Westgate Travel Guide
Fairbanks
Popular places to visit
Chena Hot Springs
This famous eco-friendly resort community in Alaska is known for its peaceful outdoor hot springs, spectacular ice museum and outdoor activities.
University of Alaska-Fairbanks
Explore the campus of University of Alaska-Fairbanks during your travels in Fairbanks. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Fairbanks Ice Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Fairbanks Ice Museum in Fairbanks. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Moose Mountain
Hit the slopes at Moose Mountain during your trip to Fairbanks. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Pioneer Park
Take a trip through time at this historical theme park, which celebrates Alaska’s pioneering heritage with museums, playgrounds, restored aircraft and a riverboat.
Creamer's Field
Follow elevated trails and see waterfowl and many other bird species in this immense sanctuary, dedicated to promoting environmental awareness.
Things to do
Mountaintop 360° Best Alaskan Cabin with Photography @Aurora Camp
Dog Sledding and Mushing Experience in North Pole
1 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska
Arctic Circle & Northern Lights Tour from Fairbanks
Chena Hot Springs with Ice Museum Tour & Northern Lights
Top hotels in Westgate
Sophie Station Suites
Adequate amenities and clean property, ideal for budget stays
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Rewak Studios
Pike's Waterfront Lodge
Breakfast was fresh and pretty good, but they need to put more wafflemakers out. There were only 2 and the line was always long. Love the cozy, rustic cottage. Carpets and the inside walls (logs) could use a deep cleaning, however. I forgot to pack slippers and had to gobto Walmart to buy some to ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center
It met the needs for the night. Front desk staff was more interested in their own conversation than checking guests in.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fairbanks Airport
Room smelled like fried chicken. Coffee machine in lobby was not working properly.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Bridgewater Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Very old property and minimal amenities. Loud and sound proof walls are weak. Staff is ok. House keeping forgot to clean our room on cleaning day. Two great things: (1) great location, walking distance to restaurants. (2) Everyone knows or heard of hotel so when lost they can direct you.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Westgate
College
If you're spending some time in College, Creamer's Field and Chena River are top sights worth seeing.
Aurora
Aurora might not have many top sights, but Creamer's Field and Pioneer Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
South Fairbanks
When in South Fairbanks, you can plan a visit to Fort Wainwright and Big Dipper Ice Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Downtown Fairbanks
If you're spending some time in Downtown Fairbanks, Fairbanks Ice Museum and Chena River are top sights worth seeing.
Slaterville
If you're spending some time in Slaterville, Chena River and Fairbanks Community Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Lemeta
While visiting Lemeta, you might make a stop by sights like Creamer's Field and Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum.
