Sophie Station Suites

Hotels
8.4 (394 reviews)
1717 University Avenue , Fairbanks , US
907.479.3650
[email protected]

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

24-hour courtesy van service to Fairbanks International Airport and Alaska Railroad Station
24-hour Front Desk guest service
24-hour fitness center
Enhanced high-speed wireless Internet access throughout the resort
Public computer in the lobby
Front Desk faxing and photocopying service
Onsite token-operated laundry facilities and off-site laundry service
Free parking and head bolt heater plug-ins
Local phone service
2 ADA-compliant elevators
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Spacious suites with full kitchens
Friendly, helpful staff
Convenient location (near airport, shuttle, walkable to restaurants)
Clean rooms
On-site restaurant and available amenities (washer, shuttle)
Cons:
Perceived high price / not great value
Some rooms/furniture dated; carpets and chairs need updating
Occasional breakfast service issues / confusing times
At least one report of unfriendly staff

Categories

Cleanliness
9
Multiple reviews call the rooms 'clean' and 'clean and comfortable beds'; overall cleanliness consistently praised.
Service
8.7
Many guests highlight very helpful and accommodating staff and bartenders, though one review notes consistently unfriendly personnel and a tour-guide issue (not hotel staff).
Location
9
Repeated mentions of convenience: close to the airport with a shuttle, walking distance to restaurants and generally described as convenient.
Room Quality
7.6
Suites are spacious with kitchens and soundproofing praised, but several notes about tired carpets, outdated furniture, uncomfortable chairs and minor issues (TV remote).
Amenities
8.6
In-room kitchens, shuttle service, on-site restaurant and available washers are positives; breakfast service/times raised a complaint but overall amenities are good.
Value for Money
6.8
Multiple comments that the hotel is 'very expensive' or 'price was high' and one review specifically states price/performance doesn't match—value is a clear weak point.
Food and Beverage
7.8
On-site restaurant is praised by several guests, but some found food 'blah' or overpriced and there was at least one confusing breakfast-service incident.
Overall Experience
9.7
Most reviews describe a great, cozy stay with friendly staff, well-kept suites and convenient location; overall sentiment is strongly positive.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-10-30 19:08

Property Description

Offering quality lodging for both business and leisure travelers, Sophie Station Suites is truly a Fairbanks favorite. Locally owned and operated, our hotel captures the essence of the Fairbanks experience and provides guests with a level of personalized service, style and comfort unparalleled in the Golden Heart City. We are conveniently located close to the University of Alaska Fairbanks and downtown shopping, and offer a complimentary shuttle service to Fairbanks International Airport and Alaska Railroad Depot. With suites 400+ sq/ft, Sophie's is ideal for an extended stay and traveling families that want more space and comforts of home than a traditional hotel room. Our fully-equipped suites feature complete kitchens, separate living areas, and spacious bedrooms with separate vanities and baths to allow complete privacy. Additional home-style comforts include coffeemakers, irons and ironing boards and large flat-screen cable TVs. Each suite is smoke-free, air-conditioned, and comes with an in-room safe. After a day of meetings, travel or exploring Fairbanks, head to Zach's Restaurant & Express Room Lounge for signature Alaskan specialties, handcrafted cocktails, an extensive wine list and ice-cold Alaskan beers. Sophie Station Suites also offers three unique event venues, ideal for small meetings and parties of up to 70 guests.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Managed by a private host
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: FAI

Property Policies

  • Check-in / check-out

    Check-in from 16:00:00, check-out until 11:00:00.

  • Minimum age

    Guests must be at least 21 years old to check in.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed; charges may apply.

  • Extra bed

    Extra bed available for ages 0–None: 10 per night.

  • Cot

    Cot available for ages 0–1: free.

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 394 reviews
Cleanliness: 9
Service: 8.7
Location: 9
Room Quality: 7.6
Amenities: 8.6
Value for Money: 6.8
Food and Beverage: 7.8
Overall Experience: 9.7
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Leticia • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

The surrounding landscaping was beautiful the staff very nice, and the room was comfotable.

Cons:

Probably not associated with the hotel, but our tour guide was terrible which was a downer during our stay.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Diego • solo_traveller • cr
10
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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KUMIKO • couple • jp
9
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • gb
7
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Christy • couple • us
10
Pros:

Great to have a kitchen in room

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Rostislav • extended_group • cz
10
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • family_with_children • us
8
Pros:

Bartenders were very good and helpful. Great fast service

Cons:

Not sure why but the breakfast times didn’t make sense. Sign said open and staff is inside but when we walked in, they said breakfast won’t be served for another hour?

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Delores • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Tracy • couple • us
6
Convenient Sophie Suites
Pros:

Close to the airport and has a shuttle

Cons:

Very expensive, food was blah and overpriced

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Craig • family_with_children • us
9
2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Paulo • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Robert • solo_traveller • us
8
It was nice
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Claudia • family_with_children • ch
6
Gute Grösse und Lage abet sehr Preis Leistung stimmt nicht. Zu teuer
Pros:

Zimmer sehr gross mit Küche, soundproof windows. Frühstück nicht inbegriffen.
Möbel veraltet update notwendig.
Waschmaschiene stehen zur Verfügung gegen Gebühr.

Cons:

Personal durchgehend leider sehr unfreundlich

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Jerry • solo_traveller • us
7
Good for business outing
Pros:

Location & staff

Cons:

Could use updating. Rooms and carpet kind of tired.

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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MeLinda • couple • us
9
Great stay.
Pros:

Location and the spaciousness

Cons:

Not a thing.

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Jackson • extended_group • au
10
Clean, comfortable and close to the airport.
Pros:

Clean and comfortable beds. Small kitchen to cook if you want to.

Cons:

The price was high.

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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MeadowMarauder • Couples • Spartanburg, South Carolina
10
A palace in the land of ice and snow.
Pros:

A great place to either begin or end your visit to Alaska and Fairbanks. Great reception staff who are very accommodating. The suites are fantastic, especially if you have spent time at the "hotels" in and around Denali ( the cruise hotels are wonderful, the ones on the outskirts are questionable). The restaurant is a good place to relax before a quiet night of rest. I can't say enough great things about this place.

2026-08-04 • via Tripadvisor
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Jackson • family_with_children • us
10
Great choice, convenient, well-maintained, good food.
Pros:

Rooms including bathrooms were spacious and clean. Shower had grab bars.

Cons:

Chairs in living area were uncomfortable, hard to get up from.

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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659micaht • Family
10
Amazing Cozy Stay
Pros:

What a great cozy location. Never in my life have I seen such a cozy hotel. Super nice place, wish I had a reason to stay longer.
The staff here does an outstanding job keeping this place top notch. The front garden outside is incredible as well.

2026-07-31 • via Tripadvisor
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annaliesewarnerk • Couples • Yorktown, Indiana
10
Great place to stay and friendly staff!
Pros:

We stayed here post-cruise for what was supposed to be 2 nights. We ended up staying 3 nights due to a flight delay. The people working at Sophie's are some of the nicest, helpful people! They definitely make the place. The hotel is older but well-kept. The rooms are apartment style and come with full kitchens. Grocery stores are nearby. The rooms were very clean. Great on-site restaurant. Overall a great place and would definitely stay again! I should also say that parts of the hotel have been renovated, so lots of choices.

2026-07-25 • via Tripadvisor