Old Faithful Inn
Old Faithful Inn
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The world's largest log cabin has an excellent view of Old Faithful.
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- Susan DHuntington Beach, California1,785 contributionsThe History and Architecture is FantasticBeautiful historic hotel. I l is some people slam places that have high price tags and are not modern and spiffy. But it’s about the history, the architecture and of course the location. Yes there are lots of people and many many that are not staying at the Inn but it’s still wonderful. We were in the west wing. Two queens full bath and closet with a nice view of open spaces. Coffee maker and ice bucket. There is the nice restaurant, the bar with appetizers, a deli and a code stand. The staff is friendly and accommodating. The restaurant food off the menu was very good.Visited May 2024Travelled with friendsWritten 23 May 2024
- Marcello017Jacksonville, Florida268 contributionsUnique hotel buildingPretty impressive building with great all surrounded by wooden pillars and with a great fireplace in the middle of it. The structure makes it a unique place to visit. Some of the rooms have view on the old faithful and upper basin. Very early reservation is normally required for peak seasons (and not only).Visited June 2024Travelled with familyWritten 14 June 2024
- Migratory NerdsOrlando, Florida151 contributionsA quiet escape from the crowds of Old FaithfulDon’t overlook visiting the Inn! The architect and decor is incredible! Make sure to look up the history of the building. Head up to the second floor balcony, grab a coffee from the espresso cart, and find a rocking chair! We spent nearly an hour just enjoying some quiet reflection.Visited June 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 10 August 2024
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jesse o
Jackson, WY6,480 contributions
Oct 2019 • Family
So sad it will not open this year; it is my favourite building on earth. It’s easy to be critical of how crazy busy it gets on a summer day but stay around awhile, especially lodging inside it. Even in July, after the daytrippers depart, its ambience is so very impressive. I Recommend you book more than a year in advance. It’s that popular. Book your dining room reservations early, too. Some rooms have a better view than others but the overall moodiness of the basin and the structure is something delightful to savour, if given some leisure in which to take it in.
Written 7 July 2020
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Ryan C.
Greenwood, IN169 contributions
Aug 2021
This is an amazing building in terms of history, architecture, (and ghost stories). Take your time. Look at the windows and the construction, both inside and outside. If you want to stay there, you need to request a reservation VERY far in advance, and be prepared to pay a high price. As with other properties nearby, do not expect Wi-Fi, air conditioning, or televisions. The purpose of staying there is to be one with nature and experience the beauty surrounding you. I was able to visit, but was not able to stay the night in the Old Faithful Inn. We would have needed multiple rooms to fit our family of 5. Hopefully, my wife and I can visit in our retirement years and stay in one of the historic rooms.
Written 8 June 2022
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CUtraveller
South Carolina41 contributions
Oct 2021 • Couples
The location is perfect for getting around the park, especially getting places early before the crowds and when the animals are most active. Also the view of old faithful from our room was fantastic.
However, be prepared for musty rooms and, as others have pointed out, no AC, TV or in room refrigerator (a $5 foam cooler from the Food Roundup in West Yellowstone is a worthwhile purchase). If you have any food in your room make sure you mouse proof it as we were awakened one night to a mouse getting into ours.
The buffet is pretty bad - it takes a special ability to make meatloaf that bad. On the other hand, the to-go sandwiches from the Bear Paw Deli made for a good picnic lunch while visiting the park.
However, be prepared for musty rooms and, as others have pointed out, no AC, TV or in room refrigerator (a $5 foam cooler from the Food Roundup in West Yellowstone is a worthwhile purchase). If you have any food in your room make sure you mouse proof it as we were awakened one night to a mouse getting into ours.
The buffet is pretty bad - it takes a special ability to make meatloaf that bad. On the other hand, the to-go sandwiches from the Bear Paw Deli made for a good picnic lunch while visiting the park.
Written 9 October 2021
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Angie J
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July 2022
Glad we stayed but will likely never stay here again. The lobby is extremely busy with people who are not staying at the hotel, only wanting to visit the iconic inn. The most recent addition to the hotel was in 1927, and our room must have been a part of that addition (or earlier). There is no air conditioning, and while the night air, even in July, dips into the 30s-40s, it does get quite warm during the day and the window could only be raised about 8 inches (for safety reasons), so the room was very stuffy and hot throughout the night. I could have overlooked the crowds but sleeping while hot is not something I want to pay $500/night for, so next time we will be looking elsewhere.
Written 27 July 2022
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Tomas2
Seattle, WA32 contributions
Aug 2020
The east wing rooms are being rented out and are totally not worth $500 per night and not worth half that price. Especially with the rest of the Inn closed. Location only goes so far with cost. No a/c or TV which I'm ok with. No fridge though. Very limited food service throughout the park. Old Faithful area is a day trip I'd do from West Yellowstone and stay there also.
