Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge: Denali is our Backyard

TALKEETNA
ALASKAN LODGE
DENALI IS OUR BACK YARD
Where is Talkeetna?
Denali – The Great One
The historic town of Talkeetna – a Native word meaning
“river of plenty” – is only 113 miles (about two hours)
north of the metropolitan city of Anchorage, at the point
where the Talkeetna and the Chulitna Rivers join the
Susitna River.
One of the highlights for guests visiting the Talkeetna
area is the opportunity to see North America’s tallest
peak, Mount McKinley, also known locally as “Denali.”
Rising above the tundra at 20,237 feet (formerly
believed to be 20,320 feet or 6194 meters prior to
a 2013 measurement), outstanding views of Denali
can be enjoyed from several places in town, but the
best view is from the deck of the Talkeetna Alaskan
Lodge. While in town, it is common to meet some of the
climbers who will attempt to summit Denali, or who have
just completed their climb. They’re easily recognized
by their “raccoon eyes” from exposure to the bright
sun, their heavy backpacks loaded with gear, and their
expressions of pure joy and exhaustion from achieving
such an incredible feat.
A frontier town that was the inspiration for the popular
TV show “Northern Exposure,” you’ll think you’ve
stepped back in time when you visit this charming
village of just under 900 year-round residents.
Surrounded by untamed wilderness but filled with
sincere hospitality, Talkeetna is a place where you
can take a leisurely walk and experience a friendly
community, tour historic buildings and learn about the
early settlers in this region. Fifteen of Talkeetna’s 24
buildings are on the National Register of Historic Places.
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Talkeetna’s History
Mountain Climbers’ Paradise
Originally, Talkeetna was the site of a Tanaina Native
village. Miners began trading at this site and established
the first trading post in 1896. A gold rush to the Susitna
River brought prospectors to the area, and by 1910
Talkeetna had become a riverboat steamer station. In
1915, the town was designated as the home base for
the Alaska Engineering Commission, which would build
the Alaska Railroad. The community’s population rose
to 1,000.
Mount McKinley is closer to Talkeetna than to the
entrance to Denali National Park, making the town the
take-off point for those attempting to summit North
America’s highest peak. This proximity affords many
opportunities for flightseeing around the mountain,
and many of the flightseeing companies offer glacier
landings. Step out and set foot on the base of Denali,
the “Great One,” and you will immediately sense the
ultimate grandeur and beauty of Alaska.
World War I and the completion of the railroad in
1919 dramatically decreased the population, which
plummeted to around 300. In the last 10 years, however,
Talkeetna has experienced a resurgence of new growth.
Nearby activities
• Flightseeing
• Jet boating
• Ziplining
• Rafting
• Fishing
• Canoeing
• Kayaking
• Hiking
• Guided nature
walks
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Set on a ridge above the small community
of Talkeetna on the south side of Mount
McKinley, Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge offers
unforgettable views of both Mount McKinley
and the Alaska Range, yet we are just
minutes from adventures of a lifetime.
Best view of Mount McKinley
• The only lodge in Talkeetna with rooms that face
Mount McKinley
• Recipient of Wine Spectator Magazine’s prestigious
“Award of Excellence”
• Walking distance from Talkeetna attractions
A grand base camp for your adventures
Enjoy the view as you relax next to our 46-foot river
rock fireplace or shop for Native art from villages
across Alaska. Enjoy casual or fine dining featuring
Alaska specialties and the best wine selection in the
neighborhood north of Anchorage.
• Groomed three-mile walking trail on site
• Geocaching on site
• Ridge trail on site with landscape views
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Built from Alaska’s natural woods and spruce timbers,
the lodge rests on 640 acres overlooking the Alaska
Range. Our guest rooms, on-site restaurants, lounge and
indoor and outdoor pavilion offer comfort, fine amenities
and an unsurpassed view.
