Top 11 Fishing Lodges In Kodiak Island, Alaska - Updated 2024

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When you think about fishing, what comes to your mind? Bodies of water, a boat, a fishing rod, angling, bait, hooks, et cetera. Kodiak Island is one of the best places where you can fish. It’s a big island on the southern coast of Alaska. With lots of forests, hiking, and hunting are popular on this side of the world. You can spend time relaxing in Fort Abercrombie State Historical Park or see samples of local fish and their habitat in Kodiak Laboratory Aquarium and Touch Tank. If you’re a beer lover, you can check out Kodiak Island Brewing Company. One of the most popular sports here is fishing. If you are visiting and looking for accommodations, the place offers many Airbnb vacation rentals. However, if you prefer to stay somewhere that offers easy access to fishing spots, check out the top fishing lodges in Kodiak Island, Alaska.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and a location with easy access to fishing spots. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on October 26, 2024.

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1. Oceanfront retreat with private beach access (from USD 150)

Discover the epitome of tranquility and luxury at this exclusive waterfront accommodation on Kodiak Island, Alaska. Your one-bedroom guest suite, nestled on the first floor of a newly renovated duplex, offers a breathtaking ocean view. Step inside to discover a fully stocked kitchen, ready to cater to your culinary desires and create memorable meals.

Relax in the backyard or cherish the peace and privacy of your own beach access, providing a sanctuary for quiet fishing moments. Stay connected with Wi-fi and indulge in your favorite shows on the in-suite TV, while a collection of books and reading materials invites you to unwind and immerse yourself in literary bliss. With long-term stays permitted, this retreat promises an experience of a lifetime.

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Kodiak, Alaska, United States
6.38 km (4.0 mi) from White Sands Beach
30 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire guest suite 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Host:
okiyo was responsive and great to communicate with
simply amazing okiyo was extremely responsive
Location:
beautiful oceanfront location and well appointed apartment
Cleanliness:
everything was very clean
okiyo's place was easy to find sparkling clean and had everything we could need
Amenities & Room:
beautiful view and comfortable accommodations
the view of the ocean was gorgeous and every morning we watched the sea lions swim by
incredible view very comfortable great price
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2. Comfortable house for six (from USD 201)

Have a comfortable experience on an island in this cozy and comfortable house that features three bedrooms that can sleep up to six people. It has all the furnishings and appliances that you want, including a bathroom. Other spaces include a kitchen, living area, a dining area, and a lawn. This home has delightful views of one of the busiest channels in the area, which also functions as a fishing port. If you want to travel around the area with heavy luggage, you can borrow a couple of trucks during the summer for a fee.

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6.2 km (3.9 mi) from White Sands Beach
26 reviews   Wifi Available
House 6 Guests 3 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 6
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Host:
stephen was an excellent host and responded quickly to any questions that we had
owners were very helpful in assisting me with planning out our trip as well
stephen was awesome to work with very attentive and personally meet us and walked us through the house
stephen was very helpful and responsive
lovely views good location all-in-all a welcoming home and stephen as a truly great host
Location:
great location close to town
couldn't have been nicer the location was perfect
more than enough room for the six of us with a great location on kodiak
Cleanliness:
the place is clean and well appointed and decorated
the home was as advertised clean comfortable with a good view of the beautiful bay and mountains
Amenities & Room:
beautiful views comfortable beds and well stocked kitchen
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3. Furnished house with kitchen (from USD 595)

This fully furnished house with a modern style is perfect for people who want to fish in a wider area as it is conveniently located between two lakes, Lake Bettinger and Lilly Lake. It has four bedrooms that can sleep up to ten people, and it comes with three bathrooms. Other spaces include a kitchen, a living area, a patio, a balcony, a lawn, and a veranda. It has a huge garage where you can store all your fishing equipment and a big freezer where you can store your catch. Other amenities include Wi-fi, a TV, a heater, and a washer and dryer.

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5.42 km (3.4 mi) from White Sands Beach
67 reviews   Wifi Available
House 12 Guests 4 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 12
Minimum Nights: 5
Refund Policy :

Top guest reviews
Host:
the owners were extremely helpful
the owner was responsive and extremely accommodating
they were accommodating polite and very responsive to all our questions
the owners were very responsive and professional throughout the entire reservation process and during our stay
property manager was very responsive in resolving some minor issues
Location:
good location -downtown is 10 minute drive (30 minute walk) and safeway/walmart is an easy 10 min walk
Cleanliness:
the house was clean and extremely comfortable
it is exceptionally clean plenty of supplies very comfortable
the house is clean and cozy and full of character
the house is well kept and very clean
the house is beyond beautiful and clean
Amenities & Room:
beds were comfortable kitchen was well equipped and heated garage for our gear was wonderful
having three bathrooms was perfect for our group
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4. Cabin with pool access (from USD 182)

With a view of the majestic ocean, this particular house features a couple of bedrooms that can sleep up to six people. It is located in a tiny neighborhood that overlooks nearby islands and Pearson Cove, making it one of the best places to stay on Kodiak Island, Alaska. Aside from two baths, other spaces include a kitchen, a living area, a patio, a dining area good for eight people, and a lawn. It has a deck where you can have a cup of coffee in the morning while peering over the ocean. This house is a few minutes’ walk from downtown.

