I had no idea what to expect & was pleasantly surprised with how nice our room was. (I booked a…read morequeen but I believe it was a twin) all the amenities listed on the site were in fact in the room and in nice, clean working order. Our room had an outside plug in so we could plug our vehicle in - bring your own extension cord. Cantwell is a "pit stop" location, there is NO store aside from one single gas station so come with microwaveable food or you will have to take about a 30-60 min drive depending on which way you're going. Denali is closed Sept-April so durning that time, your only option is Healy or Anchorage.

Great place to stay and a nice surprise on our trip north. Run by a very friendly and helpful…read morehusband and wife team. Our stay was excellent. Very clean and comfortable room.

We came in between backpacking stints in Denali NP, this spot was a total haven to us. Great rooms…read morewith clean bathrooms a few yards away, great service, and a great price. Thanks Tammy!

I'm in a group of 5 that looked for lodging in Denali National Park back in mid-late July (and my…read moretrip was mid-late August), so nothing was available except Carlo Creek Cabins, and even most of their cabins were booked. We ended up getting Cabin 9, which is close to the office and therefore wifi, and Cabin A, which is quite far and has neither wifi, service, nor a private bathroom. The shared bathroom actually was clean and fine, but I hate how there's a light timer switch of 15 min maximum (I take 15-30 min showers when I wash my hair). Also, in the shower house I used closest to my room, only 1 of the 2 shower stalls had hot water. Another problem is the hours of the office and the shuttle (Denali Hostel & Cabins shuttle services Carlo Lodges, The Perch and Creekside which are extremely close by) don't really make sense with everything else going on in the park. For one, the Park Connection Motorcoach from Anchorage to Denali either arrives 12:30 pm or 8:30 pm. However, the Carlo Lodge Office is only open 8 to 11 am and 3 to 8 pm. When we arrived around 1 pm using their shuttle pickup, we literally had 2 hours of nothing to do there. We didn't have the wifi password at the time either. Second, some of the 8 am activities require you to be at Denali Cabins for pickup by 7 am. However, the shuttle itself arrives 7 am at Carlo Lodges. Lastly, they charge $20/person plus fees if you book online. For my group of 5, that means $106 each time ONE WAY to go anywhere. At least the restaurants nearby are pretty good. Creekside Cafe is the only one open every day from morning to night though lol.

After a subpar stay in Anchorage, I loved my stay at Denali Lakeview Inn so much, I honestly did…read morenot want to leave and wish I had an extra night. They originally did not have all 3 nights available in one room so I booked one night in one and two nights in another. Before we left, we were advised that the Alaska room had opened up for all 3 of our nights and we were upgraded for no additional charge so we didn't have to move. The Alaska room is the largest one they have and is so spacious that it spanned the whole middle portion of that building. Breakfast for the entire stay is left in the fridge in the room so you can mix and match your juices, pastries, etc.. The beds were comfortable and the views were spectacular that we saw more moose out of our room window than we did in Denali. I stayed up two nights in a row watching them, the first night, right outside our window where if I went downstairs, I would've been within that 50 feet of personal space we are supposed to give them. The following day, I saw them in the distance in the afternoon with their babies and that night a show with 5 moose in total including a lake crossing to our side. I enjoyed our last morning just sitting in our room enjoying the view before checking out, it was so beautiful. If it wasn't so windy, I would've love to take the kayak out to explore the lake.

Wow, we just had the BEST stay there! What a beautiful and inviting place to stay! The views of the…read moremountains and lake were truly breathtaking. We saw moose every day just walking along the water, and the staff was so kind and helpful. The rooms were very clean, and every room looks out at the lake. Even tho we had the room right by the lobby, it was quiet and relaxing. It really felt like we were staying in someone's home instead of a hotel. We arrived to fresh baked bread pudding! Thank you, we will absolutely stay here on our next visit back to Alaska.

The campus is beautiful and the food is amazing. Loved the close but not too close proximity to…read moreDenali park. Room was really clean, (my only gripe was that the blinds did not block out the midnight sun) but otherwise it was cozy and comfortable. Well worth the price. Also the view from the creek was amazing.

