Luggage Storage

Question

We are arriving in Seward on the train from Anchorage about 11:20am on 5/22. Our Vrbo says we can't drop off our luggage before the 4pm check-in time. Any suggestions for luggage storage? We are traveling with an adult with brain cancer who carries medical equipment. So we need storage for that and luggage for four adults for about 4 hours. TIA!

Answer

Arriving at Seward, Alaska by train around 11:20 AM and needing to store luggage (including medical equipment) until a 4:00 PM check-in is absolutely doable. Here are some options and tips to make it smoother and more comfortable for your party. 

Since you’ll be travelling with an adult who carries medical equipment, you’ll want a storage option that is secure, accessible, and allows you to drop off and retrieve luggage without too much hassle. Also note: many hotels/Airbnbs don’t allow bag drop-off until check-in time, so advance planning is helpful. 

Here are several recommended storage options in Seward:

– This company notes that they offer *full-day complimentary luggage storage* when you book a tour, and say they can even drop off bags at your accommodation at check-in time.
– A drop-off luggage storage business in Seward, offering hourly and daily storage.
Many local tour operators or your hotel may allow luggage storage — a travel blog says: “many local businesses/tour operations in Seward offer short-term luggage storage while you are on an excursion.”

Given your arrival and needs (medical equipment + luggage for four adults for ~4 hours), here are some additional tips tailored for you:

Contact your accommodation and ask if they’ll accept your bags early (especially the medical equipment) and hold them securely until check-in. Some hotels do this even if check-in isn’t until 3–4 PM. 
If using a storage service like Luggage Kab or a tour-operator drop-off, make sure to explain that one bag is medical equipment and you’ll need controlled access (in case you must access something during the day). Ask about retrieving the bag any time. 
Because you’ll arrive on the train (about 11:20 AM), aim to be at the storage spot soon after arrival — some services may start their operating hours slightly later or have constraints on large equipment. For example, some blogs mention the train-depot allows luggage check-in ~11:30 AM.
Make sure the storage location is relatively close to the train depot or town center to minimize walking or transport with heavy/many bags + medical gear. 
Label all bags (especially the medical gear) and keep your valuables with you. While storage services are reliable, you’ll want any urgent items accessible.

In summary: yes — you can drop off all four adult luggage plus medical equipment soon after arrival and then enjoy some comfortable time in Seward until check-in at 4 PM without hauling everything around. Just pick a service ahead of time, communicate your medical-equipment needs, and confirm hours and access. 