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6.35 km (4.0 mi) from White Sands Beach
61 reviews   Wifi Available
House 6 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 6
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Host:
the owners was wonderful with booking
lacey was a wonderful host
lacey was out fishing but very responsive to all my emails
Location:
great location and very comfortable accommodations
mudroom is a real plus in a place like kodiak
this was a perfect place to stay and we will definitely plan to stay again
Cleanliness:
this property was clean and sunny
clean with everything you need to enjoy your stay
very clean proper instructions were provided
the home was indeed clean and very well furnished
very impressed with the quality of the facility and it was immaculately clean
Amenities & Room:
beautiful views from the kitchen window
the beds were all equipped with very comfortable mattresses
i personally enjoyed having breakfast early in morning watching ferry arriving and fishermen leaving
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5. Spacious home close to hiking trails (from USD 207)

If you want to stay in a place where you can easily hike in the woods and the mountains without being too far from downtown, this home is the right one for you. This vacation rental in Kodiak Island, Alaska, has beautiful views of the ocean and the mountain.

It features three bedrooms that can sleep up to eight people. It also has a couple of bathrooms and a half bath. Guests will have access to a kitchen, living area, deck, and dining area that can seat up to six people. However, the best spot in the house is the deck, which comes with a seating area and a grill. Make some grilled meals there or just stay and watch the views.

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6.09 km (3.8 mi) from White Sands Beach
18 reviews   Wifi Available
House 8 Guests 3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 8
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Host:
home owner was available and very responsive to any questions we had
communication with owner was excellent
Location:
great house location was perfect just a couple minutes from downtown
excellent location and super accomodations
this was a great location for visiting kodiak trip
the property is in a great centralized location with convenient access to all that kodiak has to offer
a little traffic noise in the morning but overall amazing place
Cleanliness:
house was clean and provided with fans to help cool down
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6. Oceanfront property with sauna (from USD 180)

If you’re looking for an oceanfront property to stay in so you can have easy access to activities such as fishing, hiking, biking, kayaking, and sightseeing, this home called A Captain’s Quarters will suit your love for the sea. Situated 3 miles (4.8 kilometers) from the downtown area and right on the coast of Mill Beach Beach, this home away from home features a bedroom and a bathroom. Other spaces include your own kitchen, a living room, a large deck with direct access to the beach, a dining area good for six people, and a balcony. Guests looking to work while on vacation can use the Wi-fi, office desk, and phone. A provided freezer is convenient for storing your catch of the day, which you can prepare in the processing area. To top it all off, you will have your own banya, which is a type of sauna.

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Kodiak Island, AK, US
2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

7. Snug quarters with large deck (from USD 325)

For an affordable price, you can have a luxurious experience on Kodiak Island. This furnished home, located in front of the ocean, features three bedrooms, a bathroom, and a half bath. Other spaces include a fully stocked kitchen, living area, a deck, a dining area good for six people, and a veranda. Amenities include Wi-fi, a TV, a heater, and a washer and dryer. You can enjoy the picturesque horizon and view wildlife from the house’s large deck. Since it is located steps away from the beach, you can also doze off at night while listening to the ambient sounds of the ocean. This accommodation is the definition of luxury in Kodiak Island.

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6.09 km (3.8 mi) from White Sands Beach
56 reviews   Wifi Available
Apartment 7 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 7
Minimum Nights: 4
Refund Policy :

Top guest reviews
Host:
owners were very nice
the property owner was easy to reach out to and even brought us two dungeness crab one afternoon
owners were very accommodating and responsive to our needs
Location:
we very much enjoyed our stay at this prime bay location
we wish we could have stayed a couple of weeks the place was so nice
our children loved the short walk down to the beachfront to beach comb for seashells and sea glass
Cleanliness:
very clean and well maintained
the house is clean well equipped and comfortable
it was clean comfortable and better than any hotel
great visit- clean and well-appointed house with excellent views peaceful
this place is comfortable clean and has an amazing location the views from nearly all windows are stellar
Amenities & Room:
beautiful view from deck from kitchen and living room
very nice apartment unit with wonderful views of the bay
plenty of room for family to stay and enjoy the view of the water
beds were very comfortable and there was lots of closet space in all the rooms
jennifer's house was spacious comfortable and it has an incredible view
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8. Quiet cabin close to all amenities (from USD 325)

This large, squeaky clean cabin for rent in Kodiak Island, Alaska, has been renovated and now features three sizable and comfortable bedrooms that can sleep up to seven people. It also has a couple of bathrooms. Other spaces include a fully equipped kitchen, a living area, a patio, a dining area that can seat up to eight people, and a lawn.

