The finest hotel in Virginia City was Winn’s International Hotel. On Union and C Street.
The hotel had restaurants, bars, lounges, barbershops, messenger service, and the concierges could arrange for anything at any time.
The International was across the street from Piper’s Opera House.
Site of International Hotels
Three International Hotels stood on this lot:
The first hotel, a 14 room wood structure, was built in 1860 and dismantled in 1863.
The second, a 100 room, 4 story brick building, was destroyed by the “Great Fire” of October 1875.
The third International opened its doors March, 1877, with 160 rooms on 6 floors, complete with hot/cold running water, steam heat, gas lighting, and the first hydraulic elevator in Nevada. Local notables and visiting dignitaries utilized the grand restaurant/bar facilities.
Location. 39° 18.651′ N, 119° 38.972′ W. At the intersection of South C Street (Nevada Route 341) and Union Street, on the right when traveling south on South C Street.