Come and Stay a While the Accommodations of the Xanterra Travel Collection
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Come And Stay A While The Accommodations of the Xanterra Travel Collection Sometimes we feel connected to a destination because we’ve been there before. It lives in our hearts and comes alive in our memories. At the Xanterra Travel Collection, we’ve been operating park lodges. A quaint inn that has been run by a local in some of the most legendary, beautiful places in the family for generations. An extraordinary all-suite yacht world for more than 150 years, including being proud sailing to hidden harbors and small ports. Wherever you stewards of several national parks. So we ourselves long to go in the world, wherever you need to hang your have deep connections that reach far back over time. hat, Xanterra has a place waiting for you. Which means available accommodations come in all kinds of beautiful shapes and sizes. Historic national Let’s go, adventure awaits. “ That was my mother’s policy: Feel free, feel welcome. Be happy.” – Bridgett M. Davis, novelist The Accommodations of the Xanterra Travel Collection | 1 “ In wilderness is the preservation of the world.” — Henry David Thoreau, writer Wild Places, scenic and geologic wonders, there is so much more to discover when you visit: our historic lodges. Journeys Modern Comfort, back in time. It may seem counterintuitive to go to the great wilderness to visit its buildings, but many stand Historic Lodging on their own as keepers of times past. From classic log structures and adobe buildings, to elegant 1920s-style Staying In And Around Our hotels and European-inspired chalets, the historic lodges National Parks of our national parks have many stories to tell. Some are so grand and luxurious, it’s hard to see their wild Uncommon access to a world of unforgettable and some of America’s most beautiful and beloved edges. Others shine because they are simple and rustic. landscapes. And while these extraordinary places are Either way, these one-of-a-kind storied lodgings turn an ones of vast beauty, breathtaking landscapes, and overnight stay into an experience unlike anything else. Windstar Cruises, Stateroom The Accommodations of the Xanterra Travel Collection | 2 Grand Canyon National Park Lodges Immense canyon. Layers of colorful rock. Unmatched vistas in almost every direction. It’s no wonder visitors flock from all over to see the Grand Canyon’s unique combination of geological color and erosional forms. And with the Grand Canyon National Park Lodges you’ll find premier in-park lodging right at the South Rim, from iconic historic lodges to an outpost at the bottom of the canyon floor. Here are some of our favorites. El Tovar Bright Angel Lodge & cabins, “Buckey O’Neill Cabin” Stay at the crown jewel of Historic National Park Lodges, 1905. Due to the historic nature of the building, no two the legendary El Tovar, located directly on the rim of the of its 78 rooms are alike, giving the hotel its distinctive Grand Canyon. Envisioned as a cross between a Swiss charm. And each of the 12 hotel suites has a unique chalet and a Norwegian villa, it first opened its doors in name, identity, and decor. Explore El Tovar Bright Angel Lodge & Cabins Designed in 1935 by famed Southwest architect Mary E.J. Colter, this iconic lodge and surrounding cabins are rich with cultural history and natural rustic character. Accommodations range from cozy units and standard lodge rooms to historic cabins, including the one of a kind “Buckey O’Neill Cabin.” Bright Angel is a Registered National Historic Landmark. El Tavor Hotel Stay at Bright Angel Lodge & Cabins The Accommodations of the Xanterra Travel Collection | 3 Grand Canyon Railway Hotel Lobby Grand Canyon Railway Hotel We always recommend an entertaining journey aboard our vintage rail cars to get to the heart of the Grand Canyon. But did you know, right next to the train depot and just a block away from downtown Williams, AZ, and historic Route 66, you’ll find the AAA Three-Diamond Grand Canyon Railway Hotel? And the luxury of a bygone era. Turn an ordinary trip into an all-round unforgettable experience. Discover The Grand Canyon Railway Hotel Grand Canyon Railway Hotel The Grand Hotel at the Grand Canyon Rustic. Elegant. And only one mile from the South Rim entrance to the Grand Canyon. With every little luxury, The Grand is the only AAA Three-Diamond hotel near this natural wonder of the world. It looks like a sprawling three-story chalet, but it’s bright and comfortable, with an indoor heated pool, hot tub, and at the Canyon Star Steakhouse and Saloon, specialty hand-cut steaks and 24 draft beers from around the world. Visit The Grand Hotel The Grand Hotel, Guestroom Suite The Accommodations of the Xanterra Travel Collection | 4 Yellowstone National Park Lodges Deep canyons, misty waterfalls, steamy geysers. Vast valleys