15 MOST AMAZING LODGES in the world
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00:00I'm counting down the top 15 most spectacular lodges in the world, starting with number 15,
00:05the Awani Hotel. The Awani Hotel, located in Yosemite National Park, is a stunning example
00:12of rustic architecture. It was built by the Yosemite Park and Curry Company, and it opened
00:17in 1927. The 150,000-square-foot, Y-shaped building features 97 rooms, parlors, and suites,
00:25along with 24 cottages, all showcasing original Native American designs. It was designed by
00:31Gilbert Stanley Underwood. This hotel harmonizes with its natural surroundings and is renowned as
00:37a masterpiece of parkitecture. The interior, initially envisioned with a Mayan revival theme,
00:43was ultimately crafted by Arthur Upham Pope and Phyllis Ackerman. Their design blended Art Deco,
00:49Native American, Middle Eastern, and arts and crafts styles. The grand dining room,
00:54with its 34-foot ceiling supported by rock columns, offers a cathedral-like experience.
01:00Originally meant to seat about 1,000 people, it now accommodates just about 350,
01:05retaining an expansive kitchen designed for fine dining and special events.
01:09The Great Lounge, another remarkable space, features large fireplaces and floor-to-ceiling
01:14plate-glass windows with stained-glass accents. The Iwani's elegance and historical significance
01:19are further highlighted by its influence on popular culture. The hotel's interiors inspired
01:25sets for The Overlook Hotel and Stanley Kubrick's horror film, The Shining. And today, guests can
01:30enjoy regular entertainment such as live piano music during dinnertime amidst the grandeur of
01:35this iconic lodge. 14. The Omni Mount Washington Resort
01:42Located in the landscapes of Bretton Woods in New Hampshire, the Omni Mount Washington Resort
01:47stands out for its classic elegance and the natural beauty of the surrounding White Mountains.
01:52This iconic resort, established in 1902 by railroad tycoon Joseph Stickney,
01:57is a remarkable example of Spanish Renaissance revival architecture. It covers 10,000 acres.
02:03This hotel offers guests breathtaking views of Mount Washington and showcases advanced
02:08technology for its time such as the steel superstructure, an innovative heating system,
02:12and an electric power plant. In 1944, the resort gained some historical significance by hosting the
02:18United Nations Monetary and Financial Conference, known as the Bretton Woods Conference. This event
02:24brought delegates from 44 nations together to establish the International Monetary Fund and
02:30the World Bank, institutions that continue to influence global finance and development.
02:36Although often rumored to have inspired Stephen King's The Shining, the true inspiration for the
02:40Overlook Hotel was the Stanley Hotel in Colorado. Nevertheless, the Omni Mount Washington Resort is
02:46steeped in ghost lore. One of its most famous spectral residents is Carolyn Stickney,
02:51the widow of the hotel's original owner, who is said to still haunt the grounds.
02:56Interestingly, during the hotel's construction, Italian artisans incorporated supernatural
03:01safeguards based on folklore, such as altering the number of steps and staircases to confuse
03:06spirits. But despite the ghoulish rumors, the lodge has hosted numerous high-profile guests,
03:11including Thomas Edison, Joan Crawford, Prince Margaret, and three U.S. presidents. The
03:16combination here of luxurious amenities, rich history, and stunning surroundings makes the
03:21Omni Mount Washington Resort an unforgettable escape. 13. The Montagna Magica Lodge
03:30Located in the jungles of Chile's Huelo Huelo Biological Reserve, the Montagna Magica Lodge
03:35is a unique and enchanting waterfall hotel that evokes the charm of a fantastical world. Though
03:42it appears to be a natural stone spire, it's actually a man-made structure built using
03:47locally sourced lumber and stone. The lodge forms a tall cone from which water cascades
03:52down the sides, weaving between the guest windows and the lush jungle foliage. Inside,
03:57the lodge's cozy suites, each named after a local bird species, come equipped with modern
04:02amenities comparable to high-end hotels in more accessible areas. The charm of the Montagna Lodge
04:08extends beyond the architecture. Guests here can relax in hot tubs crafted from hollowed-out tree
04:14trunks, filled with hot water and set out on a deck overlooking the forest. Reaching this
04:19extraordinary destination requires a bit of effort, as it's located at least two hours from
04:24the nearest airfield. However, the journey is a small price to pay for the opportunity to stay
04:29in a place like this that seems straight out of Middle Earth. It not only provides a unique
04:34lodging experience, but also immerses guests in stunning beauty and biodiversity of the Huelo
04:39Huelo Reserve. With its cascading waterfall, lush surroundings, and myriad activities,
04:45it offers an unforgettable retreat into nature's wonders.
