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Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge

2.5 star property
Fairbanks hotel on river

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Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
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Along the river, Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge offers a warm welcome with a free breakfast buffet and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, get active at the gym, or store your luggage safely. Guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fitness center
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • TV in a common area

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $161
$174 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8

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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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1255 Tvsa Way, Fairbanks, AK, 99709

What's nearby

  • Pioneer Park - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • University of Alaska-Fairbanks - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • University of Alaska Museum of the North - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Fairbanks Ice Museum - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Fort Wainwright - 7 min drive - 7.1 km

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
  • ‪Oasis Restaurant & Lounge - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge

When you stay at Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Fort Wainwright. Guests can enjoy the fitness center, and hiking/biking trails and mountain biking are nearby. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 67 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 80 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite extended parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No alcohol served onsite

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast 6:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2009
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness center

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 46
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 35
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 40
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Lever door handles
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch LCD TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 50.00 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

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

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Also known as

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

Are pets allowed at Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 80 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay, and there's also a deposit of USD 50.00 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge?

Yes, there's free self and extended parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, fishing, and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes hunting. Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge also has a fitness center.

What's the area around Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge like?

Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge is located by the river in College, a short 1-minute walk from Chena River.

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Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently good and a highlight of the stay at this property. (14 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Very Clean and quiet and it was easy to check in.
Judith, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The breakfast was fine. Not too many options. We were disappointed that breakfast was served very late in the morning one day due to a staff call-in. Cold breakfast items weren’t even available during this time.
Jordan, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

The bed was very comfy. I liked the in room fridge. Good black out curtains. Quiet at night.
Amy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It lived up to the Best Western reputation. I have never been disappointed in a Best Western and this was no exception
Peggy Carol, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room was very clean
Julianne, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The rooms were clean enjoyed our stay.
Blake, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Place was clean and staffs are friendly. Breakfast option was great too.
Madonna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Front desk cordiallity and helpful with recommendations of places to visit, free shuttle service and breakfast included.
Lydia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good stay
Shiqiang, 5-night trip

6/10 Good

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.
Laura, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient to the University
Celia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Iris makes this the best place ever. She has the personality that you gotta love. She needs a pay raise. Room was great
Lane, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Helpful staff

The staff were very helpful on giving us info for the aurora viewing places, how to layer up . Special mention to Sherry. The location is convenient
Maria, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

One of the nicest hotels ever

We loved this hotel. Friendly staff, clean big room, excellent hot breakfast with lots of choices. I cannot think of one negative thing to say about the hotel. It was wonderful. We liked it so much, when we came back to Fairbanks, we stayed here again happily.
Deanna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best Western Fairbanks

When I checked in the room was dirty. It had someone else’s nachos on the desk and the soaps had been opened and used and a towel was used by the sink. I let the front desk know but they didn’t really care.
Robin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good
jie liang, 8-night trip

4/10 Fair

Old and not very clean! Forget breakfast offerings!
Joe N, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The toilet lid/seat was only attached by one bolt and slid off when in use. Trim on base of bathroom door was loose and fell off causing me to trip. Thermostat was nonfunctional so room was too hot unless windows kept open. Otherwise room was very nice and in good location.
Caren, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Dirty

Room under bed and behind dressers increadibly dirty. Bottles and cigarette wrappers and rotten berries under the bed and behind dressers and nightstands.
Kelly, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Bed was very uncomfortable-dip on both beds where people had sat on it to watch tv.
Phil, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

Without checking the proper check out date the house cleaning manager threw out the foods and drinks kept in the refrigerator, took my suitcases and kept it down . The lady did not bother to get the correct room number. Em 201 was supposed to be cleaned and inspite of the cleaning boy telling her this is not the correct room she messed up. Threw all the laundry clothes along with new clothes When I spoke to her she just said sorry but did not really care. I raised the issue with duty manager on 6/3/2024 in afternoon and he dismissed it as something it normallly happens First the house keeping manager need to check the log book properly If other people are telling her that she is not correct she had thame arrogance not to listen The manager dismissed it being something that happens all the time I have been living in USA as a citizen for more than quarter century and nowhere it has happened except at this best western at Chena River lodge on 1255 TVSA pkwy Fairbanks Alaska The banger also threatened me to throw out of property as I spoke in a raised tone Obviously any one would be upset if their belongings are touched without permission when they are still in the room The manger’s unfit to do his job if he cannot educate his staff and manage them properly I filed a complaint through corporate for best western and they said the general manager would contact or the property owner None had contacted me so far Such is the service. Very poor experience
Chenthilmurugan, 3-night trip

2/10 Poor

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!
Holly, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable.Great breakfast
Susan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location, good breakfast, very clean and comfortable
Arthur, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

La comida es excelente, la limpieza a pesar de que están en proceso de remodelación.
Zahira, 1-night trip