Reviews of Billie's Backpackers Hostel
2895 Mack Boulevard, Fairbanks, AK 99709, United States

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Reviewed: 27 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewBilly is incredibly kind and welcoming. Really friendly atmosphere in the hostel. Quiet neighbourhood. Clean room and bathroom. Kitchen is well equipped and large. Possibility to use the hostel’s bikes for free.
Room is a bit small, and there are no lockers for storing bags in the room.
Reviewed: 21 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe staff were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and always ready with helpful information—whether it was about getting around, finding a terrific meal (Thai), local tips, or just making sure I felt at home. Billie herself brings such a warm, positive energy to the place, and it sets the tone for the whole vibe. What I loved most was the community atmosphere. I met travelers from all different backgrounds and age groups, and it was easy to connect. It really felt like more than just a hostel—it was a space to meet people and feel part of something bigger.
Everything was great, though the laundry cost could have been explained a bit more clearly.
Reviewed: 15 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewIt’s cozy, clean, good location!
Everything was ok! No complaints!
Reviewed: 13 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe property was quaint, comfortable and quiet. The owner was very friendly and helpful with all my questions.
There were no dislikes
Reviewed: 13 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewCozy and welcoming, could check in late
A way out of town, but Uber was easy to get
Reviewed: 12 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 8 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewVery great! Cleanliness and customer service.
Reviewed: 4 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 29 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewBillie's is a delightful hostel - a great place to chill and enjoy the company of other travellers. We staying in a room as well as camping in the garden. Camping was on a flat grassy lawn with full use of all the facilities inside. The kitchen was very well equipped and the shower great.
Both the showers were in the same room as the toilets. A few times people were needing the toilet but long showers were keeping them unavailable. There's nothing that can really be done about this but it did seem to be an issue at times.
Reviewed: 24 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewHelpful staff. Clean bathroom. Kept cleaning products out so you an clean again before you use
There were a lot of people on site. Many camping on property. Very crowded. No lines for bathrooms.
Reviewed: 22 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewBillie is delightful.
Reviewed: 17 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe warmth with which Billie welcomes and all amenities are fantastic
Reviewed: 17 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThis place reminded me of my childhood. Billie extended a very warm welcome to her property. She took us around and showed us everything. This backpackers hostel is no ordinary. It's better than 5 Star Hotel, if you care for respect, kind hospitality warmth of guests and hosts is out of ordinary.
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Reviewed: 16 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe stay at Billie’s hostel was part of the excitement of an Alaska trip. Met fascinating people. Billie and her family were great, friendly and helpful hosts, and fellow travelers had amazing stories to tell.
Room small, and heard voices from other guests.
Reviewed: 9 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 8 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
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Verified reviewIt is a very basic hostel, that is really nice, that have everything that you need for the price you pay. Kitchen is clean, bathrooms are clean. I would recommend if you want to spend one night, I am not sure if I would stay more than one night, but is a personal opinion. The crew is nice.
I didn't like that one of the rooms is in the middle of the way to the other rooms. It was 5 beds, 4 in bulk and one extra there
Reviewed: 4 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewIt had a home feeling
Nothing
Reviewed: 28 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewEverything including the owner Billie. She is a sweetheart and I never ever expected what she did for me (a total stranger) on my birthday. I cant thank her enough. Walter took the pain of dropping me to the airport at odd hours. So thank you frm the bottom of my heart!! I highly recommend this property by all means.
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Reviewed: 27 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 27 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewCleanliness Great customer service!
Reviewed: 22 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 20 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewNice folks good place
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