featured more amenities than traditional
national park lodges, like Wi-Fi, a flatscreen television and in-room Starbucks
coffee along with a sitting area and balcony
overlooking the lake.
To cap off the evening, Lake Quinault
Lodge lights a fire pit for lakeside s’mores.
Watching my marshmallow toast as the sky
glowed like the campfire’s embers was a
highlight of my stay.
Inn at Furnace Creek in Death Valley
National Park, California
Near the lowest point of North America sits a four-star historic property that
hosts Hollywood stars and Paris socialites.
Nestled in the largest national park in the
lower 48, the Inn at Furnace Creek offers
graciously appointed accommodations that
luxury travelers have come to expect.
Built in 1927 with expansive views
of the Panamint Mountains, the Inn at
Furnace Creek offers a garden oasis in the
desert of Death Valley complete with a
spring-fed pool and poolside bungalows.
For guests needing assistance in decompressing, spa services and massages are
available poolside.
The Inn at Furnace Creek’s Dining
Room offers fine dining along with a
legendary weekend brunch and afternoon
tea. Dining on the veranda allows guest
unparalleled views of the valley and the
mountains above.
My room featured an entryway that
opened to a king room with a sitting area
with a pair of upholstered chairs flanking a
The Dining Room of the Grand Canyon Lodge at the North Rim overlooks the canyon
fireplace. With all the expected amenities
and offers regionally-inspired menus and locally-sourced ingredients.
like a flat-screen television, in-room stereo
and a work desk with a charging station,
my room also featured a large walk-in
spruce trees that surround Lake Quinault
closet.
Lodge, adding charm to this hidden gem, a
The bathroom featured vintage white
couple hours commute from Seattle.
hexagonal tiles, a jetted tub and separate
For rustic luxury in a fairy land of ferns
A gracious lawn slopes towards Lake
shower. The signature toiletries had the
and moss, I found the idyllic Lake Quinault Quinault where Adirondack chairs provide aroma of desert wildflowers.
Lodge in the Olympic National Forest an
the ideal spot to enjoy a book or a glass of
Along with luxurious surroundings,
ideal retreat for travelers needing more
wine. The white gazebo in the corner of the adventure awaits at the front door. Jeep
creature comforts.
lawn provides a fairytale spot for weddings. tours, bike rentals and horseback riding is
Constructed in 1926, Lake Quinault
With several buildings to choose from,
available close by with tennis courts located
Lodge features cedar shakes and original
guests can opt for historic rooms in the
at the hotel. For the golfers, Death Valley
divided light windows. The evergreen
main lodge or larger rooms with fireplachas the world’s lowest golf course, a bucket
shutters match the towering centuries-old
es or balconies. My double-queen room
list course for serious players.
Lake Quinault Lodge in the Olympic
National Forest, Washington
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