The Best Hotels Closest to University of Alaska-Fairbanks in Fairbanks for 2026

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A lakeside hotel with multiple buildings, a dock, and a road leading to a highway.

A modern building with a glass facade and a sloped roof, surrounded by snow.

A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, potted plants, and a grand piano.

A lobby with wooden beams, a fireplace, and a large TV screen.

1. Pike's Waterfront Lodge

College, 2.8 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

selma

NT$4,934

NT$5,329 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A living room with a wooden coffee table, a sofa, a chair, and a kitchen area with cabinets and a sink.

A rustic, single-story building with a green metal roof and a yellow dome-like structure on top.

A snow-covered pathway leading to a building with a lamp post and a bench.

2. Billie's Backpackers Hostel

College, 2.3 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

James

NT$3,927

NT$4,241 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A hotel with a covered outdoor area featuring a stone wall and various colorful flowers.

An outdoor patio with wooden flooring, metal chairs, and a large umbrella.

A library with multiple wooden tables and chairs, a leather sofa, and a glass coffee table.

A spacious lobby with a leather sofa, a glass display case, and a floral arrangement.

3. Sophie Station Suites

Westgate, 2.8 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Lani

NT$9,078

NT$9,804 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A tree decorated with lights in front of the Golden North Inn.

An office with a desk, two stools, a potted plant, framed inspirational quotes, and a window with a view of trees and a bicycle.

A wooden table with a window view, containing plates, bowls, a fruit basket, and a tray of snacks.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a lamp.

4. Golden North Inn

College, 2.4 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Levi

NT$5,520

NT$5,962 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a wooden staircase, and a seating area with sofas and armchairs.

Outdoor seating with red umbrellas at Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge.

A spacious restaurant with multiple dining tables, high ceilings, and large windows allowing natural light.

A multi-story hotel with a blue roof, situated by a calm lake, surrounded by dense forest.

5. Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge

College, 2.6 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Jeannette

NT$8,509

NT$9,189 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a staircase, and a reception desk.

A modern lobby with a bar area, seating, and a kitchen in the background.

A Best Western Plus hotel with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance area with potted plants.

A spacious lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a large window with a view of the outside.

6. Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge

College, 2.2 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Delbert

NT$12,616

NT$13,625 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A hotel with a parking lot and multiple vehicles parked.

A wooden pavilion with a picnic table, surrounded by grass and trees, under a clear sky.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, a kitchenette, and a bathroom.

A reception area with a wooden panel wall, a modern chandelier, two armchairs, and a reception desk.

7. Aspen Suites Hotel Fairbanks

College, 2.4 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Clara

NT$4,530

NT$4,893 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

A lodge with multiple windows and a snow-covered roof, surrounded by trees.

A traditional chalet-style building with a sloped roof, surrounded by evergreen trees and a garden with purple flowers.

A hallway with a stone fireplace, wooden doors, and a stained glass ceiling.

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, a desk with a chair, a window with curtains, and a chandelier.

8. 7 Gables Inn & Suites

College, 1.4 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Janaesha

NT$2,732

NT$2,950 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A narrow boat with two people paddling on a calm river.

A four-poster bed with a yellow bedspread and palm tree pillows, flanked by two bedside lamps.

A building with a courtyard filled with colorful flowers, a balcony with a railing, and a window with a decorative grille.

A house with a sloped roof and a visible chimney.

9. Abbey Archway Inn

College, 1.4 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Kelly

NT$2,553

NT$2,757 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A garden with various plants and flowers, a building with arched windows in the background.

A hallway with a stone wall and stained glass windows.

A multi-story building with arched windows and balconies, surrounded by snow.

A room with a bed, two chairs, a television, a fireplace, and a window with curtains.

10. Fairbanks Extended Stay

College, 1.5 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Brad

NT$3,699

NT$3,995 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A spacious lobby with large windows, a fireplace, and comfortable seating areas.

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, a coffee station, and colorful chairs.

A modern Comfort Inn hotel with a flat roof, large windows, and a prominent American flag.

11. Comfort Inn Fairbanks

4.2 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Keith

NT$6,155

NT$6,647 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A person sitting at a desk with a laptop, a potted plant, and a window in the background.

A hotel room with a large desk, two chairs, a bed, a TV, and a door.

