Denali Bluffs Hotel

3.0 star property

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A lodge with multiple cabins, a bus, and a mountainous backdrop.
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A deck with outdoor seating and a view of mountains.
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Front of property

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Mile 238 4 George Parks Hwy, Denali National Park, AK, 99755
  • Place, Kantishna Gallery
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Wilderness Access Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Denali National Park Visitors Center
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(39 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • River view
  • 392 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Denali National Park

Wilderness Access Center is within 2 miles (3 km) of Denali Bluffs Hotel while other popular attractions such as Denali National Park Visitors Center are within 3 miles (5 km). This 112-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge, along with free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Kantishna Gallery - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Wilderness Access Center - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Denali National Park Visitors Center - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Black Diamond Golf Course - 12 min drive - 11.8 miles
  • Stampede Trailhead - 41 min drive - 25.5 miles

Getting around

  • Fairbanks Intl. Airport (FAI) - 126 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Karstens Public House - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Canyon Steakhouse - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Grizzly Grind - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Alpenglow - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Lynx Creek Pizza - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Denali Bluffs Hotel

Guests of Denali Bluffs Hotel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and microwave in a common area. There's free parking and a train station shuttle. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a computer station, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
TVs come with cable channels. Coffee makers, hair dryers, and phones are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
  • Train station shuttle at scheduled times
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Mountaineer Grill and Bar
  • Perky Moose Espresso

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible train station shuttle
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 12 buildings
  • Built in 1997
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 10 and May 24.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-5 AM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the shuttle service to and from the train station (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Denali Bluffs Hotel?

Denali Bluffs Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Denali Bluffs Hotel?

As of Jul 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Denali Bluffs Hotel on Jul 6, 2026 start from $493, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see around Denali Bluffs Hotel?

Guests enjoy the hotel's walkable location in McKinley Park based on their ratings, and it's a short 5-minute walk from Kantishna Gallery and also 13 minutes on foot from Alaska Railroad. You'll also find Denali National Park and Wilderness Access Center within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Denali Bluffs Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Denali Bluffs Hotel have a casino?

No, Denali Bluffs Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Denali Bluffs Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Denali Bluffs Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an al fresco restaurant and a bar/lounge plus some guestrooms include river views.

Does Denali Bluffs Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Denali Bluffs Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Denali Bluffs Hotel serves breakfast for a surcharge at Mountaineer Grill and Bar.

Will Denali Bluffs Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Denali Bluffs Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does Denali Bluffs Hotel have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Are there rooms with balconies at Denali Bluffs Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Denali Bluffs Hotel.

Denali Bluffs Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 394 out of 853 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 272 out of 853 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 853 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 853 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 853 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ravi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite a comfortable property with very convenient hotel shuttle all day to go around.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pefect place to stay if visiting Denali
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

JoDee

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, wonderful staff the rooms were nice.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The young girl that checked us in was so pleasant and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the Bluffs! Great location to everything, shuttles, and walkable to lots of things.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were great with helping with our luggage
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Evgeny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, friendly personal.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Xingmin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view and close to everything in the town center
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay while exploring Denali.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We upgraded to a Deluxe room and there was amazing views from the room we had! The room was comfortable, staff were all good and the hotel was easy walk to the downtown area with a few shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ajay Sudarshan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Possibly the most convenient lodging location to visit Denali National park. Has all the amenities to rest and relax at the end of the day
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice lodge with a great restaurant!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

garret g

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to park.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Talisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay and would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ashley gave us an outstanding reception! Very nice property-
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fun at the Bluffs

Employees were great! They were friendly and very helpful! Hotel was clean. The room was spacious and the view was beautiful! I enjoyed my stay and recommend this hotel. I will definitely stay there again!
From my balcony, Whoohoo!
Nice view
Nice property
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Ping

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good view in room
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms had great views of mountains. The downside is there are no microwaves in the rooms or lobby to heat up your own food.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marjorie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spectacular views of Denali area. Nice daytime shuttle to Denali visitors center, RR Depot, & Bluff restaurant. Helpful staff. Peaceful. Nice room.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
View was amazing! Nice clean comfortable rooms! Dining was delicious 👍! Maybe improve the road coming into the property (potholes) and add more parking for guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bruno

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cozy hotel, great location, nice staff, convenient restaurant. Great place to stay in Denali
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Bluffs is a beautiful hotel located next the park! So convenient! Beautifully decorated & updated cabin like rooms. Very spacious rooms with AC or heat. Very comfortable beds, linens, pillows, towels. Spacious bathrooms with great water pressure. Breakfast restaurant is a plus! Loved our stay here!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel, walking distance to cruise terminal, restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023