04:4912. Crater Lake Lodge
04:53Crater Lake Lodge, established in 1915, provides overnight accommodations in the stunning setting
04:59of Crater Lake National Park in southern Oregon. Perched on the southwest rim of the Crater Lake
05:04Caldera, this lodge offers views of the lake 1,000 feet below. It's managed by the National
05:10Park Service and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and has been a
05:14member of the Historic Hotels of America program since 2012. The creation was driven by William
05:20Gladstone Steele, who, after accompanying the 1886 Geological Survey of Crater Lake, advocated for
05:25the establishment of the park. In 1902, President Theodore Roosevelt signed the bill making Crater
05:31Lake the sixth national park in the U.S. Steele's vision for a guest lodge took shape when Portland
05:37developer Alfred Parkhurst was persuaded to build the lodge on the rim above Crater Lake in 1909.
05:43Despite the challenges, including heavy snowfall, poor roads, and a short construction season,
05:48the lodge was completed in 1915 with a simple design to manage costs.
05:53Originally, the lodge itself had no private bathrooms and minimal electricity.
05:57In 1967, the National Park Service acquired Crater Lake Lodge and by 1981, it was listed
06:03on the National Register of Historic Places. Public opposition led to a decision to renovate
06:08the lodge, which began in 1989 and was completed in 1994 at a cost of about $15 million.
06:13The Great Hall here was meticulously dismantled and restored, while the rest of the building
06:18was upgraded with modern amenities and safety features. Today, the lodge operates with 71 rooms
06:24offering a mix of historic charm and contemporary comfort. Visitors can learn about the lodge's
06:29history through exhibits and enjoy the natural beauty of Crater Lake. The lodge continues to be
06:35a beloved destination, embodying a rich history and offering unparalleled scenic vistas.
06:4111. Manny Glacier Hotel The Manny Glacier Hotel is a historic hotel
06:47situated on the eastern shore of the Swift Current Lake in Glacier National Park, Montana,
06:52in the United States. It was designed in a Swiss Alpine theme. The hotel consists of a series of
06:58chalet-style buildings that rise up to four stories high and extend along the lakeshore.
