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Kantishna Roadhouse

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1 Doyon Pl # 300, Denali National Park and Preserve, AK
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4.0 of 5 stars 38 Reviews
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Kim B
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews
8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 October 2011
1
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Although the Kantishna Roadhouse is a 5 hour trip from the entrance of Denali and pretty pricey, it was WELL WORTH IT. The trip there and back is a tour of the entire park and the lodge has activities, guides, a bar and excellent food. We stayed for two nights (the minimum) which was enough for us - I think... More

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lv2beoutdoors
Jaffrey, NH
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4 reviews
2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 October 2011

We took the Kantishna Roadhouse bus tour of Denali and it was definitely one of the best things we did during our entire visit to Alaska. It was a 13-hour trip and we wondered what it would be like to be on a bus all day. It was wonderful. Our guide, Gitte, was fabulous. She was patient to watch the... More

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Rebecca M
Live Oak
1 review
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 August 2011

When we arrived the trash had not been taken out of our room. Dinner the first night was terrible. The second night was much better. Breakfast was cold because they didn't keep a heating source under the food. You better be prepared to hike in the morning because no other activities were planned in the morning. In the afternoon they... More

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TravelFrim
Alexandria, Virginia
2 reviews
4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 August 2011
3
people found this review helpful

There are four lodges in the heart of Denali, and I have to think that Kantishna Roadhouse provides the BEST experience! The staff was extremely knowledgeable and flexible to ensure every guest's journey was the best it could be. Options seemed unlimited - from scheduled hikes/walks and lectures/programs daily to impromptu self-guided hikes/walks and cycling. For example, if you wakened... More

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goodtimes1950
Sydney, Australia
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews
6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 July 2011
2
people found this review helpful

5am start on day of departure means that no sound proofing between rooms makes for an impossible sleep for people not departing. Moose creek hike is down a dirt road and very uninteresting. MacKinley bar hike is lovely. Bus trip is long but worth it as only time I saw wildlife. Breakfast is cold and unappealing. Dinners were very good.... More

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Madison_Boehm
Madison, Wisconsin
2 reviews
5 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 June 2011
5
people found this review helpful

Having done some travel to a variety of vacation areas in Europe and North America and willing to pay somewhat premium prices for more unique experiences, we were hoping for an unforgettable experience. Unfortunately, given the $400+/person/night investment, we must join the others here who would NOT recommend the Kantishna Roadhouse. First, on the positive side (and as stated by... More

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d1971brb
State College, Pennsylvania
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5 reviews
14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 June 2011
4
people found this review helpful

Spent three nights at the Roadhouse in June. First the negatiaves...The beds are very soft, but who cares when you have been hiking and listenting to presentations all day. I was asleep in five minutes. The bugs are also bad, but I took "Off," and didn't actually get bit. The guides say the bugs are much better in mid to... More

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PatriciaK
Wilmington, North Carolina
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9 reviews
25 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2011
2
people found this review helpful

I've read positive and negative about this place, and after staying here 3 nights, my vote is "positive". I am a reformed camper; as you get older, the idea of sleeping on the ground isn't too exciting. However, I still like the idea of "roughing it" at a different level. My husband, on the other hand, thinks the Holiday Inn... More

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reserves
denali park
1 review
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 November 2010
1
person found this review helpful

My stay at this unique and remote lodge was a fantastic experience. Not fancy and not luxurious. But, it is a well kept property with a wonderful and unique staff ready to host you in the wild. Rooms are clean and comfortable and the food is lovely. Just the place to rest at the end of a great day exploring... More

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seattle777777
Seattle, Washington
1 review
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 September 2010

The Roadhouse is in a nice location, if you visit when mosquitos are not eating you alive. The meals are below average and only dinner is served by staff. Breakfast is a limited buffet and lunch is "make your own sandwich" at 8:30 in the morning. The hiking activities are lead by a guide and are good. Bikes are avaiable... More

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