"Stony Creek Lodge is a rustic, older national park property, not a resort, and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Check-in at the market counter was quick, and electronic key cards provided access to our room and the exterior entrance. Our clean, tidy room had a queen bed, a twin bed, a large dresser, bedside tables, plenty of lighting, and a ceiling fan. The bathroom was simple, with good water pressure and plenty of hot water. Most rooms are upstairs, so keep that in mind when booking.
The included breakfast was generous: eggs, pancakes, biscuits and gravy, rotating meats and potatoes, plus breads, pastries, cereal, fruit, yogurt, juice, and coffee. We certainly didn’t go hungry! The lounge’s self-serve coffee and tea station was especially welcome before breakfast opened at 8 a.m. The snack bar offered made-to-order pizzas and salads, though hours varied during our stay.
Staff were helpful and welcoming. They gave us advance notice of a two-hour water shutoff for repairs, allowing us to clean up before dinner. The lodge uses generator power, and we were also notified of a brief daytime interruption that didn’t affect our plans.
Come with realistic expectations for a rustic lodge, and you’ll find a comfortable, welcoming base with the terrific convenience of staying inside the national park."
