South Fairbanks
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Popular places to visit
Chena Hot Springs
This famous eco-friendly resort community in Alaska is known for its peaceful outdoor hot springs, spectacular ice museum and outdoor activities.
University of Alaska-Fairbanks
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Alaska-Fairbanks, during your travels in Fairbanks. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Fairbanks Ice Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Fairbanks Ice Museum in Fairbanks. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Moose Mountain
Hit the slopes at Moose Mountain during your trip to Fairbanks. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Creamer's Field
Follow elevated trails and see waterfowl and many other bird species in this immense sanctuary, dedicated to promoting environmental awareness.
Pioneer Park
Take a trip through time at this historical theme park, which celebrates Alaska’s pioneering heritage with museums, playgrounds, restored aircraft and a riverboat.
Things to do
Chena Hot Springs with Ice Museum Tour & Northern Lights
Dog Sledding and Mushing Experience in North Pole
1 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska
From Fairbanks: Northern Lights Aurora Tour with Photography
Arctic Circle & Northern Lights Tour from Fairbanks
Free Pickup/Drop off: Dog Sledding with Free Photo in Fairbanks
Top hotels in South Fairbanks
North Star Place
The parking was very safe and the accommodations were lovely and comfortable.
Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026
Pike's Waterfront Lodge
Coffee lukewarm, eggs cold, younger staff nice, older staff unpleasant and seems as though you’re bothering them if you have questions and that includes the owner Jay and Liz! There is no business center to print your boarding pass.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center
The room is very nice and spacious, but the TV was not watchable (very bad streaming, on every channel) and at noon time there was no hot water to shower, you would have to wait until later in the afternoon. As to the property, the convenience store/coffee shop was closed for renovation the entire ...
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fairbanks Airport
Nice to have a shuttle from both the train station and/or the airport. Good breakfast, average gym.
Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026
Sophie Station Suites
Adequate amenities and clean property, ideal for budget stays
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
Bridgewater Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Nice to see the river outside the front door.
Reviewed on Apr 8, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Fairbanks
Downtown Fairbanks
While visiting Downtown Fairbanks, you might make a stop by sights like Fairbanks Ice Museum and Chena River.
Slaterville
If you're spending some time in Slaterville, Chena River and Fairbanks Community Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Hamilton Acres
Hamilton Acres might not have many top sights, but Fort Wainwright and Fairbanks Ice Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Westgate
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Westgate and surrounding area, you can visit Pioneer Park and Carlson Center Event Arena.
Lemeta
If you're spending some time in Lemeta, Creamer's Field and Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Aurora
While Aurora isn't home to many top sights, Creamer's Field and Pioneer Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
