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Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge

3.5 star property
Unwind with a riverside retreat that offers endless adventure from golf to shopping – then warm up with good food by the firepit.

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A dining table with a meal, wine glasses, and a scenic view of a forest and river. - Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge (Denali National Park)
A lobby with a stone fireplace, a General Store sign, and a view of the store's interior. - Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge (Denali National Park)
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a ceiling fan, and a TV on the wall. - Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge (Denali National Park)
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Experience the serene beauty of Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge, nestled by the river. Enjoy golfing on site, shopping at your convenience, and cozying up by the firepit after a meal at one of 4 restaurants or coffee shops/cafes. Guests appreciate helpful staff and perks like laundry facilities and free self parking.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a ceiling fan, and a TV on the wall.

Deluxe Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(96 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in McKinley Park, Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge is in the mountains and on a river. Alaska Railroad is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Denali National Park and Horseshoe Lake. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. Visit our Denali National Park travel guide
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Mile 238.5 George Parks Hwy, Denali National Park, AK, 99755

What's nearby

  • A gravel path leading through a mountainous landscape with a lake and snow-capped peaks in the background.
    Denali National Park Visitors Center
    6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Kantishna Gallery
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Wilderness Access Center
    4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Horseshoe Lake
    9 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Stampede Trailhead
    41 min drive - 25.3 miles

Getting around

  • Fairbanks Intl. Airport (FAI)
    127 min drive

Restaurants

  • Alpenglow
    18 min walk
  • Fannie Q’s Saloon
    2 min walk
  • Cabin Nite At McKinley Chalet Resort
    3 min walk
  • Canyon Steakhouse
    6 min walk
  • Grizzly Grind
    6 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Dial-up internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 5:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 30 per person
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 4 restaurants

Restaurants on site

  • Fannie Q's Salan
  • Grizzly Burger
  • King Salmon Restaurant
  • Lynx Creek Pizza & Pub
  • River Run Espresso

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Fixed shower seat
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10.00 to 30.00 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, 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
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

Frequently asked questions

Is Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge 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 Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge?

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

What time is check-out at Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge located?

Situated on a river, this lodge is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Kantishna Gallery and within 3 mi (5 km) of Denali National Park and Denali National Park Visitors Center. Alaska Railroad and Wilderness Access Center are also within 2 mi (3 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 Princess Wilderness Lodge Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

7.2

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 280 out of 566 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 126 out of 566 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 566 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 566 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 566 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yoshiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean and nice place to stay. It had everything we needed, restaurants and shops. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property with excellent shopping and restaurants onsite. Completely unexpected for the middle of the wild Alaskan interior
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was above average, very nice rooms and great view of Mt. McKinley. Loved our stay. The outdoor area was amazing and plenty of pillows to make you more comfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for access to Denali National Park. Room was quite noisy from room above. Great shuttle service to train and park visitor centre.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property but I do wish there was something for breakfast or dinner that didnt cost extra as there is already a premium on booking. Luckily theres plenty to get across the street or you can pay. The patio between a and b building is very nice. Staff was a mix between helpful and borderline rude at times. Rooms were very clean. Overall I would stay again but I do believe it could've been a little better for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The good: the staff is super friendly and helpful. The room was quiet and clean, beds were comfortable. The view of the Denali National Park was awesome. The location of the hotel is quite close to the Denali National Park. The not so good: the decor was outdated and the furnishings are showing sign of age. The entire property needs an overhaul. The food was mediocre at the two restaurants we ate at and quite expensive for what it is.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
DPL is built as its own ecosystem and has wonderful shops and restaurants. Very close to bike rental, airstrip and bus depot. The row of shops across the street are convenient and provide variety. The only complaints are: 1. There are no fridges or silverware in the rooms. 2. The wonderful lobby of Buildings A and B has a terrible bar to operates at weird hours and has the lamest coffee I’ve had in ages. They should do something about that.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Xinyao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Khwaja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall an wonderful stay. Picturesque location.
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10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, wonderful views, clean rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Douglas Wade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the property - Access to the restaurants, bars and shopping. Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kamie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in, clean rooms, and helpful service.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ankeet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel and beautiful location. Everything was very good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting with stunning views of the Alaska mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spent a couple days here with extended family. Truly beautiful area with great access to so many excursions in and around the National Park. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to National Park
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Earl

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

Great place to stay

It’s lovely , clean . And the good at the restaurant s was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Rucha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots of things to do around the building and comfortable rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Adwait Avinash

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location! Very nice views around, plus plenty of dining options. This place has everything including multiple gift shops, dining, coffee, trails (except refrigerators and microwaves)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms great food ...wonderful help
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

P. Kenneth

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked the location and the views and the restaurant was great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property has a cabin country feeling with breath taking views of mountains and river.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful location, excellent service.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Amelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best part was the shuttle service to and from the lodge to Denali National Park. Easy and convenient!
Front of lodge and interior.
Buildings and little stores.
Fun carvings.
The view across the street from lodge property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Solid hotel in great location

Wonderful location, very nice hotel with older style but clean rooms, beautiful lodge and property. Good restaurants onsite, great Saloon (Fanny Q's). Friendly staff, many just starting for the season. Princess and Holland America cruises stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025