What makes this home unique is that it has a panoramic view of the ocean and the mountains. For those who want to fish, the townhouse is a couple of minutes away from Mill Bay Beach, and water sports and beachcombing are popular activities there. A nice, quick walk from this house will take you to nature trails at Fort Abercrombie State Historical Park.

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Kodiak, AK, US
9 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

9. Lovely abode for large families (from USD 271)

This home rental offers good rates during winter, making it a great accommodation if you’re planning to stay for a long time. It features four bedrooms that can sleep up to nine people. It also has two and a half bathrooms, a kitchen, and a living area. The best places where you can eat are the patio and the dining area, which can accommodate six people. This home is near restaurants, stores, and hiking spots. Head to the heated garage to play some ping pong or to borrow some fishing gear. This is a great place for the whole family.

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6.37 km (4.0 mi) from White Sands Beach
6 reviews  
House 9 Guests 4 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms
Top guest reviews
Host:
the owner was very responsive and obviously eager to please
Location:
this property is excellent for a group or family needing a place to stay in kodiak
Cleanliness:
very clean and spacious and a "10" for comfort
clean spacious well appointed great location
Amenities & Room:
new carpets and a good kitchen
the house was perfect with lots of room comfortable beds and everything we needed during our trip
the extra beds and bonus room worked out great
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10. Bright bedroom with ocean views (from USD 169)

Don’t be fooled by this house’s quaint appearance as it is packed with everything you need for a fishing vacation. This newly renovated house features two bathrooms and three bedrooms that can sleep up to seven people. Other spaces include a kitchen, a living area, and a large yard with a nice ocean view. Other amenities include Wi-fi, a TV, a heater, and a washer and dryer. Parks and shopping centers are a quick walk from here.

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6.11 km (3.8 mi) from White Sands Beach
45 reviews  
House 7 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 7
Minimum Nights: 3
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Host:
great house and the owner does everything she can to accommodate your needs
great property friendly owners and an overall excellent experience
owner is very easy to work with and will try to accommodate anything you need
communication with the owner was easy and check-in was a breeze
Location:
great location in quiet neighborhood within walking distance of downtown restaurants etc
the location is in a quite & safe neighborhood
walk which was very good excercise
close to everything lots of room and entire check in / out process was super easy
Cleanliness:
everything was clean and orderly
the property was nice and clean
house was clean and had everything we needed for our stay
everything was in excellent running condition and spotlessly clean
great place clean has everything you need for your stay on kodiak
Amenities & Room:
the bathroom shower curtain fell off the wall pretty easy needs a new one
the place was very comfortable
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11. Beachside retreat with large kitchen (from USD 485)

This oceanfront home is a nice retreat if you want to stay by the beach. This pleasing home features three bedrooms, each with a queen-size bed, that can sleep up to seven people. Guests staying here can make use of a large kitchen, a living area, a dining area, which can accommodate seven people, and a lawn. Wi-fi and a TV are available for indoor entertainment, while a heater and a washer and dryer are there for guests’ convenience. With a home that’s right by the channel, you will always have spectacular views of the ocean.

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6.48 km (4.1 mi) from White Sands Beach
42 reviews   Wifi Available
House 7 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 7
Minimum Nights: 4
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Host:
annie and tony were lovely hosts
hope was very helpful and easy to contact during the reservation process and a
Location:
i loved the location - all different types of boats going by each day
the property is in a great location and has a beautiful view
beachside was the perfect place to do that
Cleanliness:
plenty of towels and very clean
everything is perfectly clean and the beds are great
it was in clean and in good condition and had a well stocked kitchen
also grateful for mud room entry; a dry & warm place to shed our rain gear & boots
Amenities & Room:
great kitchen and view
it was also extremely comfortable and has excellent wifi
the house has good wi-fi and comfortable beds
terrific and well-stocked kitchen
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Get hooked on nature while relaxing in Kodiak Island

Staying in a fishing lodge opens up a world of thrilling things to do. From reeling in a big game while enjoying the awesome views of the ocean or staying on the deck while sipping coffee and watching wildlife, there’s no shortage of incredible experiences awaiting you. So you can chill out in Alaska — literally and figuratively — book a flight to Kodiak Island now. Stay close to the sea and have a pleasant experience no matter the weather.

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