Great Northern Resort

Lodge & cabins. On-site Railway Café in a vintage caboose.

Lodge and Cabins · outside the park boundary Year-round accommodations; rafting is seasonal

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Why stay here

Look, it’s not the Ritz.

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

Families, couples, groups, and outdoor enthusiasts seeking rafting, hiking, fishing

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 sturdy Glacier NP base with a historic chalet vibe and family-friendly cabins.

Skip if

You demand luxury, absolute silence, or non-seasonal dining.

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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 stylesLodge King Room · Lodge King with Bunk Room · Lodge Double Queen Room · West Glacier Cabin · Two Bear Cabin · Wapiti Cabin

BedsKing · King + Bunk · Two Queens

On siteRailway Cafe on-site; American cuisine. Open Memorial Day through Labor Day; breakfast, lunch, dinner; espresso, beer and wine.

PropertyRailway Cafe on-site · Bar/Lounge · On-site restaurant

In the roomFree WiFi · TV in cabins · Coffee maker in some rooms/cabins · Microwave in some rooms/cabins · Refrigerator in some rooms/cabins · AC/Heat

Wi-Fi and cellFree WiFi in lodge and cabins; bandwidth limited; streaming may be unreliable

ParkingFree self-parking.

PetsCabins only; 1 pet per stay; non-refundable fee; cats not allowed; lodge rooms no pets.

Ask for back-building rooms to curb highway noise. If you want a kitchen, pick a cabin—West Glacier, Two Bear, or Wapiti cabins typically include kitchen amenities.

Season and booking

Year-round accommodations; rafting is seasonal

SeasonYear-round accommodations; rafting is seasonal

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?

Some reservations include a Hiker's Snack Bag; Railway Cafe serves breakfast seasonally.

Is WiFi reliable?

Free WiFi is available in lodge and cabins, but bandwidth is limited and streaming may be unreliable.

Are pets allowed?

Yes, cabins only; non-refundable fee per stay; limit of 1 pet; cats not allowed; lodge rooms not pet-friendly.

Is there a shuttle stop at the resort?

No confirmed resort stop; park shuttles operate in Glacier National Park.

What’s the best way to book?

Direct booking at greatnorthernresort.com or via Expedia listing; advance reservations recommended for peak dates.

What is the cancellation policy?

Cancellations made before 3 PM, 45 days before the reservation date, are charged a cancellation fee. Call to confirm.

What rooms have the best views?

Ask for mountain-view rooms in the lodge or cabins with forest surroundings; request back-building rooms to reduce highway noise.

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Glacier Guides Lodge

Breakfast included; two-queen rooms.

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