Title: Visit Chena: 2026 Travel Guide for Chena, Fairbanks | Expedia.com [Hotels in Chena](https://expedia.com/Chena-Hotels.d553248635975847798.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Chena](https://expedia.com/Chena-Vacation-Rentals.d553248635975847798.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Car Rentals in Chena](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Chena.d553248635975847798.Car-Rental-Guide)[Chena Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Chena.d553248635975847798.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Chena, AK ## Travel Guide ## Visit Chena Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_553248635975847798) - Chena Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Chena ![Pike's Waterfront Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9770000/9769200/9769154/73190d1b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pike's Waterfront Lodge 1850 Hoselton Rd Fairbanks AK $188 nightly $203 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fairbanks. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,245 reviews) No pets, or tub Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F8%2F2026&endDate=3%2F9%2F2026&selected=9769154&PinnedHotelID=9769154&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975847798) ![Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17400/17360/f5404ec4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center 813 Noble St Fairbanks AK $114 nightly $123 total Apr 2 - Apr 3 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fairbanks. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ... 8/10 Very Good! (482 reviews) Great location to downtown Fairbanks and pickup for tours. Restaurant breakfast buffet is not good for price. Its more of a limited continental breakfast. Gift shop was closed so no access to needed amenities. Rooms are older and it shows - carpet, showers, heating/air, tv channels. The restaurant/bar ... Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F2%2F2026&endDate=4%2F3%2F2026&selected=17360&PinnedHotelID=17360&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975847798) ![La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fairbanks Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1570000/1568500/1568482/826d5d1d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fairbanks Airport 4920 Dale Rd Fairbanks AK $158 nightly $170 total Mar 28 - Mar 29 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fairbanks. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews) 3 bulbs out in room, cold air coming into the room from under heater Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F28%2F2026&endDate=3%2F29%2F2026&selected=1568482&PinnedHotelID=1568482&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975847798) [See all 485 properties in Chena](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=3%2F8%2F2026&endDate=3%2F9%2F2026®ionId=553248635975847798) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![North Star Place](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91210000/91209100/91209012/a873a055_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### North Star Place 1313 22nd Ave Fairbanks AK Stay at this apartment in Fairbanks. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (135 reviews) The parking was very safe and the accommodations were lovely and comfortable. Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Fairbanks-Hotels-North-Star-Place.h91209012.Hotel-Information) ![Bright & Roomy 2 Bedroom ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100780000/100773400/100773312/w1124h811x0y0-b4174f83_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Bright & Roomy 2 Bedroom Fairbanks AK Stay at this vacation home in Fairbanks. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions Fairbanks Drama Association and Children’s Theatre and Growden Memorial ... 10/10 Exceptional! (60 reviews) Ben was a fantastic host! The place was exactly what we needed for our trip. Clean and lovely Alaskan themed. The snack basket was a great surprise that my kid loved as well. Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Fairbanks-Hotels-Bright-Roomy-2-Bedroom.h100773312.Hotel-Information) ![Comfortable House With Kitchen On The Chena River. Family Friendly.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27140000/27130600/27130539/w934h657x0y0-3bcb1353_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Comfortable House With Kitchen On The Chena River. Family Friendly. Fairbanks AK Stay at this vacation home in Fairbanks. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions University of Alaska Museum of the North and ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (208 reviews) Very accommodating and easy going. Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Fairbanks-Hotels-Comfortable-House-With-Kitchen-On-The-Chena-River-Family-Friendly.h27130539.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Chena](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635975847798&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Chena hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975847798&startDate=2026-03-07&endDate=2026-03-08)[Mar 7 - Mar 8](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975847798&startDate=2026-03-07&endDate=2026-03-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975847798&startDate=2026-03-08&endDate=2026-03-09)[Mar 8 - Mar 9](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975847798&startDate=2026-03-08&endDate=2026-03-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975847798&startDate=3%2F13%2F2026&endDate=3%2F15%2F2026)[Mar 13 - Mar 15](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975847798&startDate=3%2F13%2F2026&endDate=3%2F15%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Chena Hot Springs showing a pool and a park as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6085617/df4e3f0c-ced8-4c04-97c2-19d03530d30a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Chena-Hot-Springs-Fairbanks.d6085617.Vacation-Attraction) ![Everybody I've spoken to and anything I read about Fairbanks said that the museum was a major highlight...I personally found it quite small and disengaging, although I think if you watch one of the movies](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1190/c1556b28-d346-4530-9dd2-2ab2e0309edb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University of Alaska-Fairbanks Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Alaska-Fairbanks, during your travels in Fairbanks. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.com/University-Of-Alaska-Fairbanks-College.d6085603.Vacation-Attraction) ![Night starry view of a ice dome in Chena Hot Springs Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6085609/f22b1c89-1386-4731-b416-ebb615f87364.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Fairbanks Ice Museum You can spend time studying the exhibits at Fairbanks Ice Museum in Fairbanks. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.com/Fairbanks-Ice-Museum-Downtown-Fairbanks.d6085609.Vacation-Attraction) ![Alaska Scene](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532649905/07022d00-5ae7-4af9-a5d6-c119f6320f46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Moose Mountain Hit the slopes at Moose Mountain during your trip to Fairbanks. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.com/Moose-Mountain-Fairbanks.d553248621532649905.Vacation-Attraction) ![Creamers Field showing tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6085613/6b6be7bc-1bce-472a-bd11-166a8098bce4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Creamer's Field Follow elevated trails and see waterfowl and many other bird species in this immense sanctuary, dedicated to promoting environmental awareness. [](https://expedia.com/Creamers-Field-Fairbanks.d6085613.Vacation-Attraction) ![Pioneer Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6085611/c8f66353-c40d-4361-a59b-02c4c6717943.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Pioneer-Park-Fairbanks.d6085611.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![1 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48697050/4550e4b3-bc5c-4bf8-b797-ad2a566315fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 1 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska $165 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/1-day-shared-tour-arctic-circle-and-aurora-viewing-in-alaska.a48697050.activity-details) ![Aurora Glass House – Northern Lights &Photography @ Cleary Summit](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49220696/3a23e469-bac9-4a52-90df-44e7a4a0378e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Aurora Glass House – Northern Lights and Photos at Cleary Summit $179 per adult **76%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/aurora-glass-house-northern-lights-and-photos-at-cleary-summit.a49220696.activity-details) ![Arctic Circle & Northern Lights Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/422196/da07f96d-69b2-4e42-8881-89f789ce06e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Arctic Circle & Northern Lights Tour from Fairbanks $320 per traveler **82%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/arctic-circle-northern-lights-tour-from-fairbanks.a422196.activity-details) ![Walking with Reindeer Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48986424/c97889f6-dd16-45c5-865e-a2fdf2008f55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Walking with Reindeer Experience $85 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/walking-with-reindeer-experience.a48986424.activity-details) ![Split image of a couple in the Chena Hot Springs and the Northern Lights at night in Fairbanks](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/422194/a953dbd7-f40b-4b56-a510-882e5f0c7669.