A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A gym with exercise equipment, a water cooler, and a television.

12. Candlewood Suites Fairbanks by IHG

6.8 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

James

NT$9,138

NT$9,869 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

A modern kitchen with a long counter, coffee machines, and a variety of food items.

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including tables and chairs, a sofa, and a large window providing natural light.

A large hotel with multiple floors, a central courtyard with a statue, and a river in the foreground.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with a view.

13. Springhill Suites by Marriott Fairbanks

Downtown Fairbanks, 5.6 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Peter

NT$8,509

NT$9,189 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A spacious hotel lobby with a long communal table, multiple seating areas, and a modern chandelier.

A reception desk with a wooden design, a large framed picture on the wall, and a storage area with shelves.

A hotel pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a seating area.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight equipment.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Fairbanks

6.6 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Krystine

NT$8,698

NT$9,394 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

A gazebo with a glass table and white chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant flowers.

A garden pathway with various flowers and plants, bordered by rocks and trees.

A restaurant with a carpeted floor, wooden tables and chairs, and a bar area.

A cozy living room with a large painting, multiple sofas, a coffee table with flowers, and a TV on a stand.

15. Bear Lodge

Lemeta, 5.3 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Daryl

NT$8,224

NT$8,882 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a wooden bench.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the city.

A dining area with a long table set for a meal, surrounded by chairs, with a large window offering a scenic view.

A modern wooden cabin with large windows, set against a snowy landscape and a night sky with aurora borealis.

16. Aurora Villa

21.6 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Claudiu

NT$17,643

NT$19,626 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

A modern lobby with a blue sofa, two armchairs, a wooden coffee table, a fireplace, and a stone wall.

A La Quinta hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a parking area.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a sofa, and a carpeted floor.

A spacious lobby with a large chandelier, a glass display case with a bear, and a boat-shaped wall decoration.

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fairbanks Airport

College, 3.9 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Ganesh

NT$7,207

NT$7,783 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A cozy dining area with a fireplace, two cups of coffee, a dessert, and a candle on a table.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a reception desk.

A modern hotel entrance with a covered walkway, stone facade, and a clear sign reading "HYATT PLACE".

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

18. Hyatt Place Fairbanks

6.3 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Stephanie

NT$8,063

NT$8,708 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A bar and grill with wooden doors and a tiled floor.

A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, TV, and a painting on the wall.

A Westmark hotel with a modern design, featuring a large parking lot and a covered entrance.

A conference room with a long wooden table, black chairs, and a flat-screen TV on the wall.

19. Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center

Downtown Fairbanks, 6.1 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Nicole

NT$5,419

NT$5,852 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A modern living area with a sofa, ottomans, and a kitchen in the background.

A gym with various exercise equipment, a large window, and a mural on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

A living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

20. Best Western Plus Pioneer Park Inn

3.4 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

David Patrick

NT$5,677

NT$6,131 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 5 - Sep 6

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Compare popular hotels close to University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Pike's Waterfront Lodge	9.4 Exceptional 2,335 reviews	View
Billie's Backpackers Hostel	9.6 Exceptional 44 reviews	View
Sophie Station Suites	9.0 Wonderful 658 reviews	View
Golden North Inn	8.4 Very Good 853 reviews	View
Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge	8.4 Very Good 394 reviews	View

Top University of Alaska-Fairbanks Hotel Reviews

Pike's Waterfront Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"It was a really great introduction to Alaska. We enjoyed the great Alaska decorations in the lobby, the little colony of ducks out back, the views of the Chena River, and especially the reindeer compound. It was great to see them up close!"

Best Western Plus Pioneer Park Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and quiet"

Abbey Archway Inn

10/10 Excellent

"A great breakfast"

Comfort Inn Fairbanks

10/10 Excellent

"This looked to be a new property and was clean, fresh, and nicely decorated. Breakfast was good (eating area was small, though). Staff were friendly."

Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge

8/10 Good

"Staff was very responsive. Breakfast was really good for this type of property."

7 Gables Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Loved our time. Staff was wonderful breakfast was amazing. We will be booking with them again."

