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Ma Johnson's Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel near McCarthy Footbridge in Chitina

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Property grounds
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Staircase
Comfort Twin Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Hallway

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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101 Kennicott Avenue, Chitina, AK, 99566
  • Place, McCarthy-Kennicott Historical Museum
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, McCarthy Footbridge
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, McCarthy Road Information Station
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, McCarthy, AK (MXY)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Twin Room, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Classic Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View, Mountainside | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View, Mountainside

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Twin Room | Valley view

Comfort Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Triple Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Classic Double Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Classic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

McCarthy

In entertainment district.You'll find McCarthy Footbridge and McCarthy Road Information Station within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. McCarthy Creek and Kennecott Visitor Center are also in the area.

What's nearby

  • McCarthy-Kennicott Historical Museum - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • McCarthy Footbridge - 6 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • McCarthy Road Information Station - 8 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Kennecott Visitor Center - 15 min drive - 4.8 miles

Getting around

  • McCarthy, AK (MXY) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Potato - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Golden Saloon - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Meatza Wagon - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪As The Glacier Melts - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tailor-Made Pizza - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Ma Johnson's Hotel

Hotel near McCarthy Footbridge in Chitina
There are 3 restaurants and 2 coffee shops/cafes, as well as a grocery/convenience store. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Ma Johnson's Hotel. Only motorcycle parking is available.

This Chitina hotel is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 3 dining venues
  • 2 coffee shops
  • Local cuisine breakfast (free)
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Ma Johnson's Hotel offers 20 accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • High chair
  • Playground

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite motorcycle parking only

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Mountain biking
  • Playground
  • Winery release events

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Food and drink

  • Champagne service

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 7:00 AM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in fee: USD 25 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between September 16 and May 14.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: USD 35 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 250 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 30 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per day.

Property 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.

  • Pet deposit: USD 250 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 35 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: USD 25 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per day

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, 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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Ma Johnson's Hotel Hotel
Ma Johnson's Hotel Chitina
Ma Johnson's Hotel Hotel Chitina

Frequently asked questions

How close is Ma Johnson's Hotel to the airport?

Ma Johnson's Hotel is 1.5 mi (6-min drive) away from the McCarthy, AK (MXY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Ma Johnson's Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Ma Johnson's Hotel.

Does Ma Johnson's Hotel offer free breakfast?

Ma Johnson's Hotel offers free local cuisine breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Ma Johnson's Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Ma Johnson's Hotel?

Check-in start time: 7:00 AM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Ma Johnson's Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Ma Johnson's Hotel have a pool?

Ma Johnson's Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Ma Johnson's Hotel have a restaurant?

There are 3 onsite restaurants, offering options like American cuisine, al fresco dining, and light fare.

Does Ma Johnson's Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Ma Johnson's Hotel to downtown Chitina?

Ma Johnson's Hotel is 0.1 mi away from McCarthy.

Ma Johnson's Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 60 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

End of the season stay

Ma Johnson's is the classic vintage small town hotel. The decor reflected the town's history and each room was decorated accordingly. They were upfront about things like a shared bathroom and no outlets in the rooms. It was a little cold upstairs since that floor does not have heaters in the rooms but they gave us extra blankets. For us, these things were issues and it was fun to socialize w/the other guests while charging up our electronics. The WiFi worked great as did the transportation. Everyone was helpful and it was easy to get around town. The breakfast was outstanding!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you want to see Wrangell St Elias NP this is the place to stay. The town is old school but fun and quirky. Not much to it though so dont go expecting a lot. Very good food in town. Shuttle makes things easy. Getting to McCarthy is a challenge but Im glad we did it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Carl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As expected. Would have preferred in-room bath and electric though
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Emily drove the shuttle, gave great advice on what to see, worked the front desk and did the laundry. They ran an extension cord for our CPAPs and the lobby was a cozy place to charge your phone and chat with other travelers. They went over and above to take care of us.
The lobby
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
McCarthy is a very unique experience- a step back in time. Very clean and quiet. The Salmon and bear restaurant for breakfast was excellent. Their dinner menu is top notch.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great ambiance and a very friendly inviting staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn, Fredericksburg

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic hotel in charming little town. Staff was super friendly and helpful. Very clean. Great location. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brynn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience in McCarthy! The front desk staff were super friendly and talkative.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We tried to stay at the Kenicott Lodge and are so glad it was full! Thats when we found Ma Johnson's Hotel! Absolutely fantastic!! It was like stepping into a time warp and going back in time. And McCarthy is not to be missed! What a cool little town. We stayed 3 nights at Ma's and enjoyed every minute. We were able to walk to a glacier, took the mine tour and went flightseeing, all of which Irecommend highly!! Add this to your Alaskan vacation plans!!
This is the room we had. It was like going to a movie set. These are all pictures of the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its a unique place. Very comfortable, accommodating. Hope to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel was located in the center of town. Easy to just walk across the street to dine. Very friendly staff. Would be nice to have battery operated clock. Other than that it was a great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mildred

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the old time charm of the hotel. It was exactly as advertised. Neil and Emily were more than accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pankaj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was our first time in McCarthy and Ma Johnson staff helped us plan the visit and made us feel like family. The staff and the hotel is amazing.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an iconic landmark with historic charm. Sharing bathroom was no big deal since everyone was so nice and became like family. No elevator but there are first floor rooms. Copper Balley shuttle was so convenient!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lizabeth, Anacortes

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very well maintained and renovated historic hotel with bathrooms down the hall. Breakfast was across the street at the 'saloon'. Good food and activities but be prepared to be close to nature.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying at Ma’s. It was great to have all the dogs in and out. So fun. McCarthy is a unique community in an awesome area. We had such a lovely time. Thank you 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an issue where it could have been, “ not such a pleasant outcome.” Ragen, front desk at Ma Johnson’s handled the issue with ease and helped us out so much. She was great the way she handled our problem. This was my 4th time to McCarthy and I will definitely keep coming back. The owner, Neil was working the breakfast time and I casually asked a question of “Did he remember the band with a long name from two years ago.” He couldn’t off the top of his head and I said, don’t worry about it. He went and found out and then had a great conversation with us. He didn’t have to do that but he did. This is McCarthy and why I keep coming back. A great place with great people.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sleepless Nights in McCarthy

They own a bar directly across the street from the hotel and they play loud music until well after midnight. This hotel bills itself as a throwback in time near a small ghost town we were expecting peace and quiet, not a rock concert. When the front desk person left for the night she put out a bowl of earplugs with no explanation, then we learned why.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Britton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
History of hotel and area is amazing! Make sire to dine at rhe Salmon and Bear, tour the mine and hike on Root Glacier. Magic!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024