The Pioneer Motel

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Palmer motel

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Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(52 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Cabin, 1 King Bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Cabin, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 419 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Pet Friendly

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Cabin, 2 Queen Beds | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Cabin, 2 Queen Beds

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Bed, Pet Friendly

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Palmer

In Palmer .Your stay at this Palmer motel places you within a 10-minute walk of Mat-Su Visitors Center and Colony House Museum. Palmer Visitor Information Center and Arkose Brewery are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Colony House Museum - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mat-Su Visitors Center - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Palmer Visitor Information Center - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Musk Ox Farm - 3 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Reindeer Farm - 12 min drive - 9.2 miles

Getting around

  • Wasilla Alaska Railroad Depot - 16 min drive
  • Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl. Airport (ANC) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sluice Box @ Alaska State Fair - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fred Meyer Fuel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Noisy Goose Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Pioneer Motel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Palmer motel
As a guest of The Pioneer Motel, you'll find a vending machine, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Pioneer Motel also features express check-in and a front-desk safe. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Palmer motel.

  • 1 floor
  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Pioneer Motel offers 28 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

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
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
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
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 20.00 per stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • 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.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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.

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 20.00 per stay)
  • 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 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Guests must contact this property in advance if they plan to bring a pet. Breed restrictions may apply.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Pioneer Motel Palmer
Pioneer Palmer
The Pioneer Motel Motel
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The Pioneer Motel Motel Palmer

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Pioneer Motel to the airport?

The Pioneer Motel is 49 mi (57-min drive) away from the Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl. Airport (ANC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Pioneer Motel?

As of Mar 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Pioneer Motel on Mar 22, 2026 start from $113, including 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 The Pioneer Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Pioneer Motel.

Does The Pioneer Motel offer free breakfast?

The Pioneer Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Pioneer Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at The Pioneer Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Pioneer Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Pioneer Motel have a pool?

The Pioneer Motel does not have a pool.

Does The Pioneer Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Pioneer Motel to downtown Palmer?

The Pioneer Motel is 0.5 mi away from Palmer.

The Pioneer Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 458 out of 743 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 204 out of 743 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 743 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 743 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 743 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Jenny did an excellent job communicating during a difficult situation. The power went out because of a wind storm, and we had to find a different place to stay because it was too cold to tough it out at this motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, check in was quick
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Being able to do late check-in is amazing. The rooms are clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stay is always great Clean, courtesy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My husband and I somehow locked both keys in our room 30 minutes after we checked in. The front desk attendant got us back in right away. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sylvia

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great hotel with a friendly manager ; Jenny. She even accommodated us with an extra heater. Us Texans was not used to the base board heat and need a little extra , especially at night. There is no kitchen but they do offer a small refrigerator and a microwave. This property does not offer long-term rental but for the few days we were there it was wonderful. Would stay again if in that area. Five stars!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

YANYI

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank You!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Place was very clean. Ideal location for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kody

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in, clean cozy rooms, and within close proximity to most things Palmer has to offer.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel surprised us. Excellent room and very comfortable bed. The kitchen had everything we needed. Well done!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was the 4th time I stayed here and they seemed to update the place but either way it was still a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and wonderful beds. It had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Marjorie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Newly remodeled nice room. Comfortable chair.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

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

10/10 Excellent

CAROL, hoPKINS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chenxi

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025