Great Northern Hotel

Hotel in Mercer with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub | Mini-refrigerator

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

Bar
Breakfast included
24/7 front desk
Housekeeping
Air conditioning

Explore the area

5070 N Highway 51, Mercer, WI, 54547

Place, Grand Portage Lake
‪10 min walk‬
Place, Plunkett Lake
Place, Lake of the Falls
‪14 min drive‬
Airport, Ironwood, MI (IWD-Gogebic County)
‪50 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Good

400 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

Very good

400 sq ft
Lake view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub

Wonderful

400 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

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

Very good

400 sq ft
Lake view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Mercer

Great Northern Hotel is a short stroll from Grand Portage Lake and Mercer Depot Museum. This 80-room hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast and conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

Grand Portage Lake - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
Carow Park - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
Lake of the Falls - 14 min drive - 7.9 miles
Turtle Flambeau Flowage - 21 min drive - 10.6 miles
Nokomis Lake - 31 min drive - 13.7 miles

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
‪Liberty Way Tap House - ‬2 min drive
‪Beaver Lodge - ‬8 min drive
‪The Pines - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Great Northern Hotel

Hotel in Mercer with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

Guests staying at Great Northern Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, an arcade/game room, and a vending machine. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests. This smoke-free hotel also has an ATM.

TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and ceiling fans are also standard.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Similar properties

Pet friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi
Restaurant

$164 nightly

Oct 26 - Oct 27

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

Free self parking on site
Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 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

Smoking not allowed

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

This property welcomes pets for USD 15 per pet, per night
2 total pets
Pets may not be left unsupervised
Certain rooms only
Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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

Check-in: 3 PM
Check-out: 11 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

There are no elevators.
No cribs or infant beds are available.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to Great Northern Hotel?

This hotel is located in Mercer, a short 9-minute walk from Grand Portage Lake and also 14 minutes on foot from Mercer Depot Museum. You'll also find Plunkett Lake and Carow Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Great Northern Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and free RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does Great Northern Hotel include a casino?

No, Great Northern Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Great Northern Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Great Northern Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include lake views.

Does Great Northern Hotel have a hot tub?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel feature private spa tubs.

Does Great Northern Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Great Northern Hotel serves free continental breakfast at Wolfs Den Bar and Grill each morning.

Does Great Northern Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Great Northern Hotel for a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Great Northern Hotel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Great Northern Hotel?

The closest major airport to Great Northern Hotel is Ironwood, MI (IWD-Gogebic County), which is about 25.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Great Northern Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Great Northern Hotel.

Great Northern Hotel Reviews

7.8

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Aug 10, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Traveled with group, Traveled with pets

Jul 22, 2025

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

Ricky

Jul 22, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ron

Traveled with partner

Jul 20, 2025

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

The hotel is older but nice. The pillows were uncomfortable. One tissue in the tissue box. The personal were friendly and welcoming. The atmosphere was really nice. The attached bar/restaurant was very nice with good food.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kim

Traveled with group

Jul 14, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Jim

Traveled with family

Jul 13, 2025

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

Not clean, very dated,

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

gayle

Jul 12, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael, Oshkosh

Jul 12, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Jul 8, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Nice view of the lake. Didn’t like having to drag the luggage up the stairs to the second floor because there is no elevator.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Traveled with partner

Jul 7, 2025

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

4/10 Poor

Lynn

Traveled with family and small children

Jul 7, 2025

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

The property is outdated, carpet very dirty , beds are not firm.

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Justin

Traveled with family

Jul 7, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities

Great Northern was in the ideal location for our vacation stay, and has enjoyed a reputation as a good place to stay that's not too terribly expensive. It was the first and really only place we considered, given these qualities. Upon arriving we discovered that the facility is a little careworn in spots, with a window screen in our room that wasn't attached properly, some painting needed inside and out, and another guest who reported finding what they thought was dried dog vomit on the carpet (and didn't want that to be blamed on their dog). There weren't many outlets in our room (compared to the number of devices we and the kids needed to charge), the mattresses were overly firm and showing their age, and having only a hot tub and no pool or readily visible access to the lake in back was a bit of a letdown. All that being said, it was a nice home for a few days. We barely heard anyone in neighboring rooms, nor even the bar/restaurant downstairs and down the hall from our room. Parking was quick and easy, the bedding was clean, and the shower water warmed up instantly. Although we didn't need them, there were other amenities that cater to motorsports enthusiasts and pet lovers alike.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo

Traveled with family

Jul 5, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very nice!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler

Jul 1, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Melody

Business traveler, Traveled with family

Jun 28, 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Jun 23, 2025

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

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets

Jun 22, 2025

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