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Exterior - Billie's Backpackers Hostel (Fairbanks)
A hotel entrance with a decorative door, a sign reading "Roma", and a bus schedule board. - Billie's Backpackers Hostel (Fairbanks)
A living room with a wooden coffee table, a sofa, a chair, and a kitchen area with cabinets and a sink. - Billie's Backpackers Hostel (Fairbanks)
A snow-covered pathway leading to a building with a lamp post and a bench. - Billie's Backpackers Hostel (Fairbanks)
A rustic, single-story building with a green metal roof and a yellow dome-like structure on top. - Billie's Backpackers Hostel (Fairbanks)
Located close to Tanana Valley State Fairgrounds and University of Alaska-Fairbanks, Billie's Backpackers Hostel provides a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

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A rustic, single-story building with a green metal roof and a yellow dome-like structure on top.

Gazebo - 6 Bed Shared Dorm, Co-ed, Shared Bath

  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A bunk bed with a small table and two chairs in a room with a carpeted floor.

4 Bed Shared Dormitory, Co-ed, Shared Bath

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Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A small bedroom with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a quilt on the bed.

Barry's Room - Twin Bed, Shared Bath

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A bedroom with a floral bedspread, two bedside lamps, a framed picture of a rose, and a chair.

Art's Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bath, Ground Floor

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and curtains.

Tom's Room - 2 Twin or Double Bed, Shared Bath, Ground Floor

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

College, a neighborhood in Fairbanks, is home to Billie's Backpackers Hostel. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Georgeson Botanical Garden and Pioneer Park, while Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum and University of Alaska Museum of the North are cultural highlights. Tanana Valley State Fairgrounds and Morris Thompson Cultural & Visitors Center are not to be missed. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including hot springs. Visit our Fairbanks travel guide
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Map
2895 Mack Boulevard, Fairbanks, AK, 99709

What's nearby

  • A modern architectural building with a curved facade and a glass entrance.
    University of Alaska-Fairbanks
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A wooden boardwalk leading to a wooden structure with a roof, surrounded by trees and a sunset in the background.
    Creamer's Field
    2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • A modern architectural building with a curved facade and a glass entrance.
    University of Alaska Museum of the North
    5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • A historic film inside cabin with a red light arts sign, a lil' bird designs sign, and a The Last Will & Kettle sign.
    Pioneer Park
    7 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Tanana Valley State Fairgrounds
    1 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Fairbanks Intl. Airport (FAI)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Cookie Jar Restaurant
    4 min drive
  • Spicy Bistro
    20 min walk
  • Green’s Bar & Grill
    5 min drive
  • Alaska Salmon Bake
    5 min drive
  • Lumi Coffee Bar
    5 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in room
  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Detached shared bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

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  • Heating
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime

Early check-in subject to availability

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property from January to December; the rest of the year they are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Cashless transactions are available
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 50 mi (80 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted from January to December

Frequently asked questions

Is Billie's Backpackers Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Billie's Backpackers Hostel?

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Billie's Backpackers Hostel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Billie's Backpackers Hostel located?

Located in College, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of University of Alaska-Fairbanks and Tanana Valley State Fairgrounds. University of Alaska Museum of the North and Creamer's Field are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Billie's Backpackers Hostel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wilda

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Billie makes a pot of coffee every morning for guests. Little Owl Café, a very short walk away, offers breakfast and lunch options. The common area is very cute and cozy. I stayed in the private twin room, which has its own lock.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great & friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Taku

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the bus stops, Blue and Red lines. (No bus services on weekend.) If night sky viewing is on your list, this is a better location than the downtown area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, bed, and amenities all are satisfactory
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Billie’s lived up to our expectations and more! My teenage daughter and I spent one night and loved it. Billie is kind and inviting. The hostel/house feels cozy and filled with history and memories. I was hoping to see the Aurora and managed to see a ribbon of dancing green lights right outside the hostel. There’s a wonderful cafe less than five minutes away. :)
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the best hostel that I have ever stayed at. The inside is comfortable and homey and there's running water and hot showers indoors. Indoor plumbing the vibe there was really laid back and nice and the people who were visiting were great people. The staff were awesome. Billy is just a wonderful person. All in all. You can stay at a hostel and sit outside all day before you go back inside your tent or little cabin that has no running water to it. Or you can go to Billy's and have all the amenities of home
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay was alright. Besides the little misunderstanding of if I was a local. But I'm not no local. Almost was turned down because of that. Not sure what that was all about but my stay was great after that. Great friendly atmosphere and people if you are ready to stay in a dorm type of place! I had a great time and experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was my first time staying in a hostel. Everyone was nice. It was clean and comfortable. Super convenient location for my trip to Fairbanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Torrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I found the place to be unique in its room rental setup. I've never stayed in a location where you share a room with others. It was a fun experience, and I had the opportunity to chat with the other guests. I highly recommend staying at Billie’s.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Never stayed at a hostel before. Such a positive experience though. Billie is super friendly and so were the other travelers I met. Got to sleep with a clear roof overhead how cool. Coffee shop right down the street with a city bus stop to get around town.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eugenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Hostel is a wonderful find! It is on bus routes for easy transportation, and near several eateries. I liked meeting people from outside Alaska, especially Jorge, a Chilean biker who biked alone from the southern tip of South America to the Beaufort Sea! Billie and her son, Walter, made me feel at home, and I enjoyed their company. I will return, and will also tell my friend in our village about this gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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4/10 Poor

Megan

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Stayed in a large multi-bed room, as it is a hostel. The bunk beds were very creaky. Bathroom upstairs was pretty cramped and didn't seem to get cleaned the multiple days I was there. Pillows are flat, sheets and quilt were clean and comfy. Entry room has zero heating and door handle/lock was frozen, which is rough since you are asked to remove your shoes before entering. Great coffee shop walking distance, but not much else. Coffee is in the frozen room, consistently smelled burnt so I did not partake. When staff did come to "clean", she did it in her pajamas and just changed out trash, nothing else. She also did it early in the morning when everyone in the room was trying to sleep. Downstairs has a much larger bathroom. Kitchen and dining area are sufficient. Chairs in "living room" were very sunken in and uncomfortable. There is a tv, but one guest kept it on conservative news shows me entire stay and hid and slept with the remote. Lastly, I had some canned drinks by my bed and one or two of them were stolen. Another guest had some of her food stolen out of the shared fridge. Not sure if all this is par for the course for American hostels, but I was not impressed. Would definitely not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and easy to check in and out
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Bring ear plugs! Great unique place. I am glad I gave it a try
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good experience. Glad I had earplugs lol. Glad I tried something new! Would do again! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CAMERON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Honestly, it's a lovely place.If you're looking for a bed for a few days.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Saxon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for solo travelers. Billie is awesome and takes good care of her guests. Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in one of the private bedrooms for 1 night. We were supposed to share a bathroom, but we had it to ourselves as we didn't have neighbors on the same floor. Billie was very nice and her family was also friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fine for budget accommodation
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jannatul Islam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sonja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fine, you find everything you need, you stay there and you feel like at home, thank you billie for this great time in your hostel, stay health, best regards from munich Sonja
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great deal for a cheap place to stay. Rooms were nice, well-organized, and quiet. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is perfect for solo and budget traveler! Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Glass room

Billie’s Bacpackers Hostel was wonderful. The house is really nice and the glass gazebo I slept in was so cool and comfy. Billie herself was really sweet. I will definitely come back one day.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025