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VIEWTOPIA - Downtown Ketchikan

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A cruise ship docked at a port with mountains in the background.
A living room with a white sofa, a blue sofa, a patterned ottoman, a small table with a lamp, and a bookshelf.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a refrigerator, a stove, and a microwave. There are various kitchen items on the countertops, including a kettle, a coffee maker, and a basket.
A marina with a large cruise ship docked, smaller boats, and a pier with a view of mountains in the background.
A neatly made bed with striped pillows, a bedside lamp, and a small white nightstand.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
This vacation home accommodates 2 guests with 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. It features water views and outdoor areas including a porch, patio, and deck. Adventure seekers can enjoy kayaking, fishing, and mountain climbing nearby. Explore local attractions like Creek Street and the Tongass Historical Museum, along with shopping outlets and the marina.

Highlights

  • The great outdoors

    Guests love the outdoor space here.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Near Creek Street
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Patio
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Massages in spa
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Ketchikan, AK
  • Place, Creek Street
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Southeast Alaska Discovery Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Dolly's House Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ketchikan, AK (KTN-Ketchikan Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

VIEWTOPIA - Downtown Ketchikan

Enjoy staying in Alaska's 1st city with this Clean & Comfortable entire downtown unit all to yourselves!
Relax on your private deck w/ unparalleled views of the channel & city skyline. Stunning sunrise & sunsets will make you want to come back season after season.
No need to rent a car! A minute walk to Nightlife, Bars, Restaurants, Stores and Fishing Docks.
Comfortable and high-quality Queen mattress, bed & designer linens. ***Linens, furniture, interior decorations may change due to season or upgrade or cleaning schedule.**

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Adults only

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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

Property # 1531486vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Ketchikan

Located in Ketchikan, this holiday home is in the city centre and by the sea. Creek Street and Tongass Historical Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Ketchikan and Knudson Cove Marina. Alaska Rainforest Sanctuary and Mariah Charters are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking nearby.
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Ketchikan, AK

What's nearby

  • Creek Street - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Tongass Historical Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Southeast Alaska Discovery Center - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Dolly's House Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Totem Heritage Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Ketchikan Harbor Seaplane Base (WFB) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Arctic Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Alaska King Crab Co. - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Alaska Fish House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Timber & Tide Tacos - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪New York Cafe - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is VIEWTOPIA - Downtown Ketchikan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at VIEWTOPIA - Downtown Ketchikan?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at VIEWTOPIA - Downtown Ketchikan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at VIEWTOPIA - Downtown Ketchikan?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is VIEWTOPIA - Downtown Ketchikan located?

Located in the heart of Ketchikan, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Port of Ketchikan, Southeast Alaska Discovery Center and Tongass Historical Museum. Creek Street and Dolly's House Museum are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I wish there was an option to give more than five stars. This home far surpassed my expectations. Clean, comfortable, well appointed, spectacular view, huge deck. Walking distance to everything, but with an out of the way neighborhood feel. We will definitely come back to Ketchikan and will 100% stay in this home again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice stay, fun watching all the cruise ships and boat harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, close to downtown and great views, especially of the cruise ships during the day.The place was as described, note: there are stairs to be negotiated down to the apartment and to the downtown area, but no issues for us.If you are a light sleeper, then you may hear the Friday and Saturday night music from the street down below.Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Host, Good Location

Loved the location, view, and hospitality of the host, Mindy!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our new go-to place to stay whenever we return to Ketchikan. Everything about the place was exactly as described - very bright and airy with all the comforts of home, plus outstanding views - and exceeded our expectations!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyed our stay

Spacious comfortable, well-located. Host was very responsive and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location!

Amazing views. Great location. Cute place. We enjoyed our stay in Ketchikan!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Short stay before fishing trip.