of a dazzling diversity of wildlife. With nearly 3,500 square miles to cover, exploring Yellowstone National Park is full of unforgettable experiences. And with more than its share of great lodges, there’s more to Yellowstone than meets its wild eye. Discover or rediscover the magic of the world’s first national park, a truly extraordinary geothermal wonder. Lake Yellowstone Hotel Sit for a while gazing up at the towering lobby and its Old Faithful Inn massive stone fireplace, as millions of others have, before retreating to well-appointed rooms and suites. The most famous structure in Yellowstone—and An architectural gem and cultural icon. possibly in any national park—is the distinctive Old Faithful Inn. With its trademark gabled, shingled roof, Stay At Old Faithful Inn the Inn was built in 1903–1904 with local logs and stone, drawing its inspiration from nature, and is considered the largest log structure in the world. Lake Yellowstone Hotel National Historic Landmark. A crown jewel of National Park Lodges. The Grand Old Lady of the Lake. Built in 1891 and redesigned in 1903 by Robert Reamer, architect of several national park icons, the resort’s Colonial Revival style and towering white colonnades welcome you to a classic yet casual elegance in the middle of a spectacular wilderness. Soak up the ambiance in the sunroom, watch the lake’s changing moods, and enjoy the sounds of the Lake String Quartet. Old Faithful Inn Visit Lake Yellowstone Hotel The Accommodations of the Xanterra Travel Collection | 5 Yellowstone National Park, Grand Prismatic Geyser Old Faithful Snow Lodge & Cabins If you think Yellowstone is only a destination for warmer days, picture this. A snow covered wonderland with frozen waterfalls, snowy woods, and abundant wildlife. Accessible in winter only by oversnow vehicles (snowcoaches or snowmobiles), the Old Faithful Snow Lodge is rustic and warm, isolated and inviting. Enjoy the charm of heavy timber beams, rustic wood furniture, and cozy beds equipped with comfy blankets. Warm up by a bonfire outdoors or lounge with a hot drink by the fire. Stay in the main lodge or a quaint, cozy cabin, with the famed Old Faithful geyser a short walk away. Old Faithful Snow Lodge Discover Old Faithful Snow Lodge & Cabins More Places To Stay In Yellowstone To awaken your Old West spirit, stay at the rustic Roosevelt Lodge & Cabins, built in 1920 near a campsite once used by President Theodore Roosevelt, or go where your itinerary takes you—to any number of other hotels, lodges, cabins, and campgrounds inside the park. With nine lodging facilities offering over 2,000 rooms, accommodations in Yellowstone National Park are as varied as they are plentiful, in any season. Explore Yellowstone National Park Lodges Roosevelt Lodge The Accommodations of the Xanterra Travel Collection | 6 Glacier National Park Lodges Seemingly endless acres of rugged and breathtaking landscapes. A tribute to wild natural places. Glacier National Park was established in 1910 as part of the Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park, a symbol of shared stewardship and the deep-rooted relationship between Canada and the U.S. The landscape and wildlife may be the star attractions here, but the historic lodges are just as important to the rich heritage of Glacier National Park. Top: Cedar Creek Lodge Bottom: Lake McDonald Lodge Many Glacier Hotel This historic hotel is also the largest in the park, Cedar Creek Lodge the “Switzerland of North America.′′ Perched on the Located just outside the park, Cedar Creek Lodge shores of Swiftcurrent Lake in a majestic valley, this is inspired by the people, culture, and landscapes magnificent swiss chalet style hotel was built in of Montana. A traditional mountain retreat in grand 1914–15. If the setting surrounding the hotel is surroundings, with modern style, sweeping mountain awe-inspiring , the inside is nothing short of spectacular. views, and upscale rooms and suites. Enjoy fly fishing With its magnificent towering lobby, cathedral height on Whitefish Lake, backcountry adventures in Glacier National Park, or stay at the lodge to enjoy the indoor pool and hot tub. Visit Cedar Creek Lodge Lake McDonald Lodge Another Swiss architecture-style gem with a stunning, multi-story lobby, Lake McDonald Lodge sits on a picturesque location on the eastern shore of beautiful Many Glacier Hotel, View of Lake from Deck Lake McDonald. Built in 1913, this historic lodge has 82 rustic, yet comfortable guest rooms split between the ceiling in the dining room (complete with dramatic three-story main lodge, a row of cabins, Snyder Hall, and trusses, enormous fireplace, and panoramic vistas), and the exquisite Cobb House. A National Historic Landmark the hotel’s signature double-helix staircase, it’s easy to and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, see why it’s listed as a National Historic Landmark.