McKinley Creekside Cabins, Café & Bakery
Review of McKinley Creekside Cabins, Café & Bakery
McKinley Creekside Cabins, Café & Bakery is a small locally owned and operated boutique Alaskan lodge, restaurant, and bakery. Located just 15 minutes from Denali National Park in Denali National Park and Preserve, Alaska, this establishment offers thoughtful accommodations close to the park.
The cabins and rooms at McKinley Creekside Cabins are cozy and comfortable, providing a peaceful retreat for visitors. The lodge rooms are nice and clean, with hot water for a relaxing shower after a day of exploring. The cabins, situated along the creek, offer a million-dollar view without being overpriced. Guests can fall asleep to the soothing sound of the creek running and wake up to breathtaking views from their cabin porches.
The on-site café and bakery at McKinley Creekside Cabins are a highlight for guests. The food is fresh, simple, and delicious, with a variety of options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The café's specialties include Holly's Thai Stir Fry, smoked salmon dip, Duke's Burger, and nightly specials that are always wonderful and unique. The bakery delights guests with freshly baked cinnamon rolls, strawberry rhubarb coffee cake, and a wide selection of desserts and pastries.
One of the standout features of McKinley Creekside Cabins is the friendly and knowledgeable staff. Visitors consistently praise the owners and staff for being some of the most friendly and helpful people they have encountered in their travels. The staff takes the time to talk to guests, make suggestions on their favorite things to do, and provide excellent service throughout their stay.
The grounds and gardens of McKinley Creekside Cabins are absolutely stunning, adding to the overall charm and beauty of the property. The picnic area with BBQs is a great spot for guests to enjoy a meal outdoors while surrounded by nature. Nearby hiking trails offer opportunities for outdoor exploration and adventure.
Overall, McKinley Creekside Cabins, Café & Bakery is a gem in the Denali National Park area. With its thoughtful accommodations, delicious food, friendly staff, and beautiful surroundings, it provides an excellent base for visitors looking to experience the wonders of Denali National Park and Preserve.
From the business
"McKinley Creekside Cabins, Café, & Bakery is a small locally owned and operated boutique Alaskan lodge, restaurant and bakery. Creekside is located just 15 minutes from Denali National Park on beautiful Carlo Creek, surrounded by mountains. We cater to independent visitors and small groups looking for thoughtful accommodations close to Denali National Park."
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Kelsey Griffiths
The individual cabins are so comfy and cozy, and the view from the porch was so stunning, we never wanted to leave! The entire staff is also super friendly and helpful. Would absolutely stay here again in a heartbeat.
Angeline Tinder
McKinley Cabins and Cafe was a wonderful stay. It was very welcoming and very cozy.
The room was great, beautiful and very neat. The breakfast was great on point and the hospitality makes you feel home. I love it there and definitely plan on coming back again and definitely recommended to others to stay.
Alberto Garcia
It would be hard to find a better place to stay while in Denali. Our beautiful cabin by the creek was spotless clean! It came with a brand-new comfortable bed, microwave and refrigerator. We enjoyed having dinner on our patio right in front of the creek. The staff at the check in desk and at the café were very friendly and accommodating. Speaking of the café, the food was excellent.
Morgan G.
Great breakfast spot & served as our daily coffee stop before heading into Denali National Park! Their bakery items are amazing! Will recommend to friends and family :)
Michelle Hagen
Shout out to Jillian she was a fantastic waitress, funny and personable! Breakfast was great, I recommend the pecan sticky buns, yum!
Jeff Zapp
Stayed three nights in one of their brand new cabins. The location was perfect; close enough to Denali National Park without all of the crowds. Rooms were clean and large enough for 4 people to sleep comfortably. Nice having a refrigerator too. The staff was amazing - very friendly and helpful with suggestions and tips on Denali excursions. The cafe has very good food - opens early for breakfast through 10 p.m. Their homemade baked goods (cinnamon rolls) were delicious. Sean at the front desk was able to get us on a last minute Denali tour (to Kantishna) and was able to see the mountain! Highly recommend this place for your next trip.
Shawn Kane
I LOVED our stay in Denali at these cabins! The room was perfect for my family of 4, and the food at the cafe is some of the best food I have ever tasted (and I am a foodie!). We will definitely stay here again on our future trips to Alaska.
Maarten Hofman
We didn't stay at the cabins, but did eat at the cafe. The food was good, but the drinks left a bit to be desired: the hot water wasn't exactly hot, which meant that the tea didn't really taste of anything, despite the high price that you pay for it. Nonetheless, its location along the highway is convenient and especially after coming from the Denali Highway this feels like civilization. There are restrooms out at the back.
Jason Perrego
Great place to stay if your visiting Denali or passing through. Staff is very friendly. Falling asleep listening to the creek was fantastic. Rooms are clean and rustic, beds are comfy and I would have stole the pillow if my wife let me. Only thing I would change is breakfast menu and cook. It left alot to be desired for dinner prices. We will be back again.
Larry Lefbom
Great, peaceful, clean place to stay. we had a cabin along side the creek. the cabins each have 2 rooms with good wifi, a little refrigerator, comfortable bed. They have a small table and 2 chair patio/balcony overlooking the creek (at least in our room). Our son had the room next door and we couldn't hear him. Beautiful Adirondack chairs creekside made for an idyllic happy hour. We liked the restaurant and ate their for b'fast and dinner for 2 days. nice little fire pit and they sell a s'mores kit at the reception desk. A great stay. Get the creekside cabin if you can!