SVEN'S BASECAMP HOSTEL, Fairbanks

Sven'S Basecamp Hostel - An adventure-focused accommodation with shared facilities, outdoor spaces, and guided expedition services

Located in a green oasis, this Fairbanks hotel provides both dormitory and private room options with garden views. The property features a fully equipped shared kitchen containing a large refrigerator, freezer, microwave, propane stove, and complete cookware. Sven'S Basecamp Hostel offers rooms with seating areas, dining spaces, and terraces, all serviced by shared bathrooms with showers. The outdoor facility includes a metal fire pit with unlimited firewood supply, BBQ grill, picnic tables, and log swings. A wireless network covers most of the property. The hostel arranges guided expeditions to remote locations, including the Gates of the Arctic National Park and John River. Within 1 mile, guests can access Pioneer Park, the Palace Theatre & Saloon, and the Tanana Valley Railroad Museum. The property sits 6 miles from Fairbanks International Airport.

Pros

Access to private homesteads reachable by 4-wheeler or bush plane

Guided river trips with floating, hiking, and camping experiences

Host has 20 years of Alaska experience

Meeting point for travelers from various countries to share experiences

Cons

Shared bathroom facilities only

Distance from airport requires transportation planning