Come Friday night, you could grab some friends and hit up your neighborhood's local watering hole. You could also take a drive and hit up a pub that's a little extra special - we have those too! But for a night out that's incredibly unique, there's an underground bar in Ellinwood, Kansas that's one of a kind! The Underground Saloon is a bit of a local secret, available to those with the password and hidden away in Ellinwood, Kansas' underground tunnel system. If you know the password and have some time to spare on a weekend, why not grab a beverage and a bite at this top-secret saloon?
Welcome to the historic Wolf Hotel in Ellinwood, Kansas. It's a beautiful spot for dinner and a room to stay in for the night, but we're here for what's underground.
Ellinwood is known for having underground tunnel systems used up until the 1940s. Many were part of an underground city full of brothels, bars, gambling, an other places of business, both legal and illegal. The tunnels have lasted into present-day, and some of them run under the Wolf Hotel.
The hotel was built in 1894, with underground tunnel rooms included. Those rooms underneath the hotel were many things over the years, including Joe's Snack Counter, a sample room, a library, a gym, and more.
The Wolf Hotel has turned this underground room into a secret saloon, with a password and everything. The password changes nightly or weekly, and it allows you to get into the bar.
There's a ton of history to this prohibition-era bar, and if you're in for some 1920s style fun, here's where you should go.
You can also take tours of the public areas of the tunnels if you're brave enough. They can get a little creepy, though.
During normal operation, the Underground Saloon is open nightly on the weekends. But during the week, you can enjoy the restaurant or bed and breakfast upstairs. It's a real treat!
To get the secret password for The Underground Saloon, give it a follow on Facebook. Otherwise, learn more about the hotel, the restaurant, and the town of Ellinwood on the Wolf Hotel website.
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Next, stick around for awhile in this historic town! You'll also want to explore as many trails in the area as you can. The Quivira National Wildlife Refuge is a great place to start!
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