Juneau hotel

Freezer for shipping fish

If you are visiting Juneau and plan to ship fresh-caught fish, it’s important to choose a hotel that can accommodate storing your catch before shipping. Many hotels in Juneau may not have large freezers available for guests, but some do offer assistance or can point you to nearby facilities.

Here are some tips and options:

  • Ask the hotel in advance: Before booking, contact the hotel to confirm if they have freezer space for fish shipping. Some hotels will allow guests to temporarily store fish in their commercial freezer or ice chest.
  • Nearby seafood processors or shipping facilities: Juneau has several fish processing and shipping businesses that can store and freeze your fish for shipping. If your hotel cannot accommodate, they can often provide the necessary service.
  • Hotels with kitchen or freezer facilities: Some hotels or lodges geared toward anglers or cruise passengers may offer kitchenettes with small freezers, which could suffice for short-term storage.

Recommended approach:

  • Book a hotel near the harbor or cruise port, as these locations often have better access to fish processing and shipping facilities.
  • Coordinate with a local seafood shipping company ahead of time to ensure your fish can be shipped on your schedule, especially if you are on a tight itinerary.
  • Bring insulated coolers with ice packs as a backup for short-term storage, particularly for the time between fishing and dropping off at the shipping facility.

In summary, while not all Juneau hotels can store fish for shipping, planning ahead by contacting the hotel and coordinating with local seafood facilities will ensure your catch is properly stored and shipped without issues.


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