Best Western

Your Alaska Adventure Starts Here — Right on the Water

Minutes from downtown Fairbanks, but worlds away from the rush. Wake to the Chena River, chase the northern lights, and come back to a room that actually feels like rest.

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5 min to downtown

Riverfront location

24/7 front desk

Accommodations

Rooms Built for Real Rest

Whether you're passing through or staying a week, every room is designed to give you the comfort you actually need after a day outside.

Standard room with queen bed and river view

Popular

Standard Queen Room

Cozy queen bed, work desk, and everything you need for a solid night's sleep. Perfect for solo travelers or couples.

Free Wi-Fi
Coffee maker
Flat-screen TV

Double Queen Room

Two queen beds, extra space, and a layout that works for families or groups. No one has to compromise on sleep.

Free Wi-Fi
Coffee maker
Extra seating

Premium

River View Suite

Separate living area, premium bedding, and views of the Chena. The upgrade that makes the trip feel special.

River views
Sofa bed
Premium amenities

What We Offer

Everything You Need, Nothing You Don't

Practical amenities that make your stay smoother — from early breakfast before a dawn hike to a hot pool after a cold day outside.

Hot Breakfast

Start your day with a hot breakfast included — because the last thing you want is to figure out food before an 5 a.m. tour.

Indoor Pool & Hot Tub

Soak in the hot tub under the Alaskan sky — or anytime, really. It's the perfect way to shake off a day of hiking, fishing, or dog mushing.

Free Parking

Ample free parking right at your door. No hidden fees, no circling the lot — just pull up and go.

Free Wi-Fi

Fast, reliable Wi-Fi throughout the property. Share your photos, plan your next outing, or just stream without buffering.

24-Hour Front Desk

Red-eye flight? Late-night arrival? We're here. Real people at the desk, not a keypad and a prayer.

River Access

Step outside and you're at the Chena River. Kayaking, fishing, or just sitting by the water — it's your backyard.

Location

Perfectly Positioned in Fairbanks

We sit right along the Chena River, just a short drive from downtown but far enough away to hear the loons instead of traffic. Everything Fairbanks has to offer is within reach — and so is peace and quiet when you need it.

Minutes from downtown Fairbanks
Near Chena River State Recreation Area
Easy access to aurora viewing sites
Close to Tanana Valley Fairgrounds
Short drive to Chena Hot Springs

About Us

More Than a Place to Sleep

Chena River Lodge Best Western has been a Fairbanks staple for travelers who want something better than a stopover — a real place to ground themselves in the middle of Alaska's biggest adventures.

We're not a chain experience disguised as character. We're a family-run operation that understands what Alaskan visitors actually need: a warm bed, a hot meal, a pool to unwind in, and a front desk that treats you like a guest, not a reservation number.

Whether you're here for the midnight sun, the aurora borealis, gold rush history, or just the wide-open sky — we'll help you make the most of it, and make sure you're rested when you leave.

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(907) 328-3607

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