Grande Denali Lodge
Lodge in McKinley Park, AK
2 queen beds
Reasons to book
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental
About this lodge
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a refrigerator and free WiFi, as well as a flat-screen TV and a coffee/tea maker. Other amenities include laundry facilities, towels, a phone, and a desk.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Map of McKinley Park, AK
Available Rooms
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
2 Queen
Sleeps 4
You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing
Standard Room, 1 King Bed
1 King
Sleeps 3
You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds
2 Queen
Sleeps 4
You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
1 King
Sleeps 3
You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible
2 Queen
Sleeps 4
You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing
$$$$
Ratings and reviews
3.0 / 10.0
The place was clean and comfortable but had no frills. No cart to wheel your luggae in and had to wheel luggage thru gravel to get in building. Witteness an elderly couple having trouble getting in building due to man being in wheel chair and gravel. Customer service was like talking to robots gave information but not friendly. Even though the room was expensive everything was for a fee. No coffee in lounge or water. And on the check out day they were in a hurry for you to leave. They were knocking at your door by 8:00 in the morning and if you didnt answer right away they opened your door. There was no soap and very little shampoo in our bathroom.
8.0 / 10.0
Great location and nice view
However parking can be a challenge
6.0 / 10.0
Beautiful setting, Denali.
Nice room and the view from the restaurant is wonderful.
However, this is the loudest hotel. If you need a quiet spot, this is not for you. There is no insulation and every footstep, toilet flush, shower, can be heard in your room.
AT least, try for a top floor - maybe it is better there.
3.0 / 10.0
There seemed to be nothing there but places to pay more (than $400/night!). Not even a small exercise room. The bathroom was a mess - door handle was broken so the door could not lock. The towel rack is about to fall out of the wall. There was
Almost nothing in the shower soap bottles & they were vey hard to use. The room was sparse. Not even an extra blanket. The trash cans were tiny, so those eating take-out food had nowhere to throw trash.
It had 1 thing going for it - a view of the mountains. You decide if that’s worth $400.
2.0 / 10.0
reviews of other guests are mostly right - this lodge is totally overpriced and poor quality that it can only survive because of lack of competition - nevertheless i would advise anyone to stay somewhere else at Denali. First night we find a fried chicken left over in the corner, second night we realize there is no service, not even the garbage they replaced, didnt mention it to us either - second day we found out the breakfast buffet has perhaps the worst hotel food in history, totally not worth it, then some of the staff- like the lady at the bar - disappears for long periods of time and is smoking outside while the guests are wondering where she is..... a sequence of bad experiences denoting a management that doenst care but does not hesitate is simply ripping off customers since they have no choice....... just stay somewhere else please
6.0 / 10.0
Despite the location of the property on a hillside, not all rooms have decent views. Parking does fill up around dinner/lunch time resulting in inconvenience for boarding guests. Front desk service could definitely be trained better to be more helpful and polite.
10.0 / 10.0
The property is conveniently located near the Denali National Park entrance. Perched on a hillside, the views are magnificent. Parking is somewhat limited, but many guests arrive by train and use the shuttle to the park. Tour busses- permitted to go the full 43 miles into the park- pick up right at the hotel. The room was comfortable and had a microwave, fridge and coffee maker.
5.0 / 10.0
The room was nice, the views were amazing. My only complaint is that there aren't enough parking spaces. I ended up parking in staff only parking area and just informed the front desk. Staff that interacted with were pleasant.
6.0 / 10.0
Nothing unique. It just seemed really pricey for what we received. On check in we were informed that we would get no maid service until after we checked out. We were told if we needed anything, we should call the front desk.
10.0 / 10.0
Everything was very well organized which made trip logistics very easy. Lodge is a nice location with great views.
6.0 / 10.0
Area around properties is beautiful however not super impressed with the room or the staff. Thinking that it is probably because it is at the end of the season.
8.0 / 10.0
Property was definitely nice. Having a restaurant on sight was a good option, a bit pricey but convenient. Would’ve liked to have had a fitness room for quick workouts.
1.0 / 10.0
No one was able to help when we were stuck outside our room in the middle of the night.
10.0 / 10.0
Even thought we didn't get a room with the view of the mountains we still like the property. Little expensive but i understand they are only open for 6 months out of the year. Clean and we enjoyed the restaurant
4.0 / 10.0
We recently stayed at your hotel for two nights, booking a standard room. Unfortunately, our experience was disappointing due to several issues. Our room was located directly above the service laundry room, and we could hear loud noises and feel vibrations throughout the day, continuing until after 11 PM each night. This significantly affected our comfort. It’s hard to believe that the senior staff member at the front desk wasn’t aware of this issue, unless she was a new employee.
Additionally, the water pressure in the shower was very low, making it difficult to wash, especially if you have long hair. The shampoo and conditioner dispensers were also problematic—one was empty, and both were difficult to use.
