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Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge

2.5 star property
Riverfront hotel with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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

Room options

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Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

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

Located in College, Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge is adjacent to Chena River and within 2 miles (3 km) of Pioneer Park. This 67-room hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast and conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Chena River - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • University of Alaska-Fairbanks - 1 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Pioneer Park - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • 40 Below Fairbanks - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Palace Theatre - 5 min drive - 2.1 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

Riverfront hotel with free breakfast and a fitness center
Renovated in 2019, Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge offers a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a computer station, laundry facilities, and a vending machine.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 42-inch LCD TVs with cable channels. Pillowtop beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

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
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • 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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • On a river

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2009
  • Renovated entire property - February 2019
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

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

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

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

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 50.00 per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (80 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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)
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • 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).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No alcohol is served at Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge.

Property is also known as

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Best Western Chena River
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Best Western Plus Chena River
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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge?

This hotel is situated in College, just steps from Chena River. You'll also find Pioneer Park and University of Alaska Museum of the North within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge?

Yes, self parking and long-term parking are offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and free RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge include a casino at the property?

No, Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront hotel include a pillowtop mattress as well as free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge offers free buffet breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge for a fee of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay. A deposit of USD 50.00 per stay is collected.

Does Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge?

The closest major airport to Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge is Fairbanks Intl. Airport (FAI), which is 2.7 mi away (5 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge.

Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 488 out of 988 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 302 out of 988 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 113 out of 988 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 988 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 988 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Caren, Palmer

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The heating system was not controllable in the room. It was too hot for comfortable sleeping plus the fan was always on and very loud. Staff had no way of controlling it. Thermostats in the room didn’t function.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very Clean and quiet and it was easy to check in.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stanley

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Dated and older. Lot of money for a shabby hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Bruce

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Holly, Anchorage

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Never Again! I used to like staying here. However this past trip, I was put on the same floor as a firefighter crew and they made a lot of noise and heard doors slamming all night til I got up at 6am. I had called the front desk at midnight who didn’t even attempt to quiet them down. The morning staff came up and she told one of the guys that they need to keep it down cause of complaints, so I know I wasn’t the only one who couldn’t sleep. For the price I paid, I should’ve spent a little more to get a quieter or nicer hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The bed was very comfy. I liked the in room fridge. Good black out curtains. Quiet at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eliza

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable.Great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy Carol

It lived up to the Best Western reputation. I have never been disappointed in a Best Western and this was no exception
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, good breakfast, very clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harriet

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

8/10 Good

YOLANDA Setsue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Julianne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Could've been a great stay

When we got into our room it was 80 degrees. Despite turning on the fan, it kept blowing hot air. We told the front desk, got a fan and said the engineer would come to look at it. So, we opened the window as a solution.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Christina

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Barbara

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zahira

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La comida es excelente, la limpieza a pesar de que están en proceso de remodelación.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Justin, HASTINGS

Traveled with pets
Liked: Amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

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