With sixty-three magnificent National Parks dotted across the country, even the most outside-averse of us are drawn into some exploration from time to time. But the splendor of Yosemite isn’t always enough to hide the fact that tents don’t have climate control, you haven’t showered in two days, and your partner’s sudden outdoor enthusiasm is making you question the whole relationship.
To help you find the middle ground, we’ve found the best digs near America’s greatest natural treasures. So you can sip wine on the balcony while they galavant in the woods.
Relationship saved.
Many Glacier Hotel
Glacier National Park, Montana
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Montana may not be at the top of everyone’s US bucket list tour- but it should be. Its Glacier National Park is nothing short of astonishing. Often compared to Switzerland, its soaring peaks, glacial landscapes, and turquoise mountain lakes have pulled outdoor enthusiasts for decades.
The Many Glacier Hotel places visitors firmly in the middle of the landscape, resting in the shadow of Mt. Grinnel on the banks of Swiftcurrent Lake. Its beautiful high-ceilinged lobby echoes a Swiss Chalet, and its almost 120-year history is plain to see despite recent renovations.
While it may not be the most luxurious offering on this week’s list, the majesty of its remote location is more than enough to earn its spot.
The Old Faithful Inn
Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
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One of the country’s most iconic natural landmarks needs an equally iconic hotel. Built in 1903, the Old Faithful Inn is the largest log structure in the world and one of the few remaining examples of the Golden Age of rustic resort architecture. Teddy Roosevelt even checked in on its progress as it was being built.
It’s only a stone’s throw from the world-famous geyser itself, and its beautiful viewing platform lets guests watch eruptions, beverage in hand. Its gargantuan lobby is a highlight, with its equally massive stone fireplace, while the rooms are cozy and, of course, all made of log.
Modern Eco Mansion In Yosemite
Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
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One of the country’s most iconic natural landmarks needs an equally iconic hotel. Built in 1903, the Old Faithful Inn is the largest log structure in the world and one of the few remaining examples of the Golden Age of rustic resort architecture. Teddy Roosevelt even checked in on its progress as it was being built.
It’s only a stone’s throw from the world-famous geyser itself, and its beautiful viewing platform lets guests watch eruptions, beverage in hand. Its gargantuan lobby is a highlight, with its equally massive stone fireplace, while the rooms are cozy and, of course, all made of log.
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