This place is surrounded by mountains, very clean, next to creek. We had booked cabins and stayed…read morefor two nights. I ate most of my meals in this restaurant and totally love it. Bakery items are delicious too. You can customize what you like and get unlimited refill of coffee. Servers r polite, food is tasty. Definitely will come again whenever i visit Alaska.

This restaurant was so cool. We stayed in Denali and camped and came here for lunch. Good food and…read morea neat building. Definitely not your normal restaurant and the service was great. Love to explore locally and experience things that aren't the norm. The building was built on a hill I think and the building has changed with movement over the years. It definitely wasn't a perfectly straight building and it felt uneven walking through it but that was all in the character and uniqueness of it. I didn't try the salmon.

Salmon Bake was our accommodation of choice during our short trip to Denali. They have two types of…read morecabins - economy and standard. Being the cheapos that we are, we stayed at the economy ones. Their economy cabins were basically foam insulated tent-like cabins that look like a tent from the outside, but are finished like cabins on the inside with painted wood walls, screened windows, electric heat and lights. There were 2 double beds complete with linens, blankets and towels inside. And then the bathroom facilities are shared with the other economy cabins. What was kinda creepy though was that there were locks on all of the cabins from the outside... So if you were inside and you left your lock outside or if someone else came by with their own lock, well - watch out! ;) No such prank occurred in our group, luckily! Since they only have 12 of these suckers, make reservations! Also, they have a free shuttle which takes you to Denali's visitor center. Very convenient for spending your days at the park. And awesome on the wallet.

I have made a living out of travel for 39 years. I spend my off time well off the beaten path…read more Kantishna Road House Backcountry Lodge far exceeded my expectations. From the moment I arrived, I felt like family. A warm and welcoming coordinator and crew, and an impeccable lodge was ready for anything I might want to do or see. Guided hikes, self guided mountain tours for wildlife photos, bike rides to the lake or beyond and of course, a campfire. The guides are very knowledgeable and love to share. It is difficult to explain just how truly awe inspiring the beauty of the park is, and how much I felt at home in the hills and the lodge. Flyfishing moose creek and panning for gold was just a bonus to the week. And a quick word about the food. In all my travels this is the first time Ive ever photographed my meals. Visual works of art, and a taste from the Gods. Every meal was an experience. They even catered to my special dietary needs. I could chat forever about this beautiful place and its family of people, but I think I'll finish with this. I cannot wait to return and experience everything again and again. A special lodge, in a special place, with special people, who are especially sincere. Kantishna Roadhouse! What are you waiting for ...

We stayed here 15 years ago and enjoyed it very much so we dcided to splurge again and spend…read moreanother 3 days. Many people complain about the 6 hour bus ride to cover the 92 miles to the lodge but for us it is one of the highlights of the trip because that is the best place to see the wild game of the park. Certainly there are no guarantees but we saw bears, carabou, dall sheep, a golden eagle, an arctic ground squirrel and magnificant scenery. The bus drivers are knowledgable, experienced and excellent game spotters because they know where to look. Some people choose to fly in or out which provides unimaginable views of Denali if the weather is good. We chose to return by the Kantishna bus because the first vehicle on the park road in the morning has the best chance to see wildlife. Compared to our previous trip, we had the place to ourselves. Only about 25% of the dining room was utilized and many cabins were empty. Covid rules required that brakfast be served instead of a buffet but the meals were memorable. The meals were some of our best in Alaska and the chef was really creative in his preparation. Service was attentive and friendly. It was obvious that the lodge was short staffed but everyone did a good job of meeting our every need. The guided hikes were informative and varying levels of difficulty were offered. The staff shared duties guiding, serving in the dining room, driving vans, etc. but each had speciaties as naturalists and they were expert sources of knowledge about birds, flowers, plants and geology. We were exceptionally lucky in that Denali was "out" every night and morning and we were shuttled to Wonder Lake to get the best views. This involves a 1/2 mile walk from the required parking area. Prices in the bar were comparable to what you would pay in Anchorage or Fairbanks. Be aware that in June, hoards of mosquitos will try to carry you away. Be prepared with long sleeved shirts and lots of repellent. Without question, this place is expensive at $1150 a day per couple but it is an incomperable experience. The cabins are large and comfortable but at the same time rustic. Any place else in Alaska, this cabin would rent for about $150 a night without the food, guide service and transportation but in this special spot there are no inexpensive options. Some people choose to spend outrageous amounts on elaborate weddings or first class airfare. This is the same kind of once in a lifetime experience, so go big if you are willing to forget the cost.

