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Golden North Inn

Property class: 2.5

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a lamp.
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$171
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov

Explore the area

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4888 Old Airport Road, Fairbanks, AK, 99709
  • Place, Chena River
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Alaska-Fairbanks
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Fort Wainwright
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, a large bed with white linens, and red curtains on the window.

Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(81 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a microwave, a TV, and a small table with flowers.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a lamp.

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Fairbanks

At Golden North Inn you'll be 1.2 km (0.7 mi) from Chena River and 3 km (1.9 mi) from Pioneer Park. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, free self-parking and a free airport shuttle. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a picnic area. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and a microwave in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free extended parking, along with the convenience of free train pick-up service. .With a stay at this College hotel, you'll be 3.2 km (2 mi) from University of Alaska-Fairbanks and 3.2 km (2 mi) from 40 Below Fairbanks.

What's nearby

  • Chena River - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • University of Alaska-Fairbanks - 1 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Pioneer Park - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Fort Wainwright - 7 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Fairbanks Ice Museum - 10 min drive - 12.5 km

Getting around

  • Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Fred Meyer Fuel Center - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Alaska Salmon Bake - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Arctic Java - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Golden North Inn

Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours), A train station pick-up shuttle and A train station drop-off shuttle are free. The business-friendly Golden North Inn also features multilingual staff, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in common area. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Golden North Inn was completed in April 2022.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Fairbanks hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1970
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
Golden North Inn offers 60 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features free toiletries and blackout curtains. 34-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

This Fairbanks hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle on request
  • Free 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1970
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Renovated entire property - April 2022
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 34-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 100 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 13 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit 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
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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children aged 13 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is 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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Golden North Inn?

Golden North Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Golden North Inn?

As of 10 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Golden North Inn on 11 Nov 2026 start from AU$171, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Golden North Inn?

Yep, Golden North Inn has a free self car park, free extended parking and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Does Golden North Inn serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary continental brekkie is available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Golden North Inn?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request.

What time are check-in & check-out at Golden North Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Golden North Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 450 out of 913 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 255 out of 913 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 136 out of 913 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 913 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 913 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overnight stay was perfect. Great location to the airport, breakfast was great, and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, good location, friendly staff and great price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good shuttle service and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Greatest hotel in the north star borough I bow in the radiance of their turbulence
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very clean and renovated. It smelled good and was perfect for our one night stay. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very basic accommodation, clean and breakfast provided. Best part was free shuttle from train station and then next day to airport.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very helpful and friendly staff. Normal nice basic rooms. Perfect for in an out daily visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It’s pretty nice especially for the price we paid no complaints and the bathroom was spotless! The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was nothing fancy just clean and beds to sleep in
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Airport shuttle, small breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Close to the airport, bed shower not as new as other hotels but clean and maintained
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Greatest hotel known to mankind the staff will all be saints in their next life I bow in the radiance of their turbulence
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean, recently renovated. The staff was helpful and polite. Overall a good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The staff were all very friendly and helpful
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Close to airport, staff super nice and complementary breakfast was super nice!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was ok for a cheap one night place to stay and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motel type clean rooms Continental breakfast, staff was very helpful giving advice to restaurants etc.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is the perfect no frills Hotel that is very close to the airport. On demand shuttle service is wonderful. Suspicious breakfast offerings including delicious coffee. Staff were very funny. With lots of Fred Meyer to buy supplies.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Needed a last minute place to stay for a quick night. Met our needs for far less cost than other properties. Basic was nice too.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and location very clean. Bed nice and comfortable. Breakfast was good. Great location. I would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yuval, the manger there done everything he could to welcome me and make me feel like at home! Service, was great easy and the place was clean and quiet. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is a traditional motel, all rooms have exterior doors. Our room was clean and orderly, but older, but for the cost, it was a good deal. The breakfast was simple but there was enough to get my day going and the coffee was quite good. A good hotel at a fair price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Property is good, nothing fancy but clean & well maintained. Easy access to get to property. Staff was very helpful. Continental breakfast was excellent with lots rolls, hard boiled eggs, bottled waters and snacks for the day provided
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff………………………………..
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love that they’re dog friendly, and a very attentive, friendly and knowledgeable staff. I didn’t like a couple of experiences that I had with other guests but again, the staff were on top of those issues and were (and still are) amazing!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2026