Aurora Inn & Suites
Description
Hotel class: 3-star
Address: 302 E. Front Street, Nome, AK 99762, United States
Nearest airport: Nome Airport — OME
Airport distance: Approximately 1.5 miles / 2.4 km
Airport shuttle: Complimentary daily shuttle
Parking: Free
Number of rooms: 52
Aurora Inn & Suites is an oceanfront hotel overlooking the Bering Sea at the quieter end of downtown Nome. The property offers standard rooms, King rooms, kitchenettes, full-kitchen accommodations, executive suites and a two-bedroom suite, making it suitable for short airport stays as well as longer business or leisure visits.
The hotel also operates Aurora Vehicle Rentals on site, with trucks, SUVs and vans available for travelers exploring Nome's limited road network. Complimentary Wi-Fi, free parking, laundry facilities, lobby coffee and tea, a sauna and airport transportation are among the main amenities.
Guest Experience
Overall Average Guest Rating: 8.2/10 (4.1/5)
Aurora Inn & Suites receives generally positive guest feedback, particularly for room size, kitchen facilities, location and cleanliness.
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Location | 8.0/10 |
| Rooms | 7.8/10 |
| Value | 7.2/10 |
| Cleanliness | 8.2/10 |
| Service | 7.6/10 |
| Sleep Quality | 7.8/10 |
Guest feedback frequently highlights the spacious rooms and usefulness of having kitchen facilities in such a remote destination.
What Guests Like
| Oceanfront location | Bering Sea views | Large guestrooms |
| Kitchenettes in many rooms | Full kitchens in premium rooms | Free Wi-Fi |
| Free parking | Airport shuttle | On-site vehicle rental |
| Sauna | Laundry facilities | Family/group room options |
| Downtown restaurants nearby | Private bathrooms |
Main Guest Complaints
| Some areas feel dated | Exterior affected by coastal conditions |
| No elevator to second floor | No full-service restaurant |
| No regular complimentary breakfast | Limited storage flexibility |
| Older reports of inconsistent internet |
The hotel now advertises Starlink internet, which addresses some of the connectivity concerns mentioned in older reviews.
Rooms & Suites
Aurora Inn & Suites lists seven principal room categories.
Single Standard Room
Bed: 1 queen
Maximum occupancy: Up to 4 with rollaway on request
| 1 queen bed | Private bathroom | Kitchenette |
| Refrigerator | Microwave | In-room safe |
| DISH TV | Free parking | Free Wi-Fi |
The Single Standard offers one of the strongest combinations of price and basic kitchen facilities.
Standard Room
Beds: 2 queen beds
Maximum occupancy: 4
| 2 queen beds | Kitchenette | Private bathroom |
| Tea/coffee facilities | In-room safe | DISH TV |
| Free Wi-Fi | Sauna access |
This is the strongest standard option for families or travelers needing two beds.
Premium Room
Bed: 1 king
Maximum occupancy: 2
| 1 king bed | Kitchenette | Refrigerator |
| Microwave | Private bathroom | In-room safe |
| DISH TV | Free Wi-Fi | Free parking |
The Premium Room upgrades the sleeping arrangement to a King bed while retaining a kitchenette.
Executive Premium Room
Bed: 1 king
Maximum occupancy: 2
| 1 king bed | Full kitchen |
| Private bathroom | In-room safe |
| Coat closet | DISH TV |
| Free Wi-Fi | Free parking |
The key upgrade over the Premium Room is the full kitchen instead of a kitchenette.
Executive Suite
Bed: 1 king
Maximum occupancy: 2
| Separate bedroom | King bed | Separate living area |
| Full kitchen | Private bathroom | In-room safe |
| Bering Sea surroundings | Free Wi-Fi |
The hotel describes this as one of its most scenic accommodation categories.
Two-Bedroom Suite
Beds: 2 queen beds in separate bedrooms
Maximum occupancy: 4
| 2 separate bedrooms | Queen bed in each bedroom | Separate living room |
| 60-inch DISH TV | Full kitchen | Private bathroom |
| In-room safe | Free Wi-Fi |
This is the most practical category for families, colleagues or small groups wanting separate bedrooms.
Accessible Room
Bed: 1 queen
Maximum occupancy: 2
| 1 queen bed | Accessible bathroom | Kitchenette |
| Refrigerator | Microwave | In-room safe |
| Roll-in shower availability | Lowered kitchen facilities | Visual fire alarm |
| Closed-caption television |
The hotel has two accessible guestrooms, both located on the first floor.
Monthly Price Updates
October 2026 Prices
All prices are shown in USD.
