Just 19 cozy rooms, with a bar/restaurant cantilevered out over the river – maxing the outdoorsy vibe.

Granlibakken is Norwegian for ‘hill sheltered by trees.’ Makes sense cuz there's a whooole lot of 'em. PS: possible bear sightings!

Warm, gooey cinnamon rolls at the complimentary hot breakfast make our morning.

Breakfast is basic, but tasty and free.

Right off I-80, with a freebie airport shuttle to whisk you to/from your terminal stress-free.

Breakfast is basic but tasty and free.

Comfy furnishings in spacious rooms are a welcome break from in-flight conditions.

Choice of firm or soft pillows. Fresh-baked cookies. Kinda hard to believe this was once rugged mining country.

Free shuttle to the airport… or better yet, the nearby casino.