Switchback Suites
Eight remodeled suites with kitchens and laundry in downtown Kalispell, about 33 miles from Glacier's West Entrance.
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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…
The west side, on your own schedule
43 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
Couples and small families who want a kitchen and laundry in a walkable downtown while day-tripping to Glacier.
Your morning from here
Make coffee in your unit's kitchen or walk to a downtown bakery. Plan on about 33 miles via US 2 east to the West Entrance, roughly 45 minutes to an hour in summer traffic. Leaving by 6:30 am puts you at the entrance ahead of the morning rush.
you want a kitchen, laundry and a walkable downtown as your Glacier base.
you need to be minutes from the park entrance or want full hotel services.
Getting into the park from this bed
43 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- 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- 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- Many Glacier: Grinnell, Swiftcurrent and the boat-assisted hikes. The lot fills early in July and August.
- Two Medicine: 1 h 23 min (62.3 mi). Quieter, and the better second east-side day.
- Apgar and the west side: 45 min (33.5 mi).
Distances computed from OSM coordinates · park-road drive speeds
Rooms and what to expect
What the record can vouch for
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…
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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