f you're looking for a truly unique and peaceful hot springs experience, Maple Grove Hot Springs is…read moresomething special. We visited expecting a simple soak, but it turned into one of the most relaxing and memorable stops on our trip. The setting alone is incredible--nestled along the Bear River with canyon views that make you feel completely removed from everything. The mineral pools are natural and range in temperature, so you can move around and find your perfect spot. The water is rich in minerals and feels amazing, especially after a long day of exploring. What really stood out was how intentional the whole experience is. They limit the number of guests and require reservations, so it never feels crowded or chaotic--just calm, quiet, and honestly kind of magical. We also loved that you can turn it into more than just a quick visit. Between the camping, yurts, and cabins, it's easy to stay overnight and fully unplug in nature. Overall, Maple Grove feels like a hidden wellness retreat rather than just a hot spring. If you're looking to relax, recharge, and soak in some of Idaho's best scenery, this place absolutely delivers. Check out our video on our socials @reessroots

Had a fantastic afternoon! Friendly staff, clean facilities, and beautiful scenery! Highly…read morerecommend anyone in the area to make the trip!

Our extended family has stayed at Papa Bear Lodge 7 times in the last 15 years. The last time was…read moreseveral weeks ago in July 2021, and sadly we were really disappointed by the lack of upkeep this time. The previous owner was wonderful, but the property was purchased by a management company and they didn't seem to care about issues that we had--maybe because our reservation was made before their purchase? When we arrived several toilets and sinks were clogged, one ceiling fan upstairs didn't work, and there were bat droppings all over the porch and the outdoor furniture. The sprinklers in the playground lawn were left on for several hours each morning so that area was always a mud pit, and a broken log porch swing was just left on the lawn. A company representative seemed sympathetic on phone calls (the 1st and 2nd nights of our stay), but the only thing that was ever addressed was when a plumber came (on the 3rd evening during dinner) and fixed some of the plumbing problems, then never came back to finish. We swept up the bat droppings ourselves and disinfected the chairs. The rep never checked back to see if any problems were resolved. After we sent an email we were told that the company will be renovating the property, so maybe then they will take better care of it, but I'm afraid the personal touch is gone.

From the owner: Our cabins are ideal for family reunions, vacations, group events, corporate retreats, off-site…read moreplanning sessions, and winter trips including snowmobiling or skiing, We can handle groups from 8 - 78 people. Excellent location -- it's a five-minute walk to Bear Lake or downtown. Most of our vacation rental cabins in Garden City (Bear Lake) Utah are available year round. We also offering catering services for our guests.

Please ignore the earlier, less positive reviews. Those were written a long time ago and the park…read morehas changed quite a bit. We just finished a four-day family reunion where we rented the entire facility (now there is only one lodge--the lodge with the pool has different owners now and we didn't miss it.) The set up is fantastic so that families naturally and easily gather around the tether ball and volleyball courts. There is a large, well-maintained grassy yard in the middle of the RV and tent areas. The lodge has an excellent, large assembly room for gatherings. We used it almost every night. There is a well-stocked kitchen that we all shared. Denise (the owner and manager) couldn't have been more helpful and accommodating to our large group. When cousins kept adding at the last minute, she let us get creative with sleeping arrangements. There is a large loft that the younger cousins used every night. They loved sleeping in a big group. Denise helped us with all the logistics of floating down the Bear River. It was one of the many highlights of a great reunion. She is kind and attentive to her guests. We are all agreed that this is one of the absolute best places for families to gather without going broke.

first and foremost half of the land that was formerly apart of this campground which includes a…read morepool and creek is now private property. aside from the decent camping sites, the staff was kind enough to place us near a trashy storage space as well as a porta potty. 10/10 never coming back. don't recommend

The place is gorgeous. The house was built in 1872 and was remodeled but still holds its authentic…read morefeel and looks. The place was immaculate. We booked a room upstairs and downstairs and both were incredibly comfortable. I'm really picky about mattresses and a horrible clean freak and everything passed the test. The host and hostess served an amazing breakfast. We had bacon, eggs, ham, croissants, pancakes, coffee, and OJ. The kids and I devoured pretty much everything. The grounds are peaceful and quiet and the snow was so beautiful. I highly recommend booking your stay here. It's worth every penny.

Wow pretty much sums up our stay at The Valley House inn!!!!!…read more My wife and I were on a 3 week motorcycle trip through the Pacific Northwest. We left Teton Village to Huntsville a day earlier than expected but we did not realize that until we arrived at The Valley Inn. Rachel the owner/host greeted us at the door and was surprised to see us a day early. My wife and I were surprised as well. Rachel took charge and accommodated us. Rachel was extremely attentive to our needs and showed us around the place and some of its history. The Valley Inn is a beautiful historical house that has been well maintained. Both inside and out of the house was beautiful. Although the online photos of the place are amazing they just don't give it enough credit. There are laundry facilities on site that cane in handy for us since we were traveling by motorcycle. There is a kitchen, dining room and living room that we had access to as well as the beautiful front, side and backyard. Don't forget to check out the garden and mural. We stayed in the Log Haven room. My wife and I loved the logs room. This room has an incredible bathtub with jets. It's like a little jacuzzi. You can imagine after riding all day how inviting this was. It was very relaxing. The room had all the amenities. My wife is very particular about places and she loved the room and house and Rachel. Our first full day Rachel invited my wife and I to go on a boat trip with her friends. Rachel made the most tasty egg sandwiches. You will have to ask her for the recipe. We met up with her friends and they were great people. We had an outstanding day on the Pine View Reservoir which is a 5 minute walk from The Valley House Inn. The breakfast is a lot of good tasty food. Eggs and potatoes with some vegetables mixed in from the garden. Nice thick bacon slices with sausage. Then she tops it off with awesome waffles with a sprinkle of powder sugar. I love to eat and I eat a lot but even this was a big meal for me. The Log Haven Room has a small dining room that overlooks the from of the house a relaxing view of the neighborhood and nature. My wife and I jumped on bicycles that Rachel provided us and rode around the small town. We stopped to look at some horses in neighbors yards, mailed some postcards off at the Post Office, checked out the American Legion then rode to Pineview Reservoir when we relaxed on a bench. I can't say enough nice things about Rachel and friendly staff at The Valley Inn. Rachel knows and understands her clients needs and really takes charge. With that said my wife and I got to help her in the kitchen. Rachel did not ask but was awesome enough to allow us to help out. I actually picked this place to surprise my wife and I definitely scored some major points. All in all I would say that this was the best experience and most beautiful and relaxing place on our 3 week 4000 miles motorcycle ride through 6 states. You have got to experience this place either if your traveling through, a retreat from a fast paced environment or want to spend time with a significant other. This is definitely a place you should check out. Well worth time and you will not be disappointed. P.S I will be posting more photos when I get more.

Very quaint and cute place to rent for a weekend trip to Lava Hot Springs. There's 4 bedrooms with…read moretwo bathrooms. It comfortably sleeps 16 people, but could use a 3rd bathroom. There's a fireplace in the living room, both couches are pull out beds lots of space throughout the house. It's about 1 mile from town and the hot springs.

Clean. Unique history. Sleep number bed was surprising due to high cost of owners and appreciated…read more The breakfast was very subpar for a place rated as 4 star. It was self-serve with processed foods. Nobody on site. No coffee. Unbelievable.

We have stayed there three times in the past few years. I'll be honest I was a little worried about…read morenot having a hot breakfast but the breakfast that was there had so many choices. We did not walk out hungry. It was comfortable and very clean. The woman who was working was delightful to talk to. We would 100% go back. If you're looking for a little staycation, I highly suggest it.