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The Pioneer Motel
2.5 star property

Motel in Palmer with free parking
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The Pioneer Motel

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Hiking
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Pet Friendly | Bathroom
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Pet Friendly | Private kitchen
Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Overview of The Pioneer Motel

Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Your area essentials

Map
124 W Arctic Ave, Palmer, AK, 99645
  • Popular LocationPizzaria Delphi2 min walk
  • Popular LocationMat-Su Visitors Center8 min walk
  • Popular LocationWasilla Alaska Railroad Depot16 min drive
  • AirportAnchorage, AK (ANC-Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl.)56 min drive
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Room options

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Premium Cabin, 1 King Bed

Premium Cabin, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 39 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Pet Friendly

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Pet Friendly

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 3 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premium Cabin, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

Premium Cabin, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

Premium Cabin, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 33 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Palmer

The Pioneer Motel is located in Palmer. Finger Lake State Recreation Area and Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Musk Ox Farm and Reindeer Farm. Explore all the area has to offer with mountain climbing, ziplining and mountain biking.
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What's nearby

  • Mat-Su Visitors Center - 8 min walk
  • Colony House Museum - 9 min walk
  • Palmer Visitor Information Center - 14 min walk
  • Musk Ox Farm - 4 min drive
  • Palmer Golf Course - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Wasilla Alaska Railroad Depot - 16 min drive
  • Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • Palmer City Alehouse - 14 min walk
  • Sluice Box Tavern - 6 min drive
  • Sophia's Cafe - 6 min drive
  • Noisy Goose Cafe - 3 min drive
  • Starbucks - 16 min walk

About this property

The Pioneer Motel

Property highlights
The Pioneer Motel provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-in, luggage storage and a front desk safe
  • A vending machine, barbecues and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews give good marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at The Pioneer Motel offer amenities, such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the overall comfort rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Kitchenettes with fridges and microwaves
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Floor

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer on request
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • 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 are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
Guests must contact this property in advance if they plan to bring a pet. Breed restrictions may apply.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Pioneer Motel
Pioneer Motel Palmer
Pioneer Palmer
The Pioneer Motel Motel
The Pioneer Motel Palmer
The Pioneer Motel Motel Palmer

Frequently asked questions

Is The Pioneer Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 20 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Pioneer Motel?

As of 18 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Pioneer Motel on 2 May 2024 start from NZ$226.68, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Pioneer Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Pioneer Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Pioneer Motel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Pioneer Motel located?

Situated in Palmer, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Mat-Su Visitors Center and Colony House Museum. Palmer Visitor Information Center and Arkose Brewery are also within 3 miles (5 km).

The Pioneer Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 284 out of 514 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 161 out of 514 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 514 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 514 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 514 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and welcoming and we were given snacks and drinks on arrival! Great location for us to go to the Matansuka glacier the next day.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great overnight stay and place was very clean and would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Jeff

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

10/10 Excellent

Alyson H

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice layout, easy check-in and easy check-out. Park right next to the door of the room. Cabins are new and quite nice. Nothing super fancy, but well equipped and perfect for what I need. I stay here every time I’m in Palmer.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

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

6/10 Okay

Imelda

Liked: Staff & service
Easily hear Loud neighbor through walls
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, accommodating staff!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was very clean with delightful little touches that showed the staff really cared. Two sinks were very handy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023