Last updated: February 10, 2026
Place
Lake Hotel and Cabins
Quick Facts
Location:
Lake Village
Significance:
Oldest operating hotel in the park
Designation:
National Historic Landmark
MANAGED BY:
Amenities
6 listed
Accessible Rooms, Food/Drink - Bar/Alcohol For Sale, Food/Drink - Restaurant/Table Service, Gifts/Souvenirs/Books, Restroom, Toilet - Flush
The Lake Yellowstone Hotel is the oldest operating hotel in the park. When it opened in 1891, the building resembled other hotels financed by the Northern Pacific Railroad. In 1903, the architect of the Old Faithful Inn, Robert Reamer, designed the iconic columns, extended the roof in three places, and added the 15 false balconies, which caused it to be known for years as the "Lake Colonial Hotel." By 1929, additional changes—dining room, porte-cochere (portico), sunroom, plus interior refurbishing—created the landmark we experience today. This reservable lodging facility is operated by Yellowstone National Park Lodges, an authorized National Park Service concessioner.
Amenities & Operating Dates
Specific offerings are typically open daily from mid-May through early-October:- Hotel: a National Historic Landmark offering hotel rooms and suites with private bathrooms and classic furnishings. Select rooms feature lake views, and elevator access is available. No smoking/vaping, air conditioning, WiFi, TVs, pets, or in-room cooking allowed.
- Cabins: adjacent to the hotel, cabins offer a more rustic stay with private bathrooms, heat, coffee maker, hairdryer, and fan. No air conditioning, WiFi, TVs, or telephones, and smoking/vaping or cooking is not allowed. Select cabins are pet friendly.
- Dining Room: a full-service restaurant on the shore of Yellowstone Lake, featuring contemporary American cuisine with regional influences. Breakfast and lunch are first-come, first-served; reservations are required for dinner. Advance dinner reservations are available only to overnight lodging and campground guests.
- Deli: centrally located in the Lake Yellowstone Hotel. Get your coffee and head for a chair on the veranda. The Deli also serves house-crafted specialty sandwiches, delicious soups, desserts, and beverages.
- Gift Shop: offering souvenirs and apparel for purchase.
Accessibility
Accessible lodging options are available in both the hotel and select cabins, including rooms with accessible bathrooms and roll-in showers. Accessible parking is available near the hotel entrance. Wheelchairs are available for loan at the hotel for guests while in the area.