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The Pioneer Motel

2.5 star property
Travelers find a welcoming retreat at this motel where barbecue grills provide a place to relax and complimentary newspapers keep everyone informed

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The Pioneer Motel offers practical comforts that make extended stays easier - from laundry facilities to free in-room WiFi. Staff members assist with express check-in and safely store luggage while providing local insights that help guests navigate the area.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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  • Mountain view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
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  • Mountain view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
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  • Sleeps 2
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Bed, Pet Friendly

10.0 out of 10
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(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Palmer is home to The Pioneer Motel. Finger Lake State Recreation Area and Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Musk Ox Farm and Alaska Railroad. Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm and Reindeer Farm are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing, rock climbing, and mountain biking. Visit our Palmer travel guide
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124 W Arctic Ave, Palmer, AK, 99645

What's nearby

  • Two reindeer grazing in a muddy enclosure with a mountain in the background.
    Reindeer Farm
    14 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • A mountainous landscape with a winding road and a small settlement.
    Independence Mine State Historical Park
    36 min drive - 22.8 miles
  • Colony House Museum
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mat-Su Visitors Center
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Palmer Visitor Information Center
    12 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Wasilla Alaska Railroad Depot
    16 min drive
  • Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl. Airport (ANC)
    57 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    14 min walk
  • Palmer Alehouse
    14 min walk
  • Fred Meyer Fuel
    1 min walk
  • 203 Kombucha
    5 min walk
  • Perkup Espresso
    3 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 20.00 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 20.00 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests must contact this property in advance if they plan to bring a pet. Breed restrictions may apply.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is The Pioneer Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 20 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Pioneer Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Pioneer Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Pioneer Motel located?

Situated in Palmer, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Mat-Su Visitors Center and Colony House Museum. Palmer Visitor Information Center and Arkose Brewery are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

The Pioneer Motel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 493 out of 788 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 214 out of 788 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 788 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 788 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 788 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking and nice staff and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

tamra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, and staff was very friendly and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Older motel exterior fairly well maintained. Room completely remodeled with new flooring, bathroom and kitchenette. We had a pet friendly room and it was one of the nicest low budget motels I’ve stayed at!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place is clean and modest...very quiet area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great location in Palmer, nice staff and check in. The room was large and had been remodeled. The only thing is that it didn’t have shampoo and conditioner and because of my long vacation I didn’t have any. I would def stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and comfortable staff was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff, cute clean rooms. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are great. Spacious and immaculate. Beds extremely comfortable. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived earlier than the posted check in times and were able to check in early. The staff was helpful and friendly during our interactions. The manager (I believe her name is Jenny), even checked to see of she could upgrade our room but the room style she would have switched us to was fully booked out.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very clean -- we'll stay here again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, check in was quick
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in, clean cozy rooms, and within close proximity to most things Palmer has to offer.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kaila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, big and open, with a coffee counter and space to eat. I stayed when it was below zero outside, and the room was rather cold; however the inn supplied a portable heater and that did the trick in keeping us toasty warm. Pizza and snacks within walking distance. Enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great check in procedure and the place very comfortable- we will certainly stay again, walking distance to many places also!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I”ve stayed here several times. It is consistently clean, easy check in, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A clean safe place to stay, staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Billie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Place was very clean. Ideal location for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stay is always great Clean, courtesy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Several great dining options less than a mile away.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, good location, room was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great overnight stay and place was very clean and would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Being able to do late check-in is amazing. The rooms are clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always fantastic service and cleanliness always like to stay here
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Liked the easy check in and out. Room was clean and convenient location. It was perfect for our 1 night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ROGER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place. Friendly people.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025