Glacier Guides Lodge

Q: When is the lodge open for the season?

Season runs May 1 through October 15.

Q: Are trail lunches included?

Trail lunches can be arranged for an additional fee with advance notice.

Q: What is the refund policy?

Cancellations more than 14 days prior incur a $25 per room fee; within 14 days, no refund.

Q: Is the lodge family-friendly?

Yes—12 rooms with two queens each make it ideal for families or larger groups.

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Overview

About This Property

Glacier Guides Lodge has 12 rooms with two queens and a full bath, plus a continental breakfast that actually shines. We take those. It sits 0.5 miles from the West Glacier entrance with park shuttle in-season. Prices swing from $199 off-peak to $359 at peak. A family-friendly, eco-base with WiFi and optional trail lunches.

Your Morning Game Plan

Coffee verdict: Montana Coffee Traders shade-grown coffee is a solid starter. Drive time to the gate: 3 minutes. Leave by 7:30 AM to beat the crowds and hit the park early.

Highlights

Book If

✅ BOOK IF: You want active Glacier access, value continental breakfast, and trail lunches included. ❌ SKIP IF: You need heavy in-room amenities, on-site dining, or pet-friendly options.

Notable Views

Forest canyon setting, Quiet, forested surroundings

Awards

Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence from 2011 to present

Family Friendly

Family- and group-friendly, with rooms offering multiple beds and an eco-conscious setup. On-site parking may not be available; plan for off-site options if needed.

Best Time to Visit

July 1 - September 5, 2026

Pro Tips

Book direct at glacierguides.com. For peak July–Sept, book well in advance.
Parking is free; shaded spots available.
Continental breakfast is largely organic and locally sourced; trail lunches are provided.
Check-in: 4:00 PM–8:00 PM; check-out: by 10:00 AM.
Wi-Fi is complimentary but may be spotty; streaming and video calls may be limited.
Service animals welcome; pets not allowed.

Property History

Established: 2010

Recent Updates: LEED-certified status, Certificate of Excellence since 2011

The Honest Truth

Look, it's a solid eco-lodge with a breakfast that actually shines and WiFi you can stream on. Huge value given the location; parking isn't on-site, which can be inconvenient if you're driving. LEED-certified and a short walk to West Glacier make it a strong base for Glacier adventures. If you need on-site parking or pet-friendly options, keep looking.

Who Should Skip This

Not suited for guests who need on-site parking or travelers with pets; service animals only are accommodated.

Booking Insider Tip

Book direct at glacierguides.com; peak season fills fast; request accessible parking if needed

What Guests Say

Eco-friendly lodge near Glacier NP with strong breakfast and WiFi. Great for families and groups; parking off-site.

Details

Rooms

Max Occupancy: 2 guests

Amenities

In-Room Amenities

Free WiFi
TV with DishTV
Coffee maker
Refrigerator
Air conditioning/heating

Property Amenities

Garden
Terrace
LEED-certified eco-lodge
Daily maid service
Free WiFi throughout
Trail lunches available with advance notice

Facilities

Restaurant

On-site restaurant name not provided; a dining room is available; breakfast included; trail lunches can be arranged for an additional fee; Belton Chalet nearby a block away.

Policies & Check-in

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations more than 14 days prior to reservation incur a $25 per room cancellation fee. No refund within 14 days.

Pet Policy

Not allowed. Service animals welcome.

Parking

Free on-site parking is not available. Accessible parking is available.

Accessibility

Accessible Parking

Location

Address & Directions

Address

120 Highline Blvd, West Glacier, MT 59936, USA

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Proximity

To Park Center

0.5 miles (10-minute walk) to the West Glacier entrance

To Nearest Town

West Glacier within a 5-minute walk

Access & Transportation

Shuttle Service

No airport shuttle. Free park shuttle runs along Going-to-the-Sun road from July to early September.

Walkable Amenities

Downtown West Glacier within a 5-minute walk, Glacier National Park access within walking distance, Belton Chalet is one block away

Reviews

★★★★☆

4.8 /5

Based on 108 Google reviews

Based on 108 guest reviews

" Eco-friendly lodge near Glacier NP with strong breakfast and WiFi. Great for families and groups; parking off-site."

Reviews from Google

What a gem! Our room was clean and comfy, the location is perfect for quick entrance to West Glacier NP, and our host, Brian was extremely friendly and helpful. He answered all our recommendations questions and was spot on with information that ensured we had the perfect week in Glacier. We loved our backyard patio, the upstairs game room, and delicious breakfast. Highly recommended this adorable lodge. We can’t wait to come back!

We enjoyed our stay here and would stay again! The breakfast was delicious (seriously who knew breakfast burritos would be the highlight of our trip). Friendly staff and our room was perfect. It's close to the park and their rental equipment. We liked that it was close but not in the heart of the busy parts. Rooms are cozy and private! They have ice machines - perfect to fill up our camelback. They also give you bear spray to borrow. We would stay here again!!

We stayed at Glacier Guides Lodge for one night of a 10-day road trip and it was one of our two favorite accommodations from the trip. The rooms were wonderful, clean and had super-comfortable beds (and I saw deer wandering in the woods outside my window in the morning). Staff members at both check-in and breakfast (which had a nice amount of options) were super-nice and helpful, and the rooms also included information about local resources (restaurants, stores, etc.). The location is also hard to beat if you're visiting Glacier National Park, as it's less than 5 minutes from the west gate.

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FAQs

Is there on-site parking available?

No on-site parking, but accessible parking is available.

When is the lodge open for the season?

Are trail lunches included?

What is the refund policy?

Is the lodge family-friendly?

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