Fairbanks Extended Stay

8/10 Good

"😁"

Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice lodge! Water pressure and hot water not very good. Breakfast buffet very good, but $26 per person. Suggest eating light in the coffee shop inside the gift shop. Terrific coffees and breakfast sandwiches and pastries will save some money. Good shuttle to downtown, $10 per person day pass. Staff was very nice. Take a walk in the gardens along the river...beautiful."

Billie's Backpackers Hostel

8/10 Good

"Had the Tom room with 2 twin beds, small but comfy."

Other attractions near University of Alaska-Fairbanks

A modern building with a curved facade, large glass windows, and two benches in front.

University of Alaska Museum of the North

9.4/10 (297 reviews)

Your best introduction to Alaska’s remarkable landscapes, wildlife, cultures and history can be found within the diverse exhibitions of this dynamic museum.

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A garden with white daisies, red flowers, and green foliage.

Georgeson Botanical Garden

9.6/10 (36 reviews)

Learn about the native sub-arctic plants of Alaska and see some of the state’s famously oversized vegetables in this fascinating horticultural sanctuary.

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A historic film inside cabin with a red light arts sign, a lil' bird designs sign, and a The Last Will & Kettle sign.

Pioneer Park

8.4/10 (500 reviews)

Take a trip through time at this historical theme park, which celebrates Alaska’s pioneering heritage with museums, playgrounds, restored aircraft and a riverboat.

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Fairbanks Golf Course

7.6/10 (17 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Fairbanks at Fairbanks Golf Course. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.

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Large Animal Research Station

9.2/10 (35 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Large Animal Research Station, during your trip to Fairbanks. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.

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Pioneer Air Museum

8.6/10 (28 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Pioneer Air Museum during your trip to Fairbanks. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.

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Alaska Centennial Center For The Arts

Enjoy an outing to Alaska Centennial Center For The Arts during your stay in Fairbanks. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Palace Theatre

9.0/10 (13 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Palace Theatre during your trip to Fairbanks. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of Alaska-Fairbanks?

University of Alaska-Fairbanks is located in a welcoming area of Fairbanks known for its beautiful river views. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 12 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near University of Alaska-Fairbanks?

Fairbanks Extended Stay is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and in-room kitchens. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from University of Alaska-Fairbanks. Other good options within a short distance include 7 Gables Inn & Suites and Abbey Archway Inn.

How many hotels will I be able to find near University of Alaska-Fairbanks?

Expedia has 12 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from University of Alaska-Fairbanks.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of Alaska-Fairbanks, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near University of Alaska-Fairbanks.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near University of Alaska-Fairbanks?

To find more details about changing or cancelling your stay near University of Alaska-Fairbanks, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near University of Alaska-Fairbanks?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at University of Alaska Museum of the North, Fairbanks Ice Museum, or Fairbanks Community Museum. Sights like Pioneer Park and Fairbanks Antler Arch highlight some of the local culture. You can enjoy live performances at Palace Theatre and Fairbanks Drama Association and Children's Theatre.

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Our top choices for University of Alaska-Fairbanks hotels

1. Pike's Waterfront Lodge

2. Billie's Backpackers Hostel

3. Sophie Station Suites

4. Golden North Inn

5. Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge

6. Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge

7. Aspen Suites Hotel Fairbanks

8. 7 Gables Inn & Suites

9. Abbey Archway Inn

10. Fairbanks Extended Stay

11. Comfort Inn Fairbanks

12. Candlewood Suites Fairbanks by IHG

13. Springhill Suites by Marriott Fairbanks

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Fairbanks

15. Bear Lodge

16. Aurora Villa

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fairbanks Airport

18. Hyatt Place Fairbanks

19. Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center

20. Best Western Plus Pioneer Park Inn

Compare popular hotels close to University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Top University of Alaska-Fairbanks Hotel Reviews

Pike's Waterfront Lodge

Best Western Plus Pioneer Park Inn

Abbey Archway Inn

Comfort Inn Fairbanks

Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge

7 Gables Inn & Suites

Fairbanks Extended Stay

Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge

Billie's Backpackers Hostel

Other attractions near University of Alaska-Fairbanks

University of Alaska Museum of the North

Georgeson Botanical Garden

Pioneer Park

Fairbanks Golf Course

Large Animal Research Station

Pioneer Air Museum

Alaska Centennial Center For The Arts

Palace Theatre

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