The parking area and the driveway leading to it were unpaved, which made transporting our luggage to the front desk quite challenging, particularly since parts of the road made it impossible to use the luggage wheels. I can only imagine how much worse this would be in the rain.
On a positive note, the waiter in the restaurant was excellent—helpful, friendly, and by far the best part of our stay.
8.0 / 10.0
It was above average lodge. The view was incredible! No vending machines and other than the substandard Aplenglow Restaurant (spelling?), then was no snacks available after 3 p.m. when the little coffee kiosk closed. It would have been nice to have at least vending machines for drinks and snacks.
10.0 / 10.0
Location was great
8.0 / 10.0
They try to get you to purchase the $22 round trip or $16 one way transportation between hotel and train station, however they have a free shuttle that goes to the visitor center and it's just a walk across the road to the train station. $32 for breakfast buffet we skipped! They did text us to see if we needed anything and she was able to answer my questions before we arrived which was quite nice and appreciated
5.0 / 10.0
Very nice lodge close to Denali National park.
2.0 / 10.0
No water no electric and no one contacted the guest with a plan or help
10.0 / 10.0
Very nice and helpful staff. The shuttle is a huge help! Nice room with a great view!
4.0 / 10.0
Not bad. Too short stay to judge it
4.0 / 10.0
Nice place to stay close to the park. Rooms were clean on arrival
8.0 / 10.0
The room was not much to talk about. Clean and a decent shower. The staff and the shuttles were outstanding. I would have liked if the shuttles ran ever 30 minutes rather than every hour.
5.0 / 10.0
What a stunning property! Everything appeared to have been recently renovated- it could not have been more clean. The best view in the entire area, perched above the other properties but with a convenient shuttle to get you where you needed to be. The concierge texted us to check in and provide extra guidance, which was an extra-special touch. The breakfast was awesome, too!
10.0 / 10.0
Great staff. Great service. Would highly recommend!
10.0 / 10.0
Restaurant over priced and not great
6.0 / 10.0
Bed covers were not clean
10.0 / 10.0
Very nice accommodations and great restaurant
2.0 / 10.0
There was so water in the morning when we woke up. I understand how things happen however, the front desk employee gave us attitude when we talked with him. There was no laundry facility for us to use after they reinstated the water. The portapotties were not brought out til 10:00 a.m. The rest of the staff were excellent
3.0 / 10.0
Expensive for what you get. Standard hotel room, small in room coffee maker, microwave and refrigerator. Coffee bar, bar & restaurant were expensive. No complimentary coffee available in lobby. Free shuttle available to downtown and to the park visitor center. Facility had issues with water one night so we had to use porta potty. Received small discount for this trouble.
Thought we would receive an elevated “lodge” type experience but in no way did it meet that expectation.
10.0 / 10.0
Amazing scenery and very clean.
3.0 / 10.0
Reception was terrible at checkin
10.0 / 10.0
The view from the property was amazing, the shuttle service was so convenient, and the staff was extremely helpful
8.0 / 10.0
Staff was not helpful. They made me request coffee cups multiple times. I was ultimately was helped by a member of the front desk staff but the experience was frustrating especially, for a small thing like coffee cups. The hotel overall was an enjoyable experience however.
8.0 / 10.0
Great views and yummy food! The restaurant, and especially the breakfast, are a bit pricey, but delicious. Overall great stay!
10.0 / 10.0
Incredible views!
10.0 / 10.0
It was comfortable and useful.
The ladies at the desk were great. The guy from kazachstan was less cled up.
8.0 / 10.0
Beautiful hotel well maintained rooms very clean. Needed transportation to go anywhere which was fine they had great shuttle service
10.0 / 10.0
The $31 breakfast buffet is absurd. Clearly the property is aware because the host felt obligated to tell us. Unfortunately, with the time we had prior to our excursion this was our only option. Also a host told me and my daughter the bar was open seating. After I ordered a drink and she ordered a soda an additinal bartender told us we weren't allowed. Finally dragging luggage through gravel to get to our room at a $400 accommodation is ridiculous.
FAQs
How much does this lodge cost compared to others in McKinley Park?
The average price for a rental in McKinley Park is $441 per night. This rental is $184 above the average.
Is parking included with this lodge?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Grande Denali Lodge. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this lodge?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this lodge. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Grande Denali Lodge pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this lodge is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Grande Denali Lodge?
We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
Explore similar vacation rentals in McKinley Park
Explore all rentals in McKinley ParkMcKinley Park travel inspiration
Read our blogGuides
Best East Coast Beaches and Getaway Locations You Can’t Miss
Budget Travel
7 Most Affordable Snowbird Destinations for 2025
Guides
Top Activities to Try in Panama City Beach, Florida
Guides
Top Things to Do in Gulf Shores, Alabama: Adventure and Fun Await
Local Culture
Exploring Miami’s Wynwood District: Street Art, Food, and More
Guides
Fun Things to Do in Ocean City, Maryland
Local Culture
A Foodie’s Guide to the Best Dining in Orlando, Florida
Guides
Top Things to Do in Oahu and Honolulu