Good Medicine Lodge

Woodsy-chic B&B in Whitefish: 9 rooms, hot tub, free cookies, and ski storage.

B&B · outside the park boundary Operates year-round.

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Why stay here

This is a polished woodsy-chic B&B with nine rooms and a genuine hospitality vibe.

The west side, on your own schedule

29 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 cozy, woodsy-chic B&B near Glacier with cookies, a hot tub, and easy Whitefish access. ❌ SKIP IF: You need a resort vibe with multiple dining options and elevators.

Your morning from here

Hit the in-room coffee or in-house roasted coffee from the start—it's a pleasant perk. You're about 24 minutes from the Glacier West Entrance; plan to leave around 6:45 AM to beat the tour buses. For a smooth morning, enjoy breakfast and head out by 6:50 AM to maximize park time.

Book if

You crave a cozy, intimate B&B with thoughtful touches and year-round Glacier access.

Skip if

You need elevator access or a restaurant-run property.

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

Getting into the park from this bed

29 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

29 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

29 minto the West Glacier entrance · 21.5 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 14 minto the Many Glacier entrance · 55.6 mi

Many Glacier: Grinnell, Swiftcurrent and the boat-assisted hikes. The lot fills early in July and August.
Two Medicine: 1 h 18 min (58.3 mi). Quieter, and the better second east-side day.
Apgar and the west side: 29 min (22 mi).

Distances computed from OSM coordinates · park-road drive speeds

Rooms and what to expect

What the record can vouch for

Room stylesDeluxe King Room · Deluxe Queen Room · King Room with Mountain View · King Room with Roll-In Shower - Disability Access · Junior Suite · Two-Bedroom Suite · "Beargrass" room · "Black Bear" room · "Aspen" room · "Flathead" room · "Huckleberry Suite"

BedsKing bed · Queen bed · Twin beds · Two-bedroom suite with multiple beds

On siteOn-site dining is limited to breakfast and evening hors d'oeuvres; no full-service restaurant on site.

PropertyOutdoor hot tub (typically closed Tuesdays for maintenance) · Outdoor gas fire pit · Garden · Library · Guest computer/printer · Laundry facilities · Shared microwave · Shared refrigerator · Vending machine · Water dispenser · Concierge services · Sun terrace · Outdoor seating area · Ski room with ski and boot dryer · Guest bar · Fireplace in the lobby

In the roomFree WiFi · TV · Coffee maker (in some rooms) · Air conditioning · Private bathrooms · Premium bedding · Pillow menus · Laptop-friendly workspaces · Robes · Hair dryer · Alarm clocks with USB ports · Bedside power outlets · USB ports · White noise machines · In-room jetted tubs (in some rooms) · Gas fireplaces (in some rooms)

Wi-Fi and cellWiFi is free; in-room amenities include modern connectivity options.

ParkingFree on-site self-parking.

PetsPets are not allowed; only service animals are welcome.

Request the Mountain View Wheelchair Accessible Room on the first floor. It has a king bed, accessible shower, and a recycled glass vanity; avoid upper floors if you want quiet.

Season and booking

Operates year-round.

SeasonOperates year-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 there on-site dining beyond breakfast?

Breakfast is served, with evening hors d'oeuvres and beverages, but no full-service restaurant on site.

What are check-in times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

Is parking on-site free?

Yes, free on-site self-parking.

Is the lodge accessible for guests with mobility needs?

There is limited handicap accessibility; one wheelchair-accessible room with a tiled curbless shower, two accessible parking spaces, and a stair-free path to the entrance.

How far is Good Medicine Lodge from Glacier's West Entrance?

About a 24-minute drive, roughly 25 miles from the park entrance.

What notables should I request when booking?

Ask for a garden-view or mountain-view room; some rooms offer Jetted tubs or gas fireplaces, and a Two-Bedroom Suite if traveling with family.

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Good Medicine Lodge21.5 mi to the West Glacier entrance

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