This was my first time at the Birke and we had a great time. We couldn't have asked for better weather Saturday and the trails were smooth. The spaghetti feed Friday was awesome and the accomodations were very comfortable. I'm writing this only because I used to work in events like this, I.e. working the trails, setting up points, and... More

My family and I have attended the Birkebeiner for the last three years and I have to say, this year was our most enjoyable experience. Compared to the last times we were here, the hotel was almost unrecognizable. As a person that once managed a hotel and restaurant, I can say that there is still a great deal that needs... More

This place built in the 70s has opened and closed and changed ownership many times. It's a unique place in a beautiful location. But it's obvious the current owner doesn't ski nor do any of the employees. We drove up for the weekend and at first were happy. But after a few day stay and very poor service we probably... More

The first time I visited Telemark (the hotel not the condos) was last year as spectator and supporter of my beautiful and talented American Birkebeiner skiing wife. At that time the resort had just reopened after being closed for 7 or so months and you could tell. It was musty, everything was old and outdated, including the bedding. However, the... More

I have been going to Telemark during the opening of deer season for years. Friends have a time share and were forced to an adjacent building when Telemark closed a few years ago. With Telemark re-opening, I am not sure what the condo status is. They appear to be doing a lot a work to the building and grounds. We... More

We stayed there about a month ago and had a great room, nice balcony, awesome dinner (walleye) and very friendly staff. We ended up sitting in the bar with some of them after dinner and everyone was so friendly. We were there for two nights (Sunday & Monday) and the bar/restaurant wasn't open on Monday's so we went to another... More

I Stayed here twice this fall. The first time there were pubic hairs in the shower. The whole place looks like a 60's time warp hotel. The carpets throughout the halls were nasty, dirty and stained. The staff was really helpful and friendly, they were the high point of the stay. More

I stayed here while running the Birkebeiner marathon trail race. The hotel is old and showing its age. But it's clean and comfortable. The best part is its location to the finish line for races on the trail. Rooms are large and have balconies. The bathroom in my room was recently redone and nice, though basic. The rooms are somewhat... More

I just opened a package that came in the mail today and it was my daughter's swimsuit with a note on it that it came from room #214. I looked at the envelope and it said it was from the Telemark lodge, where we stayed a night last week. I had no idea we left it behind! How nice is... More