Hotel 1883

Medora’s newest lodging experience is officially open and ready for reservations. Nestled along the west bank of the Little Missouri River, Hotel 1883 perfectly blends modern luxury with classic Wild West Badlands charm. Steps away from the Medora Musical, Theodore Roosevelt National Park, and the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library, Hotel 1883 places you in the heart of the North Dakota Badlands with stunning views and room to slow down and settle in.

Where History Meets the Spirit of the West. Our name pays homage to the year 1883—a monumental time when the city of Medora was founded by the Marquis de Mores. It was a historic year of convergence: in September 1883, within a span of just a few days, three U.S. Presidents passed through or visited this newly founded frontier town in the Dakota Territory. Sitting President Chester A. Arthur, former President Ulysses S. Grant, and a young future President Theodore Roosevelt all stepped foot in Medora. Drawn in by the untamed spirit of the West, it was an experience that would ultimately shape Roosevelt's lifelong conservation ethic.

Today, Hotel 1883 invites families and travelers to do the same: to follow in the footsteps of legends, get away, spend time together, and reconnect with nature. Your experience is steeped in this rich history from the moment you arrive. Guests are greeted at check-in by a stunning, multi-colored custom cow hide mural. Throughout the lobby, you can browse thoughtfully curated memorabilia and historically significant artifacts, including an impressive firearm collection on display courtesy of the North Dakota State University Foundation and the Dawson Family.