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McKinley Creekside Cabins

2.5 star property
Lodge with free parking, in the vicinity of Denali National Park

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Front of property
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine, al fresco dining
Comfort Room (New Lodge)
Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View | Mountain view
Café

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Mile 224 George Parks Hwy, Denali National Park, AK, 99755
  • Place, Wilderness Access Center
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Kantishna Gallery
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Denali National Park Visitors Center
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Signature Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Mini-fridge
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Mini-fridge
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Basic Cabin, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Mini-fridge
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Family Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Mini-fridge
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Room (New Lodge)

Comfort Room (New Lodge)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Comfort Cabin, 1 King Bed, River View

Comfort Cabin, 1 King Bed, River View

Comfort Cabin, 1 King Bed, River View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 24 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Denali National Park

At McKinley Creekside Cabins, you'll be 21.3 km (13.3 mi) from Denali National Park and 24.1 km (15 mi) from Denali National Park Visitors Center. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The café, Creekside Cafe, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights in the region of this Denali National Park lodge include Mt. Healy Overlook Trail and Black Diamond Golf Course.
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What's nearby

  • Wilderness Access Center - 15 min drive - 28.1 km
  • Kantishna Gallery - 15 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Denali National Park Visitors Center - 17 min drive - 29.8 km
  • Denali Dog Sledding Museum - 19 min drive - 32.6 km
  • Horseshoe Lake - 19 min drive - 29.1 km

Getting around

  • Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Denali Thai Food - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Creekside Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Panorama Pizza Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Prey Bar & Eatery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Moose’s Brew - ‬2 min drive

About this property

McKinley Creekside Cabins

Lodge with free parking, in the vicinity of Denali National Park
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at McKinley Creekside Cabins. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Denali National Park lodge.

  • 45 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
McKinley Creekside Cabins offers 45 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include free toiletries and blackout curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; USD 5 to 18 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Creekside Cafe

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests must provide their own transportation to this property; public transportation is not easily accessible.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 12 September and 26 May.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 18 per person

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

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

Property is also known as

McKinley Creekside Cabins Cabin Denali National Park
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McKinley Creekside Cabins Denali National Park
McKinley Creekside Cabins
McKinley Creekside Cabins Lodge
McKinley Creekside Cabins Denali National Park
McKinley Creekside Cabins Lodge Denali National Park

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at McKinley Creekside Cabins?

Yep, McKinley Creekside Cabins has a free self car park.

What makes McKinley Creekside Cabins a romantic place to stay?

Al fresco dining, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at McKinley Creekside Cabins.

Does McKinley Creekside Cabins serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order breakfast is served weekdays between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at McKinley Creekside Cabins?

No, McKinley Creekside Cabins does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at McKinley Creekside Cabins?

Yep, you can grab a meal at McKinley Creekside Cabins's onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at McKinley Creekside Cabins?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at McKinley Creekside Cabins?

No, pets are not allowed.

McKinley Creekside Cabins Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 410 out of 553 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 553 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 553 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 553 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 553 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yimin, Hinsdale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Remote & quiet with excellent onsite dining. No other services. Fastest wifi we had on the trip, including all over Anchorage. Only14 miles to Denali Visitor Centor.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eunju

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet location. Room in lodge was clean
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheng, Fremont

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Great food.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would give ten stars if possible

We could not have asked for any better place to stay for our trip to Denali. It was nice to be away from the hustle and bustle of the other lodging places at the Park road. The lodging, food and service was way beyond expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very comfortable and quiet. I especially liked that they had a cafe where the food was delicious. Also getting to and from Denali Park was a breeze
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Needed a firm mattress because of bad back but none was available. Slept on the floor. The walls between rooms did not muffle the noise of the other guests. We were actually awakened and kept awake by their activity. The room could have used a comfortable chair. The staff was wonderful and the cafe had good food and lovely servers.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A wonderful place to stay when visiting Denali National Park with great restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, Thomson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting, great creek on property and near Denali.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very cute, super close to the park
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eve

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was excellent! Restaurant was exceptional ! Loved this place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Amenities
I loved the location, the restaurant, our room and the staff!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leann

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was delicious!! Loved having no TV in the rooms. Great views
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The creekside views can’t be beat!

Our stay was absolutely perfect. The cabin was clean and had a beautiful view. It was so nice to sleep with the window open and hear the creek at night. We had dinner twice and breakfast at the cafe. All of it was delicious. One of the best pot pies I have ever had. The bakery items were so good, I had to keep going back for more each day.
Cabin 14
Turkey pot pie
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cabins were nice.Weather was a little rainy while we were there so we did not use the outside facilities much. We lost power for a few hours one morning which means no water, lights, and cafe could not operate. I heard that short periods of power outage are not uncommon. Cafe was very good but very busy and had long waits to get a table.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priscila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cabins are beautifully done, spacious, clean and they each have their own small deck - with privacy. They serve an amazing breakfast (you pay for it, of course), but the ambience and the flowers all around the property are amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Visit to Danali

Great location. Everyone greeted us with a smile. Cabin was perfect. Dinner was delicious at their on site restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ilmira

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant was very good
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajeev

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay when visiting Denali Park. It’s about 20 miles south of the park entrance. Nice cottage with great view of mountains and creeks.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at McKinley Creekside Cabins was amazing. The Lodge room included all the amenities to make our stay comfortable: a full size coffee pot, full size lotions and shower gel, microwave and fridge along with comfy beds. The small deck looked out onto the property and mountains in the distance. The restaurant on site was delicious. From breakfast, to lunch and dinner, the staff’s goal was to ensure that your meals were of the highest quality. A delightful stay near the entrance of Denali Park!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa, Lakeville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
You could smell the septic system from our room. Couldn’t sit on the deck because the smell was so bad. Food in restaurant was fabulous. Staff was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rashmin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everyone in our group (4 of us) found the place to be excellent. The room and bathroom were big and clean. Everything worked as expected. The restaurant was good though food choice was a bit limited for vegetarians. Overall, a great place to stay in Denali.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devin, Bowling Green

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ERIC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are large, clean and comfortable. It is a little bit of a drive from the park entrance. The restaurant was top notch amazing. The breakfasts were really good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025