Clarion Hotel & Suites Fairbanks near Ft Wainwright

Clarion Hotel & Suites Fairbanks near Ft Wainwright

95 10th Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701, Fairbanks, United States

3-star hotel

Guest rating: 3.7 / 5

Overview

Clarion Hotel & Suites Fairbanks near Ft Wainwright is a 3-star hotel in Fairbanks at 95 10th Ave. It sits across the street from the Chena River and is positioned for easy access to central Fairbanks attractions. Public rating is 3.7/5 from 662 reviews.

Rooms

Guest rooms are described as warm and include free Wi‑Fi and TVs. Some room types add extra features such as kitchenettes, private balconies, and/or whirlpool tubs, offering more flexibility for longer stays or travelers who want in-room amenities beyond a standard setup.

Dining & Breakfast

A complimentary breakfast is included with the stay. The hotel also has an on-site casual barbecue restaurant/sports bar, giving guests an in-house option for dinner and drinks without leaving the property.

On-site Services

Complimentary perks include parking and an airport shuttle to Fairbanks International Airport (about 6 miles away). Practical facilities include a fitness center, guest laundry, and a business center (as referenced by guests), supporting both short and extended stays.

Location & Nearby Points of Interest

Many downtown attractions are within about a kilometer: Fairbanks Ice Museum (712 m), Morris Thompson Cultural & Visitors Center (784 m), Golden Heart Plaza (792 m), Explore Fairbanks (759 m), Fairbanks Children’s Museum (765 m), and the Fairbanks Alaska Public Lands Information Center (766 m). For bigger outings, Pioneer Park (3,094 m), Friends of Creamers Field at Creamer’s Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge (3,037 m), the S.S. Nenana Sternwheeler Riverboat (3,077 m), and the Tanana Valley Railroad Museum (3,089 m) are a short drive away. The University of Alaska Museum of the North (6,727 m) and Georgeson Botanical Garden (7,456 m) are farther out but still within city reach.

Best for

This hotel suits travelers who want a central Fairbanks base near downtown sights such as the Fairbanks Ice Museum, Golden Heart Plaza, and the Morris Thompson Cultural & Visitors Center (all roughly within 1 km). It’s also a practical pick for guests who value included basics—free breakfast, free parking, and an airport shuttle—plus the option of rooms with kitchenettes or added features like balconies or whirlpool tubs.

Travel tips

With many visitor-oriented stops close by (Explore Fairbanks, the Public Lands Information Center, and the Ice Museum are all under 1 km), plan some of your sightseeing on foot around downtown. If you’re flying in or out, the hotel is about 6 miles from Fairbanks International Airport and offers a shuttle service—confirm timing directly with the property. For longer stays, note there are guest laundry facilities on-site.

What guests say

Guests commonly highlight the convenient location and frequently mention friendly, helpful staff. Cleanliness and bed comfort come up positively in some feedback, and free breakfast is repeatedly noted as a valued inclusion. At the same time, several reviews describe the property as older and in need of updates, with specific complaints about room condition and cooling/AC effectiveness. Value perceptions are mixed, with some calling it reasonably priced while others felt it was overpriced for the condition.

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