𝗧𝗢𝗣 𝟭𝟬 𝗛𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗶𝗻 Challis (2026)

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A stone fireplace with a black screen, flanked by wooden columns, in a room with leather sofas and framed pictures on the walls.

A building with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a stone foundation.

A hotel reception area with a wooden counter, coffee maker, kettle, and a map on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a small desk with a microwave, and a sink.

1. Red Rock Lodge

Challis

Brad

S$142

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A log cabin-style bedroom with a four-poster bed, wooden walls, a fireplace, and a mounted plant.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and a small refrigerator. There is a wooden cabinet above the sink and a wooden table with a chair.

A compact room with a kitchenette area including a microwave, a small refrigerator, and a coffee maker. There's a television on a wooden stand above the microwave. A door leads to another room, and a radiator is mounted on the wall.

A motel with a sign, a parking lot with vintage cars, and a landscaped area with rocks and plants.

2. The Village Inn Motel and Restaurant

Challis

S$148

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A building with a red and white facade, a grassy courtyard, and a mountain in the background.

A room with a carpeted floor, a door leading outside, and two framed pictures on the wall.

3. Northgate Inn Motel

Challis

Layne

S$118

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A wooden deck with two rocking chairs and a table, overlooking a river and forested hills.

A log cabin room with two beds, a desk, and a TV.

A wooden cabin interior with a large window overlooking a river and forest. A table with a lamp and a potted plant is visible.

4. River's Fork Lodge

North Fork

Thomas

S$231

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A riverside hotel with a view of snow-capped mountains, a well-maintained lawn, and outdoor seating.

A breakfast bar with waffle makers, a coffee machine, and a microwave.

A sign for The Stagecoach Ink, highlighting amenities like vanilla malted waffles, fresh ground coffee, and wifi in every room.

A living room with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a TV on a dresser. A kitchen is visible in the background with wooden cabinets and a refrigerator.

5. Stagecoach Inn

Salmon

Jeff

S$259

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A wooden building with a 'Welcome' sign, a bell, and a 'Office' sign. There are flower pots and a hanging basket outside.

A kitchen area with a coffee machine, a microwave, and a small cabinet.

A tented room with a bed, a table, and a chair.

6. Sacajawea Inn

Salmon

Logan

S$129

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a telephone, and a framed picture of mountains on the wall.

A multi-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a parking lot in front.

A lobby with a bar area, seating, and a large wall mural.

A house with a patio featuring two tables and four chairs, a small decorative tree, and a window with a view of a stone wall and trees.

7. Hotel Salmon

Salmon

Theresa

S$279

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, marked depth lines, and a lifeguard on duty sign.

A hotel room with two beds, a headboard, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

An outdoor patio area with picnic tables, a grill, and blue umbrellas.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a coat rack, a plant, and a door with a bell.

8. Americas Best Value Inn Salmon

Salmon

kip

S$245

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A building with a sign reading "Tamarack Lodge" and "Office" with a parking area in front.

An outdoor patio with orange chairs, a round table, and a fire pit with flowers.

A modern interior with a central island sink, white doors, and a hallway leading to a bedroom.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of mountains through the windows.

9. Tamarack Lodge Sun Valley

Downtown Ketchum

Natalie

S$315

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A modern interior with a fireplace, leather seating, and hanging spherical lights.

A hot tub on a wooden deck with a pool in the background.

A modern living room with a large window, a brown leather sofa, a patterned rug, and a wooden coffee table.

A room with a view of a snowy mountain, a table with two mugs, and a chair.

10. Hotel Ketchum

Ketchum

Angela

S$332

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A hotel entrance with a guest registration sign, outdoor seating area, and a flower planter.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a hot tub, surrounded by trees and mountains.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a patterned carpet, and a ceiling with exposed beams and chandeliers.

A spacious living room with a high ceiling, comfortable seating, a television, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

11. Best Western Tyrolean Lodge

Ketchum

Mary J

S$256

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A resort with multiple buildings, surrounded by lush greenery and hills.

A patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a stone pathway.

A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and large windows.

A large, multi-story house with a well-maintained lawn and a pond in the foreground.

12. Sun Valley Resort

Sun Valley

Andrea

S$509

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a view of snow-covered mountains.

A modern kitchen with a large island, wooden cabinets, and a view of a mountainous landscape through large windows.

A hotel with a stone facade, outdoor pool with lounge chairs, and potted plants.

A modern living room with a glass fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

13. Limelight Hotel Ketchum

Downtown Ketchum

Crystal

S$581

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A snow-covered lodge with multiple buildings, surrounded by snow-covered trees and mountains in the background.

An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, featuring clear glassware and a small floral centerpiece.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.

A modern living room with a large Christmas tree, comfortable seating, and large windows offering views of trees.

14. Knob Hill Inn

Ketchum

Rick

S$457

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, a leather sofa, and a dining table with chairs.

A lodge with a stone facade, multiple balconies, and a sign indicating it is the Best Western Plus.

An outdoor cafe with stone walls, wooden doors, and red umbrellas.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table, a TV, and a fireplace.

15. Best Western Plus Kentwood Lodge

Downtown Ketchum

Jeffrey

S$325

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern kitchen with a dining area, large windows, and a view of greenery.

