Hotels in Fairbanks, Alaska

If you plan on exploring the great Alaskan wilderness, consider a stop in Fairbanks. Though it may be the second largest city in the state, Fairbanks has much to offer the outdoor adventurer. Creamer's Field Wildlife Refuge is home to numerous rare birds and features miles of hiking trails, and Chena Hot Springs is located just on the town's outskirts. Fairbanks is also one of the best places to see the famed Northern Lights. Accommodation options in Fairbanks are plentiful.

Pike's Waterfront Lodge

Pike's Waterfront Lodge is located right on the Chena River. Hotel amenities include a steam room and sauna, rooms with riverfront views, Aveda aromatherapy toiletries and a riverside deck. If you get hungry, there are three restaurants on the premises to choose from. Children under the age of 12 stay for free. Pets are also welcome.

Pike's Waterfront Lodge
1850 Hoselton Drive
Fairbanks, AK 99709
(877) 774-2400
pikeslodge.com

Super 8 Motel

The Super 8 Motel is a choice budget option for visitors. Pioneer Park is located just two blocks away from the property. Guest rooms come with standard amenities, such as cable television and high-speed wireless Internet access. Pets are welcome at a surcharge of $20 per day per pet.

Super 8 Motel
1909 Airport Way
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 451-8888
super8.com

Westmark Fairbanks Hotel and Conference Center

Westmark Fairbanks Hotel and Conference Center is a FEMA-certified property with 400 guest rooms, a Red Lantern Steak & Spirits restaurant and an executive boardroom. Free wireless Internet is available throughout the hotel. The 800-square-foot gym guarantees that you'll be able to warm up before hitting the hiking trails.

Westmark Fairbanks Hotel and Conference Center
813 Noble St.
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 456-7722
westmarkhotels.com

Regency Fairbanks Hotel

Regency Fairbanks Hotel doesn't allow pets or smoking, but guests without those needs will find comfort and warmth at this 128-room property, located in the area surrounding Pioneer Park. Rooms come with kitchens and free wireless Internet access and many of the rooms also have whirlpools. A small gym is equipped with a treadmill, crossbow and stationary bike. During the off-season (September to May), the Regency Fairbanks Hotel offers guests a free continental breakfast each morning. On the lower level, you can dine in the restaurant, which features the only live Maine lobster tank in the city.

Regency Fairbanks Hotel
95 10th Ave.
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 459-2700
regencyfairbankshotel.com

Article Written By Zach Feral

Zach Feral has been writing and editing professionally since 2003. He has a B.A. in philosophy from the New School for Social Research in New York and pursued postgraduate studies at the Open University in the U.K. His writing has appeared in numerous international publications, including "Dazed & Confused," "Artforum" and "Think Again."

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