University of Alaska-Fairbanks - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
Pioneer Park - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Fairbanks Ice Museum - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
Fort Wainwright - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
University of Alaska Museum of the North - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
Getting around
Fairbanks Intl. Airport (FAI) - 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
When you stay at Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Fort Wainwright. Guests can enjoy the fitness center, and hiking/biking trails and mountain biking are nearby. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
67 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Up to 2 children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 80 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Pets must be supervised
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free onsite extended parking
Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
No alcohol served onsite
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast 6:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).
Also known as
Best Western Chena Lodge
Best Western Chena River
Best Western Chena River Lodge
Best Western Plus Chena River
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Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge Fairbanks
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Chena River Lodge
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Best Western Plus Chena River Hotel Fairbanks
BEST WESTERN PLUS Chena River Lodge Fairbanks, Alaska
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Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge Hotel
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Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge Hotel Fairbanks
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 80 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay, and there's also a deposit of USD 50.00 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge?
Yes, there's free self and extended parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, hiking, and mountain climbing. Additional recreation nearby includes hunting. Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge also has a fitness center.
What's the area around Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge like?
Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge is located by the river, a short 1-minute walk from Chena River.
Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very Good
Dec 11, 2024
Christina
Christina, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 29, 2024
Best Western Fairbanks
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.
Robin
Robin, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 28, 2024
Patricia
Patricia, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Nov 22, 2024
Verified traveler
4-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 15, 2024
Audrae A
Audrae A, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 11, 2024
Great location
Great staff, clean room, bed was comfort, good breakfast
Fernanda
Fernanda, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 11, 2024
Kenneth
Kenneth, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Sep 22, 2024
The toilet lid/seat was only attached by one bolt and slid off when in use. Trim on base of bathroom door was loose and fell off causing me to trip. Thermostat was nonfunctional so room was too hot unless windows kept open.
Otherwise room was very nice and in good location.
Caren
Caren, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 9, 2024
Quick and easy access to the airport. Good breakfast.
Anne
Anne, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2024
John
John, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2024
Staff great, easy off highway,
michael
michael, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2024
John
John, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2024
Robert
Robert, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2024
Shayna
Shayna, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 8, 2024
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 4, 2024
Arthur
Arthur, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Aug 4, 2024
It was just okay
The room itself was pretty clean. However the light was out inside the bathroom where the toilet and shower are, so we had to leave the door open in order to see. The smoke detector (or co2 not sure) was hanging off the wall and the curtain rods were crooked like they had been pulled too hard so they didn’t shut tightly. It seems like hotels these days should offer smart tv options, not just basic cable.
Carole
Carole, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 2, 2024
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2024
Great breakfast offerings
Marilyn
Marilyn, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 28, 2024
Anise
Anise, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 19, 2024
Carolyn
Carolyn, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2024
Iris makes this the best place ever. She has the personality that you gotta love. She needs a pay raise. Room was great
Lane
Lane, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2024
Great place and very accommodating.
Casey
Casey, 3-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jun 7, 2024
Xavier
Xavier, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Jun 5, 2024
Without checking the proper check out date the house cleaning manager threw out the foods and drinks kept in the refrigerator, took my suitcases and kept it down . The lady did not bother to get the correct room number. Em 201 was supposed to be cleaned and inspite of the cleaning boy telling her this is not the correct room she messed up. Threw all the laundry clothes along with new clothes
When I spoke to her she just said sorry but did not really care. I raised the issue with duty manager on 6/3/2024 in afternoon and he dismissed it as something it normallly happens
First the house keeping manager need to check the log book properly
If other people are telling her that she is not correct she had thame arrogance not to listen
The manager dismissed it being something that happens all the time
I have been living in USA as a citizen for more than quarter century and nowhere it has happened except at this best western at Chena River lodge on 1255 TVSA pkwy Fairbanks Alaska
The banger also threatened me to throw out of property as I spoke in a raised tone
Obviously any one would be upset if their belongings are touched without permission when they are still in the room
The manger’s unfit to do his job if he cannot educate his staff and manage them properly
I filed a complaint through corporate for best western and they said the general manager would contact or the property owner
None had contacted me so far
Such is the service. Very poor experience