MindReachGetaways

Fairbanks, AK

Chena Hot Springs Resort

Geothermal soaks and aurora nights outside Fairbanks

geothermal hot springsNorthern LightsInterior Alaska
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Our read

The water is the reason to come, and getting there is part of the reset.

Come here for

  • Bathing culture over treatment menus
  • Sleeping outdoors without giving up a real bed
  • Swimming, paddling or simply staring at water

Skip it if

  • You want to arrive on a whim — reaching it takes planning
  • You want restaurants and an evening scene within walking distance

We’d rather send you somewhere else than send you somewhere that doesn’t suit you.

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Inside Chena Hot Springs Resort

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01 - Arrive

The place itself

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.

02 - Feel

Why it is different

Geothermal hot springs

Year-round soaks in naturally heated water, including Rock Lake and the indoor pool.

Northern Lights valley

Dark Interior skies for aurora viewing, with guided snow-coach tours to open viewpoints.

Lodge, cabin, and yurt stays

Moose Lodge rooms, cabins, suites, and forest yurts a short walk from the springs.

Aurora Ice Museum

Year-round ice sculptures, ice bar, and illuminated igloo experiences on the property.

Seasonal Alaska adventures

ATV, snowmachine, and outdoor programs that change with Interior Alaska seasons.

03 · Live here

How the days go

  1. Drive out from Fairbanks

    About an hour on Chena Hot Springs Road into a dark Interior valley built around geothermal water.

  2. Soak at the springs

    Rock Lake and the indoor pool run year-round. Many lodging packages include hot springs passes.

  3. Chase the aurora or Ice Museum

    Book an aurora snow-coach tour or visit the Aurora Ice Museum. Winter skies are the peak draw.

  4. Sleep on site

    Moose Lodge, cabins, Bear Suites, Fox Rooms, yurts, or camping. Steps from the springs.

  5. Book direct

    Reserve on chenahotsprings.com/stay or email frontdesk1@chenahotsprings.com. MindReach takes no booking fee.

04 - Stay

Ways to stay

Lodge, cabin, or yurt stay

See chenahotsprings.com/stay

Overnight lodging with geothermal hot springs access when included for your room type. Book dates on the official Stay pages.

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Aurora viewing tour

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Tracked-vehicle ascent for open-sky Northern Lights viewing with heated yurts. Reserve through the resort aurora desk.

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05 - Know

Before you go

Written from what the property publishes. Not yet checked by hand. Confirm on their site before you book.

About one hour east of Fairbanks on Chena Hot Springs Road (17600 Chena Hot Springs Rd). Confirm winter road conditions before travel.

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Stay for

Confirm minimum nights for your lodging type when you reserve.

Children

Family suites available; confirm child policies for your room type.

If plans change

Moose Lodge publishes cancel up to 24 hours prior for a full refund; confirm for other lodging.

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.

06 · Go

Chena Hot Springs Resort

Fairbanks, AK

The water is the reason to come, and getting there is part of the reset.

Season
Winter for peak aurora and snow-coach tours
Getting there
About one hour east of Fairbanks on Chena Hot Springs Road (17600 Chena Hot Springs Rd).
From where you are
Distance appears once we know where you are.
Included
Lodging type you book (lodge, cabin, suite, yurt, or camping) · Hot springs passes with many lodging types (confirm when booking) · Access to resort dining and activities desks

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