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Great Northern Hotel

2.0 star property
Travelers can savor American dishes at Wolfs Den Bar and Grill after enjoying the arcade games, then connect to WiFi and unwind with a game of pool

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The Great Northern Motel boasts a prime location and vibrant atmosphere. Guests enjoy continental breakfast, an arcade/game room, and dining at Wolfs Den Bar and Grill. Free WiFi keeps everyone connected while relaxing at the bar or playing billiards.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is RM631
RM704 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 37 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Jetted bathtub

Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Lake View

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Lake View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 37 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Mercer is home to Great Northern Hotel. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Frog Lake And Pines State Natural Area and Moose Lake State Natural Area, while Mercer Depot Museum and Little Bohemia Lodge are cultural highlights. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including snowshoeing, snow tubing and sledging.
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Map
5070 N Highway 51, Mercer, WI, 54547

What's nearby

  • Grand Portage Lake - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mercer Depot Museum - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Carow Park - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Lake of the Torches Casino - 25 min drive - 33.6 km
  • Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort - 50 min drive - 61.0 km

Getting around

  • Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wolf's Den - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Around The Corner Pub - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Beaver Lodge - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Liberty Way Tap House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Lazy Ace Saloon - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Great Northern Hotel

Property highlights
At Great Northern Hotel, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, an arcade/games room and a bar. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Wolfs Den Bar and Grill, offers lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A vending machine, ATM/banking services and a 24-hour front desk
  • A billiards/pool table and smoke-free property
Room features
All 80 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Wolfs Den Bar and Grill

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Snowmobiling

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Great Northern Motel Mercer
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Frequently asked questions

Is Great Northern Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Great Northern Hotel?

As of 16 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Northern Hotel on 19 Jan 2026 start from RM 630.99, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Great Northern Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Great Northern Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

What time is check-out at Great Northern Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Great Northern Hotel located?

Situated in Mercer, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Grand Portage Lake and Mercer Depot Museum. Carow Park is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) away.

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Reviews

Great Northern Hotel Reviews

7.8

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 418 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 151 out of 418 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 418 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 418 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 418 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Logan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room nice staff!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room had older finishes but clean. Staff was friendly. Bar / food was good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Friendly staff would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberlee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hidden gem, lake view did not disappoint. Great food, fire, and drinks.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We enjoyed our stay, room was spacious and clean. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Christy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great lodge with a lovely view! Checking in was easy and they were very accommodating with our dog. Lots to do in the area and will definitely stay again! Good food and drinks at the attached restaurant and bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The rooms are huge! Convenient restaurant/bar in the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

What a great hotel to stay at has a great on site restaurant.Had a blast staying there will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms r spacious, quiet and clean. Could have better pillows. Staff could be more friendly when we were seen coming or leaving the motel. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location. Nice people. Good food. Quiet.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Anita

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Big room, however, never updated and no USB ports or any modern conveniences. Continental breakfast was typical continental breakfast, but was as expected. Darcy was very loud till closing time. The rooms are like a maze to try to find and get to the lobby or the breakfast area. However, not a lot of other options in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was pleasant and amenities were very good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Robert

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The area around the hotel looked safe. They needed grab bars in showers. The tub was slippery with nothing to hold on to. The room looked clean, but one bed was wet and smelled, and could or would not be used. The bathroom also smelled of urine.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Right on the water great dinning and the food at this property is very good and fair prices
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay

We always have a great stay here. The service is friendly and the bar/restaurant is great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Melody

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its a decent hotel. Quiet, mostly clean. Needed to be cleaned behind the bedside table (popcorn and dirty) bedding is older and threadbare in spots. It was comfortable nonetheless. Convenient having a restaurant too. Food there is good, wait staff are friendly and attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Last minute stay, Expedia listing was accurate and affordable. Hotel is situated on a lovely small lake with beautiful view. Room was spacious and clean. Continental breakfast was perfect for what we needed. Staff was friendly and accommodating. We will definitely stay again during snowmobile season.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay very much. I had a room with a lake view which was beautiful! The staff was very friendly and the room was very comfortable and clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and helpful - room was big and nice - continental breakfast was very good - carpet in room could use a bit of cleaning.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here many times. This time was the first time disappointed in the breakfast. We stayed 4 nights, first morning breakfast was well supplied. But the next day was less and the following day was even less. No eggs, no milk no cottage cheese. Each day was getting slim pickens. (but they did go buy a half gallon of milk) The thing is it was the middle of the week not many people there. So they need to plan much better. Our room was very clean as well as the rest of the hotel. The lady at the desk (Char) was very friendly and helpful. She talked with the customers.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

RICK

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in a suite. Listed a hot tub but it really was a jacuzzi that was in disrepair. The water pump mot was so loud you could not stand to use it No air conditioning in the bedroom just two portable fans. Really, no air in the bedroom. A window air conditioner in the other area. All said it was clean and good maid service. Very old hotel. Very dated. Needs a major face lift. I would not recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, especially loved the outdoor fire pit and surrounding area! Staff was very, friendly and helpful! The only negative was that my friend is disabled, so it would've been better if we had been on the first floor, but not your fault, as when I made the reservation, I n3glected to mention it! Next time! I also apologize for forgetting to leave a tip for the housekeeping staff.😒 All in all, it was a great stay!😊
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was surprisingly nice for the price. Spacious rooms, clean bathrooms, comfy beds. Better than I anticipated.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed in the suite and it was amazing. The bar n grill food was excellent and really affordable. My room was incredible and having the lake with a beach right there. I could have stayed much longer and will absolutely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very well kept clean and nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024