Old Faithful Inn / Hotel, Yellowstone National Park

Unique and rustic design has made the Old Faithful Inn a significant part of the history of Yellowstone National Park, and a favorite attraction and lodging option for visitors to the park.

Overview

Built during the winter of 1903-04, the Old Faithful Inn, Yellowstone National Park, was designed by Robert C. Reamer, who wanted the asymmetry of the building to reflect the chaos of nature. The Inn was built using materials from within the park and cost an initial sum of $165k to construct. Three building phases in 1903, 1913, and 1927, have led to its grandeur today. The Old Faithful Inn is a National Historic Landmark and is one of the few remaining log hotels in the United States.

Location

The Old Faithful Inn Yellowstone is located in the Old Faithful Area of Yellowstone National Park, in between Madison and Grant Village on the south west arm of the park’s figure 8 loop road.

Nearby Attractions

The spectacular Old Faithful Inn is within short viewing distance of Old Faithful Geyser, the most famous geyser in the United States, as well as a number of hikes and other not-to-be-missed natural attractions in the Upper Geyser Basin.

• Old Faithful Geyser
  Slip out the front door of the Old Faithful Inn and you are there. Take a seat on the benches or stroll along the boardwalk until the next estimated eruption, typically occurring on intervals between 30 minutes to 1.5 hours.
• Lower Geyser Basin
  You can enjoy this area, encompassing a number of hydrothermal features like the Grand Fountain, by foot (starting at Fountain Paint Pots) or by car (along the Firehole River Drive).
• Geyser Hill Loop Trail
  Starting at the boardwalk in front of the visitor center, this 1.3 mile loop is an easy trail offering visitors the opportunity to see a number of geysers including the Anemone and Beehive geysers.
• Observation Point Loop Trail
  Begin at the Firehole River footbridge, just behind the Old Faithful Geyser, and enjoy this moderate 1.1 mile loop hike that provides great views over the Upper Geyser Basin from an overlook. 
• Firehole River
  The nearby Firehole River is the perfect retreat for avid fly fishing enthusiasts. Test your skills for snagging a brown, rainbow, or brook trout. 
• Kepler Cascades
  Just a few miles south of the Inn, the 125 foot tall Kepler Cascades are easy to see from a pull-out off the main road.

Details & Services

The lobby of the hotel features a 65-foot ceiling, a massive rhyolite fireplace, and railings made of contorted lodgepole pine.

• 327 rooms available to guests, ranging from deluxe suites to modern rooms with baths to basic rooms without bathrooms.
• On-site amenities include a Dining Room, Bear Paw Deli, and Gift Store.
• Within the Old Faithful Area you will find a gas station, ranger station, visitor center, post office, medical clinic, a handful of restaurants and small grocery stores, gift shops, picnic areas, three lodging options, and easy access to trails and nearby attractions and tours.

Reservations

The Old Faithful Inn is open every summer season from early May to mid October. During the winter season, visitors can lodge at the nearby Old Faithful Winter Lodge. Rooms at the Old Faithful Inn range in price from $100-$500 depending on the style of the room and its amenities. To make a reservation at the Old Faithful Inn call 866-GEYSERLAND (1-866-439-7375).