Switchback Suites

Eight remodeled suites with kitchens and laundry in downtown Kalispell, about 33 miles from Glacier's West Entrance.

Boutique hotel / suites · outside the park boundary Summer for Going-to-the-Sun Road access from the West Entra…

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Why stay here

This is a small, owner-run property, so the trade is fewer hotel services for a full kitchen, laundry and a w…

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

Couples and small families who want a kitchen and laundry in a walkable downtown while day-tripping to Glacier.

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 kitchen, laundry and a walkable downtown as your Glacier base.

Skip if

you need to be minutes from the park entrance or want full hotel services.

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Getting into the park from this bed

Choose the valley, then check the road route.

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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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Rooms and what to expect

What the record can vouch for

Room stylesGround-level studios (sleeps 2 or 4) · Second-floor suites (sleeps 4) · ADA accessible studio (Mount Siyeh)

BedsKing bed plus queen fold-out couch (sleeps 4) · Queen bed (sleeps 2) · King bed (sleeps 2, ADA studio)

PropertyGames and books available · High chairs and pack 'n plays on request · Downtown location within walking distance of shopping, breweries and bakeries

In the roomFully equipped kitchen · In-unit washer and dryer · Electric standing desk · Large smart TV · Wifi · Kid-friendly plates, bowls, cups and flatware

Wi-Fi and cellThe property advertises speedy wifi in every unit.

PetsSix of the eight units are pet friendly, with one dog up to 50 pounds allowed per room; dogs must be trained and supervised, and a per-stay pet fee applies.

Ground-level studios (Mount Jackson, Big Mountain, Mount Siyeh, Blacktail Mountain) avoid stairs; second-floor suites (Mount Stimson, Kintla Ridge, Mount Cleveland, Mount Merritt) all sleep four with a king bed and queen fold-out couch.

Parking, cancellation terms are not published in the sources we checked. Confirm at booking rather than assume.

Season and booking

Summer for Going-to-the-Sun Road access from the West Entrance; the downtown location als…

SeasonSummer for Going-to-the-Sun Road access from the West Entrance; the downtown location also works as a shoulder-season base when park lodging is closed.

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

How far is Switchback Suites from Glacier National Park?

The West Entrance at West Glacier is about 33 miles east of Kalispell via US 2. Plan on a longer drive in peak summer traffic.

Are pets allowed?

Six of the eight units accept one dog up to 50 pounds; dogs must be trained and supervised, and a per-stay pet fee applies.

Do the units have kitchens?

Yes, every unit has a fully equipped kitchen plus an in-unit washer and dryer.

Is it suitable for kids?

High chairs and pack 'n plays are available on request, and each room includes kid-friendly plates, bowls, cups and flatware.

What are check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is 4:00 pm and check-out is 10:00 am. Early check-in can be requested but is not guaranteed.

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