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Reviews of McKinley Creekside Cabins

2.5 out of 5
McKinley Creekside Cabins
Mile 224 George Parks Hwy, Denali National Park, AK

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 291 out of 412 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 90 out of 412 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 412 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 412 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 412 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

William

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
Meh, don't bother
Not a very good property, we booked a few days in advance mistakenly, and they refused to cancel and refund, even though it was the end of the season and there was no way that the property was going to be sold out. I tried several times to get a refund, through hotels.com, from property directly, neither party wanted to help or take responsibility for helping me, turly disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from Jessica C on 14 Nov,2023
We apologize for your frustration William. Both Hotels.com and our records show there was no notice of cancellation, so your reservation was considered a no-show. We tried calling you the next day to help rectify the situation, but we could not reach you.

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolute gem near Denali
Gorgeous location, rustic cabins, great food.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from Jessica C on 13 Sept,2023
What a great picture of our cabins! Thank you for the outstanding review Carla!

10/10 Excellent

Christof

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from Jessica C on 13 Sept,2023
Thank you for the fantastic review Christof!

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very neat and clean room. The view over the creek was magnificent. Would love to visit again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from Jessica C on 14 Sept,2023
Thank you for the wonderful review Muhammad!

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was comfortable but very small shower. There is room for a small table in the bathroom and it is much needed for toiletries
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Jessica C on 9 Sept,2023
Thank you for the feedback and great rating Elizabeth!

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful cabin to stay in. Cold rainy night but the heat warmed the building up quickly and the bed and blankets and pillows were so comfortable. Shower and bathroom was perfect. My only comment is I would like a table lamp or two instead of just bright overhead lighting. Not a big deal just a suggestion. Beautiful setting too.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from Jessica C on 9 Sept,2023
Thank you for the wonderful feedback and review Karen! We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay.

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The are was nice and quiet and you could walk around and take in the Alaskan mountains. Wifi was a bit iffy in the rooms, but worked well enough to stay connected the entire time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Jessica C on 6 Sept,2023
Thank you for the feedback about the Wi-Fi Kristen. We are glad you enjoyed your stay!

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful property! A great place to unwind, relax and enjoy other guests. Everything about this place was inviting and enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from Jessica C on 6 Sept,2023
We appreciate the 5 star review Amy!

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cabins are small in size, but everything you need in Alaska.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Jessica C on 6 Sept,2023
Thanks for the great review Steven!

10/10 Excellent

Patricia, WEST CHESTER

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, quiet location near Denali National Park. Simple but comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from Jessica C on 6 Sept,2023
Thank you so much for the outstanding review Patricia!

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hidden treasure with gorgeous view!
Beautiful, relaxing, and peaceful place! Loved the scenery, absolutely breathtaking!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Jessica C on 3 Sept,2023
We appreciate the fantastic review Christina!

10/10 Excellent

Anum Khurram

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend this hotel if you are in the Denali area! There's a stream/river that runs by the cabins and it's really cute. There's a cafe with a full breakfast, brunch, lunch/dinner menu. The cabins are clean, you feel like you are in the middle of nature with easy access to the highway all at the same time. Approximately an 15 minute drive from the main Denali commercial area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from Jessica C on 3 Sept,2023
Thank you so much for the outstanding review Anum!

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from Jessica C on 19 Sept,2023
Thank you for the fantastic rating Judith!

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The restaurant was excellent. Staff super friendly. Outside walking path we enjoyed. Beautiful area to sit and have appetizers along the River with heaters.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from Jessica C on 28 Aug,2023
We love that you enjoyed your stay Linda! Thanks for the the outstanding review!

10/10 Excellent

Tasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So cute! Comfortable beds and yummy cafe food. Everything was great, and the front help desk staff were lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Jessica C on 27 Aug,2023
We appreciate the amazing review and feedback Tasha!

10/10 Excellent

SHAWN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Jessica C on 23 Aug,2023
Thank you for the outstanding rating Shawn!

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful cabin room with all the amenities needed. Great cafe, delicious food. Friendly staff. Close to Denali Park
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Jessica C on 9 Sept,2023
Thank you for the great review Cheryl!

