Spenard Hostel International is happy to announce that previous owner, Bill Madsen, is back and just in time to help us celebrate 30 years of business here in Anchorage! In addition to this exciting news, Hostelworld has just ranked us as the No. 1 hostel in Anchorage and tied for the best hostel in Alaska! Thanks to all our guests, staff and the awesome community we have here in Anchorage making what we do so enjoyable and fun.