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.
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.
Moose Mountain
Hit the slopes at Moose Mountain during your trip to Fairbanks. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
1 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska
Fairbanks City Highlights Tour
Half-Day Fairbanks Heritage Tour
Top hotels in Westgate
Sophie Station Suites
Pike's Waterfront Lodge
We had a wonderful stay at Pike's. The room was clean and had comfortable beds. The breakfast was delicious. The staff was beyond excellent. Everyone was so kind and friendly! The whole property is gorgeous, with great views along the river. We loved our stay here and will definitely come back next ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center
Clean room, okay for the price but terrible wifi.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Best Western Plus Pioneer Park Inn
Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge
This did have basic service that you would expect with a 3 star hotel. We were a party of 6, with 3 rooms reserved for 3 nights. Granted, we were some of the last visitors for the season, just prior to closure, but I literally had to go begging coffee refills for the mornings, and the tea was not ...
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025
Bridgewater Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Good
Reviewed on 30 Apr 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 Carlson Center Event Arena and Creamer's Field are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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, Fairbanks Community Museum and Chena River are top sights worth seeing.
Lemeta
While visiting Lemeta, you might make a stop by sights like Creamer's Field and Wedgewood Wildlife Sanctuary.
