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McKinley Creekside Cabins

2.5 star property
Morning coffee by the firepit helps travelers plan Denali adventures, while cozy cabins provide the perfect family retreat in Alaska's natural beauty

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McKinley Creekside Cabins, just outside Denali National Park, offers American dishes at Creekside Cafe with outdoor seating and park views. Families enjoy the garden, playground, and barbecue grills. Free WiFi keeps everyone connected in the wilderness setting.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Signature Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

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

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Basic Cabin, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

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

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Family Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Comfort Room (New Lodge) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

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 drapes/curtains
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Comfort Cabin, 1 King Bed, River View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Comfort Cabin, 1 King Bed, River View

Highlights

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

About the neighborhood

Located in Denali National Park, McKinley Creekside Cabins is in a rural area. While the natural beauty of Denali National Park and Mt. Healy Overlook Trail can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Black Diamond Golf Course. Denali National Park Visitors Center and Stampede Trailhead are two other places to visit that come recommended. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Map
Mile 224 George Parks Hwy, Denali National Park, AK, 99755

What's nearby

  • Wilderness Access Center - 15 min drive - 17.5 miles
  • Kantishna Gallery - 15 min drive - 18.3 miles
  • Denali National Park Visitors Center - 17 min drive - 18.6 miles
  • Denali Dog Sledding Museum - 19 min drive - 20.3 miles
  • Horseshoe Lake - 19 min drive - 18.1 miles

Getting around

  • Fairbanks Intl. Airport (FAI) - 147 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Denali Thai Food - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Creekside Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Panorama Pizza Pub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Prey Bar & Eatery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Moose’s Brew - ‬2 min drive

About this property

McKinley Creekside Cabins

Lodge near Denali National Park
Take advantage of a terrace, a firepit, and a coffee shop/cafe at McKinley Creekside Cabins. The on-site American cuisine café, Creekside Cafe, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. In addition to a garden and a playground, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), ATM/banking services, and bicycle parking
  • Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a vegetable garden
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have amenities such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Furnished balconies or patios, LED light bulbs, and mini fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

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 elevator
  • 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 organized 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 available
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

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 September 12 and May 26.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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 McKinley Creekside Cabins pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at McKinley Creekside Cabins?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at McKinley Creekside Cabins?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is McKinley Creekside Cabins located?

Situated in a rural location, this lodge is 13.3 mi (21.4 km) from Denali National Park and within 25 mi (40 km) of Denali National Park Visitors Center and Black Diamond Golf Course.

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Reviews

McKinley Creekside Cabins Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and restaurant on site
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was not included with our stay but the restaurant onsite had fabulous food for $$.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

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

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

Lannie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice accommodation with a great restaurant, convenient to Denali Nat'l Park and Denali Air.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 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

10/10 Excellent

faith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an amazing stay, my husband loves to grill so was super excited to do on property, quiet peaceful and beautiful scenery
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our family stay! Great food at the cafe. Friendly staff, and beautiful spot close to Denali NP. Bed in the new lodge were comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place. Staff very friendly. Cafe was wonderful place to eat
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sudipta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is beside a creek near to Denali National Park, it a very good location for people visiting Denali.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Snigdha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good stay with great views, love the homelike amenities like big bottles of lotions, shampoo etc. and thoughtful arrangement of utilities like fridge, microwave, plates and silverware in the room. We would stay here again, the cafe is a good option for fresh purchase breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place! Super friendly staff! Restaurant was the best in the area! Well worth it!
Stayed 2 nights 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

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful place to stay just outside Denali National Park. The entire staff has been very welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

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

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay next to the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rashmin

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

Bianca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a great location and the best food/restaurant in Denali!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay when you’re visiting Denali! Beautiful view of the mountains from our cozy cabin. Very friendly front desk and restaurant staff. Delicious food in the restaurant! No other food options around for miles but don’t worry- they’ve got you covered!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Restaurant was fantastic for all meals we had
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved the place!!! The restaurant food was great, the amenities in the room were over the top!!! Never seen such a setup for the coffee—everything you would need and more!! Plus the gift shop had such a great variety of gifts!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay. The room was really nice, clean, there was dining options on the property and beautiful views.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property on the river and fantastic dining options. We loved our 3 nights there.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great place to stay. Given the remote location of Denali National Park, this place is conveniently located to all the necessary amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about our stay!!! It was great to have a restaurant on site along with a coffee shop, bakery and bar. Would definitely Stay here again!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024