I had a 3 night stay during the New years time and wow, what an experience! Annie and Bernard are one of the most welcoming, friendly, gracious (I am running out of adjectives to describe them) hosts I have ever met. From the moment I made my reservation, Annie guided me about the things to do in the area and... More

I travelled to Alaska for New Years Eve 2010 and stayed 3 nights in Bettles at the Spirit Lodge to see the Aurora. Annie and Bernard who own and run the lodge are the most hospitable and friendly people you could meet. Nothing is too much for them. The meals are nothing short of amazing and believe me you will... More

To get to the Spirit Lights Lodge in Bettles, the owner Annie arranges the flight from Fairbanks through the Wright Air service. Having never been on a prop plane, this was a great experience in itself. Upon arriving, I was enthusiastically greeted at the plane by owners Annie & Bernard, and proceeded on the short walk to the lodge. After... More

In the middle of nowhere, Bettles is a tiny village right on the arctic circle. Spirit's host couple were ABSOLUTELY AMAZING - TRULY GREAT. Thanks once again guys! Great food (home-made soups, breakfast), great activities (dog sledding, snowmachine ride) and an amazing supper with local eskimos on christmas' eve. Such a wonderful experience! Should I not forget to mention the... More

It is not crazy to spend New Years north of the Artic Circle. Make plans to go to Spirit Lights Lodge and stay with Annie and Bernard for a truly personal, warm, and fun experience. There is a super large suite that would easily sleep 6 or keep it to just the two of you. You can be cozy and... More

I stayed at Spirit Lights Lodge this past February. My experience was a wonderful combination of close family warmth and arctic cold excitement. Unfortunately, I was only able to stay for 2 nights, which there is usually a 3 night minimum, but they were nice enough to accommodate my travel plans. The owners of the Lodge and their friends that... More

I just got back from vacation in a little place called Bettles, Alaska where I stayed with the wonderful folks at the Spirit Lights Lodge. Bettles is located just above the arctic circle near the edge of the Brooks Range and is rumored to be one of the best places in the world to view the northern lights. (I was... More