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family stayed at this hotel (paid $418 for a 2 queen bed room), Denali Park Village Lodge (paid $373 for a 2 queen bed room) and Backwoods Lodge (paid $250 for a 2 queen bed room). While this hotel and Denali Park Village Lodge were closer to the park entrance (both about a 10 minute drive) vs the Backwoods Lodge and offered some amenities (such as a restaurant), the Backwoods Lodge was a better value (but had no restaurant and was about 30 minutes drive from the park entrance). The rooms for all 3 hotels were comparable. Given that the Backwood Lodge was materially less expensive, i would go with it. Note: The Denali Park Village Lodge is NOT in the national park; the name is a bit misleading. As noted above, it is about a 10 minute drive south of the park entrance. I don't think there are any hotels in the park itself.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from Jessica C on 20 Aug,2023
Wish we could get more feedback about Creekside! Hope you enjoyed your time in Denali.

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The restaurant was amazing. Such great food! The room was depressing and stark. For the money we paid, I wish it was nicer. Even just some photography on the walls of the beautiful mountains, rivers, and wildlife would have helped.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Jessica C on 20 Aug,2023
Thank you for the great review and feedback Diane! We are happy you enjoyed your stay.

10/10 Excellent

Larry, Canton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay but close to highway noise
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Jessica C on 19 Aug,2023
Thanks for the 5 star review Larry! Be sure to ask for a Creekside Cabin towards the back of the property to be further away from the road.

8/10 Good

Marian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
our cabin was on the river; doesn't get any better than that! super comfortable, quiet, great cafe just yards away.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from Jessica C on 14 Aug,2023
Thank you so much for the great review Marian! We are so happy you enjoyed your stay.

10/10 Excellent

Sachin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place on way to Denali from Anchorage. Rooms spacious and clean. Food at cafe excellent. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from Jessica C on 10 Aug,2023
Thank you so much for the fantastic review Sachin!

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from Jessica C on 28 Aug,2023
Thanks for the 5 out 5 rating Matthew!

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our two night stay here! This place is a hidden gem - located just a few miles from Denali NP and close to many activities in this area. It was the perfect retreat after a long day of sightseeing and activities. We had a creekside cabin - loved sitting outside on our little porch and listening to the water and having the window open during the night. The staff was amazing, bakery amazing (still dreaming of the blueberry scone), restaurant amazing (halibut and chips). Next to Panorama Pizza across Carlo Creek to enjoy a pizza and few drinks. You won't be disappointed if you choose McKinley Creekside.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from Jessica C on 8 Aug,2023
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay with us Cheryl! Thank you for the amazing review!

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from Jessica C on 27 Aug,2023
Thanks for the 5 star rating James!

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay! The cabins are so new and clean, we stayed right by the creek. Kept our windows open so we could hear the water flowing. Easy to get to Denali park entrance. The restaurant was excellent, we didn't go anywhere else during our stay. We had breakfast and dinner each day here. Would definitely recommend this place. If there were 6 stars, they would get 6!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Jessica C on 2 Aug,2023
We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay Robin! Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback and 6 stars!

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing views, very clean, perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from Jessica C on 24 Jul,2023
Thank you so much for the outstanding review! We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay.

8/10 Good

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Jessica C on 22 Jul,2023
Thank you for the great rating!

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rustic cabins along a mountain stream. The staff was very helpful. The food in their cafe was very good along with a great bakery. We celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary there while on a bucket list trip to Denali. The staff in the cafe took great care of us on that special day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Jessica C on 18 Jul,2023
We are thrilled you got to spend your anniversary with us, Congrats! Thank you so much for the outstanding review and cheers to many more years together!

10/10 Excellent

Curt

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great cabin, location to Denali NP, and wonderful restaurant! Best Strawberry rhubarb cake I have ever had and we went back the next morning and ate it again for breakfast! I would have purchased the entire pan if we were not traveling on vacation. LOVED the greenhouse. We took pictures since we were building one in the fall. We spent some time walking among the creek. An amazing stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Jessica C on 16 Jul,2023
Thank you so much for the outstanding review Curt!

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very small cabin. Bathroom is tiny.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Jessica C on 16 Jul,2023
Thanks for the feedback and great review Frank!

