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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Fairbanks

2.5 of 5
400 Merhar Ave, (for September 2, 2008), Fairbanks, AK 99701
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Fairbanks
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Anchorage, Alaska
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

I've stayed here multiple times on business. On this recent stay, I had a room at end of hall on 2nd floor. At bottom of stairway is designated smoking area. The door is not key-card accessible - only a separate door to 1st floor. Consequently employees (and possibly guests, but I only saw employees) block open the door to 2nd... More

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Lloyd H, General Manager at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Fairbanks, responded to this review
15 April 2013

Dear Jon B. Thank you for your Trip Advisor Review. Thank you for taking the time to let us know where we can improve. We have placed a stand-up ashtray out in front of the hotel and smokers stations at the end of each building, many of our guests that have to go outside to smoke do not have the... More

Williamstown, Massachusetts
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33 reviews 33 reviews
21 hotel reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013

The Holiday Inn Express in Fairbanks has a terrific location, is new (so it's in very good shape), and the staff is, without fail, nice and welcoming and accommodating. We stayed here for a week when our son was involved in a week-long series of Nordic ski races in March 2013 and we found that the Holiday Express was just... More

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Lloyd H, General Manager at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Fairbanks, responded to this review
4 April 2013

Thank you for your kind Review. We were very busy at the time you stayed with us and I am glad we provided the customer service and comfort you expected. Thank you for choosing the Holiday Inn Express, Fairbanks and I hope we can serve you again in the future. Warm regards, Lloyd More

Jersey City, New Jersey, United States
Senior Contributor
23 reviews 23 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2013

I visited Fairbanks to see the Aurora Borealis, and I spent two nights at the Holiday Inn Express. I thought it was a great choice because it was clean, spacious and the price was reasonable. Also, the staff was very helpful. When I arrived earlier than I expected, they let me use the gym while my room was prepared. The... More

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Lloyd H, General Manager at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Fairbanks, responded to this review
1 April 2013

Dear Jason, Thank you for your nice review and choosing the Holiday Inn Express, Fairbanks. I know you have a lot of choices when you travel. I appreciate you taking the time to kindly review our property. Thank Again. Warm Regards, Lloyd More

Brisbane
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8 reviews 8 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2013

Stayed here for two nights and at first glance this Holiday Inn express is larger than the other HIEs I have stayed in, however there is still the same great service from the staff. My first night appeared to have a couple of school groups / ice hockey teams staying there and appeared quite rowdy when we checked in, however... More

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Lloyd H, General Manager at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Fairbanks, responded to this review
28 March 2013

You traveled a long way to get to Fairbanks! Thank you for taking the time to review us. We really appreciate the feedback and hope that you can stay with us again soon. Thank you for choosing the Holiday Inn Express and Suites, Fairbanks! More

North Pole, Alaska
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2013

My wife & I wanted a Jacuzzi Suite for our 8th anniversary celebration. We live in North Pole, just 14 mi south of Fairbanks. With all the winter activities going on it was hard to find one. Holiday Inn has only been in Fairbanks for about 5 years. My wife & I were both off this Friday so I was... More

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Lloyd H, General Manager at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Fairbanks, responded to this review
25 March 2013

Dear Robert, Thank you for your kind review and for staying with us at the Holiday Inn Express and Suites, Fairbanks. Thank you again for taking the time to write such a nice review and hope that you can come stay with us again! Warm Regards, Lloyd More

Ogden, Utah
Senior Contributor
22 reviews 22 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 March 2013

Fairbanks in Early March...cold! However my room was HOT! I had to open the window to keep it cool! The AC wasn't working it would just pump out heat. Not a big deal, I liked the window open when I slept. The hotel has plugs for your car to keep the engine warm. Bed was standard, pillows are horrible (Don't... More

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Lloyd H, Manager at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Fairbanks, responded to this review
11 March 2013

Thank you for your review. It is a tough time of year for heating and cooling. Still too cold to turn on the chiller but not cold enough to compensate for the heat running through the heaters. I am sorry for the inconvenience. We were (are) slammed at this point and it is a struggle in houskeeping since this blip... More

Killeen, Texas
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 December 2012

Stayed there early December, had a pretty good experience. Great and helpful front desk clerks, clean rooms, had a better free breakfast than most hotels I've stayed at. Unfortunately, did not have a weekly rate, in which I needed. But, overall, I would definitely stay here again.

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Healy
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 November 2012

I am not sure but it seems to me that these two hotels are sisters! Yet Holiday Inn Express is more outdated. Yes I did love the hot tub feature in our room which we never experience in Hampton Inn. The pool was dirty and I don't blame it to the housekeepers but to the people who stayed there, brought... More

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Anchorage, Alaska
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16 reviews 16 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 October 2012

The Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Fairbanks is located on the northeast side of Fairbanks, near the intersection of the Johansen Expressway and the Steese Highway. It's a great location for easy access to the main roads around Fairbanks. It's across from the shopping area that has a Sportsman's Warehouse (outdoor store), Barnes and Noble, and other stores. There... More

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Kenai, Alaska
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27 reviews 27 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 September 2012

If you are flying in from the bush, this is an ideal location as there is lots of shopping within walking distance. This property is consistent with their other hotels----fairly new and well furnished. It has a large area for the breakfast which is consistent with the other properties. The staff was friendly and helpful. It didn't get the highest... More

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IHGCare, Guest Relations Manager at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Fairbanks, responded to this review
11 October 2012

Dear Patricia S, Thank you so much for your review of our hotel. I am pleased that you liked our hotel features and friendly staff. I apologize for any inconvenience or discomfort you may have experienced in your bathroom. We work diligently to ensure our facilities are well maintained and we try our hardest to provide not just good value,... More

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Holiday Inn Express Hotel And Suites Fairbanks
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Address: 400 Merhar Ave, (for September 2, 2008), Fairbanks, AK 99701
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Region: United States > Alaska > Fairbanks
Amenities:
Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Children Activities Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #5 of 21 hotels in Fairbanks
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:2.5 star (2.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Welcome to the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fairbanks. The newest hotel addition to Fairbanks area. Ideally located the Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fairbanks is adjacent to dining shopping and entertainment.Guests of the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fairbanks, will find this beautifully appointed, state of the art hotel to be well situated for visits to attractions such as Carlson Center, Historic Downtown Fairbanks, and the University of Alaska.Our business travelers will love our hotel s proximity to Boeing, and First National Bank of Alaska.We offer 114 luxuriously appointed guest rooms, including suites equipped with deluxe new bedding, Smart Bath Collection, granite counter tops, 32 flat panel multimedia televisions, and wired/wireless high-speed Internet access. This newly constructed hotel also features an indoor pool, whirlpool, exercise room, business center, and meeting room.The next time travel takes you to Fairbanks Alaska , Stay Smart at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fairbanks Alaska! ... more   less 
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