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King's Deer Lodge in Denali

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Interior
TV, DVD player, books, video library
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Denali, AK
  • Place, Wilderness Access Center
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Kantishna Gallery
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Denali National Park Visitors Center
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the area

Denali National Park

On river.At this McKinley Park lodge, you'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of Denali National Park and 12 miles (20 km) of Denali National Park Visitors Center. Wilderness Access Center and Horseshoe Lake are within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Wilderness Access Center - 11 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Kantishna Gallery - 11 min drive - 19.1 km
  • Denali National Park Visitors Center - 12 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Denali Dog Sledding Museum - 15 min drive - 22.2 km
  • Horseshoe Lake - 15 min drive - 18.8 km

Getting around

  • Fairbanks Intl. Airport (FAI) - 140 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Denali Thai Food - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gold Rush Dining Room - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cabin Nite Dinner Theatre - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Creekside Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Prey Bar & Eatery - ‬14 min walk

About this property

King's Deer Lodge in Denali

King's Deer Lodge gives you the freedom to experience Alaska without the commercialized bustle of Denali Park central. Enjoy views of the Alaska Range from every window and embark on local adventures of every kind.

King's Deer Lodge is a beautiful log home situated on five wooded acres, 9 miles from Denali National Park Road. 229 Parks Restaurant & Tavern and the Prey restaurant are within a mile and open during the summer season. Denali National Park has visitor services year round.

The main floor of the lodge is lighted by large picture windows and rustic stained glass lamps. The kitchen is equipped with double ovens and a large refrigerator. There are two dining tables and stoneware dishes and utensils for 12. A Natuzzi leather couch provides rest and relaxation while a large selection of DVDs is available for entertainment.

Upstairs is the family room and three bedrooms. The McKinley Suite consists of the spacious master bedroom with a king size bed, queen bed, private bathroom.. Bedroom 1 is furnished with a Queen bed. Bedroom 2 has a double bed. There is a shared bathroom down the hall with a shower and large vanity. Large groups may request 2 additional mattresses..

Guests at King's Deer Lodge are responsible for meals and general housekeeping during their stay. We recommend purchasing groceries before you come to Denali. Anchorage, Wasilla, or Three Bears in Healy have reasonable prices. Check-in is 4pm and check-out is 10am.

The garage is reserved for storage and the use of the owners. Our family may access the garage during your stay. There is a large semi-unfinished basement with a bathroom, 3 queen beds and one twin bed.

*** King's Deer Lodge is rented to one group at a time. Renting the McKinley and Northwest Suites separately has been discontinued.***

Please contact us for our winter discount.



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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games
  • Golf
  • Video library

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 shared bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Living room
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

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King's Deer Lodge New no Longer Renting Suites. Entire Lodge

Frequently asked questions

How close is King's Deer Lodge in Denali to the airport?

This lodge is 128.4 mi (140-min drive) away from the Fairbanks Intl. Airport (FAI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at King's Deer Lodge in Denali ?

As of Mar 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at King's Deer Lodge in Denali on Mar 29, 2026 start from CA $405, excluding 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.

Does King's Deer Lodge in Denali have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this lodge.

Does King's Deer Lodge in Denali offer free breakfast?

This lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at King's Deer Lodge in Denali ?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at King's Deer Lodge in Denali ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at King's Deer Lodge in Denali ?

Free parking is not available at this lodge.

Does King's Deer Lodge in Denali have a pool?

This lodge does not have a pool.

Does King's Deer Lodge in Denali have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is King's Deer Lodge in Denali to downtown McKinley Park?

This lodge is 1.5 mi away from McKinley Park.

King's Deer Lodge in Denali Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 174 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 174 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 174 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 174 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 174 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house. The setting was stunning. The house was beautiful and comfortable. Lots of room. Easy to make meals in. You can see the aurora from the window!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Julie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

claudia b.

