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    North Pole Aurora Lodge

    5.0 (1 review)

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    Alaska Heritage House - Garden Room

    Alaska Heritage House

    4.8(28 reviews)
    10.8 mi

    Thank you Jill and Scott for a wonderful stay! We had 6 great nights/days and I recommend staying…read moreat this place if you are ever visiting Fairbanks. I really appreciated the time Jill and Scott spent with us over breakfast telling us about the history of Fairbanks and giving us tips about what to do and where to go for dinner. I loved hearing about the history of the house and looking at all the black and white photos from over 100 years ago. Thank you for making it one of the best vacations we've ever had!

    Yelpers near and far listen here and listen closely: you absolutely 100% want to stay at this…read moreincredible Bed and Breakfast known as Alaska Heritage House. My dad and I had the opportunity to stay here on Tuesday, July 2, 2019. We just needed a quick place to stay for one night in Fairbanks as we had another flight to Bettles the following morning. So, so many regrets - I wish we had at least two nights here! The place is listed on the National Register of Historic Places!!! How awesome! We stayed in the William Room ($131) which was on the first floor of this beautifully historic bed and breakfast located in the heart of Fairbanks. The manager (?), Melanie, greeted us and got us checked in for the night. We were able to make ourselves feel at home even with all of the antiques everywhere. I was truly amazed and got out my DSLR to take some more photos. We did our laundry every chance we got during our five-week trip so I was quite thankful Melanie allowed us to use the washer and dryer which were located in the basement. Although each room seemed to be booked, we actually didn't see many other guests during our short stay. Like I mentioned before, our stay was short and we had to leave to get back to the airport pretty early. Melanie was so gracious to accommodate us and still provide breakfast despite it being before the normal breakfast time - I really appreciate that! The pancakes, sausage, and fresh fruit were all incredible and I'm not just saying that - it was one of the best breakfasts of the entire trip! I'm going to let the pictures show how great this place is but I do want to note this is one of the oldest buildings in Alaska, built in the 1916s (I think) by a wealthy man to court a female to Fairbanks. It was sold a short while later to author Mary Lee Davis and has since changed owners upwards of 11 times. It's been restored and decorated to reflect the early 19th century. Check out the pictures but more importantly, book a stay here!

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    Alaska Heritage House - The splendor of winter at the Alaska Heriage House

    The splendor of winter at the Alaska Heriage House

    Alaska Heritage House - Dad relaxing at Alaska Heritage House, July 2019

    Dad relaxing at Alaska Heritage House, July 2019

    Alaska Heritage House - I just couldn't get over the decor. Alaska Heritage House, July 2019.

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    I just couldn't get over the decor. Alaska Heritage House, July 2019.

    Alaska Grizzly Lodge - Front porch

    Alaska Grizzly Lodge

    3.9(17 reviews)
    7.5 mi

    Alaska Grizzly Lodge: an absolute gem about 15 minutes north of downtown and easily one of the…read morehighlights of our trip. It's run by Janet, Fred, and JB: all incredibly friendly people who go out of their way to make your stay special. You can tell they genuinely care about every guest having a great experience. One of the coolest parts: you can see the Aurora right from the property since it's tucked away from city lights in lightly wooded surroundings. That said: I still recommend doing at least one guided tour because the experience can be even better. What really stood out: Janet tracks maps, cameras, KP index, and weather forecasts every night, stays up until 3am, and will literally knock on your door if the Northern Lights appear. That level of service is amazing. They're also very knowledgeable: not just about the Aurora, but even the annual ice sculpture festival. The breakfasts were delicious. JB and Fred prepared both continental and cooked meals that hit the spot. The rooms were clean, cozy, and comfortable, with an extra heater if needed, though central heating was always on. The common area was spacious, with plenty of tables and lounge seating to relax. The guests were all friendly, which added to the welcoming vibe. Bottom line: this place didn't just provide a place to stay, it made the trip!

    UPDATE! As I write this, I am sitting in the lovely common area of the lodge, watching the sun come…read moreup. I am updating my review because once we got here, the hosts were wonderful, and the lodge is exactly what we wanted. Very comfy, nice amenities, cozy chairs for reading, etc. The hosts, Janet and Fred, are very friendly and knowledgeable about both the local area and aurora viewing. Fred handles the hot breakfast every day and has been eager to accommodate my dietary requests, even tho I offered to bring my own items. Janet handles the night shift and happily wakes guests personally if and when the aurora decides to pop up. As others mentioned, there are multiple viewing balconies so you can see the lights wherever they decide to show themselves. Who knew that the "northern" lights are sometimes in the south? Well, now I know! In short, the place is great. I wish we could stay longer! Hopefully they get the website back online and get the other communication issues resolved soon. They are working very hard to keep up with everything (Fairbanks is not the most gentle climate for a big ol' wooden building!) and I wish them all the best with the business.

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    Alaska Grizzly Lodge - Aurora view with the lodge

    Aurora view with the lodge

    Alaska Grizzly Lodge - Our messy room

    Our messy room

    Alaska Grizzly Lodge - Northern lights at the Grizzly Lodge.

