Holland America Denali Lodge

3.5 star property
3.5-star resort near Denali National Park

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Property grounds
Lobby
Exterior
Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Milepost 238.5 George Parks Hwy, Denali National Park, AK, 99755
  • Place, Kantishna Gallery
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Wilderness Access Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Denali National Park Visitors Center
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(67 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Denali National Park

Close to airport.You'll find Denali National Park and Denali National Park Visitors Center within 3 miles (5 km) of this McKinley Park resort. Also, Kantishna Gallery is within half a mile (1 km) and Wilderness Access Center is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Kantishna Gallery - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Wilderness Access Center - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Denali National Park Visitors Center - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Denali Dog Sledding Museum - 9 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Horseshoe Lake - 9 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Fairbanks Intl. Airport (FAI) - 126 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alpenglow - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fannie Q’s Saloon - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cabin Nite At McKinley Chalet Resort - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Canyon Steakhouse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Grizzly Grind - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Holland America Denali Lodge

3.5-star resort near Denali National Park
There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. There's an onsite business center.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A vending machine, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Holland America Denali Lodge. An area shuttle within 2 mi is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star McKinley Park resort is smoke free.

  • 483 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 28 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Holland America Denali Lodge offers 483 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 2 mi
  • Free extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: USD 12 to 25 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Shopping

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 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

  • No pets 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

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 25 per person

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 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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

McKinley Chalets
McKinley Chalets Denali National Park
McKinley Chalets Hotel
McKinley Chalets Hotel Denali National Park
Hotel Mckinley Chalet
McKinley Chalet Resort Denali National Park
McKinley Chalet Denali National Park
McKinley Chalet
Mckinley Chalet Hotel Denali National Park And Preserve
McKinley Chalet Resort
Holland America Denali Lodge Resort
Holland America Denali Lodge Denali National Park
Holland America Denali Lodge Resort Denali National Park

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holland America Denali Lodge to the airport?

Holland America Denali Lodge is 117.8 mi (126-min drive) away from the Fairbanks Intl. Airport (FAI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holland America Denali Lodge?

As of Jun 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holland America Denali Lodge on Jun 13, 2026 start from $396, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Holland America Denali Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holland America Denali Lodge.

Does Holland America Denali Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Holland America Denali Lodge, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 12 and 25 per person.

Is there a casino at Holland America Denali Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at Holland America Denali Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4 PM.

Is there free parking at Holland America Denali Lodge?

This resort offers free self parking and extended parking.

Does Holland America Denali Lodge have a pool?

Holland America Denali Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Holland America Denali Lodge have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like American cuisine, al fresco dining, and light fare.

Does Holland America Denali Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this resort.

How close is Holland America Denali Lodge to downtown McKinley Park?

Holland America Denali Lodge is 7.3 mi away from McKinley Park.

Holland America Denali Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 444 out of 999 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 285 out of 999 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 999 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 84 out of 999 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 999 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the property with great restaurants and close to the park.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a beautiful lodge. We loved the restaurant and the very private rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

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

Canyon Lodge

Great place to stay Quiet and nice Great transportation
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kristen

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

Great experience in Denali

Excellent rooms! There was some really nice little trails that we could lock on around the property as well.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Suraj

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

Excellent Hotel with amazing view

it was very good stay, we would have loved to stay longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Zhengdong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

ROGER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved the big clean rooms and comfortable beds especially after 2 days of backcountry hiking in Denali National Park, Each unit is divided into quiet mini compounds giving you a serene view of the Nanana River and Forested grounds.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

RAJIV

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property. Lot of dining options, and shuttle service. Nice views from the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful place, v clean, nice service, recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful views.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The views are spectacular and the staff are amazing. The bus transportation was efficient and organized.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location near Denali National Park! We had a great room down near the river which had beautiful views. Lots of dining options on site and options across the street as well. Would book it again if going to Denali.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would highly recommend-we stayed one other place in Denali and the Holland America Lodge has all of the creature comforts and transportation everywhere you want to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Aliza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay while visiting Denali
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Threasa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was easily accessible to Denali national park. The staff was friendly. The wifi was not the best.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked the buses that helped us get around the property. We liked the variety of restaurants and shops. We also liked the activities, games, music, and s’mores offered on the property. It was a beautiful location on the river and very close to Denali National Park.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shawn

This place is fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, rooms are nothing special but comfortable and the location is worth it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Paige

Food was good in hotel restaurant. The property & location were convenient. Our room was a one bedroom king. Carpet was old & furniture was old, shower was good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

deborah

Liked: Amenities
Great property and very attentive staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Arpita

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location and property shuttle were great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024