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Northern Sky Lodge

Property class: 3

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A wooden deck with a table and chairs, surrounded by a wooden railing, overlooking a grassy landscape with trees.
A cozy cabin interior with wooden walls, a dining table, chairs, a coffee maker, and a window overlooking a snowy forest.
A wooden cabin with a balcony and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A wooden interior with a large central column, dining tables, and chairs.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and wooden beams.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
The current price is $232
$215 nightly
$232 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 19 - Sep 20

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8587 Parks Hwy, Fairbanks, AK, 99709
  • Place, University of Alaska-Fairbanks
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Chena River
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Fort Wainwright
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Raven Room (First Floor)

A rustic log cabin room with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a wooden cabinet.

Raven Room (First Floor)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Mining Room (First Floor)

A log cabin room with two beds, each with striped bedding and a nightstand with a lamp.

Mining Room (First Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Denali Room (Second Floor)

A bed with a patterned bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp, and decorative wall art.

Denali Room (Second Floor)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Bear Room (Second Floor)

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a wall-mounted mirror, and three framed pictures of bears.

Bear Room (Second Floor)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Moose Room (Second Floor)

A hotel room with two beds, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

Moose Room (Second Floor)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Eagle & Aurora Rooms (First Floor)

A wooden bed with a headboard, a bedside lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a log wall.

Eagle & Aurora Rooms (First Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Fox Room (Second Floor)

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Fox Room (Second Floor)

  • Valley view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Caribou Room (Second Floor)

A neatly made bed with patterned bedding, a wall-mounted lamp, and a small wooden table with a lamp.

Caribou Room (Second Floor)

  • Valley view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Fairbanks

With a stay at Northern Sky Lodge in Fairbanks, you'll be 23.9 mi (38.4 km) from Chena River and 24.4 mi (39.3 km) from Alfred Starr Cultural Center & Museum. .This lodge is 24.4 mi (39.3 km) from University of Alaska-Fairbanks and 25.3 mi (40.7 km) from Georgeson Botanical Garden.
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What's nearby

  • Alfred Starr Cultural Center & Museum - 24 min drive - 30.7 miles
  • University of Alaska-Fairbanks - 24 min drive - 29.7 miles
  • Chena River - 26 min drive - 31.7 miles
  • Pioneer Park - 32 min drive - 34.5 miles
  • Fort Wainwright - 34 min drive - 39.3 miles

Getting around

  • Fairbanks Intl. Airport (FAI) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪SKINNY DICK*S HALF WAY INN - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Northern Sky Lodge

Northern Sky Lodge offers 7 accommodations with rice cookers and shared/communal kitchens. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include portable fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

Make yourself at home in one of the 7 guestrooms featuring microwaves. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this lodge include wedding services, a television in a common area, and a picnic area.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and microwave in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Rice cooker
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Mobile key entry
  • Portable fan
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Contactless check-in available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests will receive key retrieval information

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out 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, debit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Northern Sky Lodge Fairbanks

Northern Sky Fairbanks

Northern Sky Lodge Nenana

Northern Sky Nenana

Lodge Northern Sky Lodge Nenana

Nenana Northern Sky Lodge Lodge

Lodge Northern Sky Lodge

Northern Sky

Northern Sky Lodge Lodge

Northern Sky Lodge Fairbanks

Northern Sky Lodge Lodge Fairbanks

Northern Sky Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 199 out of 266 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 266 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 266 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 266 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 266 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very nice and clean. Good amenities and breakfast. Away from road, it seemed isolated, but it wasn’t. Just a short drive off road which was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margarita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the perfect place to stay in. I would definitely recommend it. We were able to see the northern light 2 nights out of the 4 we were there. It felt like I was home away from home.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Breakfast was dry cereal, bagels cream cheese and yogurt. More protein options would be a great addition
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fabulous place to see the Northern Lights. The lodge is cozy and the option to cook is great. There weren't many people when we came, so privacy in the common areas was great. Communication with staff was topnotch.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the lodge & will recommend it to our friends.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well described, very comfortable lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ramesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable B&B cabin in a serene wooded location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Vanna,

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Malini

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Unique Wish we had another day to stay here
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and awesome staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We found this lodge very cozy and comfortable! A continental breakfast was provided each morning. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice remote and quiet little lodge. Never did see any staff but check in was easy got my own breakfast from the kitchen
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were able to see Aurora Borealis from a driveway across from a clearing in the forest only half a mile from the property. gorgeous scenery
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very peaceful quiet and everything one needs, great dining area!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

BONGJIP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and dining area were ckean. The staff was so kind.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gayle

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

Adventure

Nice views and Alaskan Lodge. Beds comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Scenic views
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carol

Very cozy and quiet. Great views
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MICHELLE

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

Nice country living

The house was clean and well stocked. Very welcoming and quiet. The beds were wonderful being soft and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and comfortable. The common areas were well appointed though we didn’t use them much. Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a wonderful property with the individual room designs, beautiful view and comfy atmosphere. We were made to feel like family.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful location! We chose the location with hopes of seeing the northern lights. Unfortunately it rained all night while we were there. Spacious kitchen and breakfast area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked everything. It was an old log lodge. Very comfortable. The beds were very comfortable!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Romil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great host, even has a snacks for guests we came last at night and almost everything nearby was closed the host had a nice kitchen and few snacks. overall and amazing place this place is like a castle I wish aurora was visible when we were here it would be a memory of a lifetime
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to see the aurora.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024