Golden North Inn

2.0 star property
Inn near Chena River in Fairbanks

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BBQ/picnic area
Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Free daily continental breakfast
Reception
Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Explore the area

Map
4888 Old Airport Road, Fairbanks, AK, 99709
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Alaska-Fairbanks3 min drive
  • Popular LocationPioneer Park3 min drive
  • AirportFairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.)4 min drive
  • Popular LocationFort Wainwright6 min drive

Room options

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.3/10 Wonderful
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.3/10 Very Good
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Fairbanks

Near the airport.You'll find Chena River and University of Alaska-Fairbanks within 3 miles (5 km) of this inn. 40 Below Fairbanks and Pioneer Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Alaska-Fairbanks - 3 min drive
  • Pioneer Park - 3 min drive
  • Fairbanks Ice Museum - 6 min drive
  • Fort Wainwright - 6 min drive
  • University of Alaska Museum of the North - 7 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Pump House - 5 min drive
  • Oasis Restaurant & Lounge - 2 min drive
  • Taco Bell - 10 min walk
  • Brewsters - 13 min walk
  • Lulu's Bread & Bagels - 3 min drive

About this property

Golden North Inn

Inn near Chena River in Fairbanks
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours), a train station pick-up service, and a train station drop-off service are free. The business-friendly Golden North Inn also features multilingual staff, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in a 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 inn.

  • 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 is 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 feature complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. 34-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Fairbanks inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

Languages

American (Sign language), English, Hebrew, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Free 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

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

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
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 34-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

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

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 100 lbs 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation

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

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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A 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 guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Golden North Inn to the airport?

Golden North Inn is 2.9 mi (4-min drive) away from the Fairbanks Intl. Airport (FAI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of May 24, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Golden North Inn on May 25, 2024 start from $155.0, excluding 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.

Does Golden North Inn have an airport shuttle?

Golden North Inn offers a free airport shuttle, available 24 hours a day, on request.

Does Golden North Inn offer free breakfast?

Golden North Inn offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Golden North Inn?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at Golden North Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Golden North Inn?

This inn offers free self parking and extended parking.

Does Golden North Inn have a pool?

Golden North Inn does not have a pool.

Does Golden North Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is Golden North Inn to downtown Fairbanks?

Golden North Inn is 1.7 mi away from College.

Golden North Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 347 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 118 out of 347 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 347 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 347 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 347 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rich

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Recent renovations, really clean, good grab n go breakfast, friendly staff, extremely economical. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Abhishek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yanan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay at an affordable price. The room is small but has every thing we need and it is very clean. The staff is friendly and helpful. The airport shuttle service is fantasitc.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Wen-Hsin

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Price and professionalism
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Business traveler
My door lock was frozen so I had to go back to the office
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eoi

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenichi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Rose, Manheim

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023