If you are craving a bite to eat after arriving at Princess Lodges (from Anchorage) and want…read moresomething warm, come here to get some yummy soup! My husband ordered the following to-go items: (1) Salmon corn chowder soup, bowl at $6.99 - this was yummy especially if you like salmon; wasn't too heavy either, just the right hint of corn and some mid-size chunks of salmon thrown in there (2) Chicken noodle soup, cup at $4.99 - tastes like any ordinary chicken soup; nothing too special A convenient stop for food if you are staying at the Princess Lodges.

If I could give zero stars I would. Waited over an hour for food. People that came in after us were…read moreleaving long before our burger and salad arrived. When it finally came my portobello burger that was supposed to be fire grilled, came floating in pool of oil. Literally it was dripping and pooling on my plate. I didn't eat it. The manager comped our food for the wait time, thank goodness because I really didn't want to pay for that gross thing. Eeeew.

Loved this place! I stayed in canvas castle, tent #5. It was perfectly described by host. The cot…read morewas very comfortable and the place was quiet. I experienced wonderful nights of sleep my two nights here. It was a very quiet place and easy to get around. The parking was very close and easily accessible. The showers were hot and clean and I never had to wait for a bathroom or shower. I would definitely stay here again. I felt safe and comfortable. It rained the entire time, and the tent remained dry.

Denali Hostel & cabins needs to be on your list of places to stay. It was very scenic and…read morepeaceful. The lodging was comfortable and the staff is incredible. Walking outside, hanging out by Carlo Creek and seeing mountains is just breathtaking.

Calling all wine-os, craft cocktail connoisseurs, foodies and farm-to-table fans! The Perch bar &…read morerestaurant has some treats for you! This beautiful house-turned-restaurant offers guests an intimate dining option that is perfect for a sexy date- GORGEOUS views and atmosphere. The service is casual with a super fun / friendly vibe but you feel quite fancy being up there because the food is so nice! The bartender, Jared, is ready to make you a drink that you'll enjoy and and the kitchen staff is ON IT! So many locally sourced meats, seafood options, home-grown vegetables and herbs- this place should really charge more than it does. We enjoyed a gorgeous salted beef appetizer platter (with whole heads of roasted garlic- say no more!) as well as two beautiful specials and two AMAZING DESSERTS. Drank too many cocktails and wines but it was hard not to when Jared was whippin' up magic behind the bar... This was one of the few fine dining / high quality food experiences we've found in the Denali area and we LOVED it!! And we ate like fat kings for just a little over $100- I'm talkin like 3+ drinks each, appetizers, entrees AND 2 huge desserts- all totally house-made and worth every penny. Can't wait for a warm day to go hang out on their deck! THANK-YOU PERCH KITCHEN AND SERVING STAFF!! You were all amazing and such a TREAT! :)

Premier resort and restaurant... not talk of the state, talk of the nation! If you don't come and…read moreeat here, you missed.

Had a wonderful experience. The staff, including the front desk manager (she was incredible) made…read moreit such an enjoyable stay. Upon arrival, we received advice on how to make the most of our trip with local activities. We ended up doing a heli-hike (based on their recommendation) which was a life changing experience. The grounds were nice, clean, and maintained. The room was comfortable, clean, and quiet. Parking was easy, and the staff at the on-site bar/restaurant we're also great. We actually went to the "nice restaurant" at the Princess Cruises Hotel in our first evening, thinking we wanted fine dining. That was disappointing (cheap pour on drinks and food was mediocre). I guess my advice is stick with the local, non corporate businesses when in this area. This is a local business that has value really wanting to celebrate the community.

Don't leave medicine in your cabin . Our's walked away . So…read moresad . The walkway is always blocked with the potable water truck . I know they have to have it ,but the walkway is blocked a lot .