About Old Faithful Inn
The Old Faithful Inn, built in 1903 and a member of Historic Hotels of America® since 2012 was designated by the U.S. Secretary of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark in 1987. Historic Hotels of America is the official program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation® for recognizing and celebrating the finest historic hotels across America. Old Faithful Inn, a rustic-style lodge with a log and wood shingle exterior, is adjacent to the world-famous Old Faithful Geyser. The original part of the Inn, known as the "Old House" was completed in 1904 and is an icon of national park architecture and also a National Historic Landmark. The immense lobby rises 76 feet and features a massive stone fireplace and a handcrafted clock made of copper, wood, and wrought iron. It is the most requested lodging facility in Yellowstone National Park, and guest accommodations include rooms with private and shared baths. Additionally, a full-service restaurant, deli, gift store, and interpretive tours are available at the Inn. The Inn is open early May through mid-October.Visit HistoricHotels.org
How to Get There
Old Faithful is 51 miles from Mammoth Hot Springs, 38 miles from the Lake Village, 39 miles from the South Entrance, and 30 miles from the West Entrance. From Madison Junction, drive 16 miles south along with main park road (west side-lower loop) to Old Faithful Village. From West Thumb Junction, drive 17 miles west along the main park road (south side-lower loop) to Old Faithful Village. Yellowstone Airport: 34 miles, 50 minutes. Visit HistoricHotels.org to get more information or make a reservation.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to Old Faithful Inn
Heading to Old Faithful Inn? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for Old Faithful Inn?
No central reservation system listed for Old Faithful Inn. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/231827) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to Old Faithful Inn?
Old Faithful is 51 miles from Mammoth Hot Springs, 38 miles from the Lake Village, 39 miles from the South Entrance, and 30 miles from the West Entrance. From Madison Junction, drive 16 miles south along with main park road (west side-lower loop) to Old Faithful Village. From West Thumb Junction, drive 17 miles west along the main park road (south side-lower loop) to Old Faithful Village. Yellowst…
How do I contact Old Faithful Inn?
You can reach the park at phone: 800 678 8946 or email: info@historichotels.org.
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