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Alaska may have a shorter history than most of the states in America, but the history we do have is fascinating! Come learn about the area’s interesting history during your stay in the gorgeous Colony Inn. Cozy up in their beautiful building in downtown Palmer, Alaska!

The Colony Inn was built during President Roosevelt's New Deal Program.
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Erected in 1935, the Matanuska Colony Project brought over 200 families from the Midwest to create a farming community in beautiful Palmer, Alaska. This building was originally created as a teacher's dormitory!
The Inn boasts five different types of rooms you can book.
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Enjoy a queen, full, or twin sized room during your travels here. Or book a larger room for more space in one of their Queen Suite Room or Family Suite!
The rooms are all outfitted with cozy, antique furniture that creates a warm and inviting atmosphere.
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Enjoy comfortable beds and beautiful linens, along with cable television, microwaves, and free Wi-Fi. Every room except two can enjoy large bathrooms with a full sized Whirlpool tub!

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It was built right downtown, with other facilities, to begin building a community in the Valley.
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The Inn has been loving restored and read for your trip. Enjoy all the modern amenities in a beautiful piece of history!
Palmer is one of Alaska's first frontier towns, and the Colony Inn is a perfect piece of history for you to visit!
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There are many other great places to see nearby, and there's even a walking tour to explore the area! Visit the library, local restaurants, and beautiful local shops just steps from the Colony Inn's front door!
They also have a stunning cafe on site in the building, called the Auntie's Corner Cafe.
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Find everything from lactose-free soft-serve ice cream to sandwiches, salads, soups, and more! They are open Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., and Sundays for brunch from 8:00 a.m. through 2:00 p.m.!
This cool inn is open year round for anyone traveling to the Mat-Su Valley area!
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They offer summer and winter rates. Winter rates are set at a very attractive $100.00 through $120.00 per night, depending on which room you select!

Have you visited the historic Colony Inn in Palmer? What did you think? Would you stay there again? Let us know in the comments below!

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