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The Pioneer Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Palmer with free parking

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Premium Cabin, 1 King Bed | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Standard Room, 2 Queen Bed, Pet Friendly | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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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

  • Kitchen
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Room options

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Premium Cabin, 1 King Bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Cabin, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 39 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Bed, Pet Friendly | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Bed, Pet Friendly

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Pet Friendly

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Pet Friendly | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Pet Friendly

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 3 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Cabin, 2 Queen Beds | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Cabin, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 33 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(50 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Colony House Museum - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mat-Su Visitors Center - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Palmer Visitor Information Center - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Musk Ox Farm - 4 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Reindeer Farm - 15 min drive - 9.2 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
  • ‪Fred Meyer Fuel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Noisy Goose Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pho and Thai Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Palmer Alehouse - ‬14 min walk

About this property

The Pioneer Motel

Property highlights
The Pioneer Motel provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-in, a vending machine, and luggage storage
  • Free newspapers, a front-desk safe, and barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Pioneer Motel include amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and daily housekeeping

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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

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 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

Property is also known as

Pioneer Motel
Pioneer Motel Palmer
Pioneer Palmer
The Pioneer Motel Motel
The Pioneer Motel Palmer
The Pioneer Motel Motel Palmer

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 at The Pioneer Motel?

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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The Pioneer Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 434 out of 713 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 199 out of 713 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 713 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 713 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 713 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rita May

Liked: Amenities
Very nice place and comfortable to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a great quiet place to stay. I try to stay here every time I pass through.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and wonderful beds. It had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great plave to stay in Palmer for the fair.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juanita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, great area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and all the modern amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed, clean, nice location, ice cream shop across the street.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, easy check-in. Great overall experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marjorie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Newly remodeled nice room. Comfortable chair.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JULIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the Pioneer Motel. This is my 2nd visit to Alaska and just love the area and affordable accommodations!
Coffee
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super cute and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Hermen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and cozy. Relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

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

10/10 Excellent

BARRY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favorite place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROGER

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

10/10 Excellent

steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay here. Self check in was very nice and easy. We stayed in two different rooms on two different nights. We stayed in One of the cabins first and then one of the motel rooms. Both were easy to check in. Parking was easy. Rooms were clean and well-stocked with amenities. I would recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

T.J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, clean & spacious. Good water pressure in the shower
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Beautiful view. Clean room. Convenient parking
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to a local tap house. Parking right in front of the room . Clean. Coffee microwave refrigerator in room . Friendly staff greeted us at check in .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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