• 212 guest rooms
• Outdoor viewing deck and outdoor pavilion
• Trip Advisor’s Award of Excellence
• Foraker Dining Room featured on the Food
Network Channel
• Wine Spectator Award of Excellence yearly
since 2003
• On-site restaurants and lounge
• Tokosha Coffee and Gifts with Native crafts from
remote villages
• Tour desk
• Complimentary local shuttle and wireless Internet
• On-site laundry facilities
• Business Center: audio/visual equipment, desktop
printing and complimentary wireless Internet
• Full meeting facilities with audio/visual equipment
• On-site event coordinator for meetings and weddings
• Only two hours north of Anchorage
Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge Rooms
Guest Lodge Room
Main Lodge Room
Located in our satellite guest lodges, near the main
lodge, with views of the forest. Guest lodge rooms have
exterior entrances and two double beds, and are a
comfortable 294 square feet (27 m).
Located in the main lodge, these Main Lodge rooms have
interior entrances and two queen beds or one king bed,
and are a comfortable 364 square feet (34 m).
Rooms feature a full private bath, hair dryer, coffee
maker, flat screen TV, refrigerator, telephone and
complimentary wireless Internet.
Rooms feature a full private bath, hair dryer, coffee
maker, refrigerator, flat screen TV, telephone and
complimentary wireless Internet.
Getting to Talkeetna by Rail
Travel aboard the Alaska Railroad to Talkeetna. Keep
a sharp lookout for moose, mountain goats and black
bears and enjoy the view of Mount McKinley in Denali
National Park.
Alaska Railroad Rail Service
May 13 - September 13
Anchorage > Talkeetna > Anchorage
• 8:15 a.m. depart Anchorage
Mountain Side Room
Located in the main lodge with a private, north-facing
view towards Denali and the Alaska Range. Main lodge
rooms have interior entrances and two queen beds or
one king bed and are a comfortable 364 square feet
(34 m).
Rooms feature a full private bath, hair dryer, coffee
maker, refrigerator, flat screen TV, telephone and
complimentary wireless Internet.
• 11:05 a.m. arrive Talkeetna
• 4:55 p.m. depart Talkeetna
• 8:00 p.m. arrive Anchorage
Adult
Child*
One-way Adventure Class
$99.00
$50.00
One-way with Goldstar Dome Train Upgrade with meal
$205.00
$111.00
Park Connection Coach Services
May 16 - September 13
Adult
Child*
Depart Anchorage 3 p.m., arrive Talkeetna 5:45 p.m.
$65.00 one-way
32.50 one-way
Depart Talkeetna 11 a.m., arrive Anchorage 3 p.m.
$65.00 one-way
32.50 one-way
Vegetarian option available upon request. Rates are quoted per person. Please see Taxes and Fees section for additional information.
*Child Rates: Tours: child rate applies to children 2-11 years old. Infants under the age of 2 travel free. Transportation: infants under the
age of 2 travel free when carried by adult. If infant occupies seat, child rate applies.
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Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge Suites
King Suite
All suites are located on the mountain side of the Main
Lodge and have one king bed in the sleeping area and
one queen-sized sleeper sofa in the living room area. All
suites comfortably sleep four guests. All suites feature a
king-sized bed, queen-sized sofa sleeper, gas fireplace,
mini fridge, a full private bath, hair dryer, coffee maker,
refrigerator, small sink, flat-screen TV, telephone and
complimentary wireless Internet.
The King Suite is the king of suites. Located on the third
floor in the west wing of the main lodge, it faces north,
with views of Denali and the Alaska Range from both
the living room and bedroom. Recently upgraded with
new amenities, bedding, flat-screen TV, DVD player and
luxurious leather furniture, the King Suite features a
see-through gas fireplace between the bedroom and the
living room. Its bathroom is spacious, with a Jacuzzi tub
and all the necessary amenities. This suite also features
a kitchenette with microwave.
Junior Suite
Located in the main lodge on the third level of the east
wing, facing north towards Denali and the Alaska Range,
this suite has an open floor plan. It does not have
separate living and sleeping area, but at 491 square
feet (45.6 m), it is spacious. ADA compliant with a
roll-in shower.
Executive Suite
Located in the main lodge on the third level of the east
wing, facing north towards Denali and the Alaska Range,
the bedroom in this suite is separate from the living
room, which features a gas fireplace. There’s a DVD
player in the sleeping room and the bath area includes
a one-person Jacuzzi tub. This suite is 488 square feet
(45.3 m) with ample space to conduct a small meeting
in the living room.