The figures below use the hotel's published room-level pricing as the clearest benchmark for October. Rates can still vary according to availability and reservation conditions.
Room-by-Room October Prices
| Room Type | Representative October 2026 Rate |
|---|---|
| Single Standard – 1 Queen + Kitchenette | $242/night |
| Standard – 2 Queen Beds + Kitchenette | $242/night |
| Accessible Queen + Kitchenette | $242/night |
| Premium King + Kitchenette | $269/night |
| Executive Premium King + Full Kitchen | $269/night |
| Executive Suite – King + Full Kitchen + Living Room | $296/night |
| Two-Bedroom Suite – 2 Queens + Full Kitchen | $355/night |
The three Standard-level accommodations are published at $242 per night.
Both premium King categories are published at $269, while the Executive Suite is approximately $296 and the Two-Bedroom Suite is $355.
Price Comparison
For the lowest published rate:
Single Standard → Standard Two Queens → Accessible Queen — $242
For King accommodation:
Premium King — $269
For a full kitchen at the same published King rate:
Executive Premium King — $269
For additional living space:
Executive Suite — $296
For two separate bedrooms:
Two-Bedroom Suite — $355
The Standard Two-Queen Room offers particularly strong value because it costs the same published rate as the Single Standard while accommodating more guests.
Likewise, the Executive Premium Room offers better facilities than the standard Premium Room at the same published $269 rate because it includes a full kitchen rather than a kitchenette.
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These are October 2026 pricing references, not guaranteed permanent rates.
Taxes & Final Cost
The listed prices are published as nightly room rates.
Taxes and any reservation-specific charges are added during booking, and the available hotel information does not provide a reliable room-by-room final taxed total.
Rates are charged per room rather than per person.
No conventional resort fee is prominently advertised.
Cancellation & Prepayment
Aurora Inn has a 3-day cancellation policy.
| Policy | Details |
|---|---|
| Cancellation deadline | At least 3 days before arrival |
| Cancellation within 3 days | One night's room rate |
| Credit card required | Yes |
Accepted cards include:
| Visa | MasterCard | American Express |
Advance-Booking & Walk-In Fees
No dedicated advance-booking fee is advertised.
No separate walk-in or spot-booking fee is listed.
Walk-in reservations depend on available inventory and the room rate offered at arrival.
Breakfast & Dining
A regular complimentary breakfast is not currently advertised.
The hotel provides complimentary coffee and tea in the lobby during the day.
There is no full-service restaurant operating as one of the property's principal hotel facilities, but several restaurants are within walking distance along Front Street and central Nome.
Main Hotel Facilities
| Free Wi-Fi / Starlink | Free parking | Airport shuttle |
| Sauna | Guest laundry | Lobby coffee and tea |
| On-site vehicle rental | Meeting room | Business facilities |
| DISH TV | In-room telephones | Kitchenettes |
| Full kitchens in selected rooms | Accessible rooms | Smoke-free property |
| Bering Sea views |
Paid Facilities & Extras
Potential additional expenses include:
| Aurora Vehicle Rental | Laundry-related services where applicable |
| Rollaway bed where applicable | Meeting-room services |
| Local restaurant meals | Late-cancellation charge |
The hotel does not advertise a traditional resort fee.
Room Facilities
Depending on the selected category, facilities can include:
| Queen or King beds | Refrigerator | Microwave |
| Kitchenette | Full kitchen | Tea/coffee facilities |
| In-room safe | DISH TV | Private bathroom |
| Work desk | Telephone | Free Wi-Fi |
| Living area in suites |
Airport Shuttle & Parking
| Service | Details |
|---|---|
| Nearest airport | Nome Airport — OME |
| Distance | Approximately 1.5 miles / 2.4 km |
| Airport shuttle | Complimentary |
| Parking | Free |
The hotel's official pages list slightly different shuttle operating windows.
One section lists approximately 7:15 AM–5:45 PM, while another lists approximately 8:00 AM–3:45 PM.
Travelers with early or late flights should therefore confirm the applicable shuttle schedule for their stay.
Free parking is available at both the front and rear of the property.
Vehicle Rental
Aurora Vehicle Rentals operates directly from the hotel.
Available vehicle types include:
| 4WD trucks | SUVs | Vans |
The on-site vehicle service is particularly useful because Nome is not connected to Alaska's main highway network.
Sauna & Recreation
Aurora Inn has an on-site sauna.
The property does not advertise:
| Swimming pool | Hot tub |
| Large fitness center | Spa |
Outdoor activities around Nome include wildlife viewing, beach walks, birdwatching, historical exploration and driving the region's limited road network.
