Built in 1939 by local doctor Howard Romig, the main building is historic by Anchorage standards (the city was founded in 1915), and was the first architecturally designed home in the city (that’s still barely a thing here!) The property has served as a private residence, corporate offices, and a few other things before being converted to a bed & breakfast in the 1980’s. The West Building was built in 1996, adding seven new rooms for a total of 15 cozy rooms for your enjoyment.
The Copper Whale Inn was purchased most recently in 2019 by Candice McDonald, a life-long resident of Alaska. It is the perfect addition to Candice’s already-flourishing tour business based just 5 blocks away, and the two pair perfectly to offer visitors the best in locally-owned, high-quality Alaska experiences.
Living Room common area
Aerial view of the Copper Whale’s two buildings
A view of some of the Whale’s fresh continental breakfast items
Holiday decor in the common area living room
Frosty trees out front on a clear winter day!
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