07:03The foundation is constructed of stone, while the superstructure is wood, finished with brown-painted
07:08wood siding. Inside, the four-story lobby is encircled by balconies featuring railings
07:13patterned after Swiss designs. Construction began in 1914 and was completed in just a year,
07:19opening on July 4, 1915. This project was an effort by Lewis W. Hill, president of the Great
07:25Northern Railway and son of James J. Hill, to promote Glacier National Park as a premier
07:30destination. Hill envisioned the area as the American Alps and chose a Swiss chalet style
07:36for the park's hotels. The Glacier Park Lodge and Manny Glacier Hotel were intended to be the
07:42central attractions, with the backcountry chalets designed to lure visitors out to explore the
07:46wilderness. The hotel maintains its historic charm, with most rooms offering views of Swift
07:52Current Lake or the surrounding mountains. It's a contributing property in the National Historic
07:57Landmark Great Northern Railway Buildings District, and it's a member of the Historic
08:01Hotels of America, this official program of the National Trust. Manny Glacier Hotel includes two
08:07suites, seven family rooms, and 205 guest rooms, with lodging options categorized as lakeside,
08:13deluxe, standard, and value. 10. El Tovar Hotel
08:20The El Tovar Hotel, commonly referred to as El Tovar, is a historic former Harvey House hotel
08:26located on the south rim of the Grand Canyon in Arizona. It was designed by Charles Whittlesay,
08:32the chief architect for the Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fe Railways. The hotel opened its doors in
08:371905. It was part of a chain of hotels and restaurants operated by the Fred Harvey Company,
08:43strategically situated near the Grand Canyon Depot, which lies only 300 feet away. El Tovar is one of
08:49the few Harvey House facilities still in operation today and represents an early example of the style
08:54that evolved into National Park Service rustic architecture. The hotel has been featured in the
09:001983 film National Lampoon's Vacation, so it may look familiar. Constructed from local limestone
09:06and Oregon pine, the hotel's lower sections are primarily log-built, while the upper levels feature
09:11framed construction with sheathing and planking. The central portion is a two-story structure topped
09:16with a turret and a pyramidal roof flanked by wings of varying heights, resulting in roof decks.
09:22The lobby, located behind a broad entry veranda, extends four stories, while the guest wing creates
09:27a semi-octagonal space known as the grotto. The central rotunda in the lobby features Swiss-inspired
09:34cut-out wood railings and peeled log posts, all varnished dark brown set against southwestern
09:39patterned carpets. Initially, the hotel had 103 guest rooms and 21 guest bathrooms. Today,
09:45it offers 78 rooms, all with private baths. El Tovar opened before the Grand Canyon became a
09:51formally protected federal park. The Grand Canyon Game Preserve was established by President Theodore
09:56Roosevelt's executive order in 1906, followed by the Grand Canyon National Monument in 1908,
10:02and then finally, the Grand Canyon National Park in 1919. The Santa Fe Railway anticipated
10:08increased traffic to the Grand Canyon, and they expanded their hotel's initial design,
10:12which was carried out by Whittlesea with a budget of $250,000. El Tovar set a precedent for destination
10:19resorts in national parks, offering a blend of rustic charm and modern comfort. Roosevelt himself
10:25stayed here during his visits to the Grand Canyon in 1911 and 1913, even writing a book about his
10:301913 trip. 9. Sosuvlai Desert Lodge
10:36The first impression of this lodge is from the sky. As you descend about one and a half hours
10:40in the air over craggy canyons and khaki desert, barren except for the occasional leafless tree
10:46and ribbons of dried riverbed. Upon landing on the private airstrip, essentially a long rectangle of
10:51organized rocks in the sand, the central building appears like a rusted sail emerging from the lone
10:57hill. From the airstrip, the eleven suites, scattered on either side of the lodge, are barely
11:02visible. This lodge underwent a nine-month, $3 million rebuild, leaving only a few walls from
11:09the original lodge and suites to address the dwindling animal population. The lodge has ten
11:14one-bedroom suites and a singular two-bedroom suite. The one-bedroom suite features floor-to-
11:19ceiling frameless windows on nearly three sides, providing unobstructed views. The interior is
11:25subdued, mirroring the exterior environment with khakis, browns, and occasional pops of black
11:30spread across natural fabrics and furniture. A favorite feature is the turndown service,
11:35which includes the opening-the-room skylight offering a view of the Milky Way from your bed.
