Best Western Rocky Mountain Lodge

$103-$171, free breakfast, shuttle, pool. Budget-friendly Whitefish base.

Hotel · outside the park boundary Open year-round.

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Why stay here

Look, it's not a luxury resort.

Plan from the actual road route

Compare the entrance and valley you will visit. A nearby point on a map can still require a long drive around the mountains; check the route and current NPS road status before booking.

Who it fits

✅ BOOK IF: Families, couples, solo travelers, groups, outdoor enthusiasts, skiers, hikers. ❌ SKIP IF: You demand luxury or total seclusion.

Plan your departure

Check breakfast hours and prepare what you need the night before. Set your departure from the current road route, your first activity and a buffer for parking, rather than a fixed hotel-to-park estimate.

Book if

You want a practical, budget-conscious base with free breakfast, a shuttle, and nearby Whitefish charm.

Skip if

You chase luxury, absolute quiet, or resort vibes.

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Getting into the park from this bed

Choose the valley, then check the road route.

The route links below open Google Maps from this property's recorded location. They are not live travel-time predictions on this page. Confirm the starting point, seasonal road access and your actual destination; allow separately for parking and stops.

Apgar Visitor Center

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St. Mary Visitor Center

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Many Glacier Hotel

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Two Medicine Lake

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Check current access

A map route does not establish that a seasonal road is open or that a shuttle is operating on your dates.

NPS conditions · NPS shuttle information

Confirm the exact boarding stop and a usable walking route; coordinate proximity alone does not prove walkability.

Rooms and what to expect

What the record can vouch for

Room stylesStandard Room, 1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly) · Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly) · Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds - Mobility Access/Non-Smoking (Not Pet Friendly) · Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Pet Friendly · King Room - Pet Friendly · King Room with Roll-in Shower - Disability Access/Non-Smoking · King Suite with Sofa Bed · King Suite with Balcony · King Suite with Fireplace · King Suite with Roll-In Shower, Fireplace and Balcony - Disability/Non-Smoking · King Suite with Roll-In Shower, Sofa Bed and Fireplace - Disability/Pet Friendly/Non-Smoking · Deluxe King Suite with jetted tub, balcony, wet bar, and sitting area · Executive King Suite with king bed, fireplace, garden tub, wet bar, mini-refrigerator, and microwave, and balcony · Mini-Suite with king bed and sofa sleeper, fireplace, jetted tub, wet bar, mini-fridge, and microwave · Accessible-Suite 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Roll In Shower, Sofabed, Fireplace, Non-Smoking · Suite-1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Sofabed, Fireplace, Jetted Tub, 2 Flat Screen Tvs · Suite-1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Balcony, Fireplace, Wet Bar, Flat Screen Television, Microwave and Refrigerator · Accessible-Suite 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Roll In Shower, Fireplace, Balcony, Non-Smoking

BedsKing bed · Two Queen beds · Sofa bed

On siteBreakfast Room; Boat Club Bar.

PropertyPool (Heated, Outdoor, open year-round) · Hot tub (Outdoor, year-round) · Breakfast Room · Boat Club Bar · Fitness center · Spa (Unknown)

In the roomWiFi (Free in public areas, surcharge in guest rooms) · Flat Screen Television · Coffee maker · Microwave · Refrigerator · Air conditioning

Wi-Fi and cellWiFi free in public areas; surcharge in guest rooms.

ParkingFree, outdoor parking.

PetsTwo pets per room, 80 lbs weight limit. $20 per night. Only Standard Rooms on the ground floor are pet friendly; suites are not pet-friendly. Crated pets may be left unattended.

Pet-friendly pet options are Standard Rooms on the ground floor; request a ground-floor King or Queen if bringing a pet. For quiet, avoid rooms facing the road and aim for upper floors away from main highways.

Season and booking

Open year-round.

SeasonOpen year-round.

PeakCompare availability for your actual dates, including cancellation terms. A quieter park season does not guarantee a cheaper or available room.

Shuttle planningCheck the current NPS schedule, boarding location and ticket requirements for your travel dates before relying on a shuttle.

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Questions people ask

Short answers

Is breakfast included?

Yes, a free breakfast is included.

Is there a shuttle to Glacier National Park?

A complimentary shuttle runs to Glacier Park International Airport, downtown Whitefish, and the Amtrak station; a seasonal shuttle to Whitefish Mountain Resort operates during ski season (6 trips/day).

Is parking free?

Yes, there is free outdoor parking.

Are pets allowed?

Yes, up to two pets per room (80 lbs max); only Standard Rooms on the ground floor are pet-friendly; a $20 nightly fee applies; suites are not pet-friendly; crated pets may be left unattended.

How far is it from Whitefish downtown?

The hotel is within walking distance to downtown Whitefish amenities.

What are the room types?

A wide range from Standard Rooms (King or Two Queen) to multiple suites with fireplaces, balconies, and jetted tubs.

What is the check-in/check-out policy?

Check-in starts at 4:00 PM; check-out is by 11:00 AM.

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