It was our first trip to Alaska! I did enough research to know we wanted to stay at Gustavus or Glacier Bay, take the day glacier cruise, go whale watching, try half a day of kayaking, and take a small airplane to and from Juneau. What I didn't know was how to dress, how to get to all the places,... more

Gustavus, Alaska is the "gateway" to Glacier Bay National Park, and the Blue Heron is a wonderful place to experience the wild beauty of this area and also to get to know the "town" and its people. It is a hidden gem within a hidden gem and so is extra special. We were a family of four and by the... more

I chose to stay in Gustavus to be away from the tourist crowds and the cruise ships. I wasn't disappointed. Deb and Charlie go the extra mile to make sure their guests have a great Alaska experience. They provide a tremendous breakfast with hand rolled oatmeal, omelette's, berry pancakes, French toast and fresh fruit. And the coffee is the best... more

This was a wonderful experience. My wife and I stayed at the B&B for four nights.This is an extreemly clean and neat B&B in the heart of Gustavus. The rooms are large and comfortable. The B&B is within walking and bike riding distace of the town(?), local store,and the pier.The inn-keepers are friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable about the entire area.... more

This was one of our best expereinces in Alaska! The innkeepers are really knowledgebale and helpful. They provided all the gear we needed for every adventure (parkas for the boat, rubber boots for hiking, etc). The breakfasts were amazing! The accomodations were really delightful. We had couples in the lodge rooms and a family with 2 young adults in the... more

My wife and I stayed at the Blue Heron for three nights last summer. Deborah and Charlie are great hosts who have alot of information about Alaska in general. They make it a point to see that your stay is comfortable in every way. Be prepared that Gustavus is a verrrry laid back place to come and relax at. We... more

My stay at the Blue Heron was a wonderful experience. Charlie picked my wife and myself up from the airport and gave us a nice tour of Gustavus, one the most unspoiled places I've ever visited. He arranged the cruise ship through glacier bay and our flight to Gustavus on Fjord air(thanks Chuck). Charlie provided us with comfort bikes and... more