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Lake Yellowstone Hotel Review

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Lake Yellowstone Hotel

Fodor's Review:

More Kennebunkport than Western, this distinguished hotel is the park's oldest. Dating from 1891, the white-and-pastel-color hotel has maintained an air of refinement that Old Faithful Inn can't because of its constant tour buses full of visitors. Just off the lobby, a spacious sunroom offers priceless views of Lake Yellowstone at sunrise or sunset. It's also a great place to play cards, catch up on a newspaper from the gift shop, or just soak in the grandeur of a 117-year-old National Historic Landmark. Note the tile-mantel fireplace, the etched windows of the gift shop, and the beautiful bay windows. Rooms have white wicker furnishings, giving them a light, airy feeling; some have lake views. There is one two-room suite with lake views that has been used as accommodations for more than one U.S. president. The least expensive rooms are in an annex, not the original building. Pros: An oasis of elegance in the park, with the best views of any park lodging. Cons: The most expensive property in the park (even Old Faithful Inn has some rooms under $100), restaurant expensive and not particularly kid-friendly.

  • Hotel Details: 194 rooms
  • In-room: no a/c, no TV.
  • In-hotel: restaurant, bar, no-smoking rooms.
  • Rate includes: European Plan
  • Credit Cards: AE, D, DC, MC, V
  • Closed: Closed early Oct.-mid-May

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