Denali Bluffs Hotel

3.0 star property
Mountain hotel with restaurant, near Wilderness Access Center

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Nestled near Denali National Park Visitors Center, Denali Bluffs Hotel offers a warm welcome with a garden, coffee shop/cafe and Mountaineer Grill and Bar restaurant serving breakfast. Bike rentals are available to explore the trails or unwind by the fireplace in the lobby. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business centre
  • Train station pick-up service
  • Train station drop-off service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Computer station
  • Reception fireplace

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • River view
  • 36 sq m
  • 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

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About the area

Map
Mile 238 4 George Parks Hwy, Denali National Park, AK, 99755

What's nearby

  • Kantishna Gallery - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Wilderness Access Center - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Denali National Park Visitors Center - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Horseshoe Lake - 8 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Black Diamond Golf Course - 12 min drive - 19.3 km

Getting around

  • Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.) - 126 min drive
  • Train station drop-off (surcharge)
  • Train station pickup (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Alpenglow - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Miners Market - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cabin Nite At McKinley Chalet Resort - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Miller's Gourmet Popcorn - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Denali Bluffs Hotel

When you stay at Denali Bluffs Hotel, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Wilderness Access Center and Denali National Park. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit Mountaineer Grill and Bar, which serves barbecue and is open for breakfast and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and a terrace. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 112 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Transfers

    • Train station shuttle from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Shared microwave
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Zip-lining nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bike hire

Facilities

  • 12 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1997
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in reception

Accessibility

  • Accessible train station shuttle

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Phone

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Mountaineer Grill and Bar – This restaurant specialises in barbecue and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).
Perky Moose Espresso – This coffee shop specialises in American cuisine and only serves light fare.

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 10 December and 24 May.

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Denali Bluffs Hotel currently open?

The property is closed between 10 December and 24 May.

Does Denali Bluffs Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Denali Bluffs Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Denali Bluffs Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Denali Bluffs Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Denali Bluffs Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 5 AM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Denali Bluffs Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with activities such as fishing, hiking and mountain biking, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Denali Bluffs Hotel also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Denali Bluffs Hotel?

Yes, Mountaineer Grill and Bar offers al fresco dining and barbecue.

What's the area around Denali Bluffs Hotel like?

Denali Bluffs Hotel is located a short 5-minute walk from Kantishna Gallery. Travellers love the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

Denali Bluffs Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very good

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The shuttle service was convenient, helpful, and made traveling to and from the bus depot and park seamless. (9 reviews)
  • The on-site restaurant offered a decent menu, convenient dining, and excellent food with friendly service. (11 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful stay!
Ben, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place
Karen, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Quite a comfortable property with very convenient hotel shuttle all day to go around.
Ravi, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Pefect place to stay if visiting Denali
Scott, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The young girl that checked us in was so pleasant and helpful!
Sherry, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved the Bluffs! Great location to everything, shuttles, and walkable to lots of things.
Lori, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The staff were great with helping with our luggage
Bonnie, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice place, friendly personal.
Evgeny, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very clean, wonderful staff the rooms were nice.
JoDee, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Richard, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing view and close to everything in the town center
Xingmin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Close to park.
garret g, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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
Linda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Ashley gave us an outstanding reception! Very nice property-
Peter, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Spectacular views of Denali area. Nice daytime shuttle to Denali visitors center, RR Depot, & Bluff restaurant. Helpful staff. Peaceful. Nice room.
Marjorie, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good view in room
Ping, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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
Ajay Sudarshan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Rooms had great views of mountains. The downside is there are no microwaves in the rooms or lobby to heat up your own food.
Amy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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!
Karen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Jennifer, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great place to stay while exploring Denali.
Anne, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everyone was so helpful!
Krista, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice lodge with a great restaurant!
Richard, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Convenient for Denali Park. Food options are limited in the Denali Park area.
Anurag, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent view of the Denali Park. Hotel staffs are very helpful and friendly. The cafe and pub within the campus offer great food options. The grocery store is within walking distance.
BRIAN, 2-night trip