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Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge

2.5 star property
Riverfront hotel with free breakfast and fitness centre

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Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
The current price is €268
includes taxes & fees
27 Jun - 28 Jun

Room options

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Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

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1255 Tvsa Way, Fairbanks, AK, 99709

What's nearby

  • Pioneer Park - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • University of Alaska-Fairbanks - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • University of Alaska Museum of the North - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Fairbanks Ice Museum - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Fort Wainwright - 7 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Oasis Restaurant & Lounge - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Alaska Salmon Bake - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Brewsters - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪House of Fire Pizza - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge

Hotel by the river, remodelled in 2019
A free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services and a gym are just a few of the amenities provided at Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge. In addition to a business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking and extended parking
  • A vending machine, a TV in reception and a 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage, a lift and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 67 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • On a river

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways (101 centimetre high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (116 centimetre wide door)
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (89 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2009
  • Renovated entire property - February 2019
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00, per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 50.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 36 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 50.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Best Western Chena Lodge
Best Western Chena River
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Best Western Plus Chena River
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Frequently asked questions

Is Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 36 kg per pet. There's a deposit of USD 50.00 per stay and a fee of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge?

As of 13 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge on 27 Jun 2025 start from €267.57, 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.

How much is parking at Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge?

Self-parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Chena River, Pioneer Park and University of Alaska-Fairbanks. 40 Below Fairbanks and Palace Theatre are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 482 out of 972 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 296 out of 972 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 111 out of 972 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 972 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 972 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Excellent location, good breakfast, very clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

It lived up to the Best Western reputation. I have never been disappointed in a Best Western and this was no exception
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10

Room was very clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Great staff, clean room, bed was comfort, good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10

When we got into our room it was 80 degrees. Despite turning on the fan, it kept blowing hot air. We told the front desk, got a fan and said the engineer would come to look at it. So, we opened the window as a solution.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Staff great, easy off highway,
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Great breakfast offerings
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Great place and very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Nice place and very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10

The rooms were clean enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10

Place was clean and staffs are friendly. Breakfast option was great too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10

When I checked in the room was dirty. It had someone else’s nachos on the desk and the soaps had been opened and used and a towel was used by the sink. I let the front desk know but they didn’t really care.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Great breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

Everyone was great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10

Front desk cordiallity and helpful with recommendations of places to visit, free shuttle service and breakfast included.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10

Had a great time!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

Needed a place convenient to the airport and close to stores. This hotel was great for that.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10

The elevator was broken
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Iris makes this the best place ever. She has the personality that you gotta love. She needs a pay raise. Room was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10

The rooms are quiet at this hotel with how they have the rooms set up.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10

Good stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10

The staff were very helpful on giving us info for the aurora viewing places, how to layer up . Special mention to Sherry. The location is convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

We stayed at several hotels in the area. This was by far the best and the best value.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10

Convenient to the University
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10

Staff is friendly and helpful