Van Gilder Hotel, Seward
The Van Gilder Hotel in Seward, Alaska is reputedly haunted by the ghost of Fannie Guthrie-Baehm, who was shot in Room 202 by her husband in 1947. Some guests and staff have reported experiencing phenomena such as doors swinging open and objects moving on their own, though specific details about these events vary. The Ghost of Fannie Guthrie-Baehm: Fannie Guthrie-Baehm was murdered in the hotel in 1947. Her husband reportedly shot her in the head in Room 202 after coming home angry. Since her death, many believe Fannie's ghost still haunts the hotel. Guests have reported seeing the ghost, sometimes described as a "girl's girl," within the hotel. Beyond Fannie's story, some reviews mention general paranormal activity. These alleged experiences include doors opening on their own and even toilet paper rolls dispensing paper by themselves.