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Top 5 hotels in Ester at a glance

1. Pike's Waterfront Lodge — 3-star hotel in College. Guest rating: 9.2/10 — Wonderful.
2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fairbanks Airport — 3-star hotel in College. Guest rating: 8.6/10 — Excellent.
3. Golden North Inn — 2.5-star hotel in College. Guest rating: 8.4/10 — Very good.
4. 7 Gables Inn & Suites — 2.5-star hotel in College. Guest rating: 7.6/10 — Good.
5. Comfort Inn Fairbanks — 2.5-star hotel in Fairbanks. Guest rating: 9.2/10 — Wonderful.

Where to stay in Ester?

Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Ester on Hotels.com. These Ester hotels consistently deliver on quality, location and traveler experience. Last updated on October 3, 2026.

A lakeside hotel with multiple buildings, a dock, and a road leading to a highway.

A wooden cabin room with a bed, a dining table, and a kitchen area.

A lobby with wooden beams, a fireplace, and a large TV screen.

A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, potted plants, and a grand piano.

1. Pike's Waterfront Lodge

College

CA $203

CA $219 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A modern lobby with a blue sofa, two armchairs, a wooden coffee table, a fireplace, and a stone wall.

A spacious lobby with a large chandelier, a glass display case with a bear, and a boat-shaped wall decoration.

A La Quinta hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a parking area.

A buffet area with various food options, including fruits, cereals, and baked goods.

2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fairbanks Airport

College

CA $206

CA $222 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A tree decorated with lights in front of the Golden North Inn.

A reception desk with informational brochures, a clock, and a plant.

An office with a desk, two stools, a potted plant, framed inspirational quotes, and a window with a view of trees and a bicycle.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a lamp.

3. Golden North Inn

College

CA $151

CA $163 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A lodge with multiple windows and a snow-covered roof, surrounded by trees.

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, a desk with a chair, a window with curtains, and a chandelier.

A wedding ceremony outdoors with guests seated on chairs.

A traditional chalet-style building with a sloped roof, surrounded by evergreen trees and a garden with purple flowers.

4. 7 Gables Inn & Suites

College

CA $138

CA $149 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A spacious lobby with large windows, a fireplace, and comfortable seating areas.

A modern Comfort Inn hotel with a flat roof, large windows, and a prominent American flag.

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, a coffee station, and colorful chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a painting of a mountain landscape.

5. Comfort Inn Fairbanks

Fairbanks

CA $187

CA $201 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern living area with a sofa, ottomans, and a kitchen in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

A reception area with a counter, seating, and a wall with decorative elements.

A gym with various exercise equipment, a large window, and a mural on the wall.

6. Best Western Plus Pioneer Park Inn

Fairbanks

CA $204

CA $220 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table with a lamp, a microwave, and a small kitchenette.

A hotel with a parking lot and multiple vehicles parked.

A dining area with a table and chairs, a refrigerator with snacks, and a kitchen area in the background.

A gym with treadmills, exercise bikes, free weights, and a mirror wall.

7. Aspen Suites Hotel Fairbanks

College

CA $192

CA $207 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A garden with various plants and flowers, a building with arched windows in the background.

A hallway with a stone wall and stained glass windows.

A garden with a lawn, a patio area with chairs and an umbrella, and dense trees in the background.

A room with a bed, two chairs, a television, a fireplace, and a window with curtains.

8. Fairbanks Extended Stay

College

CA $167

CA $180 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel with a covered outdoor area featuring a stone wall and various colorful flowers.

A library with multiple wooden tables and chairs, a leather sofa, and a glass coffee table.

An outdoor patio with wooden flooring, metal chairs, and a large umbrella.

A spacious lobby with a leather sofa, a glass display case, and a floral arrangement.

9. Sophie Station Suites

College

CA $255

CA $276 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A living room with a wooden coffee table, a sofa, a chair, and a kitchen area with cabinets and a sink.

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

A hotel entrance with a decorative door, a sign reading "Roma", and a bus schedule board.

10. Billie's Backpackers Hostel

College

CA $163

CA $176 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A narrow boat with two people paddling on a calm river.

A building with a courtyard filled with colorful flowers, a balcony with a railing, and a window with a decorative grille.

A bedroom with a canopy bed, a television, and a window with curtains.

A house with a sloped roof and a visible chimney.

11. Abbey Archway Inn

College

CA $121

CA $131 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A modern hotel with a flat roof, multiple windows, and a sign reading "Bridgewater Hotel."

A modern hotel building with a sign reading "Bridgewater Hotel."

A reception desk with a modern design, a large abstract painting on the wall, and a patterned floor.

A conference room with a long table, six chairs, and two hanging lamps.

12. Bridgewater Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Downtown Fairbanks

CA $186

CA $200 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An aerial view of a lake surrounded by dense forest, with a small town and industrial buildings in the background.

A building with a sign reading "Wedgewood Market Desk - Convention Center" with a parking lot and lush greenery in the foreground.

A gazebo with a glass table and white chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant flowers.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a bulletin board with postcards, and a seating area with chairs.