11:41With only around 24 guests at any time, the service is personal and focused. You'll have
11:46the same housekeeper, guide, and waiter throughout your stay, making it easy to establish a routine
11:51in such a foreign environment. At each meal, the lodge's activities manager, Vernon Swanepoel,
11:56will stop by your table to check in on what you want to do that day, and there's no set schedule
12:01for you. The choose-your-own-adventure-style menu offers opportunities for e-biking around the
12:06lodge's 12-mile path, hiking to rock paintings and the surrounding caves, driving quad bikes over
12:12the dunes, or taking a sunset nature drive through the reserve. 8. Dalvey-by-the-Sea
12:19Dalvey-by-the-Sea is a National Historic Site of Canada located on the north shore of Prince
12:24Edward Island at the eastern end of Prince Edward Island National Park. The hotel is a popular
12:30attraction for visitors to Prince Edward Island and has been featured in the Anne of Green Gables
12:34movies. Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge visited Dalvey-by-the-Sea
12:40during their 2011 royal tour of Canada. William took part in training exercise with the Canadian
12:45forces, executing a waterbird emergency landing procedure. In 1895, a wealthy Scots-born American
12:52industrialist, Alexander MacDonald, discovered the area while on vacation on Prince Edward Island.
12:57He and his wife became so enamored with the area that MacDonald purchased 120 acres of land
13:02and commissioned a house to be built there. Construction costs were about $50,000 and the
13:07lower half of the house was constructed with island sandstone in its natural form. Water and
13:12power were supplied by a series of windmills. The MacDonalds kept a number of servants, including
13:17grooms to look after the many horses and carriages owned by the family, and it cost about $10,000 a
13:22year to operate it. They enjoyed the house for over a decade, but by 1909, Alexander MacDonald
13:28was not in good health and at the end of that summer, he stood for the last time at Long Pond
13:33gazing at his house before quietly saying, goodbye Dalvey. He died in Long Beach, California in 1910.
13:40After his passing, the property was left to MacDonald's granddaughters. Since they were
13:44underage at the time, it was managed by their father. Due to some bad investments, though,
13:48the $15 million Alexander fortune dwindled to nothing and the estate had to be sold.
13:54The property itself was tended by William Hughes since the death of Alexander. When he contacted
13:59the family to ask what should be done with the place, they told him he could have it for the
14:02back taxes. Hughes bought the house and furnishings for $486.57. He had no interest in keeping it,
14:10so he sold it to William O'Leary of Montreal. The O'Leary's removed most of the furniture and
14:16eventually it was sold to Captain Edward Dix. Dix renovated the house, intending to turn it
14:21into a hotel. However, he ran out of money. In time, George DeBlois acquired the property.
14:26In 1938, DeBlois sold the house and land to the Government of Canada. Since then, the house has
14:32been operated as a hotel by operators under a leased concession from Parks Canada. There are
14:3726 guest rooms, all furnished with period antiques. 7. The Zion Lodge
14:45The Zion Lodge is in Zion National Park in Utah in the United States.
14:50The lodge was designed in 1924 as a compromise solution between its developer, the Utah Parks
14:56Company, which wanted a large hotel, and the National Park Service director, Stephen Mather,
15:01who desired a smaller-scale development. The Utah Parks Company had been formed in 1923 as a
15:07subsidiary of the Union Pacific Railroad and was, like many similar programs, intended to stimulate
15:13passenger rail traffic to the national parks. Gilbert Stanley Underwood designed the Zion Lodge
15:19as part of a series of similar structures for the Utah Parks Company. Underwood used less stonework
15:25and smaller pieces. The structures were designed to be more in keeping with the character of the
15:29valley floor, which at the time of its construction was still inhabited by settlers. A fire in 1966
15:36destroyed the original lodge, but it was rebuilt within 100 days, but the original rustic look was
15:41lost in favor of reopening the lodge. A 1990 remodel restored the original look. In addition
15:47to the main lodge building, there are a number of original buildings that remain there in the complex.
15:51This includes guest cabins built in 1927 and 29, employee dormitories built in 1927 and 37,
15:58and a few support buildings. They were all designed by Underwood. And an interesting side
16:03note, on April 12, 1995, a landslide blocked the Virgin River downstream from the lodge.
