We were just exploring one day in Grand Lake, and wanted to get dinner. Thought we would give this place a call since they were the only ones listed with dine in seating right now. What a magical surprise! This place is a true gem. The fillet was out of this world, the other dishes were fantastic, but the most praiseworthy was the service. It was so amazing that we wound up booking a room for the night at the same place because we were taken such great care of.

Room was spotless and quite large. Had a wonderful kitchen. Be sure to make dinner reservations at the lodge restaurant. They squeezed us in early for dinner because we didn't make reservations and our dinner was amazing, as was the service. 

This is our third stay. We celebrated our first, third and now twenty-fifth anniversaries here. The floors creak, the bathroom has a claw foot tub and the river roars right outside your window, lulling you to sleep. The owners upgraded us to the largest suite with a king size bed and great views. Our dinner at the restaurant downstairs was first rate and the staff couldn’t be more helpful and friendly. 

The room we rented was beautifully decorated and comfortable. It was so very quiet there. We only heard voices once, at a reasonable hour. Slept with the windows open all night and heard no other sounds. Extremely quiet there, at least in September. The check-in and check-out procedures were smooth and the staff/management are very friendly. Would definitely recommend this place! 

We love this place. It's a fantastic lodge with dog-friendly rooms. 

Whenever the monthly newsletter pops up in my email, I always get a warm fuzzy from the memories we made seven years ago at the Historic Rapids Lodge. Our daughter Annie was born in 2011. It wasn't until August 2012 that my husband and I got any time alone just to be a husband and wife. We were in full new parent mode and very tired from having a new baby in the house. Our friend was very kind to offer to watch our baby, so we randomly picked Grand Lake to get away and landed at The Historic Rapid Lodge. It was such a treat to reconnect in a little mountain town, in a super cute lodge that sits next to a creek and walk hand-in-hand everywhere we wanted to go. I felt like I was living in a dream that weekend. We loved parking the car and not need it until it was time to leave. Now we have two kids and busier than ever. I daydream about going back to the Historic Rapids Lodge and reconnecting again as husband and wife after all these years of parenting. It was so peaceful.

I wish I could give six stars, so I'll write a glowing review and stick with the max 5 Stars. The service was spectacular, as well as the food. We ordered the elk chops and split. We were assessed a $8 split plate fee, but it was well worth it. Our server was attentive and knowledgeable. Great experience, and I plan on going back. We ate outside next to the river. It was so relaxing hearing the cascading falls and seeing them with mountains in the background. We even saw a hawk dive into the river and grab a fish than fly off. I would highly recommend this for the ambiance and the food.

I absolutely love this place. There are no descriptions that do it justice. Rustic but comfortable. Great staff. Amazing backdrop. I almost don't wish to share, because I'm afraid it will be overrun, but everyone should have a chance to stay here. If you are unable to book a stay, at least eat at the restaurant. It is casual elegance and was entirely unexpected. Our server, Christina, was perfection. She was well versed in the menu and wine list and had great attention to detail. I am so glad that we chose this destination. I went in, not knowing quite what to expect, and came away feeling relaxed and overjoyed.

The Rapids Restaurant is one of the most amazing places on earth. If you can reserve a riverside table with Tatyana and Max to oversee your visit, I guarantee this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. One of the most unique places on earth.