Grouse Mountain Lodge

Grouse Mountain Lodge: pricey but polished. Indoor pool, spa, and Glacier vibes—worth the splurge.

Lodge · outside the park boundary Year-round

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Why stay here

Not a boutique marvel, but a solid, well‑maintained lodge with real amenities: indoor pool, spa, and a warm l…

The west side, on your own schedule

31 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

✅ BOOK IF: You want a comfortable, full‑service base near Glacier National Park for a family, couple, or group. ❌ SKIP IF: You chase ultra‑modern design or the absolute cheapest rates.

Your morning from here

In‑room coffee is convenient. About 28 minutes to the West Entrance. Leave early to maximize glacier access and avoid crowds.

Book if

You want a comfortable, full‑service base near Glacier National Park for a family, couple, or group.

Skip if

You chase ultra‑modern design or the absolute cheapest rates.

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

Getting into the park from this bed

31 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

31 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

31 minto the West Glacier entrance · 22.9 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 16 minto the Many Glacier entrance · 57.1 mi

Many Glacier: Grinnell, Swiftcurrent and the boat-assisted hikes. The lot fills early in July and August.
Two Medicine: 1 h 19 min (59.6 mi). Quieter, and the better second east-side day.
Apgar and the west side: 31 min (23.4 mi).

Distances computed from OSM coordinates · park-road drive speeds

Rooms and what to expect

What the record can vouch for

Room stylesStandard King · Standard Two Queens · Deluxe King Room · Deluxe Double Room · Deluxe Family Suite · Deluxe Room · Family Room · Queen Room · King Room · Corner Suite (King or Two Queens) · Loft Suite · Rainshower Loft Unit (1 King & 2 Twins) · Nordic View King · Nordic View Two Queens · ADA Accessible Two Queens · New Event Loft Suite · New Event Suite

BedsKing bed · Two Queen beds · Queen bed · Twin beds · King + 2 Twins (Rainshower Loft Unit)

On siteOn-site Logan's Bar and Grill.

PropertyIndoor pool · Outdoor hot tub · Logan's Bar and Grill · Bar/Lounge · Fitness center (24-hour) · Spa · Sauna · Lobby fireplace · Outdoor firepit and seating area · Gift shop · 24-hour Business Center · Concierge services · Arcade/game room · Complimentary bikes for guest use · Free shuttle to downtown Whitefish · Shuttle to Glacier Park International Airport (FCA) and Whitefish Amtrak Station (requires advance scheduling, fee may apply) · Shuttle to Whitefish Mountain Resort (fee applies)

In the roomWiFi (Complimentary) · TV (Flat-screen with cable channels) · Coffee maker · Refrigerator (Small) · AC/heat · Desk/Work Area · Sitting Area · Bathrobes · Hair dryer · Telephone · Voicemail · Microwave (some rooms) · Irons/ironing boards (available on request)

Wi-Fi and cellComplimentary WiFi is available throughout Grouse Mountain Lodge; cellular signal strength depends on your mobile carrier and your location within the property.

ParkingFree self parking.

PetsDogs allowed in designated rooms with a $50 refundable deposit for up to 2 dogs; Lofts and Corner Suites are not pet‑friendly; Dogs of any size allowed in designated rooms; Pets must be on a leash in common areas and cannot be left unattended in rooms; Not allowed in Lobby, suites, food/beverage areas, fitness center, or pool area; Cats are not permitted.

Ask for a room with Grouse City Park or Lion Mountain views; Nordic View King or Nordic View Two Queens offer scenic outlooks; Corner Suite and Loft options provide extra space if needed.

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 Grouse Mountain Lodge pet-friendly?

Dogs are allowed in designated rooms with a $50 refundable deposit for up to 2 dogs. Lofts and Corner Suites are not pet‑friendly. Dogs of any size may stay in designated rooms; leashed in common areas and not left unattended in rooms. Cats are not permitted.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in from 4:00 PM. Check-out by 11:00 AM.

What fees should I expect besides the room rate?

Amenities Fee is $12/night. Resort Fee is $13.44 per accommodation per night. A Historic Preservation Fee may apply to some historic properties. Taxes apply.

What transportation options are available?

Free shuttle to downtown Whitefish. Shuttle to Glacier Park International Airport (FCA) and Whitefish Amtrak Station requires advance scheduling and may have a fee. Shuttle to Whitefish Mountain Resort carries a fee.

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