We’re Kristi and Jimmy Akana, the owners of Pacific Heights Lodging — your home away from home in Seward, Alaska.

We met in Maui in January 2011 and were married in December 2016. After years of dreaming, searching, and planning, we built Pacific Heights Lodging on a quiet, tree-lined parcel we fell in love with in January 2015. Construction finished in June 2017, and since then we’ve welcomed guests into our brand-new, four-plex lodge.

Jimmy has been a charter fishing captain in Seward for more than 25 years and continues to run charter boats during the Alaska season. In 2023 we purchased a 34-foot aluminum vessel, the Pacific, which Jimmy operates under our new company, Alaska Saltwater Fly Fishing Co., offering both fly and conventional fishing in the Gulf of Alaska. We split our time between Seward and Maui — Jimmy runs charters in both places and I (Kristi) balance our lodging business while continuing my work in education in Maui during the Alaska off-season.

When we designed the lodge, creating a comfortable, welcoming space for our guests was our priority. Our suites feature contemporary furnishings, modern appliances, in-floor heating, and a high-end heating, ventilation and circulation system — little touches we chose because we know comfort matters. Located among old-growth hemlock and spruce, Pacific Heights is a peaceful retreat just five minutes from the Seward Small Boat Harbor and eight minutes from downtown Seward.

Hosting family, friends, and travelers from near and far brings us joy. Your comfort and experience are our priority, and we’re always listening for ways to improve. We hope you enjoy your stay — and please share any feedback so we can keep making Pacific Heights a place you love to return to.