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Golden North Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Chena River

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Golden North Inn offers a convenient base with practical amenities like WiFi and extended parking. Guests enjoy the helpful staff and a continental breakfast, then relax in the lobby with its TV. The location provides easy access to university grounds and historic sites.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
The current price is P5,793
P6,257 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19

Room options

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View all photos for Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed

Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(49 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed

Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
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

  • Chena River - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • University of Alaska-Fairbanks - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Pioneer Park - 3 min drive - 3.1 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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Fred Meyer Fuel Center - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sunrise Bagel & Espresso - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Oasis Restaurant & Lounge - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Golden North Inn

Hotel remodeled in 2022 and located near University of Alaska-Fairbanks
Located close to Pioneer Park and University of Alaska Museum of the North, Golden North Inn provides free continental breakfast and a free roundtrip airport shuttle. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • Free train station pick-up, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A TV in the lobby, bicycle parking, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 60 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 34-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • LED light bulbs, mini fridges, and microwaves

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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 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

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
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1970
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Renovated entire property - April 2022
  • 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
  • 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
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 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 on arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 100 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 13 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 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 and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
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

Is Golden North Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 100 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 20.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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

As of Nov 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Golden North Inn on Nov 18, 2025 start from P 5,793.3, 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Golden North Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Golden North Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Golden North Inn provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is Golden North Inn located?

Located in College, this hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Chena River and within 3 mi (5 km) of University of Alaska-Fairbanks and 40 Below Fairbanks. Pioneer Park and University of Alaska Museum of the North are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Golden North Inn Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 266 out of 620 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 199 out of 620 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 620 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 620 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 620 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay was wonderful; thank you so much!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa

Liked: Amenities
I was comfortable with my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room wa small, bed was small. Staff was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Janae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are a little dated but very clean. Staff was amazing and welcoming. Beds were comfortable—great stay overall.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are a little dated but very clean. Staff was amazing and welcoming. Beds were comfortable—great place for a night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Resonably priced. Clean and spacious rooms. Quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Celia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Worked for what we needed
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an older motel that has been well cared for. Beds were good, towels were soft and staff was very helpful and pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Bennett

Good
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so helpful here, and ready to assist with everything we requested.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Stay, quiet and restful
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Dog friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tetsuya

Liked: Cleanliness
It was clean.　The stuff was polite and kind and acommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

AGATHA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
WONDERFUL STAFF!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyed my stay!

Room same simple, really clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gene

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Great friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

terry

Airport shuttle good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i love that it was in walking distance from almost everything you can want or need the staff was really nice and hospitable they let us know we didn't have to walk they provide a shuttle service we really enjoyed the stay bottom line great staff made it more like family better than Extended Stay period 5 star service thanks for the service sincerly The Delaney family
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Nice people.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gòlden nòŕth is my first choise òf place to stay at in fbks, it is frìèñdĺy cĺèan great continal breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly staff, clean rooms. Odd floor plan but very functional.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was only there for a brief stay, but the staff were great and the room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable the staff was friendly and it was a convenient location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025