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The Pioneer Motel

2.5 star property

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Premium Cabin, 1 King Bed | Bathroom
Premium Cabin, 1 King Bed | Private kitchen
Premium Cabin, 1 King Bed

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
124 W Arctic Ave, Palmer, AK, 99645
  • Mat-Su Visitors Center
    8 min walk
  • Brew Haha
    1 min walk
  • Wasilla Alaska Railroad Depot
    16 min drive
  • Palmer, AK (PAQ)
    5 min drive

Room options

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Premium Cabin, 1 King Bed

Premium Cabin, 1 King Bed

  • 39 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Pet Friendly | Private kitchen

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Pet Friendly

  • 3 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Cabin, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

Premium Cabin, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

  • 33 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View

  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

The Pioneer Motel

Motel in Palmer with free parking
Along with laundry facilities, this motel has a 24-hour front desk and express check-in. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, free newspapers, barbecue grills, and a picnic area are onsite.
The Pioneer Motel offers 28 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Kitchenettes offer refrigerators and microwaves.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Pioneer Motel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Mat-Su Visitors Center. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and laundry facilities are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Amenities include free lobby newspapers, a front-desk safe, and laundry facilities
  • Guests really like the accommodations for the overall comfort and cleanliness
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Mat-Su Visitors Center and Colony House Museum
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
The Pioneer Motel offers its guests barbecue grills, a vending machine, and a picnic area. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Pioneer Motel also features complimentary newspapers in the lobby, laundry facilities, and express check-in. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Palmer motel.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • Kitchenette
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Fridge

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV channels
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Fridge

More

  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 20.00 per stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 20.00 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
Guests must contact this property in advance if they plan to bring a pet. Breed restrictions may apply.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Pioneer Motel Palmer
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The Pioneer Motel Motel
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The Pioneer Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 356 out of 616 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 185 out of 616 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 616 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 616 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 616 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pulkit

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at this motel for 1 night on our way from Valdez to Anchorage. We arrived late around 9 PM on a rainy day and the check-in was smooth. The room, bathroom, and the bed were clean. The room had a microwave, coffee maker, and a small sink. The parking was right in front of the room. Overall a great simple and basic stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie, Fairbanks

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Deanna

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
When looking at the pictures of the pioneer motel it shows pictures of log cabins with beautiful views but instead you get crammed between gas stations and a heavily traveled street. First room they picked for us had a musty smell (it was a self check in). When I was able to get service they offered me a free upgrade to a larger room, we had just travelled 17 hours and were willing to accept anything at that time. After staying the 4 nights I was billed for, we checked out.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Xinhai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was pretty clean. Front desk lady was very helpful and nice. Stayed there for two nights. No big complaint. Will stay there again next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kessa

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We found Jenni to be extremely friendly and helpful. We even got fresh cooked cookies on arrival which were super yummy. Check in was super quick and easy, plenty of room for parking, room was very clean, neat and tidy. We were very happy with this room and location. Would definately stay here again and would recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

debi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and in a quiet area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

I felt very comfortable staying here. Jenny at the office was very helpful and shared her wonderful cookies upon arrival! 👍
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Victoria

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only place I’ll want to stay in Palmer!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kezia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were skeptical but it was actually really nice and clean! Good experience and the lady running the place is SO kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room and property were very clean. convenient location, though the street was very busy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I arrived after a long day of driving to a cookie at check in and the most comfortable bed and pillows! The room was incredibly clean, sheets smelled wonderful, and there was a perfect little kitchenette. The location is very convenient but there was some road noise. Overall, so much attention to detail that was so appreciated after a week of travel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just wonderful quiet clean. Good beds, bath and kitchen area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Melanie, Homer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quite very very nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanene

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient check in and friendly staff-enjoyed our stay and would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Heather

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect for what we needed! The staff was very nice, they offered us sparkling water and cookies. We were able to park our trailer there. The rooms were out dated but clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ervin, Norman

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Therese

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This s was an extremely comfortable stop. Overnight or a couple days you'll love the vibe at a reasonable pric
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The management were very nice. The only issue I had was the noise, the walls are thin.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was easy, lady at Check in area was friendly and helpful. The cabin was a nice surprise, very clean with comfortable beds and pillows. The only drawback was traffic noise.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024