Ketchikan's Finest Waterfront Vacation Rentals - Highlights

The Black Bear Inn is Ketchikan's Finest Waterfront Bed and Breakfast and Vacation Rental. It is located in the USA's Last Frontier – the state of Alaska – in the pristine Tongass National Forest along the Famous Inside Passage.

Come and experience the majestic beauty of Southeast Alaska. Our Vacation Rentals offer the flexibility to cater to any of your vacation needs. Whether it is a full kitchen or an extra bedroom our variety of accommodations promises to deliver a vacation you will always remember at a price you can afford.

You can get to Ketchikan on Alaska Air Lines or on the Alaska Marine Highway Ferry system. Contact us if you want help in planning your Alaska Vacation.

Here are some of the things you can do;
Freshwater and Saltwater Fishing, Boating, Kayaking, Diving, Beach Combing, Hiking and Rock Climbing, Zip Lines, Bicycling, Photography, Hunting, Bird Watching, Bear Watching and other Wildlife Viewing, Flight seeing.
See Historic sights, State and National Parks, Totem Poles and Native American Villages, and The Misty Fjords National Monument,
Shopping for Local Art and enjoy Fresh Seafood Meals.

The Black Bear Inn, completed in 2005, was designed for guest's privacy and relaxation. Its unique furnishings, elegant décor and numerous amenities can only be matched by the finest of hotels. All of the Black Bear Inn's rooms have stunning views of the Tongass Narrows. Alaska's best artists are featured throughout the Inn. Sirius satellite surround sound greets the guests upon arrival and free high speed Wireless Internet is available everywhere on the property. The Inn is immaculate and all guests are treated to genuine Alaskan hospitality.

Eagles, Ravens and Seagulls perch in the Sixty-year-old Spruce and Cedars that border the property's park-like setting. Multilevel decking wraps around the house providing outstanding spots to sit back and watch wildlife, float planes, barges, fishing boats, world-class yachts, Alaska ferries, and cruise ships. The covered outdoor Hot Tub, fire pit and BBQ, on the waters edge, is the most romantic place to watch Ketchikan's majestic sunsets. There is an outdoor crab cooker, fish smoker and fish cleaning area for guests to prepare their catch of the day.

The main house has four distinctive, beautifully appointed guest bedrooms with private entrances and baths, fireplaces, flat screen TV's with DVD and VCR players, refrigerators, phones and wireless Internet.

The well-designed kitchen offers top of the line appliances, a crystal chandelier, Italian tile work and everything needed to prepare that special meal. When you rent all four bedrooms in the main house, the kitchen can be used for cooking.

Continental breakfast and snacks are always included with your stay. Indoor and outdoor eating areas are provided for privacy or to accommodate large groups.

The living room has a warm luxurious feel enhanced by a hand built designer fireplace in the corner. A leather couch makes into a queen bed when needed. The room has a flat panel TV, a DVD and VCR player, a game and movie cabinet and a library. There is a full bathroom and spacious laundry room off the living area. The laundry has an ironing area and an upright fish freezer.
The Inn provides free local phone calling and free use of a copy, scan and fax machine.

The Eagles Nest, a beautiful one-bedroom apartment on the top floor of the Inn, has its own private entrance and covered porch. Please go to our Accommodations Page for more information and pictures.

The Bunkhouse, a private, romantic cabin that sets next to the main house is our newest guest retreat. Please go to our Accommodations Page for more information and pictures.

The Black Bear Inn is non-smoking, but covered porches and the Spa building can be used for smoking.



Whether you are looking for a romantic Bed and Breakfast Get-A-Way or an outstanding Vacation Rental, the Black Bear Inn is perfect. It is set up to accommodate large families, business groups, fishing parties, or wedding guests. You can rent all four bedrooms in the main house, the one-bedroom luxury apartment, the two bedroom cabin, or one bedroom with private bath in the main house. The entire property can accommodate up to 16 people and is open year-round.

The Black Bear Inn can accommodate short-term stays by guests who are departing on, or returning from other Alaskan adventures. Baggage storage and departure transportation can be provided. Fishing Charters, Women's Adventure & Fishing Trips and Sea Kayak Fishing Charters can be arranged through the Inn between May and October. Stays can be customized to include catered meals and a driver. The kitchen is available to guests who chose to bring their own chief.

Eagles, Ravens and Seagulls perch in the Sixty-year-old Spruce and Cedars that border the property's park-like setting. Multilevel decking wraps around the house providing outstanding spots to sit back and watch wildlife, float planes, barges, fishing boats, world-class yachts, Alaska ferries, and cruise ships. The covered outdoor Hot Tub, fire pit and BBQ, on the waters edge, is the most romantic place to watch Ketchikan's majestic sunsets. There is an outdoor crab cooker, fish smoker and fish cleaning area for guests to prepare their catch of the day.

The main house has four distinctive, beautifully appointed guest bedrooms with private entrances and baths, fireplaces, flat screen TV's with DVD and VCR players, refrigerators, phones and wireless Internet.

The well-designed kitchen offers top of the line appliances, a crystal chandelier, Italian tile work and everything needed to prepare that special meal. When you rent all four bedrooms in the main house, the kitchen can be used for cooking.

Continental breakfast and snacks are always included with your stay. Indoor and outdoor eating areas are provided for privacy or to accommodate large groups.

The living room has a warm luxurious feel enhanced by a hand built designer fireplace in the corner. A leather couch makes into a queen bed when needed. The room has a flat panel TV, a DVD and VCR player, a game and movie cabinet and a library. There is a full bathroom and spacious laundry room off the living area. The laundry has an ironing area and an upright fish freezer.

The Inn provides free local phone calling and free use of a copy, scan and fax machine.

Description	Distance
Bear Watching	2
Misty Fjords	2
Totem Parks	6
Tongass National Forest	1
Ocean, Lake and River Fishing	1
Flightseeing	4
Zipp Lines
Kayaking and Kayak Fishing
Totem Carvers