137 Mile Denali Highway, Cantwell, AK 99729, United States
#4 of 4 hotels in Cantwell
Guests' ChoiceBased on 219 hotel reviews
8.1Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.7
Location
8.2
Facilities
8.1
Staff
9.1
Value for money
8.5
Free WiFi
7.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 8 September 2023
Srishti
United StatesLittle bit disorganized living area
Very cozy lodge, lots of games & books
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 4 September 2023
Goldstraw
AustraliaSmall problem getting right temperature for shower. Barbecue needed a clean.
Very friendly and helpful manager. Excellent selection for breakfast. Warm and comfortable. Very appreciative of cooking eggs for us.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 23 August 2023
Billie
United StatesGreat
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 21 August 2023
Deborah
United StatesOutside could use cleaning up
The caretaker was wonderful, anything you needed or wanted she try help you. Cheaper in Cantwell than up North.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 16 August 2023
Kathrine
United StatesNever saw another person. including at breakfast. No place to eat. Railroad crossing (meaning loud horns when a train came through). Tracks and crossing were super close to building. Totally opposite to anything in the cities of Anchorage and Fairbanks,
There's a reason no one stays in Cantwell ... that is unless you're fishing or you are wanting a "real" off-the-beaten-track experience. Beautiful spot and there are many very nice homes hidden in the woods on the other side of the railroad tracks. Never saw another person. Nice artwork on the walls of our room(s). Best breakfast during the whole time in Alaska (including gluten-free, keto type items) and warm items were warm.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 31 July 2023
April
United StatesThe only thing that's out of the lodge's control really, is the passing of the train - it will definitely wake you up as it blows its horn when passing through.
Cantwell was great! It's a little cozy lodge nestled in between the surrounding forest, and right next to a railroad track. It's older and could do with some updating, but that didn't take away at all from our experience - it was cozy. Cynthia was amazing and hospitable. We requested dinner to be cooked for us, as the options in Cantwell itself are limited. But boy, she didn't disappoint. She cooked us a dinner every night of our stay, and it always included an appetizer salad and sides. We were always well-fed and full. Our room was so cute and the laying was nice - As soon as you walk in you'll see the bed and refrigerator and drawers, and walk a little further past the bathroom there's another door - after opening it it was another room that was a part of ours - Cynthia used it as our dining room, and removed what used to be an extra bed. Overall it was a great experience - it had everything we needed: towels, tv, microwave, refrigerator. I'd love to stay here again.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 24 July 2023
Rita
ColombiaThe shower temperature
The bed
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 8 July 2023
Justin
GermanyIt's a little bit of a drive each day to get to/ from the park, but I think it was worth the money I saved staying in Cantwell.
The room was very nice and roomy with the single bed. I had plenty of room for all of my things. There were multiple breakfast options each morning! It was nice having my own bathroom and shower as well. I would stay here again!
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 3 July 2023
Tian
United StatesThe location has some railroad outside which makes a little oily smell
Breakfast is good, host is very nice.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 2 July 2023
Roberta
United StatesIt was pretty remote so we didn’t find much to do close by.
The bathroom was very nice and clean.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 2 July 2023
Qiang
United StatesDON'T tell me the Wi-Fi password,but the time is late, I didn't disturb the staff. You should post it in the room.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 2 July 2023
Robyn
AustraliaUnusual location near railway line, didn’t really bother us. Bar was closed. Needs heavy block out curtains.
The bathroom was newly renovated, towels were new and fluffy, shower was great. The bed was comfortable and large and pillows were great. Used 2nd room for our suitcases, plenty of room.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 26 June 2023
Chris
CanadaLocation is a bit far from the Denali park, but easily doable.
While unassuming on the outside, the room itself was great - clean, comfortable, good wifi (and even roku tv), complete with a tasty breakfast in the morning starting at 5am.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 25 June 2023
Pavla
Czech RepublicWe missed some kitchen equipment (eg a knife or non-paper bowl).
