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McKinley Creekside Cabins & Cafe'-The Carlo Loft

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Property grounds
Interior
Private kitchen
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Denali National Park, AK
  • Place, Wilderness Access Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Kantishna Gallery
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Denali National Park Visitors Center
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

McKinley Creekside Cabins & Cafe'-The Carlo Loft

laska—and Denali in particular (we’ll admit we’re a little biased!)—is an amazing, vast, and majestic wilderness paradise. We’re honored that you’re considering McKinley Creekside Cabins & Café and our Carlo Property for your stay. We’ll do our very best to give you all the information you need to plan an unforgettable adventure and answer any questions along the way.

The Carlo Loft is located just 15 minutes south of Denali National Park on a beautiful three-acre wooded property. It’s perfect for couples, families, or small groups who want to be close to the park but away from the crowds—while still enjoying the comforts and amenities of home. The Loft is just a 5-minute walk from our main property, McKinley Creekside Cabins & Café, and complimentary Wi-Fi is included.

This 420 sq/ft studio apartment features a king bed, full private bath, fully equipped kitchen (stove, microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, toaster), and a smart TV. A small private deck offers lovely mountain views—ideal for morning coffee or a quiet evening wind-down.

A $39 cleaning fee will be applied to your reservation. At checkout, we ask that you remove all trash to the on-site dumpster, wash and put away dishes, and wipe down kitchen, stove, refrigerator, and counters.

Guests also enjoy easy access to The Creekside Café, our full-service restaurant & Bakery on the main property, open mid-May through mid-September. We serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner, all made fresh in-house.

This unit is on the second floor with two tiers of stairs.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
To avoid an additional $75 cleaning fee kitchen/dishes are to be left in the manner in which it was given: clean.
Please remove all trash to dumpster. Kitchen/dishes are to be left clean (counters, stove, fridge, microwave, coffee maker, dishes washed/put away.
NO smoking or pets in any of our house rentals, otherwise there will be a cleaning fee equal to one night's room charge plus a $200 damage fee.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4797715
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Denali National Park

Located in McKinley Park, this apartment is in the mountains. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Kantishna Gallery, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Denali National Park and Wilderness Access Center. Rafting offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking, mountain biking and mountain climbing nearby.
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Denali National Park, AK

What's nearby

  • Wilderness Access Center - 8 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Kantishna Gallery - 8 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Denali National Park Visitors Center - 10 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Denali Dog Sledding Museum - 13 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Horseshoe Lake - 13 min drive - 15.5 km

Getting around

  • Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Denali Cabins Breakfast Lodge - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Panorama Pizza Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Prey Bar & Eatery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Quigley’s Coffee Corner - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is McKinley Creekside Cabins & Cafe'-The Carlo Loft pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at McKinley Creekside Cabins & Cafe'-The Carlo Loft?

As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at McKinley Creekside Cabins & Cafe'-The Carlo Loft on 15 June 2026 start from NZ$588, including 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.

How much is parking at McKinley Creekside Cabins & Cafe'-The Carlo Loft?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at McKinley Creekside Cabins & Cafe'-The Carlo Loft?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at McKinley Creekside Cabins & Cafe'-The Carlo Loft?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is McKinley Creekside Cabins & Cafe'-The Carlo Loft located?

Situated in the mountains, this apartment building is within 9 miles (15 km) of Denali National Park, Denali National Park Visitors Center and Wilderness Access Center. Horseshoe Lake and Kantishna Gallery are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Denali

Great property and location. Very clean and comfortable with all the amenities we could have asked for. Beautiful views with spectacular sunsets.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Camille M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

We absolutely loved our three nights at Carlo Loft! The studio was in a quiet, private and convenient location. It was just a 10-minute walk to the McKinley Creekside Cafe which serves great meals and only a 15-minute drive to Denali National Park. It was extremely clean, nicely decorated, and was well-stocked with everything we needed. The bed was very comfortable although you had to be careful not to bump your head on the slanted wall. If you plan to visit the Denali area, we highly recommend the Carlo Loft!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rich M.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Tracey Smith

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Owned by two best friends, Holly Slinkard and Tracey Smith. We purchased our main property McKinley Creekside Cabins & Cafe in 1997 and the 'Carlo Property"' in 2009. Both of us being avid travelers ourselves, our goal was to create a place 'Where guests become friends'. We found in our travels that the best experiences, had more to do with the people we met and friends made on the journey.

We both live in Alaska year round. Holly spends 8 months in Denali and the remainder in Anchorage and traveling the world in the off season. Tracey lives in Palmer with her husband.

Our Mission: "Cultivating relationships and facilitating opportunities to explore Denali National Park, with inspired hospitality and intentional service."

People coming from all over the continent...the world all seeking an adventure. A sense of self grows from the purposeful work of maintaining and growing this establishment together. Cultivating friendships with neighbors, guests and crew that will be lifelong. Having a steadfast commitment to provide an outstanding experience for all in a setting that is beyond compare.

We are most thankful to the Lord above, all our guests and crew members for making this life possible in such an amazing place.

We know you will enjoy your time at the 'Carlo Property' and Denali National Park, truly the last frontier!

Thank you for considering McKinley Creekside Cabins & Cafe-The Carlo LOFT

Why they chose this property

Located in the beautiful Carlo Creek area of Denali, just 13 miles south or a 15 minute drive to Denali National Park. Home of Mt. Denali the highest peak in North America towering at 20,310 ft. This six million acre park has abundant wildlife (grizzly bears, moose, caribou, wolves, foxes, Dall sheep and more!)

We are a AAA approved property and won Best Of Denali: Cabins, & Breakfast 2022, 2023, 2024 and Best of Denali Dinner 2024. As hospitality professionals we take great care to provide not only the essentials but thoughtful consideration for the details.

The Carlo Property rentals offer all the features and amenities of home. Denali is an amazing place where one can explore the park and surrounding areas for a lifetime and never see it all. We try our best to take care of the details and provide the essentials that can make a house rental enjoyable and easy (basic spices, foil, plastic wrap, paper and glass ware, cooler, wood for the firepit)

The Carlo Property is a beautiful and well cared for property nestled in the woods with amazing panoramic mountain views and all the comforts of home and a great location that is close to the park.

We would be honored to host your stay in this amazing place we call home.

What makes this property unique

Thoughtful hospitality with intentional service where we try strive to take care of the details. We provide all the essentials from bathroom amenities (shampoo, conditioner, soap, lotion, toilet paper and tissue) to coffee, non dairy creamer and pantry essentials (salt/pepper, oil, basic spices, paper towels, plastic wrap/foil, paper plates/utensils).

The Creekside Cafe' is within walking distance.

Minimum 2 night stay, unless 1 night is only available.

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