Grand Union Hotel (5-11-17)

FORT BENTON, MT, 59442 US / MT

Location Description

The Grand Union Hotel is a historic hotel in Fort Benton, Montana. It was built as a luxury hotel prior to the expansion of the railroads to Helena and Great Falls. Construction began in 1881, and it was completed in 1882; the builders included Frank Coombs, W. G. Jones, and others. An inaugural ball was held in 1882, and the hotel celebrated its 125th year in 2007. The building was designed by architect Thomas Tweedy in the Victorian style. It has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since January 2, 1976 It is the oldest operating hotel in Montana, with the restaurant, Union Grill that is farm to table fresh. Enjoy relaxing dining in a historic riverside western atmosphere enhanced by an innovative menu and professional, courteous service. Seasonal menus feature seafood, meat, game, home-made pastas, and vegetarian dishes, all with weekly specials. The Grand Union's Saloon serves a selection of premium brews from many of Montana's finest microbreweries and an excellent wine selection. Dining outdoors is seasonally available within a stone's throw of the river.

Related WebLink(s)

Grand Union Hotel Website
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grand_Union_Hotel_(Fort_Benton,_Montana)
https://www.visitmt.com/listings/general/fine-dining/union-grille-restaurant

Architecture Style

1800s / Civil War
1920s - 1930s
Victorian

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