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With over 720 square feet of space (67 m), and
deluxe appointments, the King Suite is designed to
accommodate small receptions or cocktail parties,
breakout meetings and family travel.
Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge 2015 Room
and Suite Rates
2015 Operating Dates: May 18—September 12
Double
$285.00
Triple
Quad
$300.00
$315.00
Shoulder Season: May and September
$195.00
$195.00
$210.00
$225.00
Guest Lodge rooms have two double beds. No rollaway
beds are avilable.
Double
Triple
Quad
$335.00
$350.00
Peak Season: June - August
$320.00
$320.00
Shoulder Season: May and September
$220.00
$220.00
$235.00
$250.00
Forest View Rooms have one king or two queen beds.
No rollaway beds are avilable.
Mountain Side Room
Single
Double
$415.00
$265.00
$479.00
$494.00
$509.00
$299.00
$299.00
$314.00
Executive Suite*
Double
Triple
Quad
$534.00
$549.00
Peak Season: June - August
$519.00
$519.00
Shoulder Season: May and September
$319.00
$319.00
$334.00
King Suite*
$445.00
Peak Season: June - August
$295.00
Shoulder Season: May and September
Mountain Side Rooms have one king or two queen beds.
No rollaway beds are avilable.
$349.00
The Executive Suite has one bedroom and separate
living room; both rooms have televisions. Additional
Amenities include: gas fireplace; DVD player; jetted
tub (one person size); small kitchen area with sink
and small refrigerator.
$430.00
$280.00
$329.00
The Junior Suite is one large room with the sleeping and
living room areas divided by a two-sided gas fireplace.
Additional Amenities include: ADA accessible roll-in
shower; television and DVD player in the sleeping area;
small refrigerator and small sink.
Quad
Shoulder Season: May and September
$265.00
Quad
Triple
Peak Season: June - August
$415.00
Triple
Peak Season: June - August
Single
Forest View Room
Single
Double
Shoulder Season: May and September
Peak Season: June - August
$285.00
Single
$479.00
Guest Lodge Room
Single
Junior Suite*
Single
$569.00
$379.00
Double
$569.00
$379.00
Triple
Quad
$584.00
$599.00
$394.00
$409.00
The King Suite has one bedroom and separate living
room with a see-through gas fireplace accessible from
both rooms; both rooms have televisions. Additional
Amenities include: jetted tub (two person size); DVD
player; small kitchen area with sink; microwave and
small refrigerator.
*All suites are located on the mountain side of the Main Lodge and have one king bed in the sleeping area and one queen-size pull-out
couch in the living room area. All suites comfortably sleep four guests.
Check in: 3:00 p.m.; check out: 11:00 a.m. Rates are quoted per room. Children 11 and under stay free when accompanied by parent
or guardian. A baggage handling fee of $8.25 per person may be charged to reservations for groups of seven rooms or more. Conference
room rental and wedding facility rentals are available upon request. Please see Taxes and Fees section for additional information.
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2015 Taxes and Fees
Product
Kenai Fjords Tours
Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge
Seward Windsong Lodge
Kenai Fjords Wilderness
Lodge Package
Fuel Surcharge*
*
*
*
*
AHT Spring/Fall Shuttle
to Seward
N/A
Exit Glacier Tour
AHT Packages
Non-Owned Products
N/A
Varies
Varies
Tax
7% sales tax
5% bed tax
3% sales tax
3% sales tax (add 4% for
bookings within the City
of Seward)
7% sales tax on
transportation originating
in Seward only
3% sales tax
Varies
Varies
Port Fees**
$3.50 per person
N/A
N/A
$3.50 per person
N/A
N/A
Varies
Varies
All rates are quoted in USD.
*We reserve the right to add fuel/energy charges at our sole discretion and will communicate any anticipated changes to the best of our ability. In the event that
a fuel/energy surcharge is added, it is subject to respective sales tax. Infants under the age of 2 are not subject to a surcharge.
** Please note infants under the age of 2 are not subject to the port fee and the port fee is not subject to tax.
ALL TAXES AND FEES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
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