We have Policies that we ask our customer-guests to be aware of as they are considering booking with us – and to be aware of after they arrive. If you have any questions about any of our policies, please feel free to email or call us.

COVID-19

Alaska Department of Health and Social Services continues to provide updates to Alaska guidelines for addressing the pandemic. Those guidelines – including a guide for travelers to and in Alaska – may be found at the AK DHSS web site (click on name spelled out, above).

Presently, OUR hostel COVID-19 policy is as follows:

• Provide proof of COVID vaccination OR proof of a recent negative COVID test
• Leave your telephone contact information with Billie when you arrive
• Wear a cloth mask in all common areas (except when sleeping)
• Maintain social distancing of at least six feet between you and others
• Do not invite outside guests
• Use provided soap and hand sanitizers regularly
• Use disinfecting wipes on surfaces recently touched
• Keep all areas tidy and clean

TRAVELERS VS. “LOCALS”

People of ALL ages from all over the world stay in hostels. While the atmosphere at a hostel tends to be "youthful", it really doesn't matter what age you are. Hostelers have an adventurous spirit, are usually like-minded, outgoing, friendly and eager to share their experiences with their fellow travelers. If you are traveling alone, then hostels are an excellent place to stay since it allows a way to meet others and share travel experiences.

We gladly accept guests visiting relatives and friends in our community that are attending the University of Alaska Fairbanks (located within walking distance of us) or serving at one of our two military installations (Ft. Wainwright or Eielson AFB).

Sometimes (usually during Winter months), we do have "locals" (Fairbanksans -- or people looking to establish themselves as Fairbanksans) stay with us. They have usually made arrangements with Billie directly for their accommodations.

Generally, we ask that you be travelling to stay here.

CHECK-IN and CHECK-OUT

We are open 24 hours a day and we accept CHECK-IN at any time; however, if you are planning to check-in between the hours 12:00AM and 7:00AM (0000HRS – 0700HRS, please ensure that you have booked the previous day as your arrival date. -- and that you adjust your check-out date accordingly. We want to make sure that your bed(s) is(are) ready for you.

We do not have a set time for CHECK-OUT. If you have a late-night departure, you are free to remain at the hostel until you need to leave (for the airport, for example). If we need your bed for another guest coming in, we will ask you to vacate it in time to prepare it for its new occupant. You may use the time to do some last-minute sight-seeing, shopping, etc. You may store your luggage with us for FREE.

AGE LIMIT

Generally, our guests must be 18 years of age to stay with us. Exceptions must be arranged with Billie by emailing or calling her directly.

CO-ED (MIXED) DORMITORIES

Billie will attempt to separate genders, but sometimes that is not practical – especially during the busy summer months.

Please be reminded that this is a hostel setting. All areas (except private rooms) are shared with other travelers. Please observe quiet time in the sleeping areas; please clean up after yourselves (wash and put away your dishes; do not leave food out; throw away your trash, etc.) -- and respect others’ space and property.\

  - Talking, noise, or use of noise-making electronics is not allowed in the dorm area

  - Use of our WiFi to download/upload copyrighted material is not allowed

  - Wearing of shoes is not allowed in the carpeted areas of the hostel

  - Drinking of alcohol is not allowed at the hostel

  - Smoking is allowed outside, only

Contact Us:

Billies Backpackers Hostel

2895 Mack Blvd.

Fairbanks, AK 99709

907-479-2034

info@alaskahostel.com