Denali Lakeview Inn - Healy, AK

Ricardo Chan

Long overdue review.
We stayed there for a couple nights in early August.
Everything facing the lake was taken so we booked Spruce, one of the rooms facing the parking lot.
I got a peek at the rooms facing the lake and they night and day. Their view is fantastic. Will definitely start reserving earlier next time I am in the area.
Spruce room was convenient and comfortable but would spend a lot of time inside when you have the views outside. The room had a fan and a dehumidifier. The dehumidifier did a great job of cooling the room( sunny in the afternoon) but the condensate goes into a tank and the unit will stop in the middle of the night when the tank is full. A little strange but it's the nature of the beast.

Great thanks go to Tara. We left some clothing in the closet and made a big effort to send them to us. Thanks again Tara. One of the jackets has a big sentimental value.

The front desk staff are super friendly. Very nice place but reserve early to get one of those balconies.

Meghatrisa Chatterjee

Solid views, clean and well stocked rooms and warm hosts. This place has it all! We stayed for two nights a day were able to see beautiful fall colours from our bed. At night, we saw the Northern Lights dance across the lake. The hosts are really warm and accommodated our food preferences. The breakfast comes stocked in the fridge so no fixed wake up time. The rooms have a homely touch which makes the stay really comfortable. Gas stations, restaurants and downtown are all easily accessible. Overall, highly recommend this place for a quaint and comfy Denali trip.

Paul F

The inn is in a big, rambling wooden building overlooking Otto Lake south of Healy. Access is via a short, potholed gravel road off Otto Lake Road. Our room was mid-sized, a bit packed but comfortable. The included breakfast in your room fridge could be termed generous continental, perfectly adequate for eating at your small table overlooking the lake. Comfortable bed. Friendly staff. Good option for access to Denali National Park. You can eat at the Black Diamond Grill nearby without driving into Healy.

Pei WU

The room was fantastic, featuring an open layout with plenty of windows overlooking the lake. The bed was very comfortable, and the lake view was truly exceptional. The host was friendly and welcoming. During our stay, we even saw a few moose wandering around the lake. I highly recommend this place!

E Crowley

We had several of the rooms rented for a family event. The views of the lake from the balcony were fantastic. We had the Bear Den so everyone could gather for meals. There are several kayaks, fishing rods, and bikes to borrow. There is an ATV rental nearby(but never heard any engines). We also saw the resident moose walking through the lake one morning. Everyone said their beds were comfortable and rooms were clean. Watch out for potholes on the road. They're really hard on the tires.

Christina M

The Lakeview Inn is a quiet, peaceful, and welcome alternative to the mega resorts on Parks Hwy. The Cloud View room was a perfect fit for our family of 6. It's nice and spacious, with a fantasic view. It's meticulously clean. The beds and linens are comfortable. And the water is hot. We appreciated the prepared breakfasts and snacks, and all the added little touches that makes the place feel homelike. Unfortunately, we did not have a chance to use the kayaks, but we loved peeping the moose that came to water's edge. It's such a serene place.||Most guests will likely have their own transportation. But if not, know there is a decent restaurant at the golf course, which is a walkable distance for most. It seems the launch sites for some of the Denali Park Adventures tours (ATV, Jeep, etc.) are right up the road. This did not affect the noise at the Inn. In fact, it was super convenient to us, as we did not need a shuttle for our scheduled tour.

Ashley Holder

I wish I could give 10 stars… this place is phenomenal! Roughly 11 miles from Denali park entrance and nestled next to a beautiful lake overlooking a stunning Mountain View. The amenities are out of this world for what you get. You can kayak, use the fire pit at your own leisure, you get a deep tub with jets, and a balcony view to die for. The lady working the desk for the night shift was incredibly helpful and friendly. She shared a little about her grandmothers portrait in one of the rooms and let us see a view of the lake from a different room.

The swan cove was incredibly spacious with a decently sized private bathroom as well as a kitchenette. In the fridge there were two plates that included fresh fruit, raisin bread, boiled eggs, and muffins. There was also a drawer with varying cereals and snacks, with milk and juice in the fridge as well.

I didn’t want to leave the inn lol… my fiancé and I wished we cut off our stay in Fairbanks to stay at the inn and just relax. We got to see the northern lights for the first time just off of our room balcony. The only thing I would be aware of when staying here is there is a lot of wild life!!! With the potential to seeing bears and moose. I would fight a bear if it meant we could stay there forever though. BOOK THIS INN ASAP.

Grace W

The Lakeview Inn has exceeded our expectations in so many ways. First, the room has an amazing lake view and peaceful environment which we thoroughly enjoyed every of the 5 days here. Second, the kayaks (provided by the property) and the amazingly beautiful and calm water also added to our experience. Third, the regular visits by the moose cow and calf near the edge of the lake right in front of the property (!). And last but not least, ALL the staff were extremely friendly and helpful. This place has everything we look for in our trip to Denali and more.