Downtown Fairbanks Travel Guide

Fairbanks

A monument with two soldiers, an American flag, and a flag of the Soviet Union.
A sculpture of antlers in an archway.
A modern sculpture with intersecting metallic structures in a park.
A lake with purple flowers in the foreground and a cloudy sky.
The Northern Lights over a snowy landscape with a house.

Stay near popular Downtown Fairbanks attractions

An igloo with a wooden door under a starry night sky.

Fairbanks Ice Museum

8.4/10 (479 reviews)
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Fairbanks Ice Museum in Fairbanks. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.
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Top hotels in Downtown Fairbanks

Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center

Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center

3.5 out of 5
813 Noble St Fairbanks AK
The price is ₹18,769 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
₹18,769
₹20,271 total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fairbanks. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center
Springhill Suites by Marriott Fairbanks

Springhill Suites by Marriott Fairbanks

3 out of 5
575 1st Ave Fairbanks AK
The price is ₹21,228 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
₹21,228
₹22,926 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fairbanks. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (958 reviews)
"Clean, good location, only complaint was that the bed was droopy:("

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026

Springhill Suites by Marriott Fairbanks
Bridgewater Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Bridgewater Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

2.5 out of 5
723 1st Ave Fairbanks AK
The price is ₹12,636 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
₹12,636
₹13,646 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fairbanks. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"They really need to have at least a continental breakfast since we did not see any place closeby to get that. Otherwise we enjoyed the property and they were very helpful in getting us to the Alaskan Railroad Depot on time."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026

Bridgewater Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Clarion Hotel & Suites Fairbanks near Ft. Wainwright

Clarion Hotel & Suites Fairbanks near Ft. Wainwright

3 out of 5
95 10th Ave Fairbanks AK
The price is ₹13,808 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
₹13,808
₹14,913 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fairbanks. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Okay breakfast. Parking free. Good for northern lights viewing. Tour operator pickup options include this hotel."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Clarion Hotel & Suites Fairbanks near Ft. Wainwright
Alaska Heritage House Bed and Breakfast

Alaska Heritage House Bed and Breakfast

3 out of 5
410 Cowles Street Fairbanks AK
The price is ₹33,749 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
₹33,749
₹36,449 total
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Fairbanks. Enjoy free parking, a snack bar/deli and conference space. Popular attractions Chena River and Dog Mushers Museum are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (486 reviews)
"This b&b is just so wonderful for those who appreciate a house full of period pieces, charm and a great breakfast! The house has so much history. It is beautifully furnished. Loved the old photos! Loved wandering into all the rooms exploring! Snacks and coffee/tea/drinks always available for guests. ..."

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

Alaska Heritage House Bed and Breakfast
Pike's Waterfront Lodge

Pike's Waterfront Lodge

3 out of 5
1850 Hoselton Rd Fairbanks AK
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹14,193 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
₹14,193
₹15,328 total
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fairbanks. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,332 reviews)
"Hotel smelled like a wet dog, decor felt chaotic, staff was distracted unprofessional and acting like teenagers. If you have any pet allergies, do not stay here, I did not want to be in my room, I slept with my window open in October, I was that desperate for fresh air."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026

Pike's Waterfront Lodge
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Where to stay in Downtown Fairbanks

Find the best Downtown Fairbanks areas for the activities you enjoy most.
The University of Alaska Museum of the North building with a modern design and a grassy foreground.
Photo by A Jaunt With Joy
Open Photo by A Jaunt With Joy

College

If you're spending some time in College, Creamer's Field and Chena River are top sights worth seeing.

Aurora

Aurora might not have many top sights, but Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum and Creamer's Field are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A roadside flower display with yellow flowers and a building in the background.
Photo by Arup Paul
Open Photo by Arup Paul

Westgate

Though Westgate may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pioneer Park and Carlson Center Event Arena.

A tall tree with a textured bark and green leaves.
Photo by Kathryn Reichert
Open Photo by Kathryn Reichert

Hamilton Acres

While Hamilton Acres isn't home to many top sights, Fort Wainwright and Fairbanks Ice Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Birch trees in a forest with sunlight filtering through.
Photo by Kathryn Reichert
Open Photo by Kathryn Reichert

South Fairbanks

When in South Fairbanks, you can plan a visit to Fort Wainwright and Big Dipper Ice Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Downtown Fairbanks Travel Guide