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Great Northern Hotel

2.0 star property
Hotel in Mercer with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Interior
Lake
Outdoor wedding area
Bar (on property)
Aerial view

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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5070 N Highway 51, Mercer, WI, 54547
  • Place, Grand Portage Lake
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Mercer Depot Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Carow Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ironwood, MI (IWD-Gogebic County)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Lake view

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub | Jetted tub

Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Lake view

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
  • Mercer Depot Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Carow Park - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Lake of the Torches Casino - 25 min drive - 20.9 miles
  • Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort - 50 min drive - 37.9 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
  • ‪Beaver Lodge - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Liberty Way Tap House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Lazy Ace Saloon - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Great Northern Hotel

Hotel in Mercer with free breakfast and a restaurant
Guests staying at Great Northern Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, an arcade/game room, and an ATM. 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 a vending machine.
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.

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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

More

  • 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

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

  • 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.

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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.

Will I be able to park 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.

Does Great Northern Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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 at Great Northern Hotel?

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

Great Northern Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 421 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 151 out of 421 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 421 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 421 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 421 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Cassi

Traveled with family
There are limited hotels in the area….
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Buffie

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Shelley

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Solid up north hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Karl

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
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

Kimberly

Traveled with group
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

8/10 Good

Anita

Traveled with family
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

6/10 Okay

Sheryl

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, availability and area made it a great choice!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert

Traveled with family
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

4/10 Poor

RICHARD

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

RICK, Pleasant Prairie

Traveled with family
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

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had everything needed for a great wknd getaway. Caught a few nice fish right on the property! Paddleboat, canoe and peddleboats all available at no change!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, Brookfield

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

tyler

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

We use the facility primarily just to sleep. Had one meal there we riding side-by-sides. Some of the morning Waite staff in the restaurant Saturday morning we’re very crabby but overall experience was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Yvonne, Circle Pines

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property had some serious maintenance issues. Our toilet wouldn't flush and the doorknob had to be replaced and then came off! The restaurant had serious flooding issues when it rained and flooded at least 50 sq. ft. of the restaurant as did other areas of the hotel! The room and bed itself was fine but we paid way more than what we got!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

JEREMY, Wautoma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Little outdated but clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

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

Another great visit

It's always a great place to stay at, we come up every year for a SXS trip. Rooms have always been clean and comfortable. We don't usually have breakfast in the hotel side but walk over to the bar/restaurant attached.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicholas

We stayed here, because everything else in the are was booked. It worked for one night…
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ellen, Green Bay

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice big room. I liked that it had the bar/restaurant attached, but it had such bad air quality that we decided to drink our drinks outside, which was nice, but didn’t eat there because of the air quality. They had bags outside too which was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We stayed on the 2nd floor - next to the laundry room. When the washing machine was being used (by the cleaning people) our room 'shook' like an earthquake! The beds were shaking, the liquids in bottles were shaking, it was loud and annoying. We went to see what was happening and found out the washing machine needs to be replaced! I don't know when that will happen. There is a sign on the machine that says not to use it after 8:00 p.m. or before 10:00 a.m. because it's annoying to guests!! One dryer (I think it was a dryer) had a sign "out of order". The first floor rooms have been renovated but are not much better than the 2nd floor. The room was a nice size but the bathroom (sink was outside the toilet and shower) was musty smelling.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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