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Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge

2.5 star property
Fairbanks hotel in College area

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Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

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1255 Tvsa Way, Fairbanks, AK, 99709
  • Place, Chena River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Alaska-Fairbanks
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Pioneer Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Fairbanks

College stay.With a stay at this College hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Chena River and 2 miles (3 km) of Pioneer Park. University of Alaska-Fairbanks and 40 Below Fairbanks are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Chena River - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • University of Alaska-Fairbanks - 1 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Pioneer Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • 40 Below Fairbanks - 2 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Palace Theatre - 6 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Fairbanks Intl. Airport (FAI) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Fred Meyer Fuel Center - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sunrise Bagel & Espresso - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge

Fairbanks hotel in College area
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite business center. Free breakfast is served daily. A fitness center, a vending machine, and laundry facilities are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge was completed in February 2019.

This Fairbanks hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 67 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 2009
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge offers 67 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 42-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Fairbanks hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (46 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (40 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (35 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 50.00 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 80 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 50.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using exisiting bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge to the airport?

Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge is 2.7 mi (5-min drive) away from the Fairbanks Intl. Airport (FAI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge?

As of Dec 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge on Dec 18, 2025 start from $170.11, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge.

Does Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge offer free breakfast?

Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge offers free buffet breakfast on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking and extended parking.

Does Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge have a pool?

Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge to downtown Fairbanks?

Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge is 3.2 mi away from Fairbanks.