Orca Island Cabins

07/23/2026

Prioritize a reset before the busy back-to-school hustle!

Crowds start to quiet down in late summer and you get another treat: darkness! Dark evenings at the island allow for some amazing stargazing opportunities and bioluminescence in the water!

And in August, everyone is a local with our 15% discount!

07/08/2026

When planning an Alaska vacation, it’s easy to think every destination deserves several days—and often, that’s true. But travel itineraries don’t always cooperate. Whether you’re just passing through on a drive along the Seward Highway, filling one night before or after a cruise, or visiting Kenai Fjords National Park, sometimes one night is all you have.

And while we generally recommend longer stays at Orca Island Cabins, we welcome even those with only night to spare. Because even one night is enough to experience the magic.

Read our latest blog for the full story
https://orcaislandcabins.com/short-on-time-in-seward-why-one-night-at-orca-island-cabins-is-worth-it/

Check out our availability calendar, and snag one of our few remaining July openings while they last: https://hotels.cloudbeds.com/reservation/ypiEGr

06/15/2026

Our first month of the season has been full of sunshine, humpbacks, foggy moody mornings, and wonderful guests!

Can’t wait to see what our next month brings!

05/05/2026

May in Alaska feels different—in the best way.

Tucked on a private island just outside Kenai Fjords National Park near Seward, Orca Island Cabins offers a slower, more connected way to experience Alaska.

This time of year, the wildlife is everywhere.
Humpbacks and orcas swim through Resurrection Bay.
Sea otters, Steller sea lions and harbor seals play in Humpy Cove.
Porpoises ride alongside your boat as you arrive.
Puffins and bald eagles overhead.

It’s a little cooler. A little quieter.
And somehow, that makes it all feel even more alive.

Come see why May is Alaska’s best kept secret - we still have a few May dates available and we’re offering an amazing special:

Stay 2 nights, and your 3rd night is on us!
Book your island stay while it lasts.

🐳

03/06/2026

Do you like Yoga? Meditation? Sound baths? Do you love being in nature? Adventuring, exploring, experiencing life? Is Alaska on your bucket list?

Then join us at Orca Island Cabins, a coastal Yurt resort on a private island near Seward, Alaska, for a 3-night Yoga retreat in partnership with

May 15-18, 2026
A Quiet Wild - A Seasonal Retreat for Rest, Movement and Renewal.
All-inclusive, and welcoming to all.

TAG 3 Friends who you think would love this experience.



Find more info on our website, link in bio.

03/13/2024

Have you planned your Summer getaway yet? Our Yurts are booking now for Summer 2024 stays. Reserve your spot and enjoy complete serenity and unspoiled natural adventures this summer.

02/27/2024

🌿 Join Our Adventure-Loving Team in Seward, Alaska! 🏞️

Are you a Seward local with a passion for the outdoors? Orca Island Cabins, a cherished family-owned retreat, is on the lookout for a housekeeper this summer! Nestled 9 miles south of Seward, AK, our unique property is accessible only by water, offering an extraordinary daily commute via a scenic 30-minute to 1-hour boat ride.

What Sets Us Apart:
-Full-time positions from May to September
-Encounter marine life like Harbor Seals, Harbor Porpoise, and River Otters daily-- Dall's Porpoise racing alongside your boat on the way to work—truly amazing!
-A supportive, family-like work environment
-Day rate (depends on experience) + tips

Ideal Candidates Will:
-Be comfortable on boats
-Lift a minimum of 50 lbs
-Navigate uneven terrain and boardwalks with supplies
-Be excellent communicators and customer service-oriented

As a family-owned business, we prioritize creating an experience, not just a job. Join us, live, work, and play in one of the most beautiful places in the country—perhaps even on the planet!

To inquire about the role, send us a message! To apply, please send your resume to [email protected]. We look forward to hearing from you-- feel free to share this post with anyone you think might be a good fit for the position! 🚤🌲

02/05/2024

Is anyone else missing summer right now? 😅 The good new is, you can start planning your dream summer vacation now! Check our Orca Island Cabins for a beautiful Alaskan getaway 🥰

01/04/2024

We are so excited to have been a part of The American Dream TV Alaska episode! Below you can see the Seward segment of the episode, which Orca Island Cabins was featured in 😁

Thanks American Dream TV for coming out to see our beautiful property!

Check out my latest segment of American Dream TV in Seward Alaska. Join me and Bixler McClure, owner of Seward Expeditions. The wildlife and glaciers are abs...