A modern kitchen with a large window, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of greenery outside.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with a sofa and chairs, a small table, and a balcony with a view of trees.

A golf course with multiple buildings, a winding road, and surrounding hills.

16. Angani Studio - Elkhorn Resort Amenities Included

Sun Valley

David

S$506

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A room with a large window overlooking a grassy area and a sunset. There is a leather sofa with a pillow and a small round table.

A modern kitchen with wooden countertops, a coffee machine, and a sink.

A modern, dark wooden cabin with a wooden deck and a set of stairs leading to a glass door.

A cozy room with a bed, a chair, and a small table. There is a staircase leading to another level.

17. Smiley Creek Lodge

Ketchum

Pritam

S$420

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

A building with a porch, a bench, and a sign that reads 'CUSTER.'

A modern kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a built-in dishwasher.

A covered porch with two Adirondack chairs and a small table.

A living room with a fireplace, television, and comfortable seating.

18. Walk to Sun Valley Village: Condo w/ Deck!

Sun Valley

S$441

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

A lakeside lodge with a reflection in the water, surrounded by greenery and hills.

A cozy living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV. There are framed pictures on the wall and a sign that says "Welcome to the Mountains."

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by snow-covered ground and mountains in the background.

19. Elkhorn Bluff Condo With Community & Resort Amenities

Sun Valley

S$583

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A modern kitchen with granite countertops, wooden cabinets, and stainless steel appliances.

A living room with a stone fireplace, grey sofas, a flat-screen TV, and a window with blinds.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, granite countertops, and a view to the living area.

A modern wooden building with a balcony, large windows, and a covered entrance.

20. Walk to Sun Valley & Dtwn: Ketchum Condo

Ketchum

Damon

S$1,136

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

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Stay near popular Challis attractions

A woman in a blue dress with stars, sitting by a clear mountain stream surrounded by rocks and trees.

Challis Hot Springs

8.6/10 (33 reviews)

Soak in mineral-rich thermal pools with natural gravel bottoms along the scenic Salmon River Valley. Reserve your spot in advance to experience this rustic retreat's soothing waters and wildlife viewing.

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A rustic wooden barn in a snowy mountainous area with dense forests and a prominent rocky peak in the background.

Bayhorse Ghost Town

8.6/10 (32 reviews)

Step back in time at Bayhorse Ghost Town, where Idaho's silver mining history comes alive through preserved 1877 structures. Wander the loop trail with interpretive signs revealing stories of frontier fortune-seekers.

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A river with a dam, surrounded by trees and a park.

Central Park

Challis' Centennial Park offers a pro-grade skate park designed with expert input. Enjoy shade under mature trees or visit during summer for the Farmers Market and live music events.

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Land of the Yankee Fork State Park

8.8/10 (38 reviews)

Step back in time at this historic park showcasing Idaho's gold rush through preserved ghost towns and mining relics. Explore the Yankee Fork Gold Dredge and scenic trails while learning about 19th-century frontier life.

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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints

7.6/10 (14 reviews)

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints is just one of the places to see in Challis, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

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Challis City Park

8.6/10 (30 reviews)

Challis City Park transforms into a vibrant community hub during the summer farmers market. Browse local produce and handcrafted goods while mingling with friendly residents in this welcoming green space.

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Bald Mountain Trail

7.8/10 (8 reviews)

This rugged Idaho trail challenges adventurers with steep terrain before rewarding them with sweeping Salmon River Mountain vistas. Bring plenty of water for this remote backcountry experience.

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Challis Golf Course

7.0/10 (16 reviews)

This 9-hole course offers challenging play amid Idaho's dramatic red rock cliffs and mountain panoramas. Enjoy the well-maintained fairways and elevated greens that test golfers of all abilities.

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Learn more about Challis

Nestled in the Salmon-Challis National Forest, this small town offers a gateway to outdoor adventures. Hike scenic trails, fish in the Salmon River, or soak in nearby Challis Hot Springs for a rejuvenating mountain escape.

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Top Challis Hotel Reviews

Sun Valley Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Property is right in the center of Sun Valley. Easy shuttle service to & from airport. Local transportation was lovely"

The Village Inn Motel and Restaurant

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice place , it’s really cool that the restaurant is attached. Very nice little town."

Stagecoach Inn

8/10 Good

"The pool is not up and running right now. It's being changed to a salt water heated pool and it's still under construction."

Hotel Ketchum

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the venue and the breakfast"

River's Fork Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Great location very clean hospitable the day I stayed there though the restaurant was not open. The other restaurants are in Salmon, which are 21 miles away. other than that, everything was great."

Northgate Inn Motel

8/10 Good

"Booked a ground floor online . Last one available, but is was not available after waiting in lobby for 15-20 minutes. So they refunded $10 so everything was good"

Sacajawea Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, quiet, felt very homey. Beautiful area and convenient location within town"

Tamarack Lodge Sun Valley

8/10 Good

"Very happy healthy stay with nice employees!"

Red Rock Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Quick and easy parking, check-in."

More cheap stays in Challis

Northgate Inn Motel

1110 Hwy 93 N Challis ID

S$118

3 Sept - 4 Sept

includes taxes & fees

6.8/10 (508 reviews)