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Reviews of Blackburn Cabins - McCarthy, Alaska

Mile 1 Kennicott Wagon Road, McCarthy, AK 99588, United States

#2 of 2 hotels in McCarthy

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 21 hotel reviews

8.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    8.2

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.2

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  • Reviewed: September 6, 2025

    10
    A gem off the beaten path!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights

    That we couldn't stay longer.

    Our family's stay at the cabins will be one to remember: comfortable beds, hot showers, thoughtful touches, and an incredible staff. Conveniently located off the beaten path but within a 15 minute walk of the small town of McCarthy, the cabins' proximity to the Kennecott Mine and Root Glacier were fantastic, including the easy shuttle to go to and from. The cabins even offer day use rentals of crampons to explore the glacier! Coordination with the cabin staff was seamless; they were all so hospitable! We particularly appreciated all the recommendations from Mary. :)

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 11, 2025

    10
    Quaint, comfortable, so Alaskan. Loved it
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location was tough but No fault of the property- they gave great directions! McCarthy is tough in the dark with all the trails and roads intersecting if you don’t have a four wheeler. This was my fault though bc we got in so late! I recommend future stayers look at maps prior to losing phone service and trying to find your way boozed up in the dark in bear country. Again all my fault! Otherwise amazing 10/10

    Sooo adorable and friendly staff! Loved these cabins so much!! 10/10 recommend

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: July 22, 2025

    9.0
    We all loved our cabins and hope to come back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/A

    Staff were so kind and helpful! They took such great care of us and the cabins were exactly what we wanted in a gorgeous location!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: September 8, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Small cabin with outside pit toilet/shower. Coffee/tea provided. Also outdoor kitchen.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: September 4, 2024

    8.0
    Fabulous cabins, vey comfy, near great hiking.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Not sure there was much that couldn't been done differently but you do need to get picked up from the staff when you arrive as your car cannot enter the town. That is fine, it's a 20 minute wait. For us there was another group that arrived slightly before us which meant our wait to get to the cabins was about 45 minutes after a long drive, which was less than ideal. But not sure what they can do about that.

    The cabin itself was very cozy, had a great supply of kitchen basics, the shower was warm, the outhouse was fine, and it was a nice spot to be. It was easy to access everything via the shuttle that runs down the street and the bed was super comfortable. The staff were nice.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: July 14, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Did not understand the water filter, cabins could been farther apart, lighting poor

    Location great, staff great, cabin neat experience

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 14, 2024

    9.0
    It was great.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights

    For where this facility was located, the accommodations were great! A lot of attention was given to the clients comfort and they succeeded!

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: June 30, 2024

    9.0
    Awesome cabin in the woods that will help you escape the mosquitoes.
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bathroom needs a door, an outhouse is fine, however, just a bug screen doesn’t give you privacy from the other tenants.

    The cabins had a full kitchen set for pots and pans with a community grill. It was an epic escape from the mosquitos. The fire pit was super cute, and the showers were not “timed” so you could warm up, or cool off as long as you wanted. Also working with Livvy was an awesome experience as she made all of us feel extremely welcomed to her little cabin town.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: August 14, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Note the toilet is an outhouse. Shower close to cabin, it was very ok with hot water etc. Wifi is only at reception. Walk to village is 15-20 minutes. There is a bus stop close. No fridge, power outlet is only USB. It was all good as the cabin itself is high standard.

    It's a very nice cabin in the forest. There is plenty of space, good beds. Place to eat is Potato, highly recommended.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: July 26, 2023

    10
    We cant wait to come back again and stay longer, it was a five star experience.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The mosquitoes

    We had all of are meals at the Potato head restaurant it was very affordable and great food and service

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: July 16, 2023

    10
    excellent
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Cozy, quaint and comfortable. Staff was friendly and helpful. McCarthy has a special, frontier charm. The locals all seem inspired and happy. The Wrangell mountains are absolutely epic. Highly recommend

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: June 10, 2023

    9.0
    Cute cabin on perfect location!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was great - thank you for allowing our family to make great memories

    Perfect location for those visiting Kennecott (short shuttle ride away!) and cabins sit in a beautiful set up. Very hospitable owners - great communication from planning the trip to arrival and during our stay. Cabin is very cute and owners have thought of every detail - beds linens are of good quality and very clean. Mattress is very comfortable. Potable water, sink, stove and coffee pot inside cabin. Outhouse and hot showers a few feet away!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: July 26, 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    No electricity, or electric outlets. Solar power (?) powered two weak light bulbs. Could not get the propane heater to work and no way to contact hosts since our cell phones did not work there. Outhouse was small and crampt.

    The cabins were quaint and new. The shuttle picked us up and delivered us to the footbridge

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: September 2, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 4, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: June 24, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: September 6, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: August 27, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: July 30, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: August 29, 2024

    2.0
    Very Poor
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in August 2024

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