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Denali Bluffs Hotel

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Located close to Wilderness Access Center and Denali National Park Visitors Center, Denali Bluffs Hotel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. The on-site barbecue restaurant, Mountaineer Grill and Bar, offers breakfast, dinner, and al fresco dining. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a fireplace in the lobby.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

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A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboard, a balcony with a view, and a wooden wardrobe.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A log cabin-style room with two beds, a desk, and a large window offering a mountain view.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • River view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A wooden cabin room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Room, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboard, a balcony with a view, and a wooden wardrobe.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in McKinley Park, Denali Bluffs Hotel is in the mountains. While the natural beauty of Wilderness Access Center and Stampede Trailhead can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Black Diamond Golf Course. Denali National Park Visitors Center and Mt. Healy Overlook Trail are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ziplining and ecotours. Visit our Denali National Park travel guide
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Mile 238 4 George Parks Hwy, Denali National Park, AK, 99755

What's nearby

  • A train traveling through a mountainous landscape with snow-capped peaks in the background.
    Alaska Railroad
    2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • A snow-covered mountain range with rugged terrain and clear skies.
    Denali National Park Visitors Center
    5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Kantishna Gallery
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Wilderness Access Center
    3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Black Diamond Golf Course
    12 min drive - 11.8 miles

Getting around

  • Fairbanks Intl. Airport (FAI)
    126 min drive

Restaurants

  • Grizzly Grind
    8 min walk
  • Karstens Public House
    12 min walk
  • Canyon Steakhouse
    8 min walk
  • River Run Espresso
    4 min walk
  • Fannie Q’s Saloon
    4 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
  • Train station shuttle at scheduled times
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Mountaineer Grill and Bar
  • Perky Moose Espresso

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible train station shuttle
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 12 buildings
  • Built in 1997
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 10 and May 24.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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 and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Denali Bluffs Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Denali Bluffs Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Denali Bluffs Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Denali Bluffs Hotel located?

Situated in the mountains, this hotel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Wilderness Access Center and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Denali National Park Visitors Center. Black Diamond Golf Course and Stampede Trailhead are also within 25 mi (40 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Denali Bluffs Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 414 out of 896 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 283 out of 896 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 123 out of 896 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 896 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 896 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super helpful staff and front desk
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay surrounded by the mountains!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, new and with a beautiful view!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, cute little cabin like roo, view of the mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great assisting all travelers which were part of a group arriving by train. We were scheduled by our tour group at the last minute and were accommodated with friendliness and helpfulness.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place in a near perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and location were amazing. Only reason this didn’t get a higher rating was the noise. Could hear every step of the person above us. Otherwise they had great restaurants, views were awesome as well as the convenience of being close to Denali park entrance and lots of cute shops nearby
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the Denali Bluffs hotel, from the time we were picked up at the rail depot, the staff and the ride to the hotel everything was wonderful. I loved the room and the view however the bathroom sink was very clogged and that was gross but we were there for a night so i just let it go. Otherwise the room and the hotel location was awesome i would love to come back to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked the double standard room. Room was very small and not very clean. Only one key to this particular room not an electronic lockable lock. Very inconvenient for two or more guests. One of the beds had a metal post protruding out from under the bed skirt, which was not noticeable and caused an injury. Management had the bed fixed, but no apology or any type of compensation was made. I would not recommend this hotel and will most likely stay at the Denali princess wilderness Lodge, where I had a wonderful meal in one of their restaurants with amazing view. I am very disappointed in Denali Bluffs hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location and super nice staff but the rooms are not what are pictured in the photos.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only positive about this property is the location. Everything else is just terrible!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, beautiful hotel. One great feature was that I was traveling by train and when I got on in Anchorage, they asked me what hotel in Denali and my bags were automatically sent to the hotel and direct to my room so I didn’t have to bother with my bags which was a great convenience. All of the staff were very helpful and super friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
For the cost of the room, I was disappointed with it. It was a small, two queen bedroom. The beds were quite hard and the layout is what you would expect for a Comfort Inn level of hotel: not an over $700/night (after taxes and fees) location. While I know the season is short here, that price was outrageous given the lack of amenities and comfort level. There is no view from many of the rooms, especially ours. We could see the woods behind us and that is all. I asked for a room that would be good for an elderly man with a cane and did get a ground floor room, but it was the one furthest from the bus stop. If you get a decent price, this is an adequate place to stay, but don't overpay like I did. It is shameful what they charged for a mediocre room with no breakfast, no perks, and very few amenities. It's only feature is distance to Denali. Do yourself a favor, if you have to stay here, and take their free shuttle up to the Grand Denali Lodge to eat and to take in the views from that location. Denali Bluffs appears to be their overflow location and not nearly as good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, wonderful staff the rooms were nice.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, friendly personal.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The young girl that checked us in was so pleasant and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice lodge with a great restaurant!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the Bluffs! Great location to everything, shuttles, and walkable to lots of things.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view and close to everything in the town center
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Possibly the most convenient lodging location to visit Denali National park. Has all the amenities to rest and relax at the end of the day
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location with superb access to the park.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We upgraded to a Deluxe room and there was amazing views from the room we had! The room was comfortable, staff were all good and the hotel was easy walk to the downtown area with a few shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Fun at the Bluffs

Employees were great! They were friendly and very helpful! Hotel was clean. The room was spacious and the view was beautiful! I enjoyed my stay and recommend this hotel. I will definitely stay there again!
From my balcony, Whoohoo!
Nice view
Nice property
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service and nice location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023