Palmer Vacation Rentals

Palmer Travel Guide

Palmer is a small city in the state of Alaska, part of the Anchorage Metropolitan Area. Palmer offers a large variety of things to do and places to visit and is a very popular destination for traveling and exploring. There are also museums, fairs, sporting events, and plenty of opportunities to explor the beautiful nature here.

Things to Do in Palmer

If you're interested in glaciers, frozen river rafting, mountain hiking and cultural activities, Palmer is the perfect place for you. Visit Palmer Visitor Information Center where you can learn all about the area and discover interesting facts and stories about its past. For the history buffs of your group, also make sure to check out the Colony House Museum and be transported to the colonial era when settlers after World War I moved to Palmer.

Elsewhere, head to the Independence Mine State Park to see how the mines men used to work in and find out how they changed the economy of the region. Equally exciting, the Musk Ox and Reindeer Farm is wonderful for young children who can pet and feed the animals. For more time outdoors, the Bodenburg Buttle Trail leads to the top of the mountain and boasts utterly breathtaking views of the valley below.

Best Places to Stay in Palmer

The best place to stay in Palmer is close to the city center where the airport, restaurants, cafes and parks are all close by. There's a large selection of vacation rentals in Palmer so whatever your preferences, you're sure to find something to suit your needs. If traveling with family and friends, opt for a vacation home -- some come with 5 bedrooms 2 bathrooms and can sleep up 10 people. Rental homes tend to feature full kitchens, living rooms and dining areas, feeling a true home away from home.

Best Time to Visit Palmer

The average temperature between May and September is 62 degrees, while July is the hottest month, averaging 65 degrees. The rest of the year sees around 29 degrees. There's little rain in Palmer but if you plan to be outside mostly, visit in August or September when you can see the icy glaciers but conditions aren't freezing

Price and Availability in Palmer

Most expensive

Most availability

The most expensive month to stay in a vacation rental in Palmer is in March, while the cheapest month is in May. The most popular time to book a vacation rental in Palmer is in the high season in July. Palmer has its low season in February, when less people are visiting and the vacation home occupancy rate drops.

The cheapest day to stay at a vacation rental in Palmer tends to be Monday, while the most expensive day tends to be Saturday. Vacation homes in Palmer tend to be busiest on Saturdays, while it tends to be much quieter on Tuesdays.

The Weather in Palmer

SEE FULL WEATHER FORECAST:

51º 18º

0.68

68º 30º

4.85

74º 37º

0.95

65º 37º

62º 32º

1.17

50º 4º

3.92

38º 1º

1.25

34º -12º

0.88

33º -26º

1.34

31º -16º

0.32

35º -5º

0.14

42º -2º

0.09

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

Rainy days

SEE FULL WEATHER FORECAST:

This climate histogram shows you the weather patterns in Palmer. The hottest month in Palmer is June, when temperatures peak at 74 ˚F. The coolest month is January, when temperatures drop to -26 ˚F. The wettest month in Palmer is June with 4.85 inches of rain, while the driest month is April with 0.09 inches of rain.

What Expert Travelers Think

— I use and I recommend AllTheRooms because it is a complete platform. It helps to save a lot of time, it gives all the main information about price, location, and features. In a few steps, I can easily find the best place to stay according to my criteria.
My AnasaMy Anasa
Visit My Anasa
— I love that AllTheRooms has everything in one place when I need to find accommodations that fit my family. Plus it provides all the details I need to help me make the best choice. I often recommend AllTheRooms to friends and family visiting NYC and they agree that it’s a great. Such a time saver!
MonicaNYCTechMommy
Visit NYCTechMommy
— My favorite thing about AllTheRooms is that it combines both rentals and hotels available so you can see an entire view of what is available in a certain area. I was able to see listings on AllTheRooms that I never even saw on other travel sites!
Daniella FloresILIKETODABBLE
Visit ILIKETODABBLE

Vacation Rentals in Palmer

At AllTheRooms.com we have vacation rentals from all of the best providers - Airbnb, VRBO, Glamping Hub and more. Palmer has 325 hotels, vacation rentals and other unique places to stay, with prices to suit budget travelers, luxury travelers and everything in between. When traveling on a budget, the cheapest place to stay in Palmer is available at $10 per night. The average price of a rental is around $125 per night.

If you need an internet connection during your time in Palmer, then you can choose from over 169 accommodations that have WiFi internet. 49 of our accommodations include a breakfast in the price. Fitness fanatics can get a workout in during their stay by choosing from 3 accommodations that have gyms. If you are driving to Palmer, you'll want to pick from 184 places to stay that provide parking.

Those traveling with a dog, cat or some other animal can stay in one of 38 accommodations that are designated as pet-friendly.

We aggregate vacation rentals, hotels and other unique accommodation types from many providers in Palmer, including 137 places to stay from Airbnb, 30 accommodations from VRBO and 13 places to stay from Glamping Hub

203 accommodations in Palmer have been reviewed; 73% are rated excellent or good. 120 places to stay in are instantly bookable.