Westgate Travel Guide
Fairbanks
Popular places to visit

Chena Hot Springs
You can take time to visit Chena Hot Springs during your travels to Fairbanks. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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.

Creamer's Field
Explore the great outdoors at Creamer's Field, a lovely green space in Fairbanks. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.

Pioneer Park
Explore the great outdoors at Pioneer Park, a lovely green space in Fairbanks. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.

Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum during your trip to Fairbanks. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

University of Alaska Museum of the North
You can spend time studying the exhibits at University of Alaska Museum of the North in Fairbanks. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Top hotels in Westgate

Golden North Inn
Clean and cozy room with airport shuttle
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Sophie Station Suites
Yep
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge
The room was clean. The beds and bedding was comfortable!!
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025

A Private City, Cabin-feel Studio for 1 Person
This was truly a great stay. The space was super clean and cozy. The outdoor spot cannot be left out either. Lots of effort went into that as well and it's a treat to see the sunflowers just outside the door.
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2025

Pike's Waterfront Lodge
The whole exp. If was very homey
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center
The breakfast buffet was just OK. It’s better to eat in the restaurant which was fantastic.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Westgate

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.

Aurora
Aurora might not have many top sights, but Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum 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 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 Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum and Creamer's Field.