16:09Over a period of two hours, the river had carved away 590 feet of the only exit road from the
16:14canyon, trapping 450 guests and employees in the lodge. Access to the lodge was restored on May 25
16:21that year, and Zion Lodge is a member of the Historic Hotels of America, the official program
16:26of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. 6. The Masonic Lodge of the Andes Hotel
16:33Freemasonry is renowned for its discretion, keeping its opulence secret, but the Andes
16:39Hotel's Masonic Temple became too secret for its own good and was forgotten for years until it was
16:45surprisingly found during later construction. Built adjacent to London's Liverpool Street
16:50train station in 1884, the Great Eastern Hotel was one of the city's original railway hotels.
16:56Typically impressive in size, these buildings were designed as a symbolic demonstration of
17:01a rail transport's wealth. However, when the tourism industry boomed, hotels of all sizes
17:06sprang up across the city, and cars gradually replaced trains as the primary mode of transport.
17:12Almost a century after its opening, the Great Eastern Hotel found a new destiny through designer
17:17Terence Conron, who decided to polish the landmark by getting rid of the outdated interiors and
17:22giving the building an ambitiously chic makeover. During the restoration, engineers noticed a few
17:28discrepancies in the blueprints. Then, like something out of an adventure movie, they removed
17:32one of the walls to find a wood-paneled antechamber, and on the other side of a studded
17:36double door, a vast and incredibly refined Masonic Temple. Built in 1912, this forgotten chamber is a
17:43pure jewel of luxury and is probably one of the most grandiose Masonic Temples in London.
17:49Neoclassical in style, the windowless room is now known as the Grecian Temple.
17:54The opulent room includes an organ, hand-carved mahogany chairs, bronze candelabras on claw feet,
17:59and no less than 12 different types of marble. A Masonic Lodge in a hotel sounds a bit inappropriate
18:06nowadays, but in 19th century Great Britain, it was unusual but not unheard of. At the time,
18:12being part of a fraternal organization was very popular among gentlemen, and railway hotels
18:17developed a large variety of facilities to become more competitive. Having a Masonic Lodge was a
18:22plus if you wanted to attract a certain class of patronage. In the case of the Great Eastern Hotel,
18:27Freemasons helped to construct a hotel, and they were secretly given a room that enabled
18:31them to gather for rites. 5. The Greyfield Inn
18:37Cumberland Island, situated along the coast and part of the Georgian Golden Islands,
18:42is predominantly a component of the Cumberland Island National Seashore and owned by the National
18:47Park Service. This encompasses nearly 10,000 acres of protected land, maintaining its natural
18:52state while intermingling with grand plantations from another era, now in varying states of
18:57disrepair. When John F. Kennedy Jr. was looking for a private place to wed the ethereal beauty
19:02Carolyn Bessette in 1996, away from the media's gaze, he flew his small plane to a tiny airstrip
19:08on Cumberland Island, a wildly romantic and remote isle off the coast of Georgia. Stretching about 18
19:14miles long, Cumberland is the largest of Georgia's 15 sea islands, about a third larger than Manhattan,
19:20yet it's got abundantly rich wildlife, herds of wild horses, armadillos, bobcats, wild hogs,
19:26raccoons, and great flocks of migratory birds. The island was given its current name by the 13-year-old
19:32nephew of Chief Tomochichi, who visited England with Oglethorpe and struck up a teen friendship
19:38with Prince William, Duke of Cumberland, son of George II. However, it's the Carnegies, the
19:42American aristocrats who made their fortune in steel, who seem to have the most enduring legacy
19:47here. Thomas and Lucy Carnegie laid down roots in the 1880s, building an imposing 59-room gothic
19:53mansion they named Dungeness as a winter retreat to escape the smog of Pittsburgh. The house,
19:59which at its peak had 200 servants, was abandoned after the Great Depression and then burnt down in
20:041959, allegedly by a disgruntled poacher who had been caught trapping a wild boar and shot in the
20:10leg by a caretaker. The singed ruins still stand proud, though, overlooking the marsh and beyond.
