Van Gilder Hotel | Hotel in Seward

6.2 (522 Reviews) |  1 Bathroom
Seward Hotel | Van Gilder Hotel

Hotel in Seward

Historic hotel in Seward with free parking
This hotel features a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and concierge services. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free area shuttle are also provided. Other amenities include a library, express check-out, and tour/ticket assistance.
Change of towels is available on request.
Van Gilder Hotel offers 20 accommodations with complimentary toiletries. This Seward hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Hair dryers, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Amenities

Parking
Designated Smoking Area
Transportation/Shuttle
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Toiletries
Guest Services
Entertainment
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen

Facility Overview

Bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Heating
  • Bed sheets
Parking
  • Free bus station shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free area shuttle up to 25 yards
Accessibility
  • This property does not have elevators
Activities
  • Fishing
  • Shopping mall
  • Art gallery
General
  • Library
  • Spanish
  • English
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Designated smoking areas
Guest Services
  • Free area shuttle
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Luggage storage
  • Front desk (limited hours)
Internet
  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Policies

Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 pm; check-in end time: 9:00 pm late check-in subject to availability minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am express check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome. rollaway/extra beds are not available. cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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 safety features at this property include a smoke detector special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Reviews

Jasmine
Sep 23, 2025 08:01:48 PM
Review Score:   6
Summary: Bathroom was clean. If you just need a place to stay, this place gets the job done. Staff was friendly. Needs some updates, but I was safe and slept peacefully.
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
1 Queen - Shared Bath
Room Size: m2
1 Queen Bed
1 Queen - Shared Bath

General

Number of living rooms 0, Number of bedrooms - 0, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Number of bathrooms - 1, Shared bathroom with sink in room
Classic Double Room
Room Size: m2
2 Queen Beds

General

Number of living rooms 0, Private bathroom, Number of bedrooms - 0, Bed count minimum 2, Number of bathrooms - 1, Bed count maximum 2
Apartment Annex
Room Size: m2
1 Queen Bed
Apartment Annex

General

Number of living rooms 0, Private bathroom, Number of bedrooms - 0, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Number of bathrooms - 1
Annex 1 Queen Bed
Room Size: m2
1 Queen Bed
Annex 1 Queen Bed

General

Number of living rooms 0, Number of bedrooms - 0, Shared bathroom, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Number of bathrooms - 1
2 Full Beds
Room Size: m2
2 Double Beds
2 Full Beds

General

Number of living rooms 0, Private bathroom, Number of bedrooms - 0, Bed count minimum 2, Number of bathrooms - 1, Bed count maximum 2
One Queen & 1 Twin
Room Size: m2
2 Queen Bed and Twin Bed
One Queen & 1 Twin

General

Number of living rooms 0, Private bathroom, Number of bedrooms - 0, Bed count minimum 2, Number of bathrooms - 1, Bed count maximum 2
Suite, 2 Bedrooms
Room Size: m2
2 Queen Beds
Suite, 2 Bedrooms

General

Number of living rooms 0, Private bathroom, Number of bedrooms - 2, Bed count minimum 2, Number of bathrooms - 1, Bed count maximum 2
Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed
Room Size: m2
1 Queen Bed
Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

General

Number of living rooms 0, Private bathroom, Number of bedrooms - 0, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Number of bathrooms - 1
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