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Reviews of Denali Bluffs Hotel 3 stars

Milepost 238.4 George Parks Highway, McKinley Park, AK 99755, United States

Review score

Based on 119 hotel reviews

7.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.3

  • Comfort

    8.3

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    7.9

  • Staff

    8.5

  • Value for money

    6.8

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: 14 September 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    it was so cabin like.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 September 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The room was nice except there was a large hole in the shower wall, it looked like it had been covered at one point but not when we were there. The staff was ok, one was a bit rude and the other was fine. We requested to be put on the call list if the northern lights were out, unfortunately we did not get that call but were informed by other guests that the lights were in fact out.

    The view from the deck and location were great!!! Beds were comfortable and the room had everything you would expect it to. Walkable to a lot of things and wonderful that they had a shuttle to take you places since it's not easy to get around Denali without a vehicle.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Too much walking. Limited parking near checkin. Property caters to tour buses, primarily.

    Great location. Friendly, efficient staff

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 September 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The view from balcony looking directly at accommodation in front No sheer curtains for added privacy Lacking sound proofing in walls..could easily hear neighbours

    Shuttle service Location

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    THE BREAKFAST LOOKED OVERCOOKED AND BROWN. I DECIDED NOT TO HAVE IT

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2024

    8.0
    One of a limited number of places to stay near park entrance. Do what they do pretty well .
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Sound proofing poor

    Location Restaurant good Packed lunches good Sort problems quickly Handle bags well Good housekeeping

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 August 2024

    9.0
    Excellent location, close to Denali National Park. You’ll overpay for food here.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Didn’t like parking so far below two levels and no one available to come give us a ride on the cart. TV was very old and grainy. Rooms were very small. Coffee, sandwiches, and other food was VERY expensive!

    Staff was very friendly! The place was clean. The location was super convenient, so close to the National Park. The view from the common facilities was excellent. Overall great stay.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 July 2024

    8.0
    Fun but expensive
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit pricey, but on par with the competition. Surprised by the non-stop train of tourist busses that arrive daily. Pretty sure I caught covid while there.

    Proximate to the entrance of Denali Park, dining & shopping.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 July 2024

    9.0
    Best choice for Denali
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was no housekeeping (perhaps only on request). This is fine for a couple of days but at least the trash could be taken out, and coffee/toiletries replenished. Shuttle bus was once an hour and there was a pause in the afternoon when the train arrives, and immediately after this pause the service was not very reliable. The price per night was high which is common for Denali but for such a price one should at least get some snacks in the room and not have to pay extra for the transfer from the railway station. All that said, in my view, this was the best choice of hotel for Denali.

    It is a great hotel, the room was beautifully furnished and had a nice little balcony which was a pleasant surprise. Restaurant and cafe on site and a spacious terrace on which one can relax and enjoy wonderful views. Less than 10 minutes walk to "centre" with grocery store, souvenir shops and some restaurants. Free shuttle to the Visitor centre, which was very convenient. Staff were nice and efficient.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 June 2024

    7.0
    Convenient location, nice staff and as advertised
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Tiny bathroom that could have been cleaner in the bath and on walls. The towel rack was broken and towels were on the old side. TV a was not working for the whole 3 night stay. No room service or stock replenishment but we were warned about this in advance so fair enough. Overall however I am still happy with my choice to stay at Denali Bluffs.

    Good location with easy access to Denali Visitors centre. Brown bus pickup point as well a regular shuttle. The restaurant food was quite OK at decent prices. Reception staff were very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    friendly staff and a good shuttle to get around

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 September 2023

    9.0
    beds were comfortable, food was good , staff was great!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    little dated

    staff was great- very helpful, shuttle buses were great

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 September 2023

    8.0
    We enjoyed our time at Denali Bluffs
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfastnot included and All you can eat was way too expensive for Australians$40 each. No toast available

    Facilities,the views shuttle bus. Friendly helpful staff

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 September 2023

    8.0
    Overall nice except the trek from the car to the room for a senior.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Getting back and forth form the car to the room with luggage is a chore for a senior. If you are young this would not be a problem.

    Not disappointed.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 September 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very comfortable beds. Loved the balcony overlooking the park. Excellent shower.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 September 2023

    7.0
    Good place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Smell of sewage. Cost of breakfast and cafe.

    Shuttle service. Staff attitude. Restaurant.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 August 2023

    8.0
    Convenient, comfortable hotel with a beautiful view of the park
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The traffic noise from the highway below the hotel. This is THE ONLY road between Anchorage & Fairbanks, so ALL cars & trucks use it! Don’t know if units farther back on the property are quieter in this regard. Earplugs definitely helped. The food is decent. As the website said, they are in RURAL Alaska, and things do not get there quickly. The restaurant was good for breakfast & dinner; but other hotels, and some small restaurants are within a few minutes walk also have good dining rooms. The two “ grocery” stores have mostly grab & go stuff. Since Denali Bluffs rooms do NOT have microwaves, this limits you to fridge foods. All in all we were fine food wise; but, it took some planning, $$, and walking.

    The view, comfortable room, quiet, very clean rom and property. The shuttle service from hotel into Denali was excellent. So glad we were at Denali Bluffs, as the bus stopped there first then went up the hill to the Grand Denali hotel; but often there was no room in the 9:30 am shuttle for those folks. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We also loved their tradition of celebrating Christmas on Aug. 25-didn’t know it’s a National Parks tradition! There’s a reason! The season ends around September 15, so late season folks may see a bit less staff/supplies? Also be prepared to walk at the property & in the small shopping/tourist area.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2023

    8.0
    Excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Stayed lower floor. A lot of noise from the room above even they just walk around the room.

    The easiest location to and from Denali national park with sufficient shuttles.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 July 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Infrastructure is way too old to update

    Bella is very helpful and informative for hotel and surroundings

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2023

    8.0
    Expensive but OK stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    View, stairs and hills to get to your room, no ice. Not convenient for elderly.

    Room, convenience to restaurants, gift shops and gas.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2023

    9.0
    Stay was very nice.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Room was very nice and very close to the bus stop and main desk.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Expensive and somewhat dated.

    Shuttle was the key to staying there.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 September 2022

    8.0
    Great locale , comfortable but overpriced
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Grill not open til 4pm Only real breakfast was buffet at $28++

    Location was perfect

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 29 August 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Prices and lack of variety in food on site My bag was missing for 2 hours. When it was delivered to me the handle was broken. The body wash dispenser was empty. One of the knobs on the armoire came off as the screw was stripped. Very noisy when the bus/cruise people arrived after 10 pm. Upstairs people were very loud as was the rooms next to me. I could hear their conversations.

    The shuttle. The bed was very comfortable.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2022

    9.0
    Cute lobby and bar high on a hilltop with great views.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    beautiful views high on a hilltop.

    Stayed in August 2022

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