Denali has something for every budget and for whatever level of adventure or comfort you want. The park has five lodges, each on privately owned land, with three around the end of the road at mile 92. A handful of lodging options outside the park are convenient if you plan to frequent Denali’s first 15 miles with your personal vehicle or via a hotel shuttle, and we list the most notable ones below. Each hotel and lodge is designed to cater to Denali travelers and a great way to familiarize yourself with the area is to strike up conversations with staff and other guests. Keep in mind, however, that this is inland Alaska — there’s no Costco up the street to pick up random items you’ve forgotten. The key to a successful Denali excursion is to be prepared before departing Anchorage or Fairbanks, and to use your lodging as a basecamp, albeit a cozy one. written by Jacqueline Kehoe for Matador Network