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McKinley Chalet Resort

3.5 star property
Resort with free parking, near Denali National Park
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Property grounds
Front of property
Aerial view
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Milepost 238.5 George Parks Hwy, Denali National Park, AK, 99755
  • Mt. Healy Overlook Trail
  • Wilderness Access Center
    5 min drive
  • Denali National Park Visitors Center
    6 min drive
  • Denali National Park, AK (MCL)
    6 min drive

Room options

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Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
In-room safe
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Exterior
Aurora Denali Lodge
Parking included
Free WiFi
Game room
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4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, (1000)
The price is NZ$218
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Aurora Denali Lodge

About the area

Denali National Park

At McKinley Chalet Resort you'll be 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Denali National Park Visitors Center and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Denali National Park. Highlights at this resort include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Karstens Public House, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily. There's also free extended parking, along with the convenience of an area shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Denali National Park resort include Wilderness Access Center and Black Diamond Golf Course.
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What's nearby

  • Wilderness Access Center - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Denali National Park Visitors Center - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Black Diamond Golf Course - 13 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Stampede Trailhead - 36 min drive - 32.4 km

Getting around

  • Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.) - 126 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Prospectors Historic Pizzeria & Alehouse - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Black Bear Coffee House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Denali Doghouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Thai & Chinese Food To Go - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Alpenglow - ‬4 min drive

About this property

McKinley Chalet Resort

Resort with free parking, near Denali National Park
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. There's an onsite business centre.

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

This 3.5-star Denali National Park resort is smoke free.

  • 483 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 28 buildings
  • 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
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
McKinley Chalet Resort offers 483 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature a safe and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 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
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Karstens Public House

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • 28 buildings
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 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 all 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 Resort
McKinley Chalet Resort Denali National Park
McKinley Chalet Resort Resort Denali National Park

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at McKinley Chalet Resort?

McKinley Chalet Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at McKinley Chalet Resort?

Yep, McKinley Chalet Resort has a free self car park and free extended parking.

Does McKinley Chalet Resort serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at McKinley Chalet Resort?

No, McKinley Chalet Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at McKinley Chalet Resort?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at McKinley Chalet Resort?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at McKinley Chalet Resort?

No, pets are not allowed.

McKinley Chalet Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 426 out of 999 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 291 out of 999 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 146 out of 999 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 86 out of 999 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 999 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the friendly, relaxed feel of the resort. All our interactions with staff were very positive, especially Martine at reception, Nick at the bar & Mary-Anne at the door/ tour area. Easy parking and central to the village (especially for those without a car).
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Chirag

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Arrived at property around 6:30 PM.. no parking was available - they asked me to park little further. Went to park at other parking area where no shuttle was available and it was not possible to walk back to checking counter with 4 bags. Drove back again at main parking lot since I had 4 bags with me. Staff was helpful but parking arrangement is horrible.. avoid this place if you have more bags / luggage.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Xiaochen

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The location of this property is superb; yet the condition of this resort varies too much (compared to what is shown on the booking page). Our room was small and really outdated. I was expecting a nicer overall condition of the hardware but was given a room that looked like in the 80s or 90s. The staff here were really nice and friendly though.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evelynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely lodge near Denali National Park
Very convenient to Denali National Park and close to restaurants and shops. Large property with internal transportation.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Timothy

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I don’t recommend - poorly maintained room
The condition of the room was poor Broken window curtain Inoperable window Broken alarm clock - someone smashed it Broken shower rod and curtain Water damage in bathroom with mold from nonfunctional shower curtain Some parts of the lodge are nice Food is meh
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice Time at the Shalet
It was a good comfortable stay. We also ate at the hotel’s steak house restaurant and had a good experience. Had to use a resort shuttle bus to get to room at Canyon Lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Agustin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great experience at this property. The staff were wonderful and very helpful. The rooms were clean and everything worked as it should. My only issue was that the wifi didn't reach the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Umang

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very beautiful property!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Lori

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Sumit

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
It was crowded and old
It was so busy and overly touristy. It was nice that they offered complimentary shuttle. They would not let me checknusnin because it was made under my husbands name which is annoying but fine, but she didnt even bring up the 2nd room we booked for my non-english speaking in laws. We noticed after that we only had 1 set of room keys. When my husband went back to the counter to check in for the 2nd room we booked they required my father in law to come show his id and check in dispite the room being booked under my husbands account. The rooms were fine but the buildings are old and need up dates and there was a lot of mildew in the bathroom. The wifi did not work.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Stanton

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

sheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No air conditioning but 1 fan was supplied Could have used 2
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is awesome. The shuttle drivers are the best.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very nice. Steakhouse was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Vikas, Lebanon

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were given a room in the front of the building which was extremely noisy. The housekeeping was also nit done. When we asked the following day, we were told that we should have told them that we need the room made up the day before. The staff on the reception that we interacted with, was also rude and unprofessional.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shanthi

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alys

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property is very convenient in that there are nice food/shopping options on site. Lobby and public areas are nice but the room/bathroom was worn & dated. Carpet was worn, mattresses were terrible. It was clean. We stayed two nights and the room not serviced during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was so close to the park. The staff was superb. It is a property of Holland America so it’s very busy. It seemed that they were organized for cruise passengers. Unfortunately, no elevator for 2nd floor, no fridge & no microwave. The location though was amazing!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful property that I highly recommend. The resort itself is gorgeous and the rooms are large and very comfortable. After spending more for a room in Seward that wasn't even close to being in the same league as this one, I was pleasantly surprised and amazed by the McKinley Chalet Resort. I would go back there in a heartbeat.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Cindy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice employees…nice property- Housekeeping? Knocking at the door at 8am was uncalled for though- I would definitely stay here again-
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024