See all properties
Entire cabin

Smiley Creek Lodge

2.0 star property
Ski haven with snowboarding

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Smiley Creek Lodge

Premier Cabin | Bed sheets
Premier Cabin | Bed sheets
Premier Cabin | Bed sheets
Panoramic Cabin | Bed sheets
Panoramic Cabin | Bed sheets

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

View in a map
16546 Idaho 75, Ketchum, ID, 83340
  • Place, Redfish Lake Visitor Center
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Place, Redfish Outlet Lake
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Place, Sun Valley Ski Resort
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Panoramic Cabin

Panoramic Cabin | Bed sheets

Panoramic Cabin

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premier Cabin

Premier Cabin | Bed sheets

Premier Cabin

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Ketchum

Located within a 5-minute walk of Salmon River, Smiley Creek Lodge is within a 15-minute stroll of Sawtooth National Forest. This 11-room cabin property welcomes guests with conveniences like free self parking and laundry facilities.
View more Cabin Rentals in KetchumOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Sawtooth National Forest - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Redfish Lake Visitor Center - 35 min drive - 27.3 miles
  • Redfish Outlet Lake - 36 min drive - 27.3 miles
  • Sun Valley Ski Resort - 53 min drive - 45.1 miles
  • Stanley Lake - 55 min drive - 41.5 miles

Getting around

  • Sun Valley, ID (SUN-Friedman Memorial) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smiley Creek Lodge - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Smiley Creek Lodge

Ski haven with snowboarding
Guests staying at Smiley Creek Lodge enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a garden. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Friendly staff can provide luggage storage, and also offer advice about sightseeing. This ski cabin also has a picnic area.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Similar properties

Deluxe Cabin, River View | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Redwood Cabins
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, 134 reviews
Redwood Cabins

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Location highlights

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Snowboarding
  • Snowmobiling
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 11 units
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
Driving? This property offers free 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, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Smiley Creek Lodge Cabin
Smiley Creek Lodge Ketchum
Smiley Creek Lodge Cabin Ketchum

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Smiley Creek Lodge?

Smiley Creek Lodge offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Smiley Creek Lodge?

As of Dec 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Smiley Creek Lodge on Jan 5, 2026 start from $359.1, 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.

What can I see around Smiley Creek Lodge?

This cabin is located in Ketchum, a short 4-minute walk from Salmon River and also 12 minutes on foot from Sawtooth National Forest.

Is parking available on site at this cabin?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the cabin.

Does Smiley Creek Lodge feature a casino on the premises?

No, Smiley Creek Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Smiley Creek Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cabin.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Smiley Creek Lodge?

Couples staying at this cabin will appreciate amenities like a nature reserve plus some cabins include kitchens and rainfall showerheads.

Does Smiley Creek Lodge have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cabin.

Does Smiley Creek Lodge feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Smiley Creek Lodge doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Smiley Creek Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Smiley Creek Lodge.

Does this cabin have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cabin.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Smiley Creek Lodge?

No, you won't find cabins with balconies at Smiley Creek Lodge.

Smiley Creek Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Flora Ramey, Soda Springs

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The modern cabin was new, clean and decorated tastefully. We are in our 60s and I never saw anything saying the sleeping room was up a set of 8 steep stairs and you cannot stand in the sleeping area so we had to crawl to the stairs and at our age have to get up to use the bathroom several times per night. We hardly slept and then the lodge/store was not open when we left at 7:30 am to buy coffee and food. There was a coffee maker in the room but no coffee. For the price. we paid, in the future we will travel another hour but for younger guests this property would be good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Debra

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The property offers a rustic and visually charming setting, with an emphasis on delivering an upscale experience. While the natural surroundings are undeniably beautiful and the décor is stylish and rustic-chic, the overall accommodations in Unit 2—a two-bedroom tiny home—didn’t quite align with the price point. The unit was listed as suitable for four guests. While cozy, it’s important to note that it does not feature two separate bedrooms. Sleeping arrangements include a loft bed accessed by a ladder and a pull-out couch in the main living area. Positives include plush towels, adequate bedding, a lovely mountain view, and helpful staff. However, a few amenities fell short of expectations. The bathroom was minimally stocked, with just one 0.5 oz tube of bath gel for four people. The kitchen setup was sparse, with limited cookware, empty salt and pepper shakers, no microwave, no teapot or mugs, and an unusual mix of plastic and metal utensils, lacking basic items like standard-sized spoons. The mini fridge is very small—more suited for a hotel room than a family stay—so bringing a cooler is advisable. There was no in-room information about nearby restaurants, activities, or local attractions, which would have been a helpful touch. Outdoors, the area was pleasant in the evenings with a functional fire pit. In summary, the location and aesthetic have great potential, but some details and amenities could be enhanced to deliver the advertised upscale experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan A

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The unit was very comfortable and roomy for three people. There was no coffee pot but we made instant coffee and survived just fine. Check-in was slow so they gave us a free drink. The staff was unbelievably friendly and accommodating. We only ate at the restaurant once but it was fantastic. Local beers on tap were good too.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable. Staff very responsive and kind
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness
The views were amazing. It is a tiny house not a cabin. We are both over 6’ and 65 years old we had to climb stairs to get to the bed the crawl to the mattress on the ground. Our reservation through Expedia didn’t go through to the lodge and we had to wait 3 hours for them to clean the place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Birch

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The staff here are amazing. No strangers here, just friends. I managed to dislocate my shoulder while making a diving catch for a frisbee and the staff took care of me like family. You won’t meet a nicer, hard working group of people anywhere.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is amazing. Minutes from the Dark Sky area. Wish I could post the Milky Way.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

joe

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pritam

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Super clean property. Excellent ambience. The staffs were very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Leslie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved the quiet of the area and uniqueness of the house. Staff was very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claus, Greve

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Flot bolig men aircondition virkede ikke rigtigt. Fint grønt område lige ude foran boligerne
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025