Kennicott Glacier Lodge

15 Kennicott Millsite, Glennallen, AK 99588, Glennallen, United States

3-star hotel

Guest rating: 4.8 / 5

Overview

Kennicott Glacier Lodge is a 3-star lodge-style property at 15 Kennicott Millsite in the Glennallen, Alaska area, positioned for access to the Kennicott/Kennecott historic and glacier region. The building is described as a replica mining structure, aligning the stay with the area’s mining heritage. It holds a high public rating of 4.8/5 from 213 reviews.

Rooms

Accommodations are described as homey, with many rooms using shared bathrooms rather than en-suite facilities. Guests commonly note clean rooms and comfortable basics, with some rooms offering standout views. If a private toilet/shower is a must, it’s important to confirm room details before booking.

Dining

The lodge includes a dining room, and guest feedback frequently highlights the quality of the food—especially breakfast—along with baked items such as bread and cookies. Reviews suggest dinner experiences can vary from night to night, so expectations may be best set for lodge-style dining rather than a uniform fine-dining menu. For additional options, Meatza Wagon is very close (about 110 m away), and other restaurants are available farther out around McCarthy.

Location & Nearby Highlights

The lodge’s location places key points of interest within easy reach, including the Kennecott Mines National Historic Landmark (about 395 m away) and the Root Glacier Trail (about 1.1 km away), as well as the Bonanza Mine Trail (about 1.1 km away). Root Glacier is roughly 10.6 km away, while Kennicott Glacier is about 16.4 km away, with farther scenery and landmarks like Donoho Peak (~9.5 km) and Stairway Icefall (~18.4 km). Nearby services and activities include Wrangell Mountain Air (~5.7 km) and the McCarthy Kennicott Historical Museum (~5.6 km).

Best for

This lodge is best for travelers coming specifically for the Kennecott/Kennicott historic district and glacier access, thanks to its close proximity to the Kennecott Mines National Historic Landmark (about 395 m) and trails like Root Glacier Trail and Bonanza Mine Trail (both about 1.1 km). It also suits guests who value friendly service and lodge dining, as reviews repeatedly emphasize staff warmth and memorable baked goods. Travelers who strongly prefer private en-suite bathrooms may want to choose carefully, since many rooms use shared facilities.

Travel tips

Plan your days around nearby landmarks and trailheads: the Kennecott Mines National Historic Landmark is a short walk away, and Root Glacier Trail is around 1.1 km from the lodge. Dining is available on-site in the lodge dining room, with an additional very close option at Meatza Wagon (about 110 m away) and other restaurants farther out. If you’re driving in, guests note the McCarthy Road can be dusty, and one reviewer cited an Anchorage-to-area drive time of about 7.5 hours.

What guests say

Reviews consistently highlight very friendly, helpful staff and a strong sense of welcome. Guests frequently mention good food—especially breakfast—and memorable baked items, while dinner quality appears to be less consistent. Clean rooms and well-kept shared bathrooms/showers come up positively, though some guests note the drawback of not having an en-suite toilet and shower. Location is a major strength, with guests valuing the setting, views, and proximity to the Kennicott/Kennecott sights.

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