Pike's Waterfront Lodge

3.0 star property
3-star hotel in College

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Meeting facility
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

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1850 Hoselton Rd, Fairbanks, AK, 99709
  • Place, Chena River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Alaska-Fairbanks
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Fort Wainwright
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(170 reviews)
  • 253 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(133 reviews)
  • 253 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Fire Side Cabin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Aurora Side Cabin

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Log Cabin Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Fairbanks

College stay.A stay at this College hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Chena River and 3 miles (5 km) of University of Alaska-Fairbanks. Georgeson Botanical Garden and University of Alaska Museum of the North are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Chena River - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • University of Alaska-Fairbanks - 1 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Pioneer Park - 3 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Fort Wainwright - 7 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Fairbanks Ice Museum - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles

Getting around

  • Fairbanks Intl. Airport (FAI) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fred Meyer Fuel Center - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Pump House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sunrise Bagel & Espresso - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Pike's Waterfront Lodge

3-star hotel in College
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour fitness center, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Pike's Waterfront Lodge. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). Self parking is free.

This 3-star Fairbanks hotel is smoke free.

  • 208 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Pike's Waterfront Lodge offers 208 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 65-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels and Netflix. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Hair dryers and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 14.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hospital bed
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 65-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
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 25 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 14.95 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Pike's Waterfront Lodge to the airport?

Pike's Waterfront Lodge is 1.7 mi (4-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 Pike's Waterfront Lodge?

As of Nov 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pike's Waterfront Lodge on Dec 6, 2025 start from $117.48, 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 Pike's Waterfront Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Pike's Waterfront Lodge offers a free airport shuttle, available 24 hours a day, on request.

Does Pike's Waterfront Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Pike's Waterfront Lodge, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 14.95 per person. It's available every day from 6 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Pike's Waterfront Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Pike's Waterfront Lodge?

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

Is there free parking at Pike's Waterfront Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Pike's Waterfront Lodge have a pool?

Pike's Waterfront Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Pike's Waterfront Lodge have a restaurant?

Pike's Waterfront Lodge is home to Pike's Landing, which features brunch.

Does Pike's Waterfront Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Pike's Waterfront Lodge to downtown Fairbanks?

Pike's Waterfront Lodge is 3.8 mi away from Fairbanks.

Reviews

Pike's Waterfront Lodge Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1550 out of 2109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 384 out of 2109 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 out of 2109 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 2109 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 2109 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Staff rude and absolutely not accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we loved the rustic feel of the place - the gardens and plants around the facility were well kept and beautiful the art collection was amazing! I'm sure they get tons of visitors so carpets need some updating but the volume must wear them down quickly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pike’s is terrific. One of a kind. Total Alaska kitsch and definitely a unique experience. Stay there!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gayle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

jason

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHELLEY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a cool hotel. It was just amazing. Of course it was clean, comfortable, yada yada. Staff was great and all that jazz. But seriously it has such a cool ambiance. You just want to hang out there.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

alando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Felt like a lodge that brought people together-lobby, ice cream social, fire pits with s’mores.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Kurt

Electricity in room failed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Great hotel, however it is absurd in 2025 to not provide daily housekeeping at these prices. They also refused a request for a one hour late check out on a multi-day stay saying “we don’t do that here.” That’s a first.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Diappointed in Fairbanks

Staff is very friendly. However, the hotel is very dated. The bathroom is very small and difficult to get out of the shower. There is no continental breakfast and the buffet is $18.95. I asked if there was a restaurant nearby because I hated paying so much for a meal that I didn’t want much. No other options! Clearly this place needs a makeover
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jakkidi

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love Pike’s! Totally off the charts Alaskan kitsch. It borders on the absurd but always stays JUST inside the line. Have stayed there many times over the years for work and family trips. Excellent Alaskan regional Art (Fejes, DeRoux, Matchetanz, etc.) and … ducks, stuffed dead animals, ice cream and neon! What’s not to love? Stay here. It is not another anonymous tourist hotel. On the river, plenty beer, ice cream, and bocce. You will have a story to tell when you get home.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

jason

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kurt, Anchorage

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Giridhar

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Ulonda

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent staff and breakfast property is excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Charlotte

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elsie

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about this property.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Amenities
One of the nicest hotels I’ve stayed in, in years. The bed was comfortable and I got whiffs of bleach. It made me smile knowing it was clean. And the breakfast was delicious. I thought it was going to be a continental breakfast; no, a full breakfast. Décor was modern and well done. Wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So far so good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quaint and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025