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Mile 4.0 Stampede Road, PO Box 89, Healy, AK 99743-0089
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EarthSong Lodge - Denali's Natural Retreat
4.5 of 5 stars 94 Reviews
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What travellers say about this Speciality lodging
  • Sled dogs(10)
  • Denali National Park(5)
  • Coffee house(4)
  • Really nice(3)
  • Other guest(3)
  • Henry Coffeehouse(3)
  • Great Place(3)
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London, United Kingdom
Reviewer
4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“A real taste of Alaksa”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2012

In the middle of nowhere, so quiet and tranquil absolutely loved it. Was layed back but suited the area and place and the views were great. We had great sun whilst we were there and even got to visit all of john's huskeys who were lovely. Really wanted to walk and see the abandoned truck but werent staying for long enough unfortunately; had two cabins and both a lovely size and just right because you are meant to spend the time outside there anywa,y lovely!!

  • Stayed July 2011, travelled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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NY
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
“Such a special place!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 December 2011
3
people found this review helpful

Located high in the hills edging Denali, the views are beautiful. Clear night sky, evening sunsets, morning sunrises are all spectacular. Cabins are small (no TV or internet in rooms) and close together, but very clean, comfortable and well-appointed. The property gives wide open vistas of mountains. Great mushing dogs onsite and informative/interactive kennel tour available. Also interesting free slide shows of owner's experiences available in evening, along with meals (not included in cabin price). Breakfast/dinner available. Place is located at end of paved road where Into the Wild trip occurred (began?). Owner has interesting stories of his Alaskan life and many trips into Denali.

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Los Angeles, California
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“Lovely spot”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 November 2011
2
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My wife, daughter, and I were here for several days and enjoyed our stay very much. Jon took great pains to make sure we were well taken care of, even after our flight was delayed and we didn't arrive 'til after 11 pm (when it STILL wasn't totally dark yet!). The cabins are small but lovely, obviously built with love and care, and still seeming new. Earl's cooking at Henry's coffeeshop (on the property) was a delightful surprise, and though the location is a bit far from the Denali park entrance, this place felt much more like an Alaskan vacation than the big hotels down in town. The collection of maps and magazines upstairs at Henry's are worth a look too. All in all, during a two-week tour of Alaska, this was our favorite place to stay.

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
“A tundra topper”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 September 2011
1
person found this review helpful

We stayed here in June on the recommendation of friends and were not disappointed. Yes, the room and bathroom were small, but cozy for the limited amount of time we actually spent in them. Each cabin is hand made and personally decorated. Being out on the tundra was pretty neat. Henry's was a great gathering place for breakfast and dinner, and we were able to order a bag lunch ahead for our long day on the bus in Denali (there is a guest fridge they leave it in for you in the morning). Jon's slides and the kennels are a chance to learn a little more about AK and it's history. We felt so sorry for the folks at the big hotels along the road- Earthsong was so much more personal.

  • Stayed June 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Ft. Myers Beach, FL
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Happy Memory”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 September 2011
2
people found this review helpful

While recently visiting Denali, I had occasion to stay at Earthsong Lodge nearby It was a warm and happy experience. The rustic cabin with everything needed for comfort, including a great bed..slept so well...was immaculate. The host and hostess went to special lengths to make sure we had all that we needed. The tour of sled dogs was especially enjoyable. A history of mushing that these amazing animals do was a special treat at the lodges coffee house. Leaving Earthsong was with a good feeling and when returning to this area it will be first on my list of accomodations.

  • Stayed September 2011, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Mile 4.0 Stampede Road, PO Box 89, Healy, AK 99743-0089
Price range (per night):* INR6,966 - 9,195

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