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Geothermal hot springs
Year-round soaks in naturally heated water, including Rock Lake and the indoor pool.
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Chena Hot Springs Resort
Geothermal soaks and aurora nights outside Fairbanks
Fairbanks, AK
1 night
See the sanctuary
Geothermal soaks and aurora nights outside Fairbanks
Geothermal hot springs resort outside Fairbanks for aurora nights, Rock Lake soaks, and year-round Interior Alaska stays.
Experience highlights
What a stay here actually feels like.
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Northern Lights valley
Dark Interior skies for aurora viewing, with guided snow-coach tours to open viewpoints.
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Lodge, cabin, and yurt stays
Moose Lodge rooms, cabins, suites, and forest yurts a short walk from the springs.
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Aurora Ice Museum
Year-round ice sculptures, ice bar, and illuminated igloo experiences on the property.
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Seasonal Alaska adventures
ATV, snowmachine, and outdoor programs that change with Interior Alaska seasons.
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The setting
Spaces, views, and surroundings at Chena Hot Springs Resort.
Your journey
Drive out from Fairbanks
About an hour on Chena Hot Springs Road into a dark Interior valley built around geothermal water.
Soak at the springs
Rock Lake and the indoor pool run year-round. Many lodging packages include hot springs passes.
Chase the aurora or Ice Museum
Book an aurora snow-coach tour or visit the Aurora Ice Museum. Winter skies are the peak draw.
Sleep on site
Moose Lodge, cabins, Bear Suites, Fox Rooms, yurts, or camping — steps from the springs.
Book direct
Reserve on chenahotsprings.com/stay or email frontdesk1@chenahotsprings.com. MindReach takes no booking fee.
About
About this getaway
Chena Hot Springs Resort sits about an hour from Fairbanks on Chena Hot Springs Road, known for naturally heated geothermal waters, remote wilderness lodging, and Northern Lights viewing. Guests come for Rock Lake and the indoor pool, then stay for lodge rooms, cabins, yurts, camping, and seasonal adventures from snowmachine and ATV tours to aurora snow-coach outings.
The resort dates to a 1905 discovery in the Alaskan interior and still runs as a self-contained destination: lodging steps from the springs, the Aurora Ice Museum, greenhouse dining, and dark-sky viewing from Charlie Dome. Winter travellers chase the aurora; summer guests use endless daylight for trails and outdoor soaks. Hot springs passes are included with lodging such as Moose Lodge rooms when booked through the official stay pages.
Book direct on chenahotsprings.com. Front desk: frontdesk1@chenahotsprings.com or +1-907-451-8104. MindReach does not take bookings or commission.
Chena Hot Springs Resort sits about an hour east of Fairbanks on Chena Hot Springs Road. Guests come for naturally heated geothermal water at Rock Lake and the indoor pool, then stay for Moose Lodge rooms, cabins, yurts, camping, the Aurora Ice Museum, and dark-sky aurora nights in Interior Alaska.
Packages & pricing
Rates and availability from the property's official booking page.
Lodge, cabin, or yurt stay
Overnight lodging with geothermal hot springs access when included for your room type. Book dates on the official Stay pages.
Check dates & bookAurora viewing tour
Tracked-vehicle ascent for open-sky Northern Lights viewing with heated yurts. Reserve through the resort aurora desk.
Check dates & bookPlan your trip
Availability notes
- • Winter aurora weekends book early — email frontdesk1@chenahotsprings.com for dates.
- • Ask about Moose Lodge, cabins, yurts, and midweek openings.
Accommodation
- lodge
- cabin
- yurt
- camping
Location & travel
- Getting there
- About one hour east of Fairbanks on Chena Hot Springs Road (17600 Chena Hot Springs Rd). Confirm winter road conditions before travel.
Policies
- Minimum stay
- Confirm minimum nights for your lodging type when you reserve.
- Cancellation
- Moose Lodge publishes cancel up to 24 hours prior for a full refund; confirm for other lodging.
- Children
- Family suites available; confirm child policies for your room type.
Good to know
- Languages
- English
- Payment
- Credit Card
Contact & book
Reach the retreat directly or reserve online
FAQ
Good to know
Where is Chena Hot Springs Resort?
17600 Chena Hot Springs Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99712. About a one-hour drive east of Fairbanks on Chena Hot Springs Road.
Can I soak and watch the aurora on the same trip?
Yes. Guests soak in geothermal waters year-round and book aurora viewing tours or self-guided sky watching from the dark valley. Winter is peak aurora season.
What lodging options are available?
Moose Lodge rooms, Bear Family Suites, Fox Rooms, cabins, yurts, and camping or RV sites. Check availability on chenahotsprings.com/stay.
Are hot springs passes included with lodging?
Many lodging types, including Moose Lodge, list hot springs passes as included. Confirm for your room type when you book.
What is check-in and check-out?
Published Moose Lodge hours: check-in from 4:00 PM, check-out at 11:00 AM. Confirm for other lodging types when you reserve.
How do I book?
Book direct at https://www.chenahotsprings.com/stay/ or email frontdesk1@chenahotsprings.com / call +1-907-451-8104. MindReach does not take the booking.
Is Wi-Fi available?
Wi-Fi is available in main lodge buildings and select common areas. Connectivity can be limited because of the remote location.
Are pets allowed?
Pets are permitted only in designated dry cabins and select Fox Rooms. Service animals follow ADA guidelines. Confirm when you book.
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