The Pioneer Motel

2.5 star property

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Private kitchen
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View | Private kitchen
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
124 W Arctic Ave, Palmer, AK, 99645
  • Mat-Su Visitors Center
    8 min walk
  • Colony House Museum
    9 min walk
  • Palmer Visitor Information Center
    14 min walk
  • Palmer, AK (PAQ)
    5 min drive

Room options

Premium Cabin, 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Pet Friendly

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

Premium Cabin, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

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

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 cleanliness and overall comfort
  • 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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The Pioneer Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 354 out of 614 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 185 out of 614 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 614 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 614 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 614 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Therese

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a gem to finish and on a last minute deal. One of the nicest motels we've been in.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juanita, SOLDOTNA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I found the room spotless, shower water pressure was wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Michael, Aurora

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nothing fancy but clean and comfortable. Bathroom was clean along with kitchen area and beds were clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Don’t stay here
Wasn’t as nice as it appeared in the picture. No air conditioning. Was informed after 2 days with no room service that we had to “sign up for daily room service when we booked the room”. Never heard of that before especially when booking a room for 5 days. We took the dirty towels to the office ourselves so they wouldn’t mildew (as well as the trash) and had them give us clean ones. It was also loud at night as it is in the middle of town.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

BARRY

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

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Exceptionally clean and beds were very comfortable. Loved the convenience of the little kitchen. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved our stay! Comfy and clean rooms! Nice kitchenette. Flexible check in. Definitely would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Travelled with family
Very clean and cute room!!! Friendly staff! Definitely recommend!!! 👍👍
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spacious rooms
Good location and very spacious room with kitchenette. Check-in was super easy with a key pad. They even had some free snacks in the office. Room was clean, wi-fi was good and the rooms had good darkening shades. We appreciated being able to pull up right to the door of the motel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always fantastic service and cleanliness always like to stay here
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good Value
No Air Conditioning. Screened window with a box fan was the only way to cool down the room. Unfortunately, all the rooms are on the ground level, so security was a concern. Other seasons beside summer would be fine.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mountains everywhere
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeongleeca

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Manager on site was very kind lady.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

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

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room we had didn't have a table of any kind. It was easy to get to and if we needed something like more coffee, she was very kind to give us some.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lora

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable. A much needed oasis after a week on the road. Lots of hot water for a bath and shower.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frederika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff was very helpful and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

yinghua

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good location, clean room, and large room. Only thing that we did not like was no AC, for a warm day, it definitely matters.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to dining and downtown. Very nice room
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

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

10/10 Excellent

JoAnne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We arrived in the evening and the motel had left instructions to check in and get our key, Easy to do and even offered free snacks and drinks. The room was very clean and had all we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024