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Ma Johnson's Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with 3 restaurants, near McCarthy Footbridge

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Courtyard
Comfort Twin Room
Staircase

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Family Triple Room

Family Triple Room

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Champagne service
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
6 bathrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

Classic Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Champagne service
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Comfort Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Champagne service
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View, Mountainside

Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View, Mountainside

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Champagne service
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Map
101 Kennicott Avenue, Chitina, AK, 99566

What's nearby

  • McCarthy-Kennicott Historical Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • McCarthy Footbridge - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • McCarthy Creek - 8 min drive - 4.1 km
  • McCarthy Road Information Station - 12 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • McCarthy, AK (MXY) - 6 min drive

About this property

Ma Johnson's Hotel

Hotel near McCarthy Footbridge
Located close to McCarthy Road Information Station and McCarthy Creek, Ma Johnson's Hotel provides free breakfast (local cuisine), a corner/local shop and a terrace. Adventurous travellers may like the ecotours and hiking/biking trails at this hotel. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, children's meals and American cuisine. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with an art gallery on-site and 2 coffee shops/cafes.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Express check-out, an off-lead area and tour/ticket information
  • ATM/banking services, multilingual staff and a front desk safe
  • Outdoor furniture, concierge services and wedding services
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts, such as premium bedding and bathrobes.
More amenities include:
  • Designer toiletries and showers
  • Highchairs and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite motorcycle parking only

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Golden Saloon
  • McCarthy Center
  • McCarthy Lodge Bistro
  • Mountain Arts
  • Salmon & Bear Restaurant

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Ecotours
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Mountain biking
  • Playground
  • Winery release events

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Highchair
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Food and drink

  • Champagne service

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Window screens
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 7:00 AM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in fee: USD 25 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 16 September and 14 May.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 35, per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 250 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 14 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
An off-lead area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

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Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 250 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 35 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: USD 25 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Ma Johnson's Hotel Hotel
Ma Johnson's Hotel Chitina
Ma Johnson's Hotel Hotel Chitina

Frequently asked questions

Is Ma Johnson's Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, Ma Johnson's Hotel allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 14 kg per pet. There's a deposit of USD 250 per stay and a fee of USD 35 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Ma Johnson's Hotel?

Motorbike parking only.

What time is check-in at Ma Johnson's Hotel?

Check-in start time: 7:00 AM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 9:00 PM to 7:00 AM for a fee of USD 25.

What time is check-out at Ma Johnson's Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Ma Johnson's Hotel located?

Situated in a national park, this hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from McCarthy Footbridge, and within 3 mi (5 km) of McCarthy Road Information Station and McCarthy Creek.

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Ma Johnson's Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 37 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Fun historical hotel in a unique Alaskan town. Staff very helpful, breakfast was delicious, and own very kind.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Maria

Private bathroom and A/C would make the stay better
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Britton

History of hotel and area is amazing! Make sire to dine at rhe Salmon and Bear, tour the mine and hike on Root Glacier. Magic!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

We loved staying at Ma’s. It was great to have all the dogs in and out. So fun. McCarthy is a unique community in an awesome area. We had such a lovely time. Thank you 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jayden

The hotel staff were great and helpful. The hotel is a historic hotel so the room just has a bed and sink. Bathrooms are shared and down the hall. Hotel is in the middle of McCarthy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

William

Quaint but very pricy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Linda

We liked it.. kind of noisy first night due to kids close, but we understood that..
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emil A Yappert

Ma Johnson's is a remarkable, historic hotel. Great staff. Rooms are simple, but very comfortable. The hotel is centrally located in the dynamic mountain town of McCarthy. Eating the included breakfast at the Salmon and Bear restaurant across the street is a real treat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert L

The city of McCarthy is totally unique and a great place to visit. If you're in need of transportation, check out Overflow Van transportation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

It was funky
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Richard, North Las Vegas

Cute, clean, convenient. Rooms had sinks with the toilet and shower down the hall. No plugs in rooms but the living room had plenty and we felt safe enough to leave our devices there overnight. Restaurant attached to property was 5-star. Overall, a great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

This a pleasantly quiet place to stay in McCarthy, and a nice reward after the difficult journey getting here. There are no televisions or other distracting electronic noise to detract from the "off the grid" feel of this place. The decor of this hotel perfectly reflects its early 20th century Alaskan mining town heritage. The staff were charming and engaging, and the complimentary breakfast was delicious. 5 stars out of 5!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Smallest room on our trip, but large enough for what we needed. Enjoyed the breakfast across the street provided to guests. Just be prepared for mud if it has been raining! Crazy when the waitresses wear their "mud" boots to waitress in. Interesting "cast of characters" in town, but generally a "melting pot" with people from all over.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pat

The hotel is historic property and guests should be prepared for the limitations that entails including no electrical outlets in the rooms and bathrooms down the hall. It is, however, comfortable, friendly, cozy, and altogether delightful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Larry

Staff was wonderful. Rooms were clean but small. Even shard bath was not an issue. Our roomed sink, not all of them do. There are no electrical outlets in any of the rooms. Plenty of outlets in the lobby for charging electronics.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

We had an issue where it could have been, “ not such a pleasant outcome.” Ragen, front desk at Ma Johnson’s handled the issue with ease and helped us out so much. She was great the way she handled our problem. This was my 4th time to McCarthy and I will definitely keep coming back. The owner, Neil was working the breakfast time and I casually asked a question of “Did he remember the band with a long name from two years ago.” He couldn’t off the top of his head and I said, don’t worry about it. He went and found out and then had a great conversation with us. He didn’t have to do that but he did. This is McCarthy and why I keep coming back. A great place with great people.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Sleepless Nights in McCarthy
They own a bar directly across the street from the hotel and they play loud music until well after midnight. This hotel bills itself as a throwback in time near a small ghost town we were expecting peace and quiet, not a rock concert. When the front desk person left for the night she put out a bowl of earplugs with no explanation, then we learned why.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Ein empfehlenswertes historisches Hotel
Ein historisches Haus, fast ein Museum. Die Saison ist kurz, die Preise für Übernachtungen sind überall hoch. Bereits der freundliche und unkomplizierte Empfang nachte Freude. Ich wusste, dass das Zimmer sehr einfach ist, also möglichst original und ohne Steckdose, Fernseher oder eigenem Bad. Das Frühstück auf der anderen Strassenseite ist sehr gut, die Auswahl aber eher gering.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Markus

Diese Unterkunft passt in keine Kategorie. Im Grunde befindet sich das Hotel mitten in der Wildnis und ist schlecht erreichbar. Das Gebäude und die Einrichtung wurde im Alten Stiel belassen. Die Bäder sind in ausreichender Anzahl auf dem Flur vorhanden. Soweit war alles gut. Das Hotel gehört zu dem Gesamterlebnis dieser Gegend und macht es schwer mit anderen Hotels oder Serviceleistungen zu vergleichen. Positiv ist auf jedem Fall das sehr hilfreiche und freundliche Personal.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Kim

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022