Anchorage has an abundance of hotel and motel rooms, as well as bed-and-breakfasts. Many properties are located downtown, making it convenient for visitors to see the city on foot. Motels near the airport will not be convenient for sightseers without a vehicle. During peak summer season (July and August), you should make reservations well in advance, preferably several months ahead. Not surprisingly, prices are at their peak then. If you brave the city in winter, you'll find the rates substantially lower and the pace much more relaxed.