Best Western Helena/Capitol Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel in Helena with a casino and a restaurant

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Lobby
Family Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Exterior
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Family Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1714 11th Ave, Helena, MT, 59601
  • Place, Montana Historical Society Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Montana State Capitol
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Cathedral of St. Helena
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Helena, MT (HLN-Helena Regional)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 253 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Annex Building

  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 276 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Annex Building

  • 239 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 460 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 208 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Walk-in Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 253 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Larger Room)

  • 480 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Helena

Best Western Helena/Capitol Hotel is a short stroll from Montana Historical Society Museum and Montana State Capitol. This 106-room hotel has conveniences like a restaurant, a casino, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Montana Historical Society Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Montana State Capitol - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cathedral of St. Helena - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Carroll College - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Great Northern Carousel - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Helena, MT (HLN-Helena Regional) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lewis & Clark Brewery & Tap Room - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Rise And Shine Cafe - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Best Western Helena/Capitol Hotel

Hotel in Helena with a casino and a restaurant
Guests of Best Western Helena/Capitol Hotel enjoy features like a casino, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a computer station, and free newspapers.
43-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and designer toiletries. Coffee makers, free newspapers, and free local calls are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free uncovered extended parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 30 for adults and USD 10 to 30 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Family Roots

Things to do

  • Casino
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • In a state park
  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 8 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (37 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (40 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1988
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Renovated entire property - August 2024
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25.00 per pet, per day
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 30 for adults, and USD 10 to 30 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Jorgenson's Helena
Jorgenson's Inn
Jorgenson's Inn Helena
Jorgenson`s Hotel Helena
Jorgenson`s Inn And Suites
Jorgensons Hotel Helena
Jorgenson's Inn Suites
Ramada by Wyndham Helena
Helena Capitol Hotel Helena
Best Western Helena/Capitol Hotel Hotel
Best Western Helena/Capitol Hotel Helena
Best Western Helena/Capitol Hotel Hotel Helena

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near Best Western Helena/Capitol Hotel?

Guests enjoy the hotel's location in Helena based on their ratings, and it's a short 11-minute walk from Montana State Capitol and also 11 minutes on foot from Montana Historical Society Museum. You'll also find Cathedral of St. Helena and Helena Civic Center within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Helena/Capitol Hotel?

As of Feb 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Helena/Capitol Hotel on Feb 4, 2026 start from $104.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at Best Western Helena/Capitol Hotel?

Yes, self parking and long-term parking are offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does Best Western Helena/Capitol Hotel include a casino at the property?

Yes, Best Western Helena/Capitol Hotel has a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Best Western Helena/Capitol Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Best Western Helena/Capitol Hotel good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a bar, a restaurant, and a casino.

Are there hot tubs at Best Western Helena/Capitol Hotel?

No, but this hotel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does Best Western Helena/Capitol Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Best Western Helena/Capitol Hotel serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Family Roots.

Does Best Western Helena/Capitol Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Best Western Helena/Capitol Hotel for a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per day.

Are there connecting rooms at Best Western Helena/Capitol Hotel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Best Western Helena/Capitol Hotel?

The closest major airport to Best Western Helena/Capitol Hotel is Helena, MT (HLN-Helena Regional), which is 3.4 mi away (6 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Best Western Helena/Capitol Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Best Western Helena/Capitol Hotel.

Does Best Western Helena/Capitol Hotel offer wedding services?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Best Western Helena/Capitol Hotel.

Best Western Helena/Capitol Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 476 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 276 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 65 out of 1002 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Traveled with partner
No gluten free options
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

slater

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is a nice place, in a good location. Clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

slater

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall the hotel was in good shape. Clean and tidy. Quiet stay, good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhe, Burien

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was one of the best motel breakfasts I have ever had, with real eggs, bacon, sausage one morning, and French toast, bacon, and hash browns the next.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xiaochen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff during check in and check out. Room was very clean. Would recommend this hotel and will definitely stay there again if out travels take us back to the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. The staff was courteous. The breakfast was not serviced early enough for us to use that option.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicolette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room. Convenient location off I15. Comfortable beds. Great customer service. No restaurant on site but a bar with no food. Breakfast was good. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carlos

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean rooms, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriele

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was a nice property, nice rooms, excellent staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan, Bozeman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff. Clean in rooms and surroundings. Would stay here again. Water pressure sucked but that's no big deal to me.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property in the heart of Helena. Clean, comfortable beds, great staff and service.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Front desk staff was very helpful...made sure that I did not have to change rooms when I added another night stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly Staff, access to local gym
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beds were good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
For the price this was a great hotel to stay at. Awesome made to order breakfast. Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Georgianna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel room clean, front desk very hospitable and helpful, room was clean, and beds comfortable Coffee maker only made like two tablespoons in my cup. Toilet low to floor. Breakfast was great and we loved our lady server. Overall it was a good experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location; reasonably priced for the area. Breakfast was funky, in an adjoining restaurant that looks like it’s on the way out. It carries the Best Western logo, but a strange setup.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025