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    Northern lights at the Grizzly Lodge.

    Alaska Log Cabins On The Pond B&b - Sunrise from the main house deck after getting our fill of biscuits and gravy.

    Alaska Log Cabins On The Pond B&b

    5.0(2 reviews)
    2.9 mi

    This place was exactly what we wanted! I encourage you to know what your booking. We wanted rustic…read moreand more of an Alaskan adventure rather than a upscale hotel. We came to Alaska to experience it as Alaska should be. I didn't want to walk out my door to a long hotel hallway. Instead I walked out of my cabin to a snow filled wonderland with wilderness and a pond. One where instead of needing a tour guide I could stand by the pond in front of the cabin and see the northern lights. Jim and Syd are amazing people with more hospitality than you can imagine. Jim made us a wonderful breakfast every morning from scratch not a frozen bag. The conversations were always exciting. They would both share their stories and experiences, tell us what not to miss and what the area held. When other guest joined us it was as fun to hear their stories. Way more interaction than at a typical hotel. Remember to read the description. These are dry cabins- no water, no toilet, no sink. Like I said earlier, know what your booking. However the shower house is less than a minute walk from each cabin and it is warm and clean plenty of hot water and toiletries. Not a big deal at all. I encourage you to step out of your comfort zone and enjoy this! Listen to Jim and Syd and ask for their advice and use their expertise. Our last day Jim took us ice fishing on the pond which was amazing in itself, but then he invited us to the house as he cooked up the rainbow trout we had caught and made us lunch! Perfect ending to a perfect trip!

    We can not say enough good things about our experience at Cabins on the Pond. The cabins were…read morewarm,clean,well appointed and just perfectly charming, as they should be considering our host , Jim Swearingin,built them himself! The modern bath house are actually 2 full baths with showers, flushing toilets, and sink vanity. All very clean with plenty of hot water and a toasty temp of 78F. Even when it was -40below outside. The view is amazing. Outside of the city, so it's dark to highlight those Aurora Borealis that you can see right from inside your cabin. Or step outside for the real light show, all of your pictures will be perfectly showcased with spruce trees and snow banks . Jim even wakes you up so you don't miss the Northern Lights! Don't miss fishing with Jim and the tasty fish dinner he prepares later that night for you. And that rice, off the hook good. This experience will be a memory maker for you. Again, DON'T MISS IT! Every morning from 7-9 make your way up to Jim & Syd's breakfast table. He offers some of Alaska's best down home cooking! The chat with the two of them is wonderful. They both exemplify hospitality! The best was making new friends with these two super fantastic and gracious people! Their energy and love of the land is contagious. We will forever have them in our heart and WILL for sure see them again!

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    Alaska Log Cabins On The Pond B&b
    Alaska Log Cabins On The Pond B&b - Artic Char

    Artic Char

    Alaska Log Cabins On The Pond B&b - Sun going down over the pond

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    Sun going down over the pond

    Moose Tracks B&B - Shared Bathroom

    Moose Tracks B&B

    5.0(3 reviews)
    3.5 mi

    Wonderfully homey place to stay! Moose Tracks is hidden away on a small gravel road right off…read morehighway 2 in the town of North Pole, only minutes away from the main town center. The owner, Angela, didn't leave a single item unchecked for accommodations. Hot tub, board games, coffee, tea, hot chocolate, towels, laundry, TVs. The overall layout of the B&B appears to be a converted duplex. The guest area is comprised of 3 bedrooms and a shared bathroom with a shared living, dining and kitchen. Wonderful 1 night stay!

    Times when it's nice to come back to Moose Tracks B&B for the night:…read more* When you almost got in an accident because Alaska drivers never signal and turn left out of the right lane. * When every museum you wanted to see is a disappointment and you ate at an awful place for dinner. * When your friend is late to Fairbanks and all you want to do is sleep for the early morning. * When you were stuck in Deadhorse with a broken-down car and had to fly through multiple airports at the last minute and great expense, and are not even back in Fairbanks until the next day, and the sun is somehow still out, and all you want to do is sleep forever. All of the above. Amongst my crazy Alaskan Arctic adventures, Moose Tracks was the one refuge. This brand-new place has a welcoming, spacious common area with kitchen, generously stocked with continental breakfaststuffs, and each bedroom is quiet and right-sized. It's definitely hard to find this place, as the turn is not marked - it's exactly 14 km south of Airport Way, just turn right after you see the building with a blue roof that says "HOWDY" on the side (as of 2018). The neighborhood is unusual, full of messy yards with discarded equipment, and the road condition leaves much to be desired. But once you're here, you won't want to leave. It's an oasis among the muck of Fairbanks, and the best price you'll ever find. Worth the drive from the airport or downtown. Worth staying there twice on non-consecutive nights. Leave a story in the guest book.

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    Moose Tracks B&B - Common Area

    Common Area

    Moose Tracks B&B - Winter time

    Winter time

    Moose Tracks B&B - New Kitchen to enjoy our Continental Breakfast or prepare your own meals.

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    New Kitchen to enjoy our Continental Breakfast or prepare your own meals.

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