Great location, very calm and quiet, friendly host, generous breakfasts!! We were really happy to chose this accomodation.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 24 June 2023
Byung
United StatesTrain horn wake you up in the middle of night. Maybe you like it!
Scenery was wonderful and also hostess too. Clean and nice.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 24 June 2023
Mordechai
Israelthe location is far , no where, you are almost alon in the areas
the place was very clean and comfort
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 18 June 2023
Debra
United Statesonly negative is the facility is close to the train tracks and heard a train during the night.
Cynthia was a great host. she went out of her way to provide a great stay for us. wonderful continental breakfast, snacks in the room, clean room, comfortable stay. Good value for the area! Would highly recommend.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 12 June 2023
Kimberly
United StatesNo black out shades made it hard to sleep with the summer sun. Great gesture with the snack boxes, however everything in the boxes was expired anywhere from 3-10 months ago. The restaurant attached was closed, like stuff all over inside. Appears it had been closed down for a while. Disappointed after a long day at Denali looking for a good meal.
Comfy beds and exceptionally clean! Lots of blankets. Breakfast was good with plenty of options. Stayed one night, would stay again!
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 6 June 2023
Hans
GermanyExcellent Breakfast, close to Denali
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 2 June 2023
Reese
United StatesDidn't have access to staff.
Location near Denali was excellent, room was surprisingly clean, comfortable, and modern. Breakfast was great! Excellent altogether for the price.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 23 May 2023
Nicolas
United StatesUnfortunately, WiFi was out during my stay. This would be my only complaint.
Big breakfast selection, cleanliness, large room, location only minutes away from the main highway, and a very friendly and helpful host
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 31 October 2022
Xin
United StatesThe bathroom fan was a bit noisy.
Good value. Good distance to the Denali National Park, we can get to the park as early as possible. Also, we had five people traveling, the additional separate bedroom was convenient.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 4 October 2022
Joyce
IsraelWe stayed at the Cantwell Lodge for 3 nights and liked our stay. The owener is nice, friendly and very helpful. breakfast was fine too. It's located in an area where The Northen Lights are seen !! It's an excellent place to stay in, when visiting Denali park.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 29 September 2022
Martin
United StatesI did not downgrade my overall rating of this property as I am hoping the poor experience described below was a one off. However, we (my husband & I and another couple; who booked their room separately) were EXTREMELY DISAPPOINTED that less than 48 hours prior to our flight to Alaska (3 days before our check in), we received notice that the on property saloon, bar and grill WOULD BE CLOSED during our stay. THIS was the reason we selected this property so we could eat and drink on site and not have to worry about driving anywhere. The message said the closure was due to "waiting for a part for a vital piece of kitchen equipment" so we were disappointed, but assumed they had an unexpected appliance breakdown which could not be avoided. HOWEVER, when we got to the property, there was a sign posted (see attached image as evidence) giving notice that JULY 30TH!! would be their last day yet still had a blow out/end of year party just prior to our arrival! This means that a decision was made MORE THAN 18 DAYS prior to either the property notifying Booking.com or Booking.com notifying us and that it was not for the reason communicated. Our group felt the delay was intentional to discourage rebooking - which we would have explored had we known of the closure sooner. FURTHER, the alternative dining options were NOT comparable (i.e. food truck, no alcohol...). We travel a lot and use booking.com, airbnb, vrbo, travelocity and other travel sites and have NEVER EXPERIENCED this type of deception in not informing us timely of the property's decision to close key parts of their facility. Although we enjoyed our time (thanks to a friendly host and time spent with good friends in an amazing state), it was not what we paid for and we certainly hope that some financial consideration is provided to make a good faith attempt to rectify the mishandling of our booking. Thank you, Gabriela Martin (419-709-0288)
Nice clean room as advertised, great breakfast spread with to-go options for travelers heading out early for a day of hiking/exploring, a friendly host and lovely mountain views not far from Denali National park
Stayed in August 2022
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