10/10 Excellent
Camille M.
20 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Camille M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Apartment
McKinley Creekside Cabins & Cafe'-The Carlo Loft
Apartment in Denali National Park with kitchen and balcony
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 241.8 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Denali National Park, AK
- Place, Wilderness Access Center8 min drive
- Place, Kantishna Gallery9 min drive
- Place, Denali National Park Visitors Center10 min drive
Rooms & beds
0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
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.
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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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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
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
Property # 4797715
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Denali National Park
Located in Denali National 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 climbing and mountain biking nearby.
Denali National Park, AK
What's nearby
- Wilderness Access Center - 8 min drive - 14.2 km
- Kantishna Gallery - 9 min drive - 15.5 km
- Denali National Park Visitors Center - 10 min drive - 15.9 km
- Denali Dog Sledding Museum - 12 min drive - 18.6 km
- Horseshoe Lake - 13 min drive - 15.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Denali Thai Food - 7 min walk
- Morino Grill - 11 min drive
- Gold Rush Dining Room - 10 min walk
- Lucky Miss Saloon - 10 min walk
- Creekside Cafe - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Cleanliness
9.0/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Tom H., Smithtown, NY
11 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Denali
Tom H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rich M.
21 Aug 2025
Rich M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
About the host
Hosted by Tracey Smith
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
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.
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.
The Creekside Cafe' is within walking distance.
Minimum 2 night stay, unless 1 night is only available.
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