Liked: Cleanliness
The process was easy, good communication with owner. Well maintained property. Easy to get to places if you have a car. Worth every penny.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

jackie F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing views

Roomy and clean. Perfect for family stays. Loved that you had fans for the rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Log Home

We had a great time on our vacation to Denali. The house was perfect for our large family group.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirk L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Getaway

King’s Deer was ideally located for everything we wanted to do. Access to Denali National Park was quick and easy and there were plenty of good places to eat. The lodge itself was very clean, well maintained and sufficiently large for our 10 member family. The owners treated us well and responded quickly to every question. We had a marvelous time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great 5 day trip to Denali! Lots of space for 10 of us, cozy, perfect location to park!Owner was responsive, clean, convenient!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanna P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Denali Adventures

Home was beautiful with plenty of room for 9. Host was very helpful. Make sure to use directions through VRBO, GPS WILL NOT take you to the right place, luckily a local stopped and helped us. Creekside Cafe was great. Super close to Denali State Park. We throughly enjoyed our stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorte D.

Liked: Cleanliness

We come here every year for our knitting group outing

This is a fantastic place to stay with a large group of friends, whether it is super cold and you just want to hang out and enjoy the views from the lodge, or you want to ski or hike the trails or take day tours into the park
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tomas C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place

Place is very nice and host is very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bailey S.

Liked: Cleanliness

B

The property was great, they had laser tag. Super close to Denali and there’s a coffee shop within walking distance. Great spot great location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Preston T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Place

The property is beautiful - secluded and private yet close to everything in Denali. There was plenty of room and space for our large group (from ages 11 months to 60), and the home had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable. Only wish we could have stayed longer. We will definitely be staying here again if/when we are back to visit Denali.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Property

Beautiful home with lots of space. Host was easily accessible and responsive. Great place for family adventure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon G., Oro Valley, Arizona

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy place in the woods

Lovely place to stay for our one night in Denali. Home was clean and cozy. Wish we could have stayed longer to enjoy the property more.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne P.

Liked: Cleanliness

One of the 30%

This was a great location just outside the park and down the road from all the shopping and some really good restaurants. We were 1/4 mile from iditarod dogs and puppies (worth a visit). The house was large and in the woods. We only saw squirrels and dogs while staying there but I imagine you can see a moose occasionally
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Denali/Cruise Trip

Stayed at the cabin for 2 nights to take a day tour into Denali National Park prior to taking a 1 week cruise. Stayed in constant contact with Jessica before our arrival, due to the Denali (Riley Fire). She was extremely kind, helpful and understanding throughout our communication. Her home was warm, inviting and secluded. We had a nice time for the 3 days and 2 nights during our stay at, “Kings Deer Lodge”.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Denali visit

Great stay at Kings Deer Lodge! Home was clean, good communication with owner. Easy, quick access to Denali.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jeffrey B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pertect get away

Great house and it worked out perfect for the 6 of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Kings Deer Lodge

This home is so beautiful! It had everything we needed to cook a couple meals. The beds were comfortable. There was plenty of room for all 9 of us. Jessica answered her phone right away and reassured us about the Riley Creek fire which started the day we arrived so we were unable to get into Denali N P. during our stay but still enjoyed a couple of beautiful hikes outside the park. Again, this home was perfect, large, and very comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lois Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet amazing vacation!!

Our three-generation family sure enjoyed our time here at this impressive Lodge! Just what we needed while spending almost four days at Denali! Thank you Jessica!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family trip 2024

The house was perfect for our family. We named the upper family room the sanctuary. The views were amazing up there, lots of room for all of us to sit and relax. Beds were very comfortable. Kitchen was well stocked. Owner was very nice and responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim H., Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness

Alaskan Road Trip 2024

Healy was our second stop. The house was perfect with plenty of room for our large group. We enjoyed visiting the park over 2 days. The bus tour and hikes were highlights of our trip.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wow! Beautiful cabin

Very nice place to stay in Denali. Close to the park entrance and very quiet and peaceful wooded area. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grace G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Bucket List Trip

Property was beautiful and was perfect for our very large family! We loved the house and the location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024