Ma Johnson's Hotel

Hotel with 3 restaurants, near McCarthy Footbridge

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October 2025

November 2025

3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine

Comfort Twin Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Ma Johnson's Hotel welcomes adventure seekers with free breakfast and American dining options. Guests can visit the nearby McCarthy Road Information Station, join ecotours to explore the surroundings, or relax at the hotel's art gallery after a day of outdoor activities.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Bar
Pet-friendly
Housekeeping
Free WiFi
Restaurant

Room options

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Tonight

Oct 8 - Oct 9

Tomorrow

Oct 9 - Oct 10

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Classic Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Blackout curtains

Designer toiletries

Bathrobes

Champagne service

Mountain view
Sleeps 2
2 Single Beds

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

Very good

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Blackout curtains

Designer toiletries

Bathrobes

Champagne service

City view
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Comfort Twin Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Blackout curtains

Designer toiletries

Bathrobes

Champagne service

Mountain view
Sleeps 2
2 Single Beds

Family Triple Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Blackout curtains

Designer toiletries

Bathrobes

Champagne service

City view
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Classic Double Room

Very good

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Blackout curtains

Bathrobes

Designer toiletries

6 bathrooms

City view
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

About the area

Located in Chitina, Ma Johnson's Hotel is in the entertainment district and in the mountains. McCarthy Footbridge is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at McCarthy Creek and McCarthy Road Information Station. Kennecott Visitor Center and Mount Blackburn are two other places to visit that come recommended. Enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and rock climbing, or hop on a bike for hire nearby and explore all the area has to offer.

Visit our McCarthy travel guide

101 Kennicott Avenue, Chitina, AK, 99566

What's nearby

McCarthy-Kennicott Historical Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
McCarthy Footbridge - 6 min drive - 1.4 km
McCarthy Road Information Station - 8 min drive - 3.9 km
Kennecott Visitor Center - 15 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

McCarthy, AK (MXY) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Potato - ‬2 min walk
‪The Meatza Wagon - ‬14 min drive
‪Golden Saloon - ‬1 min walk
‪As The Glacier Melts - ‬8 min drive
‪Bistro - ‬1 min walk

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, a front desk safe and smoke-free property
ATM/banking services, multilingual staff and luggage storage
Wedding services, concierge services and tour/ticket information

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

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Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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
High chair
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

Communal living room
Smoke-free property

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

Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Window screens

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 normal check-in hours will receive an email within 7 days before arrival 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

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

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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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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