Holland America Denali Lodge

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star resort near Denali National Park Visitors Center

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A lodge with outdoor seating areas, a central gathering space, and a view of the surrounding forest and mountains.
A restaurant with round tables, wooden chairs, and a large window overlooking the street.
A hotel room with a large bed, wooden panel walls, a mirror, two bedside tables with lamps, and a wardrobe.
A spacious lobby with a large wooden ceiling, multiple windows, and a statue in the center.
A rustic lodge with a gift shop, wooden architecture, and a clock tower.

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
(76 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Denali National Park

Close to airport.Your stay at this McKinley Park resort places you within a 10-minute walk of Kantishna Gallery and Alaska Railroad. Denali National Park and Wilderness Access Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Kantishna Gallery - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Alaska Railroad - 1 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Wilderness Access Center - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Denali National Park Visitors Center - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Black Diamond Golf Course - 11 min drive - 11.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Grizzly Grind - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Karstens Public House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Canyon Steakhouse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪River Run Espresso - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Fannie Q’s Saloon - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Holland America Denali Lodge

3.5-star resort near Denali National Park Visitors Center
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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 16 to May 10:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Business center
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Parking area

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

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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.

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. The dining venue(s) will be closed seasonally each year from September 16 to May 10.

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. 449 out of 999 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 268 out of 999 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 142 out of 999 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 85 out of 999 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 55 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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, great shuttle services, excellent in-house entertainment quality and very good hospitality by the hotel staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, nice place
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great experience
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Holland America is really spread out but there is constant shuttle services for guests’ convenience. Two great onsite dine-in restaurants. Had meals at both and very nice. Lot of cruise guests who constantly have to navigate. Had a great room.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a really big Resort in Alaska. We had a great room with a beautiful view of the river (which not a lot of them seemed to have, as we afterward noticed). It is very very busy as the have a lot of group bus tours. They have great shuttle bus services from the train station, National Park etc. and it was very convenient, as the Park Connection Bus and the Denali Wilderness Tour are gonna directly pick you up at the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

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

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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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
While it was a decent place to stay, there are a few things to be aware of. First, parking is not the best. We were told to park in the front lot as there was no parking at the building our room was located. There’s a very steep road that we had to walk up and down to reach our car. Second, there’s one coffee shop in the lobby that opens early. But everyone wants a coffee so the line was 25 people long. The people working were very kind and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Liked: Amenities
Great property and very attentive staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

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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10/10 Excellent

Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location and property shuttle were great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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