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Lake McDonald Lodge - Inside the Park

2.0 star property

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2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served
A log cabin with a front porch, a door, and a number '8' on the wall.
Fireplace
Lobby
A traditional wooden building with a balcony, stairs, and hanging flower baskets.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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288 Lake Mcdonald Lodge Loop, West Glacier, MT, 59936
  • Place, Lake McDonald
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Glacier National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

West Glacier

Lake McDonald Lodge - Inside the Park places you within a 5-minute walk of Lake McDonald and Sperry Trailhead. This 82-room lodge welcomes guests with conveniences like 2 restaurants, a bar/lounge, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Lake McDonald - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Glacier National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Sperry Trailhead - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Apgar Visitor Center - 17 min drive - 11.8 miles

Getting around

  • West Glacier Station - 23 min drive
  • Glacier Park Intl. Airport (FCA) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jammer Joe's Pizzeria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Russell’s Fireside - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lucke's Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Edr - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Lake McDonald Lodge - Inside the Park

At Lake McDonald Lodge - Inside the Park, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and a library. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Jammer Joe's Grill
  • Lucke's Lounge
  • Russell's Fireside Dining

Things to do

  • Boat tours
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library
  • Rowing/canoeing

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • On a lake

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Built in 1932
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

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  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 4 PM—-8 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Lake McDonald Lodge West Glacier
Mcdonald West Glacier
Lake McDonald West Glacier
Lake Mcdonald Hotel West Glacier
Lake McDonald Lodge West Glacier, Montana
Lake McDonald Lodge - Inside the Park Lodge
Lake McDonald Lodge - Inside the Park West Glacier
Lake McDonald Lodge - Inside the Park Lodge West Glacier

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near Lake McDonald Lodge - Inside the Park?

This lodge in West Glacier is within a 10-minute walk of Lake McDonald and Sperry Trailhead. You'll also find Johns Lake Trailhead and Mount Brown Lookout within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Lake McDonald Lodge - Inside the Park?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the lodge.

Does Lake McDonald Lodge - Inside the Park feature a casino at the property?

No, Lake McDonald Lodge - Inside the Park doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Lake McDonald Lodge - Inside the Park?

No, there is no indoor pool at this lodge.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Lake McDonald Lodge - Inside the Park?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this lakeside lodge, including 2 restaurants, a bar/lounge, and a 24-hour front desk.

Does Lake McDonald Lodge - Inside the Park have a hot tub?

No, this lodge doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Lake McDonald Lodge - Inside the Park have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Lake McDonald Lodge - Inside the Park has 2 restaurants, and serves continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will Lake McDonald Lodge - Inside the Park allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Lake McDonald Lodge - Inside the Park though service animals are welcome.

Does Lake McDonald Lodge - Inside the Park have connecting rooms available?

No, this lodge doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Lake McDonald Lodge - Inside the Park?

The closest major airport to Lake McDonald Lodge - Inside the Park is Glacier Park Intl. Airport (FCA), which is about 27.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Lake McDonald Lodge - Inside the Park?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Lake McDonald Lodge - Inside the Park that offer a balcony.

Lake McDonald Lodge - Inside the Park Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a great location!! Our room was very small and it was hard to ever feel organized in the space because of the size. Otherwise, we really enjoyed staying inside the park.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026

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