20:17Picnicking here or beachcombing the muddy beach for seashells or shark's teeth,
20:21a megalodon tooth maybe, is a must for day-trippers or intrepid campers. However,
20:26if you want to experience Cumberland in style and a glimpse into the Carnegies' wild and private
20:30paradise, it's said that guests should head two miles north to the magical Greyfield Inn,
20:35a colonial revival mansion built in 1901. 4. The Nanaboozhoo Lodge
20:42Nestled in the forests of Lake Superior's North Shore in Minnesota might appear just as another
20:48Northwoods resort at first glance, with its cedar-shingled exterior and windows offering
20:53views of the icy expanse of the Great Lake. Yet, its interior is truly what sets it apart,
20:59hinting at the lodge's unique origins. Upon stepping inside, guests are greeted by a kaleidoscope
21:05burst of color in the dining room. However, this interior isn't a product of the 1970s,
21:10nor was it inspired by any Alice in Wonderland. The murals adorned the walls and ceilings of
21:16the lodge reflect an Art Deco style infused with native Cree design elements, remaining
21:21unchanged since the lodge opened its doors at the end of the Roaring Twenties. Originally,
21:26the lodge served as the clubhouse for a members-only retreat established by a group of
21:30affluent Duluth businessmen. They envisioned the area as an exclusive sportsman's paradise and
21:36named their private club after Nanaboozhoo, a trickster spirit and cultural hero of a tribe
21:41who also appeared in Cree mythology. Securing a 99-year lease on a 3,300-acre parcel of land,
21:47the ground was officially broken in March of 1928. Membership here was strictly controlled,
21:53available to only prominent and well-connected, with just two dissenting votes from the 24-member
21:59board enough to blackball an applicant. Memberships were sold for just $200 or more,
22:05with Minnesota residents limited to 25% of the club's composition. Free memberships were bestowed
22:10upon the Jazz Age luminaries such as Babe Ruth, Jack Dempsey, and Ring Lardner. When the club
22:15opened in 1929, it did so with considerable fanfare. Visitors then, as now, were captivated
22:22by the clubhouse's 30-by-80-foot Great Hall, adorned with murals by French artist Antoine
22:27Buffet. The room also has a 12-foot, 200-ton fireplace crafted entirely from native stone,
22:34purportedly the largest such fireplace in Minnesota. However, the year 1929 proved to
22:40be ill-fated for launching an expensive, elitist private club. The stock market crash in October
22:46plunged the nation into the Great Depression, leaving the club's members financially drained.
22:50Lacking public support, the club struggled to stay afloat and foreclosed in 1935.
22:56Over the ensuing decades, the property changed hands multiple times, with the clubhouse repurposed
23:00first as a hotel, then as a family-run resort lodge. Throughout the transitions, though,
23:05efforts were made to preserve the building's original elegance and design, leading to its
23:09inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places in 1982. 3. The Timberline Lodge
23:17Film buffs around the world may recognize this one. Perched nearly 6,000 feet on the south side
23:23of Mount Hood, about 60 miles east of Portland, the Timberline Lodge stands as a symbol of
23:29resilience and craftsmanship. Built by the craftsmen of the WPA during the height of the
23:34Great Depression, the lodge is an example of the ingenuity and dedication of its creators.
