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Welcome to Sven's Hostel

Your Basecamp for

Alaska Adventures

Featured Accommodations

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4 Guests

The North Pole Cabin

King Bed + Bunk Bed

Experience a cozy cabin retreat with modern amenities and rustic charm. Perfect for families or small groups exploring Alaska's wild frontier.

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2 Guests

Eagles Nest Treehouse

Queen Bed

Perch high in the trees for stunning views of the surrounding wilderness. An intimate treehouse experience perfect for nature lovers and adventurers.

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2 Guests

Indiana Jones Tree House

King Bed

An adventurous elevated retreat offering unique views and memorable Alaska experiences.

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2-3 Guests

The Lynx Cabin

King Bed + Twin Futon

Comfortable and versatile cabin perfect for couples or small families seeking wilderness.

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Highlights in Fairbanks

Midnight Sun

Midnight Sun

Experience nearly 24 hours of daylight in summer, with the sun never truly setting from May through July

Northern Lights

Northern Lights

Witness the magical aurora borealis dancing across the night sky. From Mid-August until close in Mid-September you have the chance to see them

Denali National Park

Denali National Park

Home to North America's tallest peak and incredible wildlife viewing - grizzlies, moose, caribou, and dall sheep. Just 2 hours south

Chena Hot Springs

Chena Hot Springs

Natural hot springs resort with outdoor rock lake, aurora viewing, and ice museum. Just 60 miles from Fairbanks

Museum of the North

Museum of the North

World-class museum showcasing Alaska's art, culture, and natural history with stunning architecture on UAF campus

Pioneer Park

Pioneer Park

44-acre historic park with museums, native Alaskan art, gold rush history, and the sternwheeler Nenana

Chena River

Chena River

Kayaking, canoeing, and riverside trails perfect for summer adventures right in Fairbanks

Gold Dredge Tours

Gold Dredge Tours

Experience Alaska's Gold Rush history with tours of historic mining operations

Morris Thompson Cultural Center

Morris Thompson Cultural Center

Learn about Alaska Native culture, natural history, and visitor information

Hiking & Trail Systems

Hiking & Trail Systems

Explore miles of scenic trails through forests, rivers, and Alaska wilderness

Local Breweries & Food Scene

Local Breweries & Food Scene

Taste Alaska's craft beer and local cuisine in downtown Fairbanks

Riverboat Discovery Cruise

Riverboat Discovery Cruise

Historic sternwheeler cruise on the Chena and Tanana Rivers

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