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Your Arctic Getaway at Top of the World Hotel
We are a premier hotel located in Utqiagvik, Alaska, the northernmost city in the United States. Our establishment offers a unique blend of modern amenities and authentic Iupiat hospitality, providing guests with a comfortable and culturally enriching experience. With 70 spacious rooms, including ADA-compliant options, and sweeping ocean views, we cater to travelers seeking both relaxation and adventure. Our on-site restaurant, Niivikput, serves American cuisine daily, while our partnership with Tundra Tours, Inc. offers immersive cultural and natural excursions. As a subsidiary of the Iupiaq-owned ASRC, we uphold traditional values of respect, cooperation, and kinship, ensuring every guest feels welcomed and valued.

Our 24-hour service, flexible meeting spaces, and proximity to Wiley Post-Will Rogers Memorial Airport make us an ideal choice for both leisure and business travelers. Positive guest feedback highlights our clean, modern facilities, exceptional staff, and unique Arctic experiences, including the Polar Bear Plunge. We are committed to delivering an unforgettable stay that reflects the heritage and natural beauty of Alaska's North Slope.
Services
Hotel Rooms Tundra Tours Niivikput Restaurant Meeting Spaces Polar Bear Plunge Airport Shuttle
Highlights and features
  • We offer Iupiaq-owned hospitality rooted in 10,000 years of cultural tradition.
  • Our hotel features the only on-site restaurant in Utqiagvik with American cuisine.
  • We provide ADA-compliant rooms and wheelchair-accessible transportation options.
  • Our 24-hour service ensures guest needs are met at any time.
  • We include curated Tundra Tours for immersive Arctic cultural experiences.
What people say
Friendly staff Modern and clean Ocean views Fantastic restaurant Unique cultural tours
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Services
Hotel Rooms
Our 70 modern rooms offer spacious layouts, ocean views, and ADA-compliant options. Each room includes tea/coffee facilities, a radio alarm-clock, and 24-hour service. The cozy Nanuq Lounge provides additional relaxation space for guests.
Tundra Tours
Summer day tours explore Inupiaq heritage, including sod huts, whalebone arches, and the Iupiat Heritage Center. Includes guided tundra walks, cultural performances, and transportation via wheelchair-accessible vehicles ranging from vans to 45-passenger buses.
Niivikput Restaurant
Our on-site restaurant serves American cuisine daily from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Offers dine-in, takeout, and private dining options for groups. Vegetarian dietary needs are accommodated with advance notice.
Meeting Spaces
Flexible event venues available for groups and meetings. Includes audiovisual equipment and support services. Contact us directly at 907-852-3900 to book your event.
Polar Bear Plunge
Earn a Polar Bear Dip Certificate by submerging hands/feet in the Arctic Ocean (30-36F). Full-body plunges available for the Polar Plunge Certificate. Towels provided; participants assume all risks associated with this extreme activity.
Questions
What makes Top of the World Hotel unique?
We are the only Iupiaq-owned hotel in Utqiagvik, offering authentic cultural experiences, Arctic Ocean views, and exclusive Tundra Tours.
Does the hotel provide airport transportation?
Yes, Tundra Tours offers complimentary airport shuttle service to and from the hotel in Utqiagvik.
Are vegetarian meal options available?
Yes, Niivikput Restaurant accommodates vegetarian dietary needs with advance notice.
What Arctic activities are offered?
We offer Tundra Tours with cultural immersion, historical site visits, and the Polar Bear Plunge extreme adventure activity.
Is the hotel accessible for guests with disabilities?
Yes, we have 6 ADA-compliant rooms and wheelchair-accessible transportation options available.