23:39Crafted from large timbers and local stone, the lodge exudes a rustic charm. While the Timberline
23:45Lodge offers year-round enjoyment for snow sports enthusiasts, serving as a gateway to the slopes
23:50and summit of North America's tallest active volcano, it's perhaps best known to many as the
23:55Overlook Hotel from Stanley Kubrick's The Shining. However, contrary to popular belief, the lodge's
24:01interior bears little resemblance to the film's depiction. Only a few establishing shots of the
24:07Timberline Lodge were used in the movie, with all interior scenes filmed at Elstree Studios
24:12in England using mockups of the lodge's exteriors. During Halloween, the lodge takes on a whole new
24:18persona, with Nike occasionally renting out the entire hotel to host a private, Shining-themed
24:24night of revelry. Complete with twins roaming the hallways and Danny riding around on his big wheels
24:30through the dining room, this event is a playful homage to the film. While despite its cinematic
24:35associations, Mount Hood itself can be a treacherous place, claiming over 130 lives throughout the last
24:40century. However, the Timberline Lodge itself boasts a thankfully calm, not-so-scary history,
24:47constructed in under 15 months. Not a single worker suffered a serious injury or lost their
24:52life during its construction. 2. Volcano House
24:57Located within the grounds of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on the island of Hawaii,
25:02the Volcano House stands as a landmark with a rich and storied past. Originally built in 1877
25:08and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Volcano House has undergone several
25:13transformations throughout its history. In ancient Hawaii, the volcano was a sacred place
25:18where offerings were made to the fire goddess of Pele. Over the centuries, evidence of human
25:22activity, including the gathering of volcanic glass for tools, has been found in the area.
25:27The site gradually became a destination for explorers, with the first primitive shelter
25:31erected in the early 1840s. The Volcano House then evolved over time with various structures
25:37constructed to accommodate guests. Notable guests include Mark Twain, who penned his experiences in
25:42roughing it after staying at the lodge. In 1912, geologist Thomas Jagger established a scientific
25:48observatory adjacent to the lodge, further cementing its association with the study of
25:53volcanic activity. However, tragedy struck in 1940 when a kitchen fire destroyed the main building
25:59of the Volcano House. Undeterred, owner George Lycurgus spearheaded the construction of a new,
26:05more elegant hotel designed by Charles William Dickey. The new building opened in 1941,
26:10featuring larger rooms and modern amenities. Today, the Volcano House remains the only public
26:15hotel within Hawaii's Volcanoes National Park, serving as a gateway for visitors to explore
26:21the awe-inspiring landscapes and volcanic wonders of the island.
26:26Number 1. Old Faithful Inn
26:29Located in the breathtaking beauty of Yellowstone National Park, the Old Faithful Inn stands as a
26:34majestic example of the grandeur of rustic resort architecture and the enduring allure of the
26:40American West. Perched at an elevation about 7,300 feet above sea level, with a commanding view of
26:46the legendary Old Faithful geyser, this historic inn offers guests an unparalleled experience.
26:53Constructed during the early 20th century, the inn's design pays homage to the rugged landscape
26:57that surrounds it, utilizing locally sourced materials such as lodgepole pine and rhyolite
27:03Its multi-story log lobby, adorned with twisted branches and crowned by a steeply pitched roof,
27:08exudes a sense of rustic elegance. At the heart of the inn lies its iconic stone fireplace,
27:15a towering monument to warmth. At 16 square feet at the base, with four main hearths and
27:21smaller ones at the corners, this monumental fireplace has served as a gathering place for
27:25generations. The inn's dining room, with its log scissor trusses and own stone fireplace,
27:31provides guests with a culinary experience that is as memorable as it is delicious,
27:36whether savoring a hearty meal or simply soaking in the ambiance of the surroundings.
27:40Throughout its illustrious history, the Old Faithful Inn has undergone several expansions
27:45and renovations, yet its enduring appeal remains undiminished. As guests gather around the
27:51fireplace or gaze out at the majestic landscape, they become part of a tradition that stretches
27:57back over a century, a tradition of hospitality, heritage, and timeless beauty of Yellowstone
28:03National Park. Here, amidst the splendor of the American West, the Old Faithful Inn continues
28:08to stand as a beacon of warmth, welcome, and wonder for all those that seek solace and
28:13inspiration in the embrace of nature. Thanks for watching everyone, I'll see you next time.