Business & Meeting Facilities
Aurora Inn provides business and meeting facilities suitable for smaller groups.
| Facility | Details |
|---|---|
| Meeting rooms | 1 |
| Meeting space | Approximately 550 sq ft |
| Maximum capacity | Around 25 people |
| Business center | Available |
| Fax services | Available |
| Meeting-room Wi-Fi | Available |
Guestrooms also provide work desks and in-room telephone service.
Accessibility
Aurora Inn has two accessible rooms, both located on the first floor.
| Accessible entrance | Accessible parking | Roll-in showers |
| Bathtubs with handrails | Mobility-accessible doors | Lowered kitchen facilities |
| Visual fire alarms | Closed-caption television | Service animals permitted |
There is no elevator to the second floor, so guests with mobility limitations should reserve a first-floor room.
Safety & Security
| Smoke-free guestrooms | Smoke-free public areas |
| In-room safes | Smoke alarms |
| Sprinkler systems | Staffed reception |
| Accessible emergency features |
Check-In & Check-Out
| Policy | Time / Requirement |
|---|---|
| Check-in | From 3:00 PM |
| Check-out | By 11:00 AM |
| Minimum booking/check-in age | 21 |
Children & Extra Beds
Families can stay at Aurora Inn, and several room categories accommodate multiple guests.
The Single Standard Room allows a rollaway bed on request.
The strongest family options are:
| Standard Room – 2 Queens | Two-Bedroom Suite – 2 separate Queen bedrooms |
The Two-Bedroom Suite is particularly useful for families wanting privacy between sleeping areas.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The exception is for service animals.
Group Bookings
Aurora Inn is suitable for smaller groups because it combines:
| Rooms sleeping up to 4 | Two-bedroom suite | Kitchen facilities |
| Meeting space | Airport transportation | Vehicle rentals |
| Free parking |
The Standard Two-Queen Room offers particularly strong value for groups because its published rate is the same as the Single Standard Queen category.
Nearby Restaurants
Popular nearby dining options include:
| Milano's Pizzeria | Polar Cafe | Pingo Bakery – Seafood House |
| Bering Tea Co. | Other Front Street restaurants |
Several dining options are located within easy walking distance in central Nome.
Nearby Tourist Spots & Attractions
| Attraction | Approximate Access |
|---|---|
| Carrie M. McLain Memorial Museum | ~1 minute walk |
| Maruskiya's | ~4 minute walk |
| Anvil City Square | ~6 minute walk |
| Katirvik Cultural Center | ~9 minute walk |
| Bering Sea waterfront | Directly opposite / adjacent |
| Nome Airport (OME) | ~1.5 miles / 2.4 km |
What Is Really Good?
Aurora Inn & Suites stands out because of its unusually practical room configurations.
| Airport shuttle | Free parking | Bering Sea location |
| Kitchenettes | Full kitchens | Two-bedroom suite |
| Sauna | On-site vehicle rental | Free Wi-Fi |
| Laundry facilities | Downtown walkability | Accessible rooms |
The pricing structure is also straightforward: the Two-Queen Standard costs the same $242 published rate as the Single Standard Queen, while the Executive Premium with a full kitchen costs the same $269 as the Premium King with kitchenette.
What Could Be Better?
| No elevator | No regular free breakfast |
| No full-service restaurant | No swimming pool |
| No major fitness center | Some dated areas |
| Shuttle hours do not cover every flight | Premium rooms are relatively expensive |
Nome's remote location and limited lodging supply also contribute to higher room prices.
Recommendation
For a solo traveler or couple prioritizing price, the Single Standard Room is the strongest basic choice at approximately $242 per night, with a Queen bed, private bathroom and kitchenette.
For families or two travelers needing separate beds, the Standard Two-Queen Room provides the best value because it also costs approximately $242 per night while offering two Queen beds and accommodation for up to four guests.
For couples wanting a King bed, the Premium Room is approximately $269 per night.
At the same published $269 rate, the Executive Premium Room offers stronger value when available because it upgrades the kitchenette to a full kitchen.
For travelers wanting a separate living area, the Executive Suite is the strongest premium option at approximately $296 per night.
For families, colleagues or groups needing separate bedrooms, the Two-Bedroom Suite is the most practical accommodation at approximately $355 per night, with two Queen bedrooms, a separate living room and a full kitchen.
Overall, Aurora Inn & Suites is one of the strongest options around Nome Airport (OME) for travelers who value airport transportation, kitchen facilities, free parking, Bering Sea views and an on-site vehicle rental service.
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