised. It worked great for our stay! We also rented her car on Turo which made getting to and from the airport easy. Thanks again for all your help!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in King Salmon for a good price.

Pros: nice clean place Great price Cons: need a car or taxi to get around ( it’s 3 miles to “ town” and there are bears around).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lai L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

We enjoy the stays

The hostess is very nice. The only problem the secure code was incorrect. But she was available to help us. The driving direction is very good. There is no address to the house.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay!

Great little place to stay. Set up really well and the hosts are amazing. Easy process and they are really helpful. Place was nice and clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Alaska Getaway

Great, clean property that checked all the boxes.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Grotto is amazing

Your hosts, Tana and Adam, are amazing as is this property if you are lucky enough to find yourself in King Salmon AK. Quiet and secluded and with all modern conveniences, another great stay. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Otis F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience

Tana's place was perfect for my needs. It was spacious, clean and welcoming. The bed was super comfortable and the extras like snacks, coffee etc was a really nice touch. The host was responsive and helpful during my stay. It was very easy to get a taxi to and from the airport. I will definitely book again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very clean!

Communication was very good. And the place was very clean. Very happy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jonathan N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great over night stay

Very clean property, check in and out was easy however the listing stated a grill and a hot tub, the grill was not located by the unit and after getting a return message the next morning we were alerted that the grill was on the upper deck next to the private property sign on the stairs. Spent a lot of money at grocery store to grill out and was not able to.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Blown away!

10/10 We were in town for a family friends funeral. We thought we'd minimize the hassle by renting a place instead of staying with them. When we booked the stay, we were honestly only expecting a couple bed cots, but the place had a full kitchen, living room area, bathroom with immediate hot water and a very large/comfortable bed. The snacks were a very nice touch. I'd recommend anybody to stay there, especially considering how kind the host was when we had to make sure we found the correct place. 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharity M

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
When we arrived at The Grotto check-in was easy. Tana had contacted me days ahead of our arrival with all the check-in information as well as local information. The apartment was just what we needed for our stay in King Salmon/Katmai National Park. The apartment was clean, there was plenty of sleeping space, and we made us of the kitchen to cook some meals. Everything was easy to find in the apartment such as pots and pans, utensils, coffee pot, etc. Tana even has an iPhone that can be used during the stay because cell phone reception with anything but the local Alaskan carrier doesn’t work. I would stay in The Grotto again if I were ever to return to King Salmon. Great little apartment!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Overall the physical property was exactly as specified. The rooms were clean as were the linens and towels. What reduced my review were the following: 1) There was a great deal of noise above us, hammering, child noises and what sounded like moving furniture. 2) We were asked to leave the property "cleaner than we found it." That wasn't hard when it came to the dishes; one glass was cracked, all others were dirty as were the plates and the coffee pot. We ended up washing everything except any of the plates which we did not use. 3) There was no drain stopper to properly fill the sink and wash the dishes. We plugged the drain with paper towels to wash the dishes. 4) The couch was terribly uncomfortable. I cannot imagine if we had needed to unfold the hide-a-bed. 5) The sign for Bristol Bay was covered by bushes and only after driving by 3 times did we find it. A "Grotto" sign might have helped us.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Jimael J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Not quite as described

Chose this apartment as an alternative to more commercial lodging nearby on my way to Katmai for a backpacking adventure. The listing included a hot tub which was a key factor in choosing the location, but upon arrival and fruitless searching for the hottub, was told there is not one and there was a listing error. We were invited to use the family sauna in the main house area but that was not a great option for us. The apartment is also located under the main home where a large family lives, so the room was not quiet until all kids went to bed. I believe this was alluded to in the listing, but it cannot be overstated that this is not a quiet room. Finally, the ceiling fan in the bedroom did not work and it was quite hot in the room with no window and no air movement. Would likely choose another option for a future trip. I meant to post this much sooner but internet connectivity is very limited in the region And I didn’t have an opportunity at the time, and am just now recalling I hadn’t yet posted.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Tana Grenda

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We were born and raised in Northern Idaho and now we live in King Salmon Alaska. When we moved to Alaska, we started foster care to build our family, and began building our dream life in the outdoors of hunting, fishing, flying, and trapping. We were blessed to raise 5 siblings through foster care that we adopted, and are still foster parents today for more children in need. Our usual number of children we have running around is 6. My husband jokes that he never knows when I will bring home another child! We love this area and are happy to host you at our property for your Bristol Bay stay or adventure.

Why they chose this property

It is an apartment with a kitchen, on private property within just a couple of miles from the airport.

What makes this property unique

Your home away from home!

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