Written 31 August 2020
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Mike H
Phoenix, AZ2,007 contributions
Sept 2021
This is the neatest building because it is built out of logs. You need reservations way in advance to get into here and it will cost you. But you can wander in and look it over. I stayed here many years ago and it was an experience to walk out the door and head for your seat at Old Faithful Geyser
Written 3 October 2021
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SFKAT3
London, UK288 contributions
Sept 2020
We booked a room for one night because of the location and the opportunity to stay at this historical century old inn. It was disappointing to arrive and find that the lobby was not open for guests of the inn to see but in retrospect we should have been able to figure that out since at the time of booking, it stated we would need to check in at the Snow Lodge. Having said that, we were not disappointed with our stay. yes the rooms at the inn are basic and old but they work. And yet another unexpected turn of events upon arrival, our room had a direct view of the geyser! Simply incredible despite being obscured for photos by a insect screen. We got take out dinner from the Obsidian dining room and it was for the most part delicious. We had the bison short ribs and local trout — outstanding — accompanied by good mashed potatoes and carrots that we did not eat as well as some delicious root beer that we topped up with our bourbon bought at the gift shop :-)
We thoroughly enjoyed watching the geyser erupt and the whole area but I certainly would not come here at the height of tourist season. I imagine it was just be a long wait for everything and not very pleasant. We very much appreciated all the staff here doing the best they could with pleasant interactions despite the pandemic and keeping up with PPE and social distancing.
We thoroughly enjoyed watching the geyser erupt and the whole area but I certainly would not come here at the height of tourist season. I imagine it was just be a long wait for everything and not very pleasant. We very much appreciated all the staff here doing the best they could with pleasant interactions despite the pandemic and keeping up with PPE and social distancing.
Written 6 October 2020
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RICART75
Peru, IN2,423 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
After viewing Old Faithful erupt, we walked over and explored this iconic structure.
The lobby area is a wood-centric and stone architectural masterpiece; deserving of some thoughtful observation and historical appreciation.
We decided to try the buffet lunch. The offerings were decent; but the real highlight was being able to further immerse oneself in this compelling atmosphere.
Once we finished enjoying our time of visiting this amazing site, we were fortunate enough to be greeted by another Old Faithful eruption; making for a satisfying punctuation to the whole experience.
Whether or not one is seeking lodging at this historic establishment; it most certainly
warrants a visit.
The lobby area is a wood-centric and stone architectural masterpiece; deserving of some thoughtful observation and historical appreciation.
We decided to try the buffet lunch. The offerings were decent; but the real highlight was being able to further immerse oneself in this compelling atmosphere.
Once we finished enjoying our time of visiting this amazing site, we were fortunate enough to be greeted by another Old Faithful eruption; making for a satisfying punctuation to the whole experience.
Whether or not one is seeking lodging at this historic establishment; it most certainly
warrants a visit.
Written 28 July 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Doc B
Amboy, WA77 contributions
June 2021
This is one of the worst places we stayed for about $500 a night. Front desk totally disorganized, rooms were like a cheap hotel without air-conditioning or TV, poorly appointed, food was just plain awful, That all said this is a must see visit for the day with wonderful trails and amazing gaisers. Nice too see the Architecture but not to stay here.
Written 5 July 2021
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Trey A
Murfreesboro, TN48 contributions
June 2023 • Couples
We absolutely loved the Old Faithful Inn's gift shop! It is large and has a wide variety of souvenirs and gifts, and at reasonable prices! The Assistant Manager Nick and all of his staff were so helpful! I highly recommend stopping in for your Yellowstone gifts!
Written 23 June 2023
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Hello, we are staying in the Old Faithful Inn West Wing Standard Room 1 Queen. The room description is "These rooms offer attractive modern furnishings with one or two queen size beds and a private bath. They come with either a tub/shower or shower only." Is there a toilet in the room? Thank you.
Written 4 June 2018
Yes, there is a toilet, but everything on that side is a tight fit. The east wing rooms had more space.
Written 9 June 2018
Sonali B
55 contributions
Are there hedgehogs and porcupines at Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming USA?
Written 6 February 2018
we didn't see any . but there may be some
Written 13 February 2018
June 2018, our family of 4 will be staying at Old Faithful Inn for two nights. We will have our own bicycles. 2 adventurous, 2 not so adventurous. Never been there before and not sure what bicycle trails to take to maximize our limited time there. Any suggestions?
Written 22 September 2017
I did see some bicycles on the roads...Yellowstone consists of mountain road loops, you can drive parts of the loops if you want (lower loop; upper loop; grand loop), which descend & ascend with some straight parts. If you want to see everything, the car would be the best and safest way to go. Contact Old Faithful for wise advice. We did the grand loop, started early. It takes all day, glad we did it, but the roads can be challenging.
Old Faithful was always a great ending spot, a lot to see & eat & do there. Gets crowded. Starting early you don't have as much crowds and better parking at the various vistas. Saw the Yellow bus tours which take people to places rather than driving yourself. Have a great trip, so much to see & enjoy!
Written 26 September 2017
Is it to hot in July to not have A/C?
Written 5 April 2017
We were there in October so I can't be sure about the temperature in July. However, it was warm because it is a wide open area with grass, gravel, and blacktop.
Written 13 May 2017
I am planning a trip to Yellowstone with my mother who is 80 years old. She has always wanted to see Yellowstone but now has mobility issues. Can anyone point me in the right direction for hotels, sites, restaurants and things to do that are accessible? She can walk and take some stairs, but not many flights at a time. She is mostly sure-footed but can handle some bumps. We visited Charleston recently and she did not do well on cobblestones. Thank you for any help you can offer.
Written 1 May 2016
We are going to be a group of 18 on a Caravan Tour in July. Where would you recommend we have dinner as a group.
Written 30 March 2016
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