Golden North Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel within easy reach of Chena River

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BBQ/picnic area
Front of property
Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Exterior
Near the University of Alaska-Fairbanks and Pioneer Park, Golden North Inn offers a refreshing stay with continental breakfast. Connect to WiFi, unwind in the lobby near the TV, and enjoy extended parking. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free train station pick-up
  • Free train station drop-off
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Multilingual staff
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The current price is $179
$193 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 12 - Sep 13

Room options

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Showing 3 of 3 rooms

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
4888 Old Airport Road, Fairbanks, AK, 99709

What's nearby

  • Pioneer Park - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • University of Alaska-Fairbanks - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • University of Alaska Museum of the North - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Fairbanks Ice Museum - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Fort Wainwright - 7 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • Fairbanks Intl. Airport (FAI) - 4 min drive
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free train station pick-up
  • Free train station drop-off

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Oasis Restaurant & Lounge - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪House of Fire Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shogun Japanese Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Golden North Inn

Golden North Inn is just 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from the airport and offers a free shuttle (available 24 hours). Free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of Fort Wainwright. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Hebrew, Spanish

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 60 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport and train station; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property on arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Required at check-in

    • Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

    • Children (13 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 100 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite extended parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking

Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
    • Free train station shuttle available 24 hours

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1970
  • Picnic area
  • Television in common areas
  • Bicycle parking
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • 1 stairs to reach property

ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 34-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • LED light bulbs

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Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per night

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Golden North Motel Fairbanks
Golden North Motel
Golden North Fairbanks
Golden North
Golden North Hotel Fairbanks
Golden North Motel Fairbanks, Alaska
Golden North Inn Inn
Golden North Inn Fairbanks
Golden North Inn Inn Fairbanks
Golden North Motel of Fairbanks

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Frequently asked questions

Does Golden North Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Golden North Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Golden North Inn?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 100 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Golden North Inn?

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

Is airport shuttle service offered by Golden North Inn?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Golden North Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Golden North Inn and nearby?

Golden North Inn has a picnic area.

What's the area around Golden North Inn like?

Golden North Inn is a short 4-minute drive from Fairbanks Intl. Airport (FAI) and 12 minutes' walk from Chena River.

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Golden North Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Service staff
Room
Airport
Bed
Breakfast
Shuttle
Shower
Quiet - room
Location
Shuttle services

What guests liked

  • Breakfast options were plentiful, varied, and often exceeded expectations with a good choice of hot and cold items. (28 reviews)
  • The airport shuttle service was prompt, reliable, and provided by friendly and helpful staff. (15 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed my stay!

Room same simple, really clean and quiet.
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay
AGATHA, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I bow in the radiance of golden north's turbulence
Stanley, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Got a good nights sleep

Got a good nights sleep. Its an older property. But well maintained, comfortable, nice linens, soft bed, and close to the airport.
Kameron, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place

People are friendly here all of them.
joe, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Not a tourist trap!

You can't beat this place for the money. Most of the hotels in Fairbanks are overpriced summer tourists traps, not this hotel! Our room was clean and tidy. We had a separate room with a couch for watching TV. The man at the front desk was friendly and helpful. They have an airport shuttle that will also get you to the Alaska Railroad depot. We will be return guest.
Edward, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was extremly nice and the room exceeding our expectations. Will be staying here again and recommending to friends and family
Elizabeth, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Expensive dump

Run down motel with airplanes flying low overhead (noise). This is the kind of place that in most states would run 59.99 /night. Think of a low end Motel 6. Except it's in Fairbanks, Alaska, so they feel justified charging over 200/night. Avoid at all cost.
1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Nice staff but not a comfortable room.

Very small room and very uncomfortable bed. Close to airport. Very friendly staff.
David, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Value for money

A great central location, close to airport with airport shuttle service. Very friendly welcoming staff. Shopping nearby and fridge and microwave in room. Lovely outside area with table and chairs great for a picnic weather was very kind. Great suggestions for local attractions.
Linda, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super awesome stay
Jaya, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place, stay there all the time.
James, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We like staying here. It was close to the airport and they had a good price. Also, the continental breakfast in the morning was good.
Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It’s an inn a bit off the beaten path. A good location to walk to and from. The staff is excellent friendly and helpful. Beyond nice. It’s three stars for the facility five stars for the people!
Ronald, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

They had the most comfortable bed of my entire trip. It was disappointing that there was no coffee maker in the room. You had to go to the office to get it. The continental breakfast was decent. We were right next to the airport but you could not hear airplane noise at all.
Suzette, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

very good place , I will come again
hanyu, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice stay for last minute trip.
Laura, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Not happy

Shuttle staff were awful Pay extra $ go somewhere else
Mark, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room was small but adequate. Bed was comfortable. Continental breakfast was amazing. Property overall was a little dated
Dona, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Had a great stay at Golden North Inn. It’s not fancy but clean, safe, walking distance to Fred Meyer, provides free airport shuttle, and has decent continental breakfast. The staff are very helpful and welcoming. The bed was comfortable.

8/10 Very good

Good stay. The staff was great met our requests without complaints. Extended early morning breakfast for us and paid for a taxi when we needed a ride to airport earlier than the shuttle ran. James at the front desk was accommodating and friendly
Mary, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

ZalExtremely friendly
Joshua, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great stay, extended a day. Will stay again!
James, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Have great shuttle service! No hair dryer in the room.
Yu-Ju, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Horrible room

Paid for queen bed. The bed was a full not a queen. Room may have been 200sq ft. Carper had ground in dirt in it. Bathtub dirty and stained. Paid $250 for this room. Worth $40 at best. Front desk clerk not friendly.
Shannan, 1-night trip