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Lake McDonald Lodge


2008 Lodging Rates

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Small Cottage Room

$114

Motor Inn Room

$124

Lodge Room

$160

Large Cottage Room

$160

Rates are based on double occupancy and are subject to change without notice.  Rates pending approval and may change without notice.  Rates are subject to taxes and surcharges.  Additional person(s) will be $15.00 per person.  Children 11 and under free with adult.  Roll-a-way bed $15.00 per night by request only.  Handicap rooms are available at all USA locations based on space availability.  

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Located 10 miles inside Glacier National Park 's west entrance on the Going-to-the-Sun Road , Lake McDonald Complex is nestled on the shore of the park's largest glacial water basin, and was built as a hunting lodge in 1913 by John Lewis.  Tranquility is the key word whether staying in the lodge, rustic yet comfortable cottages or in motor inn rooms.  Transportation to and from the West Glacier (Belton) Train Station:  For a nominal charge, transportation is available between Lake McDonald Complex and West Glacier (Belton) Train Station.  Reservations required.

In keeping with the era in which the lodge was built

Hotel Facilities
  • Televisions, air conditioning, elevator, in-room coffee makers and mini-refrigerators are not available.
  • Iron, ironing board, hair dryers are available upon request from the front desk.
  • Pets are not allowed
  • Serenity abounds from the veranda behind the Lodge that overlooks the magnificent lake
  • The massive fireplace in the lobby provides a cozy atmosphere
  • A limited number of handicap rooms are available and are booked based upon space availability
     
 

All rooms and facilities are non-smoking.

Russell’s Fireside Dining Room is decorated with hunting trophies and rough-hewn western red cedar wood beams that recall this building’s hunting lodge origins. The dinner menu tends toward wild game and local favorites. Breakfast is served from 6:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., lunch is served from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., and dinner is served from 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Enjoy a frosty pint of Montana micro-brew beer or glass of wine during lunch and dinner.  The Restaurant seats on a first come first served basis and does not accept reservations.

Casual attire is required so come and enjoy our mountain cuisine . Children’s menus and box lunches available.
 

The Stockade Lounge features cedar-paneled walls and a view of the lake, giving this bar a cozy feel. It is open from 11:30 a.m. to midnight offering bar menu items.  Television available.
 
 
Jammer Joe's Grill and Pizzeria is a Red Bus themed family style restaurant serving lunch and dinner from a menu or all you can eat pasta, pizza and salad buffet. It is open from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Pizzeria closes in early September.  Located across from the Lodge.
 
Campstore is a spacious store offering almost everything you will need for camping, hiking and fishing – even night crawlers. A great selection of Glacier National Park souvenirs can also be found here, as well as groceries for your picnic lunch.


 

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All Rooms Have  

Double and/or twin beds, private bathrooms, direct-dial telephones and Bell service is available.
 
 
Description of Rooms  
Main Lodge rooms surround the lobby on the second and third floors with access via stairs only.  View not guaranteed.

Large and Small Cottage rooms are located in rustic yet comfortable duplex, tri-plex, four-plex and six-plex style buildings in the forested area between the Main Lodge and Motor Inn.  Cottages are within walking distance to the Main Lodge

Motor Inn rooms are tucked back in the trees near the Camp Store.  Motor Inn is located about 200 yards walking distance from the Main Lodge.
 
 
Activities  

Scenic interpretive Red Bus tours, walking hotel tour, horseback riding, boat cruises on Lake McDonald, National Park Service Ranger /Naturalist presentations, fishing, hiking and shopping.
 
 
Gift Shop  
  Although this is a small gift shop, it features the largest selection of jewelry made by both Native American and Montana artisans. “Made in Montana” products are prominent here and include several lines of pottery, artwork by well-known Montana artists, and huckleberry gourmet treats. A great collection of Red Bus souvenirs is also available at this location.
 
 

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