Meadow Lake Resort & Condos

Lakeside luxury with golf, spa, and pools. Glacier views, premium price.

Resort · outside the park boundary Year-round

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Why stay here

Not a bargain stay, but a legit resort experience.

The west side, on your own schedule

22 min to the West Glacier entrance by car. No vehicle reservation is needed anywhere in Glacier in 2026; leave early and the road is yours.

Who it fits

Families, couples, golfers, and groups seeking a resort experience near Glacier National Park.

Your morning from here

Coffee is available in-room; it's a short drive to decent coffee in Columbia Falls. 23.9 miles to the park entrance, about 25-30 minutes by car. Leave early (6:30–7:00 AM) to beat crowds and start the day with full park access.

Book if

You want a full resort experience with golf, spa, pools, and kid programs; families and groups.

Skip if

You need pet-friendly lodging or complete quiet.

Check rates and dates Honest take from the listing record · distances computed from map coordinates.

Getting into the park from this bed

22 min to the West Glacier entrance. Plan the day from that.

Measured from the property's coordinates, not guessed. Drive times use park-road speeds; add time in July and August.

Logan Pass shuttle

By car to the stop

23 mindrive to Apgar Visitor Center or Lake McDonald Lodge

Park at the boarding lot and ride up on the $1 ticketed shuttle, July 1 – Sept 7. Tickets on Recreation.gov, 60-day window at 8 am MDT.
Worth it for a real Logan Pass hike: the 3-hour parking limit at the pass does not apply to shuttle riders.

NPS shuttle page · verified 2026-09-08

Driving in

Every day

22 minto the West Glacier entrance · 16.4 mi

No vehicle reservation is needed anywhere in Glacier in 2026. You still need an entrance pass.
Going-to-the-Sun Road: about 2 hours end to end; Logan Pass parking is limited to 3 hours through Sept 7. Arrive before 9:30 for a real shot at a space.
No fuel on Going-to-the-Sun Road. Fill up before the gate.

NPS · verified 2026-09-10 · what the road is doing today →

The other valleys

By car

1 h 9 minto the Many Glacier entrance · 52.1 mi

Many Glacier: Grinnell, Swiftcurrent and the boat-assisted hikes. The lot fills early in July and August.
Two Medicine: 1 h 9 min (51.4 mi). Quieter, and the better second east-side day.
Apgar and the west side: 23 min (17.3 mi).

Distances computed from OSM coordinates · park-road drive speeds

Rooms and what to expect

What the record can vouch for

Room stylesStudio · Deluxe Studio · Standard Studio · 1 Bedroom Apartment · 1 Bedroom Condo · 2 Bedroom Apartment · 2 Bedroom Condo · 2 Bedroom Townhouse · Classic Condo · Deluxe Condo · Penthouse · King Room · Double Room

BedsKing bed · Sofa sleeper

On siteMeadow Lake Bar & Grille serves American cuisine; Open daily 4 PM–10 PM; Seasonal patio dining.

PropertyHeated indoor pool · Seasonal outdoor pool · Hot tub · Meadow Lake Bar & Grille (on-site restaurant) · Bar · Fitness center · Spa · Free WiFi · Laundry facilities on-site

In the roomFree WiFi · Cable TV · Coffee maker · Microwave · Refrigerator · AC/heat

Wi-Fi and cellFree WiFi throughout; cell service status unknown.

ParkingComplimentary on-site parking is available in surface lots adjacent to the resort. The Meadow Lake Golf Course sits next door, about 0.1 miles away, offering easy access for golfers.

PetsPets are not allowed.

Ask for a back-building room or one with a golf course or mountain view to mitigate potential noise.

Season and booking

Year-round

SeasonYear-round

PeakJuly and August fill first around Glacier. Book when your dates are firm; June and September give easier rooms and the same location.

Jul 1 – Sep 7Shuttle season. For a Logan Pass hike, book the shuttle the day the 60-day window opens for your date.

Check rates and dates Book direct on their site ↗Details checked September 9, 2026

Questions people ask

Short answers

Is Meadow Lake Resort & Condos pet-friendly?

Pets are not allowed.

What is the cancellation policy for condominiums?

For condominiums, a full refund of the deposit if canceled outside of 30 days of arrival. The deposit is non-refundable if canceled within 30 days, and the full stay is non-refundable if canceled within 14 days of arrival.

Is there a resort fee?

A resort fee of $15 per day applies.

Is there a resort fee?

A resort fee of $15 per day applies.

Are there on-site laundry facilities?

Yes, laundry facilities are available on-site.

Compare stays nearby

If this one is full, or too much

Meadow Lake Golf Course

0.1 mi · Golf, spa, Glacier gateway. $89–$466 per night.

Cedar Creek Lodge and Conference Center

2 mi · Modern Columbia Falls hotel with included breakfast and indoor pool, about 18 miles from the West Entrance.

Glacier Inn Motel

2.5 mi · Budget motel near Glacier NP. Free WiFi, comfy beds, free parking.

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