About this property

Located 13 miles south of the Denali National Park entrance on Carlo Creek, these cabins feature views of the surrounding forests and mountains. An on-site café serves all homemade food. Rooms at McKinley Creekside Cabins are all equipped with wood furnishings and a private bathroom. Free Wi-Fi and an in-room coffee maker are included. Some rooms also contain a microwave and a refrigerator. The Creekside Café offers a casual dining experience including an espresso bar and a selection of wine and Alaskan beers. The café is known for its large cinnamon rolls and Alaskan baked halibut. The McKinley Cabins are close to several hiking trails and the café offers packed lunches for outdoor excursions. The cabins’ tour desk can also help plan a day in or around Denali. McKinley Creekside is less than 3 hours from Fairbanks and less than 3.5 hours from Anchorage.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • Top pick by families with children

Free parking available on-site


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kelley
    Spain Spain
    This property is so charming. Our cabin faces the creek and chairs are Provided to sit alongside the gushing creek. The deck is nice as well. The restaurant is superb. The food is excellent. The staff are so hospitable. All tours can be...
  • Jörg
    Germany Germany
    This place is just magic; we loved it! The room we had (as far as I remember it correctly it was no. 408) was really spacious, equipped with everything you would expect in such an accommodation, including a well working aircondition. We had a...
  • Piotr
    Poland Poland
    A fantastic stay in cottages located directly on the stream. High standard with a wonderful restaurant. Very helpful staff.
  • Jennifer
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Loved it. Everything about it. Informative emailed before arrival. Greeted with a smile! Stunning location. Great cabin by creek with fab view. Super clean and cafe excellent. Great team working. Always smiling and super efficient. Best place...
  • Sandy
    Australia Australia
    Cabins were great size, comfortable, clean and next to a stream. Fantastic! Food was delicious!
  • Edward
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent food for both dinner and breakfast with good varied menu. Restaurant has nice lively and friendly atmosphere.
  • Steve
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Really well run complex with good quality food offering and wonderful staff
  • Judith
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Setting Good service - very friendly & helpful staff
  • Matteo
    Italy Italy
    The cabins are amazing, our was perfect like a mountain house. Made of wood with a pleasent balcony where to spend late afternoon after an amazing drive trough Denali Nation Park (10 min away from it). My fiancé and I we had an amazing time here....
  • Thisisashrose
    Australia Australia
    Accomodated us last minute, very clean room with great added touches (coffee, takeaway cups and so on). Room is simple, but very cosy. Great onsite restaurant and lovely place to sit by the water.

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Creekside Cafe' and Bakery
    • Cuisine
      American
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

House rules

McKinley Creekside Cabins takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Group bookings or 4 or more rooms should be booked directly with the property.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform McKinley Creekside Cabins in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.