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

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

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

1. Pike's Waterfront Lodge

College, 2.8 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Kathy

￥22,901

￥24,733 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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.

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

2. Sophie Station Suites

Westgate, 2.8 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Mark

￥28,301

￥30,565 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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

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

A wooden staircase with white balusters and a handrail, leading to a door with a glass panel and an exit sign.

3. Rewak Studios

Westgate, 2.7 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Anthony

￥20,253

￥21,874 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

4. Golden North Inn

College, 2.4 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Matthew

￥14,343

￥15,490 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

5. Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge

College, 2.2 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Delbert

￥44,088

￥47,615 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.

6. Aspen Suites Hotel Fairbanks

College, 2.4 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Ann

￥16,825

￥18,171 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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

A wedding ceremony outdoors with guests seated on chairs.

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.

7. 7 Gables Inn & Suites

College, 1.4 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

jessica rose

￥13,362

￥14,431 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

8. Abbey Archway Inn

College, 1.4 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Kelly

￥18,075

￥22,081 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

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

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

9. Fairbanks Extended Stay

College, 1.5 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Mark

￥18,488

￥19,967 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 two-story house with a snow-covered roof and a snowman sculpture in front.

A traditional room with a desk, computer, and vintage furniture.

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

10. Alaska Heritage House Bed and Breakfast

Downtown Fairbanks, 5.1 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Josh

￥55,307

￥59,731 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

11. Comfort Inn Fairbanks

4.2 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Ashutosh

￥22,637

￥24,448 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 hotel room with a large desk, two chairs, a bed, a TV, and a door.

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

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

Lekeshia

￥34,606

￥37,375 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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 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 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

Ramiro

￥33,445

￥36,120 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

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

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

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.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Fairbanks

6.6 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Mark

￥33,309

￥35,973 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

A bedroom with a bed, a television on a dresser, and a window with curtains.

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

A buffet setup with various food items and drinks, arranged on a table with a black and white tablecloth.

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

15. Wedgewood Resort

Lemeta, 5.5 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Jeff Matthew

￥25,457

￥27,493 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

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

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

A cozy log cabin bedroom with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a wooden headboard, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

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

16. Aurora Villa

21.6 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Claudiu

￥77,615

￥86,340 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 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.

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

17. Hyatt Place Fairbanks

6.3 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Ran

￥27,495

￥29,694 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A hotel with a stone facade, a large entrance with a covered porch, and a sign reading "La Quinta".

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.

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fairbanks Airport

College, 3.9 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Michael

￥22,805

￥24,630 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

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

19. Best Western Plus Pioneer Park Inn

3.4 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Jane M

￥22,682

￥24,497 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A modern hotel with a flat roof, multiple windows, and a sign reading "Bridgewater Hotel."

A modern hotel building with a sign reading "Bridgewater Hotel."

A modern lounge with sofas, a coffee table, and a dining table with chairs.

A reception desk with a modern design, a large abstract painting on the wall, and a patterned floor.

20. Bridgewater Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Downtown Fairbanks, 5.4 km from University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Joanna

￥20,971

￥22,648 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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Compare popular hotels close to University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Pike's Waterfront Lodge	9.2 Wonderful 2,317 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 903 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge	8.4 Very good 999 reviews	View

Top University of Alaska-Fairbanks Hotel Reviews

Golden North Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The room was amazing and clean."

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."

Comfortable House With Kitchen On The Chena River. Family Friendly.

10/10 Excellent

"I love the property and the history that hangs on the walls. This is a real story of life in Alaska lived to the fullest. The host is a true Alaskan that has seen many cold winters, hardships and the delightful rewards of sticking with it. I lived fifteen years in Fairbanks so it gives me the insights of what a life in Alaska is all about."

Luxury Riverside Chena River House North Suite with Hot Tub

10/10 Excellent

"This rental unit was just right for us. Close to town, but very private and right on the river. We'll stocked with everything you need and very comfortable."

Cozy two bedroom log cabin on the Chena River near town.

8/10 Good

"Great location, accurately described."

Fairbanks Extended Stay

8/10 Good

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

Luxury Riverside Chena River House River Suite

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful location on the river! Convenient to everything in town. Amenities were everything you could hope for! Perfect for our getaway."

Close to everything you need Unit A Entire rental unit in Fairbanks, Alaska

8/10 Good

"Great place to stay while visiting Fairbanks, Alaska. Your home away from home."

Perfect 3-bedroom house with AC in charming Fairbanks on quiet dead end road.

10/10 Excellent

"Great house layout. Decent parking for a couple of vehicles but difficult to turn around if you’re pulling a trailer. Not impossible just a little harder than expected."

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. Sophie Station Suites

3. Rewak Studios

4. Golden North Inn

5. Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge

6. Aspen Suites Hotel Fairbanks

7. 7 Gables Inn & Suites

8. Abbey Archway Inn

9. Fairbanks Extended Stay

10. Alaska Heritage House Bed and Breakfast

11. Comfort Inn Fairbanks

12. Candlewood Suites Fairbanks by IHG

13. Springhill Suites by Marriott Fairbanks

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Fairbanks

15. Wedgewood Resort

16. Aurora Villa

17. Hyatt Place Fairbanks

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fairbanks Airport

19. Best Western Plus Pioneer Park Inn

20. Bridgewater Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

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Top University of Alaska-Fairbanks Hotel Reviews

Golden North Inn

Pike's Waterfront Lodge

Comfortable House With Kitchen On The Chena River. Family Friendly.

Luxury Riverside Chena River House North Suite with Hot Tub

Cozy two bedroom log cabin on the Chena River near town.

Fairbanks Extended Stay

Luxury Riverside Chena River House River Suite

Close to everything you need Unit A Entire rental unit in Fairbanks, Alaska

Perfect 3-bedroom house with AC in charming Fairbanks on quiet dead end road.

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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