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chena Hot Springs with Ice Museum Tour & Northern Lights $240 per traveler **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/chena-hot-springs-with-ice-museum-tour-northern-lights.a422194.activity-details) ![From Fairbanks: Northern Lights Aurora Tour with Photography](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48009593/faa86d44-dc69-4269-995e-be6e7bc3bf96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Fairbanks: Northern Lights Aurora Tour with Photography $210 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/from-fairbanks-northern-lights-aurora-tour-with-photography.a48009593.activity-details) [See all activities in Chena](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Chena.d553248635975847798.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Chena ![Fairbanks](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1190/30adbabb-3dd9-404f-8073-b9e1da1a5329.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Fairbanks - Cities near Chena - Places of interest [Fairbanks](https://expedia.com/Fairbanks.dx1190) - [Fort Wainwright ](https://expedia.com/Fort-Wainwright-Fairbanks.d6228346.Vacation-Attraction) - [University of Alaska-Fairbanks ](https://expedia.com/University-Of-Alaska-Fairbanks-College.d6085603.Vacation-Attraction) - [Fairbanks Ice Museum ](https://expedia.com/Fairbanks-Ice-Museum-Downtown-Fairbanks.d6085609.Vacation-Attraction) - [Moose Mountain ](https://expedia.com/Moose-Mountain-Fairbanks.d553248621532649905.Vacation-Attraction) - [Chena River ](https://expedia.com/Chena-River-Alaska.d681584157049225216.Vacation-Attraction) - [Creamer's Field ](https://expedia.com/Creamers-Field-Fairbanks.d6085613.Vacation-Attraction) - [Santa Claus House ](https://expedia.com/Santa-Claus-House-North-Pole.d553248621532649909.Vacation-Attraction) - [Pioneer Park ](https://expedia.com/Pioneer-Park-Fairbanks.d6085611.Vacation-Attraction) - [Morris Thompson Cultural & Visitors Center ](https://expedia.com/Morris-Thompson-Cultural-Visitors-Center-Downtown-Fairbanks.d553248621561861647.Vacation-Attraction) - [Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum ](https://expedia.com/Fountainhead-Antique-Auto-Museum-Lemeta.d553248621532649904.Vacation-Attraction) - [Big Dipper Ice Arena ](https://expedia.com/Big-Dipper-Ice-Arena-Fairbanks.d553248621532649831.Vacation-Attraction) - [Birch Hill Recreation Area ](https://expedia.com/Birch-Hill-Recreation-Area-Fairbanks.d553248621561861658.Vacation-Attraction) - [University of Alaska Museum of the North ](https://expedia.com/University-Of-Alaska-Museum-Of-The-North-College.d6085605.Vacation-Attraction) - [Carlson Center Event Arena ](https://expedia.com/Carlson-Center-Event-Arena-Fairbanks.d6228535.Vacation-Attraction) - [Fairbanks Golf Course ](https://expedia.com/Fairbanks-Golf-Course-College.d553248621532649907.Vacation-Attraction) - [40 Below Fairbanks ](https://expedia.com/40-Below-Fairbanks-Fairbanks.d553248621532649829.Vacation-Attraction) - [Wedgewood Wildlife Sanctuary ](https://expedia.com/Wedgewood-Wildlife-Sanctuary-Lemeta.d553248621532649834.Vacation-Attraction) - [Growden Memorial Park ](https://expedia.com/Growden-Memorial-Park-Fairbanks.d6085623.Vacation-Attraction) - [Alaska House Art Gallery ](https://expedia.com/Alaska-House-Art-Gallery-Downtown-Fairbanks.d6172130.Vacation-Attraction) - [Pioneer Air Museum ](https://expedia.com/Pioneer-Air-Museum-Fairbanks.d553248621532649828.Vacation-Attraction) - [Gold Daughters ](https://expedia.com/Gold-Daughters-Fairbanks.d553248635922898694.Vacation-Attraction) - [Fairbanks Community Museum ](https://expedia.com/Fairbanks-Community-Museum-Slaterville.d6085607.Vacation-Attraction) - [Large Animal Research Station ](https://expedia.com/Large-Animal-Research-Station-College.d553248621532649906.Vacation-Attraction) - [Dog Mushers Museum ](https://expedia.com/Dog-Mushers-Museum-Downtown-Fairbanks.d553248621532649899.Vacation-Attraction) - [Georgeson Botanical Garden ](https://expedia.com/Georgeson-Botanical-Garden-College.d6085615.Vacation-Attraction) - [North Star Golf Club ](https://expedia.com/North-Star-Golf-Club-Fairbanks.d553248621532649910.Vacation-Attraction) - [Fairbanks Drama Association and Children’s Theatre ](https://expedia.com/Fairbanks-Drama-Association-And-Childrens-Theatre-Fairbanks.d553248621561861646.Vacation-Attraction)