Aurora Travel Guide
Fairbanks
Things to do

1 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska

Fairbanks: Gold Dredge 8 Historic Train Tour
Top hotels in Aurora

Aurora Cabin · Walk to Creamer's Field · Fire Pit · Trails · Near UAF
"Lovely property with fully stocked kitchen, laundry, kitchen, etc. Hosts were responsive and check in was very easy."
Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

Pike's Waterfront Lodge
"It was a really great introduction to Alaska. We enjoyed the great Alaska decorations in the lobby, the little colony of ducks out back, the views of the Chena River, and especially the reindeer compound. It was great to see them up close!"
Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026

Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center

Aspen Suites Hotel Fairbanks

Bridgewater Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Fairbanks Extended Stay
"Due to the tornados that came through Chicago, our flight was delayed by a day. Our reservation was for 3 days. I called the hotel when I realized our trip to Alaska was being delayed and asked to modify the reservation from 3 days to 2 days. I was told no problem and that it would be taken care ..."
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Aurora

College
If you're spending some time in College, University of Alaska Museum of the North and Creamer's Field are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Fairbanks
If you're spending some time in Downtown Fairbanks, Fairbanks Ice Museum and Chena River are top sights worth seeing.

Westgate
Though Westgate may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pioneer Park and Carlson Center Event Arena.

Hamilton Acres
While Hamilton Acres isn't home to many top sights, Fort Wainwright and Morris Thompson Cultural & Visitors Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

South Fairbanks
When in South Fairbanks, you can plan a visit to Fort Wainwright and Fairbanks Ice Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
