13. Wedgewood Resort

Lemeta

CA $230

CA $248 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A bar and grill with wooden doors and a tiled floor.

A conference room with a long wooden table, black chairs, and a flat-screen TV on the wall.

A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, TV, and a painting on the wall.

A Westmark hotel with a modern design, featuring a large parking lot and a covered entrance.

14. Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center

Downtown Fairbanks

CA $277

CA $299 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A person sitting at a desk with a laptop, a potted plant, and a window in the background.

A gym with exercise equipment, a water cooler, and a television.

A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, multiple floors, and a clear sky.

A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

15. Candlewood Suites Fairbanks by IHG

Fairbanks

CA $312

CA $337 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a staircase, and a reception desk.

A spacious lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a large window with a view of the outside.

A Best Western Plus hotel with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance area with potted plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.

16. Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge

College

CA $398

CA $429 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A cozy dining area with a fireplace, two cups of coffee, a dessert, and a candle on a table.

A swimming pool with chairs around it, a tiled floor, and a window with a view of trees.

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A modern hotel entrance with a covered walkway, stone facade, and a clear sign reading "HYATT PLACE".

17. Hyatt Place Fairbanks

Fairbanks

CA $278

CA $300 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious hotel lobby with a long communal table, multiple seating areas, and a modern chandelier.

A reception desk with a wooden design, a large framed picture on the wall, and a storage area with shelves.

A Hampton Inn & Suites with a clear entrance, a parking lot, and a well-maintained exterior.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight equipment.

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Fairbanks

Fairbanks

CA $326

CA $353 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A kitchen area with a wooden countertop, a sink, and a stove. There is a trash can and a window with a view of the outside.

A two-story building with a flat roof and a wooden facade.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a trash bin.

A wooden staircase with white balusters and a handrail, leading to a door with a glass panel and an exit sign.

19. Rewak Studios

Westgate

CA $183

CA $197 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern kitchen with a long counter, coffee machines, and a variety of food items.

A clean, well-lit room with a vending machine stocked with snacks, a refrigerated display case with beverages, and a sign indicating 'The Market'.

A large hotel with multiple floors, a central courtyard with a statue, and a river in the foreground.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with a view.

20. Springhill Suites by Marriott Fairbanks

Downtown Fairbanks

CA $326

CA $352 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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Check out reviews of Ester hotels guests love

Pike's Waterfront Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful Hotel ,Great Staff, Friendly Excellent"

Bridgewater Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

8/10 Good

"They really need to have at least a continental breakfast since we did not see any place closeby to get that. Otherwise we enjoyed the property and they were very helpful in getting us to the Alaskan Railroad Depot on time."

Golden North Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Greatest hotel known to mankind a hotel of the gods per se I bow in the radiance of their turbulence!"

North Star Place

10/10 Excellent

"If you're staying in Fairbanks for a week and need access to the kitchen and laundry facilities, this is the perfect spot for you. The accommodation is in an apartment-style building. Free parking! There are no elevators, just stairs. We had a room on the 3rd floor, and it was comfortable when we arrived. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need: a large fridge, a big sink, kitchen tools, a microwave, and more. It features a dining room and a living room (pictures provided). We became so comfortable that we used everything in the room. The hosts are fantastic—they always check in. I like that the place is near the hospital. The location is 10-15min away from everything. We plan to return."

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fairbanks Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Nice stay with no complaints"

Comfort Inn Fairbanks

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, comfortable and convenient"

7 Gables Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"I absolutely loved my stay at the 7 Gables Inn. All The staff was amazing!"

Springhill Suites by Marriott Fairbanks

10/10 Excellent

"Clean rooms,staff helpful"

Aurora Villa

8/10 Good

"Overall the villa was quite nice! I didn’t love the drive up there since it wasn’t entirely paved and we had a trailer with us, but it was doable and worth it for me. The rooms were a little warmer than my liking but everything was well decorated and nicely cleaned. The walls are a little thin, but there weren’t too many guests when we stayed so it wasn’t an issue for us. The windows in both the room and the lobby were huge and perfect for viewing the scenery. Breakfast was fine and was what was advertised to us. I liked the do it yourself set up. I enjoyed this place and would definitely come back if I had the chance. My only caveat is that I wished there was an actual staff person at the villa for check in and questions. Seemed kinda sketchy to just be sending my card info to a random email/number."

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What are some popular hotels in central Ester?

If you're looking for hotels in central Ester, check out Pike's Waterfront Lodge and Rivers Edge Resort. Travelers love Pike's Waterfront Lodge for its location, as well as the restaurant, bar/lounge and 24-hour gym this hotel offers. Rivers Edge Resort is another popular central hotel with a restaurant, a bar/lounge and free parking. College and Westgate are some of the most central neighborhoods for your Ester vacation.

Can I book refundable hotels in Ester?

If you want the flexibility to change your plans to Ester, most hotels provide refundable* rates you can book. You can see these properties by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow the results down.

What will the weather in Ester be like during my vacation?

July and June are typically the warmest months in Ester when the average temp is 58°F. January and December are the coldest months when the average temperature is 1°F. August and July are the months with the most rain.

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