10/10 Excellent

Shayna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous accommodations and nature all around. Amazingly accommodating service!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Jessica C on 16 Jul,2023
We appreciate the awesome review Shayna!

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent place to stay. The view from the creek front cabins was beautiful. The food at the Cafe was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Jessica C on 13 Jul,2023
Thank you for the amazing review Patricia! We are so happy you enjoyed your stay.

10/10 Excellent

Beryl

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It superced our expectations. The food was excellent and the accommodations outstanding. The scenery was beautiful and restful. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from Jessica C on 9 Jul,2023
We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for the excellent review.

10/10 Excellent

Cecily, Fairbanks

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The cabins were comfortable in a beautiful riverside setting. The restaurant was excellent. All around great place surprised to not have discovered this place until now. Will probably be our main place to stay when we visit Denali. We are local Alaskans and come relatively often in the open season.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Jessica C on 5 Jul,2023
Thank you for the fantastic feedback Cecily! We look forward to hosting you soon.

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Outstanding
Absolutely amazing!! The cabin we stated in was perfect and right beside the creek. It was immaculate and well thought out.Service from the team was fabulous and the food in the cafe was really good & tasty. Only 6 minutes from the Husky Homestead and just under 20 minutes to the main park
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Jessica C on 29 Jun,2023
We appreciate your amazing review and are thrilled you had an excellent time with us!

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice facilities. Good food!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from Jessica C on 24 Jun,2023
Thank you for the perfect review Donna! We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay.

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Jessica C on 16 Jul,2023
Thank you for the 5 star rating Susan!

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Jessica C on 9 Jul,2023
Thank you for the outstanding review!

10/10 Excellent

Rusty, Las Vegas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great food. Good prices.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from Jessica C on 24 Jun,2023
Thanks for the amazing review Rusty! We are so glad that you had a great meal.

10/10 Excellent

Cally

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from Jessica C on 13 Jun,2023
We are so excited you enjoyed your stay! Thanks for the outstanding review.

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved being right on the creek. Clearly a new facility. Loved the cafe and food options. Staff was excellent. Rooms were wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from Jessica C on 9 Jun,2023
We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay Marianne!

10/10 Excellent

caryn

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Jessica C on 27 Jun,2023
Thanks for the outstanding review!

10/10 Excellent

Halett

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
4th year in the row weve stayed there. It's a highlight of our summers. Wonderful food, service, and rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from Jessica C on 5 Jun,2023
Thanks so much for the outstanding review Halett! We are so happy that you come and visit us yearly.

8/10 Good

Becky

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Response from Jessica C on 13 Oct,2022
Thanks for the terrific rating Becky!

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Just a lot of construction, but everything was perfect and made up for it
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from Jessica C on 15 Sept,2022
Thanks for the fantastic rating David! Yes, we are building a new lodge and café opening in May 2023. You will have to come back and check it out!

10/10 Excellent

amanda

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best stay of my trip! Beautiful room and property. The attention to detail really stands out and the creek is beautiful! I rarely stay in the same place twice, but will definitely stay here anytime I return!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from Jessica C on 11 Sept,2022
We can't wait to see you again Amanda! Thank you for the amazing rating and review.

8/10 Good

Meredith

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lodge was a hotel type experience. Brand new and clean, with lots of little supplies provided like shampoo, conditioner, body wash, paper plates, utensils, napkins, welcome gift of peanut butter fudge and trail mix! Pizza place right next door open late was an added bonus since not much else around for dining. Heard great things about the cafe on property so was bummed it was closed for the season. Overall, great place to stay, pretty river along property and lots of seating to enjoy it, even if weather is bad, since there is a brand new covered pavilion with a grill. Looks like a great spot for a party!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Response from Jessica C on 11 Sept,2022
Thank you for the feedback and great review Meredith! We are in the process of building a new café and hotel lobby, so be sure to come back to visit!

8/10 Good

Yakov

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice place, a lot of noise from the road
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from Jessica C on 7 Sept,2022
Thank you for the review Yakov!

10/10 Excellent

Chen

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from Jessica C on 7 Sept,2022
Thank you for the fantastic rating Chen!