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 wooden cabin room with a bed, a dining table, and a kitchen area.

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

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

Kathy

NT$4,980

NT$5,378 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

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

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

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

2. Billie's Backpackers Hostel

College, 2.3 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Abbey

NT$3,995

NT$4,315 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A building with a sign reading "Sophie Station" and a landscaped entrance with flowers and trees.

3. Sophie Station Suites

Westgate, 2.8 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Mark

NT$5,804

NT$6,268 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A kitchen area with a wooden countertop, a sink, and a stove. There is a trash can and a window with a view of the outside.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a laptop, a standing fan, and a window with curtains.

A two-story building with a flat roof and a wooden facade.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and wooden cabinets.

4. Rewak Studios

Westgate, 2.7 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Anthony

NT$4,153

NT$4,485 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

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

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

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 reception desk with informational brochures, a clock, and a plant.

5. Golden North Inn

College, 2.4 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Matthew

NT$2,941

NT$3,177 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

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$9,041

NT$9,765 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table with a lamp, a microwave, and a small kitchenette.

A dining area with a table and chairs, a refrigerator with snacks, and a kitchen area in the background.

A hotel with a parking lot and multiple vehicles parked.

A gym with treadmills, exercise bikes, free weights, and a mirror wall.

7. Aspen Suites Hotel Fairbanks

College, 2.4 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Ann

NT$3,144

NT$3,396 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

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

A wedding ceremony outdoors with guests seated on chairs.

8. 7 Gables Inn & Suites

College, 1.4 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

jessica rose

NT$3,150

NT$3,402 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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.

A bedroom with a canopy bed, a television, and a window with curtains.

9. Abbey Archway Inn

College, 1.4 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Kelly

NT$2,734

NT$2,953 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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

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

A hallway with a stone wall and stained glass windows.

A garden with a lawn, a patio area with chairs and an umbrella, and dense trees in the background.

10. Fairbanks Extended Stay

College, 1.5 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Mark

NT$3,792

NT$4,095 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A traditional room with a wooden floor, a desk with a lamp, a patterned armchair, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A traditional room with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a patterned rug.

A two-story house with a snow-covered roof and a snowman sculpture in front.

A traditional room with a wooden dresser, a mirror, and a small table with a lamp.

11. Alaska Heritage House Bed and Breakfast

Downtown Fairbanks, 5.1 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Josh

NT$11,342

NT$12,249 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

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

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a painting of a mountain landscape.

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

12. Comfort Inn Fairbanks

4.2 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Ashutosh

NT$4,640

NT$5,011 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

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

A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, multiple floors, and a clear sky.

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

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

13. Candlewood Suites Fairbanks by IHG

6.8 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Lekeshia

NT$7,097

NT$7,665 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

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

A clean, well-lit room with a vending machine stocked with snacks, a refrigerated display case with beverages, and a sign indicating 'The Market'.

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

14. Springhill Suites by Marriott Fairbanks

Downtown Fairbanks, 5.6 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Ramiro

NT$6,583

NT$7,110 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

An aerial view of a lake surrounded by dense forest, with a small town and industrial buildings in the background.

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

A building with a sign reading "Wedgewood Market Desk - Convention Center" with a parking lot and lush greenery in the foreground.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a bulletin board with postcards, and a seating area with chairs.

15. Wedgewood Resort

Lemeta, 5.5 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Jeff Matthew

NT$5,221

NT$5,638 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

A Hampton Inn & Suites with a clear entrance, a parking lot, and a well-maintained exterior.

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

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Fairbanks

6.6 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Mark

NT$6,827

NT$7,373 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

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

A wooden cabin with a view of the northern lights.

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

A modern building with large windows, a snow-covered ground, and a forest in the background.

17. Aurora Villa

21.6 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Claudiu

NT$15,800

NT$17,577 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 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 swimming pool with chairs around it, a tiled floor, and a window with a view of trees.

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

Ran

NT$5,671

NT$6,125 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

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 buffet area with various food options, including fruits, cereals, and baked goods.

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

19. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fairbanks Airport

College, 3.9 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Michael

NT$4,677

NT$5,051 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

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

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

A reception area with a counter, seating, and a wall with decorative elements.

20. Best Western Plus Pioneer Park Inn

3.4 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Jane M

NT$4,652

NT$5,024 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

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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 2,343 reviews	View
Billie's Backpackers Hostel	9.4 Exceptional 54 reviews	View
Sophie Station Suites	9.0 Wonderful 665 reviews	View
Rewak Studios	8.6 Excellent 17 reviews	View
Golden North Inn	8.4 Very good 902 reviews	View

Top University of Alaska-Fairbanks Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn Fairbanks

10/10 Excellent

"This is a good hotel which is excellently located next to a movie theater and a short ride to the Airport."

Pike's Waterfront Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"I like to stay here, because The restaurant have delicious food. Lobby coffee ☕ A Washer and dryer You can get your quarters at the Front desk, the staff is very courteous. The Shuttle service is very helpful with your luggage."

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fairbanks Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent options"

Sophie Station Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Convenient location, spacious suite."

Fairbanks Extended Stay

8/10 Good

"It was a good place to lay my head down to sleep."

Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Resort was clean, well appointed, staff were professional and kind. A very convenient location with the necessary amenities."

Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge

8/10 Good

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

Other attractions near University of Alaska-Fairbanks

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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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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Pioneer Museum with a sign, a wooden building, and hanging flower baskets.

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?

7 Gables Inn & Suites is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this B&B offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from University of Alaska-Fairbanks. Other good options within a short distance include Fairbanks Extended Stay 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 Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum, Fairbanks Ice Museum, or University of Alaska Museum of the North. 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. Rewak Studios

5. Golden North Inn

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. Alaska Heritage House Bed and Breakfast

12. Comfort Inn Fairbanks

13. Candlewood Suites Fairbanks by IHG

14. Springhill Suites by Marriott Fairbanks

15. Wedgewood Resort

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Fairbanks

17. Aurora Villa

18. Hyatt Place Fairbanks

19. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fairbanks Airport

20. Best Western Plus Pioneer Park Inn

Compare popular hotels close to University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Top University of Alaska-Fairbanks Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn Fairbanks

Pike's Waterfront Lodge

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fairbanks Airport

Sophie Station Suites

Fairbanks Extended Stay

Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge

Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge

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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