This apartment was perfect for the 3 of us. Owner was very attentive and property was very clean. Location is wonderful. And the view from the deck is amazing. Would for sure stay again.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Thanks for staying Kami, we loved having you
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Relaxing Place w/ Great Location & Views

Mindy was very easy to communicate with. The apartment is fantastic and has great views. Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ketchikan

The apartment was darling! We were very comfortable, and enjoyed our visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this darling place with the fantastic view. Everything I needed…comfy, cozy. Easy to walk to everything…if you don’t mind stairs and hills! Fun to watch the cruise ships come in to dock. Ketchikan is a charming quirky town. I hope I get to come back someday. Highly recommend these hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely inside and out

Comfortable and attractive. Looking over the channel is special.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
From start to finish…..AMAZING!! Check-in went seamlessly. We had everything and more to get us started. The views were breathtakingly beautiful from our front window/deck. The area was in the middle of everything that we wanted to see and do! We would most definitely stay here again when we return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome View and close to town

Great property with number of great ammenities. Well provisioned kitchen and very comfortable. Nice balcony overlooking the docs with an absolutely awesome view. Property manager super responsive. Will definitely plan to stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Views

It sits above town with awesome views but a 10 minute walk to downtown, docks... Super well maintained, huge windows and a nice deck... Host was on property and super friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

The place was perfect for 2 people. We spent a lot of time in the afternoons out on the deck watching people from the cruise ships. Location was great. Easy walk to downtown. A bit more challenging coming back, but you can get a cab to bring you back up the hill. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super charming!

As long as you can get your luggage up and down a series of outdoor slip-resistant steps, you will love this rental! The quality of the amenities and decor along with the view and convenient location are all great! It is super nice to be able to walk to so many places from this location. The host is super nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great weekend stay in Viewtopia

We loved our Memorial Day weekend stay in Viewtopia! Clean, comfortable, well appointed, and if you love sitting on the deck watching cruise ships, this is the place for you. Close enough to downtown that we left our car parked and walked to dinner, shopping, etc. Drove to Settler's Cove for hiking, and to Herring Cove to look for bears (a little bit too early yet). We really enjoy Ketchikan and will definitely stay in Viewtopia again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

The apartment was exactly like the photos. Very comfy. Very close to the historic district. Easily walkable. The view out the huge picture window was spectacular-loved watching the hustle and bustle of the cruise ships in the morning and the sparkle of the evening.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun, 2023
Thank you so much for staying with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice Slice of Alaska

This was a stopover on our trip. Many times you book something on the Internet, and when you get there it is nothing like what you booked. This place was better than the booking! Fantastic view, is close to everything, and is very clean. Thank you Vrbo!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice Place

This VRBO has a panoramic view of the Ketchikan harbor as advertised. This unit is perfect for a couple. We didn't have a vehicle during our stay, so we walked a lot. There are steep hills and lots of stairs which should be considered if that is an issue. Taxi service is reasonable and responsive if needed. We visited during the off-tourist season but were able to find several nice places to eat.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Short stay

Thank you Mindy. Your rental over all was nice with a great view. However, thiis s a place for couples who sleep together. We probably needed a two bedroom. I was expecting a pull out couch in the living room not a futon. If your a couple and in good health I would definitely recomend this unit but not if you cant walk hills and stairs. Cheers!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jul, 2023
Hi Gary, thanks so much for staying with us! Yes, absolutely 💯 It is a 1 bedroom with a Queen bed. I will revisit the description and see if I can make that more clear. We do have a roll away hotel bed should guests request it. We also have a 2 bedroom place with King and Queen bedrooms and a 3 bedroom with 2 Queen bedrooms and 2 twins no stairs! We are glad you enjoyed the view!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Little Slice Of Heaven!!!

I don't even know where to start! The view is AMAZING... Plenty of parking... Having the washer and dryer made our packing easier as we didn't need 11 days worth of clothes... The book Mindy put together with cool locations to check out, menus & great restaurant ideas was sooo useful!!! We only ate out twice and cooked there everyday and we never needed any pot, pan or utensil that wasn't already in the kitchen. Viewtopia is so comfortable it was like coming "home" after our busy days, not just like "somewhere to sleep on vacation". Our flight left out late in the day and Mindy was fine with us checking out later than 10 am. We love Ketchikan and WILL be back... so, we will see Mindy again & we can't wait!
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent location. Best view in town. Very clean and lots of room to enjoy.

5 star
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Mindy Rowser

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Born and raised in Ketchikan, Alaska. We love hosting guests from all over the world and helping them discover Ketchikan. We think there is no better view to work or vacation from than ours.

Why they chose this property

Walk to everything downtown. Private deck with amazing view. Clean, comfortable and very convenient. Our guests never want to leave.

What makes this property unique

If you're in SE Alaska, we want you to see as much as you can. We are close to the city and nightlife. Friday and Saturday nights you can enjoy the live music right from the deck if you'd like. We're happy to answer any questions before or during your stay, we're happy to help.

Languages:

English, Japanese

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