The King Eider Inn represents a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, long-established hotel located north of the Arctic Circle in Utqia?vik (formerly Barrow), Alaska—the northernmost city in the United States. Operating continuously since 1998, this 19-room boutique hotel enjoys a dominant market position, extremely limited competition, and consistent year-round demand driven by oil & gas, government, research, and adventure tourism.

Strategically located directly across the street from the Wiley Post–Will Rogers Memorial Airport, the Inn offers unmatched convenience in a market where logistics matter. Guests can walk from the terminal to the front door—an extraordinary advantage in Arctic conditions.
Business Description
The King Eider Inn is widely regarded as one of Utqia?vik’s premier lodging facilities, serving a balanced mix of corporate, government, and leisure travelers. Unlike seasonal hospitality assets, this business operates year-round, benefiting from steady demand related to North Slope energy operations, municipal and federal travel, and increasing Arctic tourism interest.

The property has been professionally operated with conservative assumptions during recent years impacted by post-COVID conditions and federal regulatory slowdowns affecting oil and gas activity. Importantly, the infrastructure, staffing model, and room mix already support significantly higher occupancy without requiring capital improvements—creating immediate upside for a new owner.

This is a turnkey hospitality operation with established systems, repeat clientele, strong online presence, and an excellent reputation for comfort, cleanliness, and reliability in one of the most remote markets in North America.
Location & Market
Utqia?vik is the northernmost community in the United States and serves as the regional hub for Alaska’s North Slope. The city has a population of approximately 4,300 and supports surrounding villages, research facilities, and industrial operations. The area experiences 24-hour daylight in summer and 24-hour darkness in winter—both of which attract global tourism and research travel.

Barriers to entry are exceptionally high. Harsh climate, limited developable land, airport reserve restrictions, and high construction costs make new hotel development difficult and rare. As a result, existing, well-located lodging assets enjoy strong pricing power and long-term relevance.
Facilities & Real Estate
Constructed in 1997, the King Eider Inn consists of approximately 8,391 square feet situated on a 0.51-acre leasehold parcel within the Barrow Airport Reserve. The land is leased from the State of Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities at a highly favorable annual rate of approximately $8,269.

The seller will assist the buyer with lease renewal discussions, providing continuity and long-term operational security.

The building is well maintained and includes on-site parking, a private guest sauna, handicap-accessible rooms and restroom facilities, and space for potential expansion or additional amenities, subject to approvals.


Operations are streamlined, and ownership has intentionally maintained conservative staffing and expense controls. A buyer can maintain the existing management model or transition to alternative professional management if desired.
The business is priced at approximately a 5.5% cap rate, offering stable cash flow with substantial upside as occupancy increases. Detailed financial statements, tax returns, and supporting documentation are available to qualified buyers upon execution of a confidentiality agreement.