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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)

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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
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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)

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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 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)

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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
  • 256 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
Mile 224 George Parks Hwy, Denali National Park, AK, 99755

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 Intl. Airport (FAI) - 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 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
  • Limited onsite 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 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
McKinley Creekside Cabins Cabin
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 (21.3 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

9.6

Eco-friendliness

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

Judith

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

10/10 Excellent

Gregg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly staff . Excellent food and bakery
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheng

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

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 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

John

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

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and staff friendly and super helpful. Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 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

Ilmira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant was very good
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 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

Eunju

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

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

Susan

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

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

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

Rajeev

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

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

Daryl

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

gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024