Nestled near Denali State Park, Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge offers a serene escape with its firepit and coffee shop/cafe. Savor breakfast, lunch, or dinner at one of the two restaurants while enjoying scenic views and free WiFi in public areas.
Reviews
8.28.2 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Bar
24/7 front desk
Connecting rooms available
Laundry facilities
Non-smoking
Main amenities (12)
Housekeeping (on request)
2 restaurants and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
Coffee shop/cafe
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Reception fireplace
Self-serve laundry
Gift shops/newsstands
Picnic area
Luggage storage
Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home (6)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Cable/satellite TV service
Terrace
Laundry facilities
Coffee/tea maker
Blackout curtains
Room options
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Deluxe Room
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
88 reviews
(88 reviews)
Highlights
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds
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Blair Lake State Recreation Site - 5 min drive - 2.1 km
Alaska Veteran's Memorial - 25 min drive - 30.0 km
Byers Lake - 25 min drive - 30.0 km
Denali Brewing Company - 58 min drive - 78.6 km
Getting around
Talkeetna Station - 63 min drive
Alaska Railroad - Talkeetna Depot - 64 min drive
Restaurants
North Fork Restaurant - 1 min walk
20,320 Alaskan Grill - 2 min walk
Coffee Bruin Espresso - 1 min walk
Angela's Heaven - 5 min drive
North Fork Restaurant - 2 min walk
About this property
Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge
Enjoy your visit to Trapper Creek with a stay at Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge. The bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can visit 20,320 Alaskan Grill, one of 2 restaurants, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travellers.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
460 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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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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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free uncovered on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Picnic area
Terrace
Fireplace in reception
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
5 on-site accessible parking spaces
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Accessible shuttle
Visual alarms in hallways
Front entrance ramp
Lever door handles
Well-lit path to entrance
Step-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating (climate-controlled)
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Window screens
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Alarm clock
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower/bath combination
Soap and shampoo
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Phone
Desk chair
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Housekeeping (on request)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
20,320 Alaskan Grill – This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Base Camp Bar – On-site bar. Open daily.
North Fork Restaurant – This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Open daily.
Coffee Bruin – On-site coffee shop. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 15 to 30 per person
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 20.0 per night
Policies
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.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
MT. Mckinley Princess Lodge Trapper Creek
MT. Mckinley Princess Trapper Creek
MT Mckinley Princess Trapper
MT. Mckinley Princess Lodge
MT. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge Lodge
MT. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge Trapper Creek
MT. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge Lodge Trapper Creek
Frequently asked questions
Does Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge 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 Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge and nearby?
Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge has a picnic area.
Are there restaurants at or near Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge?
Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants.
What's the area around Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge like?
Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge is located a short 10-minute walk from Denali State Park. Travellers say that the lodge is in a great location.
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Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
The dining options were excellent with great food and friendly staff. (18 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
6 Aug 2025
Lovely hotel, beautiful landscaping, well maintained, lots of activities.
Marcia
Marcia, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
6 Aug 2025
We really enjoyed the lodge, the rooms very nice, beds comfy. Staff very nice..prices at gift shop very reasonable
Roy
Roy, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
22 Jul 2025
Lovely place to stay. Beautiful views!
carol
carol, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
26 Jun 2025
Just a great place to stay and visit.
Lee
Lee, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
7 Aug 2025
beautiful views! staff was very nice and helpful.
michelle
michelle, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
30 Jul 2025
Beautiful views of Mt. Denali from large welcoming seating on back deck. Awesome grounds and walking paths, lovely restaurants, food and lodging.
Bennie
Bennie, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
27 Jun 2025
Very nice rooms and the restaurant staff was excellent
Kenneth
Kenneth, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
8 Aug 2025
Staff was very friendly and helpful. The shuttle drivers were great, especially Brian!
Jacqueline
Jacqueline, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
6 Aug 2025
Beautiful scenery
Nancy
Nancy, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
6 Aug 2025
Beautiful view on a spectacular day. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Cindi
Cindi, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
10 Aug 2025
Excellent property in a rustic setting. Owned by Princess Cruises.
Shahid
Shahid, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
22 Jul 2025
Amazing property great views
Vinu
Vinu, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
3 Jul 2025
Beautiful view from the main lodge, big rooms, walking trails and delicious food.
Shane
Shane, 2-night trip
6/10 Okay
23 Jul 2025
We really liked the entire property
Ashwini
Ashwini, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
2 Jul 2025
Amazing resort with perfect views! Enjoyed our stay.
Bethany
Bethany, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
19 Jul 2025
Excellent property to stay with family!! Awesome view of Denali mountain
Kishan
Kishan, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
15 Jul 2025
Very nice place to see McKinley
Edwin
Edwin, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
8 Aug 2025
Loved the Treehouse trail & other trail options. Amazing views while dining or if you just wanted to enjoy a beverage while watching the sunset over the mountains! Plenty of comfortable seating. Staff helpful & pleasant.
Pamela
Pamela, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
30 Jun 2025
Trails on the property, incredible views from the lodge, Family picnic areas
robin
robin, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
8 Aug 2025
Excellent
Tim
Tim, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
25 Jul 2025
Loved the shuttle service. We stayed in a room that was farther away from the main lodge so having this option to get a ride was great!
Amelia
Amelia, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
4 Aug 2025
Excellent experience
James
James, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
1 Aug 2025
This is one of only a couple places to stay with large groups close to the summit of Denali (not driving distance). The views of the mountains are excellent.
I recommend eating off site if possible for better value.
Rooms were basic but very clean.
Dale
Dale, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
7 Jul 2025
Loved the viewing area
Diane
Diane, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
20 Jul 2025
This property is what a lodge should look like, the lobby says ALASKA, the view of McKinley is stunning!!!!!