In the heart of Homer's business district, Best Western Bidarka Inn offers a warm welcome with free full breakfast and American cuisine at Fireside Lounge. Connect to WiFi, unwind in the arcade/game room or challenge friends to a game of billiards. With laundry facilities, coffee/tea in the lobby and helpful staff previous guests rave about their stay.
Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Hallo Bay Lodge Bear Viewing - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
Homer Spit - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
Getting around
Homer, AK (HOM) - 6 min drive
Free airport shuttle
Free ferry terminal shuttle
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min drive
River Cafe - 4 min walk
Fat Olives - 6 min walk
Captains Coffee - 16 min walk
Alice's Champagne Palace - 14 min walk
About this property
Best Western Bidarka Inn
Best Western Bidarka Inn is just 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from the airport and offers a free shuttle (available on request). Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Fireside Lounge, which serves American cuisine. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.
At a glance
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Hotel size
74 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 4 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 3 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (2 total, up to 80 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
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Transfers
Free airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM*
Free ferry terminal shuttle*
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning
2 bars/lounges
Restaurant
Coffee/tea in a common area
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Pool table
Beach nearby
Boat tours nearby
Fishing nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Hair salon
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Facilities
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fitness center
Arcade/game room
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Assistive listening devices available
Handrails in stairways
Closed captioned TV
Phone accessibility kit
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Pillowtop mattress
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
Fireside Lounge - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine.
Otter Room - This sports bar specializes in American cuisine.
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per day
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).
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Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Best Western Bidarka Inn?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 80 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 15 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at Best Western Bidarka Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Best Western Bidarka Inn?
Yes, a free airport shuttle is available from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM on request.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Best Western Bidarka Inn?
You can check in starting at 4 PM. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Best Western Bidarka Inn and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours and fishing. Enjoy amenities like 2 bars, a fitness center, and an arcade.
Are there restaurants at or near Best Western Bidarka Inn?
Yes, Fireside Lounge offers American cuisine.
What's the area around Best Western Bidarka Inn like?
Best Western Bidarka Inn is a short 6-minute drive from Homer, AK (HOM) and 8 minutes' walk from Bishop's Beach.
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Best Western Bidarka Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Convenient pet relief areas and pet-friendly accommodations made for a great experience. (5 reviews)
The property's restaurant and bar served great food and offered a good breakfast with plenty of options. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Sep 26, 2025
Good average hotel per the area
The hotel is a good average hotel especially for the area
Ronald
Ronald, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 10, 2025
Good place close to everything
Serge
Serge, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2025
Great place to stay
Ellen
Ellen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 3, 2025
Front desk staff was very welcoming, she made us feel at home.
Deena
Deena, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2025
Everthing was the best place to be
Myhi
Myhi, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 7, 2025
Convenient to catch a ferry next morning.
Dana
Dana, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 4, 2025
The location was perfect for our stay, the staff was lovely, the room was comfortable and clean. The breakfast was wonderful. I would recommend.
JoLene M
JoLene M, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 18, 2025
The hotel staff was very kind and helpful. Check in and out was so easy. Great breakfast!
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 4, 2025
Clean rooms with exactly what we needed. It was a plus to get free breakfast too. The staff were helpful and accommodating. Would stay here again.
Tessie
Tessie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2025
We loved our room! Perfect for our family of 6! The food was great and we loved the pool table. The front desk people were so very friendly!
Jamie
Jamie, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 13, 2025
ust Average
The hotel is just average. It is located at the bottom of a hill on a busy highway. The noise from large trucks kept us awake.
Duane
Duane, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 7, 2025
Pros:
Room size
Staff was very friendly
Breakfast was very good and they had a huge dining area
Bar on site (but I didn't try)
Con:
Room is very dated
Room smelled a tiny bit
Bathroom was tiny
Brent
Brent, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 1, 2025
This was a very clean nice hotel. Beds were very comfortable! The only issues I had was the bathtub did not drain well and the tv had prints all over it and was dirty. I would stay again.
Suzanne
Suzanne, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 13, 2025
The people and the coffee were very good. The facility was clean
Diana
Diana, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 18, 2025
Staff in the office very professional and helpful . Rooms very clean.
CHARLES
CHARLES, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 25, 2025
Will stay again
Stephanie
Stephanie, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 23, 2025
Staff was friendly and polite. Property site was unkept and room needed a little bit better cleaning.
Stayed here for the second time this year. It was quiet, comfortable, the front desk staff was absolutely amazing, and the food in the Otter Room was great (I have food allergies, and they took great care to ensure I wouldn't have a bad experience). Highly recommend this property.
Rhonda
Rhonda, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 7, 2025
Staff made it fantastic
Doris
Doris, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 7, 2025
Staff were very welcoming
Calvin
Calvin, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 16, 2025
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Dedra
Dedra, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2025
Good
Pan
Pan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 4, 2025
Friendly Folks
Very helpful staff and they all were very friendly.