Great Northern Hotel

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

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Outdoor wedding area
Interior
Game room
Sports bar
Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub | Mini-refrigerator

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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5070 N Highway 51, Mercer, WI, 54547
  • Grand Portage Lake
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Plunkett Lake
  • Lake of the Falls
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Ironwood, MI (IWD-Gogebic County)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub

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

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 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
  • ‪Beaver Lodge Resort - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Johnny's Bar & Grill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Liberty Way Tap House - ‬2 min drive

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 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

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.

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

As of Sep 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Northern Hotel on Sep 14, 2025 start from $153.0, 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.

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 amenities will couples enjoy at Great Northern Hotel?

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

Are there hot tubs at Great Northern Hotel?

Yes, this hotel offers private spa tubs in some guestrooms.

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, 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.

Reviews

Great Northern Hotel Reviews

7.8

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 399 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 145 out of 399 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 399 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 399 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 399 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee, Chicago

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

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

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

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kaylee

Very nice place, a little out dated but still great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marty

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Carlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was nice place for a small town
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 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

JEROME

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Paula

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Ok for short stay. There is a lovely Great room but the refrigerator in the corner makes so much noise we retreated back to our room. Needs to be replaced. You would probably safe money 👍.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Doug

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

daniel

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Robin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connor

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Amy

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the snowmobile trail!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ben

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 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

10/10 Excellent

Joe, Joliet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Rhonda

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

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

8/10 Good

Linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was good except we had a room on the second floor and there was no elevator. The stairs were long and kind of scary. The restaurant and bar at the motel were great. Food very good. Breakfast was good at the motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024