Glacier Basecamp Lodge

Hotel with free parking, steps from Big Sky Waterpark

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Dates

September 2025

October 2025

Glacier Basecamp Lodge sits in the heart of Montana, offering a cozy mountain retreat. Travelers can unwind by the community firepit or visit the coffee shop/cafe for a warm drink. The lodge provides in-room WiFi for staying connected while enjoying the peaceful surroundings.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Laundry
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Parking included

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 24 - Sep 25

Tomorrow

Sep 25 - Sep 26

St. Mary Suite, Ground Floor, No Pets; Remodeled 2018

Exceptional

Highlights

Patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

Kitchen

Full-sized fridge/freezer

1 bedroom
Sleeps 6
3 Queen Beds

Deluxe Suite 30, 2nd Floor, No Pets

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

Kitchen

Full-sized fridge/freezer

LED TV

111 sq m
3 bedrooms
Mountain view
Sleeps 8
3 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Two Medicine Suite, Ground Floor, No Pets; Remodeled 2018

Wonderful

Highlights

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

Kitchen

Full-sized fridge/freezer

LED TV

Sleeps 6
1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Grizzly Den Suite, 2nd Floor, No Pets; Remodeled 2018

Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished balcony

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

Kitchen

Full-sized fridge/freezer

111 sq m
3 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Suite 29, Ground Floor, No Pets

Excellent

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

Kitchen

Full-sized fridge/freezer

LED TV

Blackout curtains

2 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
3 Queen Beds

About the area

Located in Columbia Falls, Glacier Basecamp Lodge is near the airport and near a train station. Alpine Theatre Project and Whitefish Theatre Company are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Big Sky Waterpark and Amazing Fun Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a match? See what's going on at Stumptown Ice Den or Majestic Valley Arena. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.

Visit our Columbia Falls travel guide

7285 US Hwy 2 East, Columbia Falls, MT, 59912

What's nearby

Big Sky Waterpark - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Glacier Lanes and Casino - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
House of Mystery and Montana Vortex - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
Meadow Lake Golf Course - 8 min drive - 8.1 km
Glacier National Park - 27 min drive - 31.0 km

Getting around

West Glacier Station - 16 min drive
Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

‪Blue Moon Nite Club - ‬6 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
‪Cowgirl Coffee - ‬2 min drive
‪Pizza Hut - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Glacier Basecamp Lodge

Hotel near Big Sky Waterpark

Consider a stay at Glacier Basecamp Lodge and take advantage of a firepit, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Additional perks include:

Free self-parking
Motorhome/coach/lorry parking, express check-out and a gift shop
A water dispenser, charcoal grills and outdoor furniture

Room features

All guest rooms at Glacier Basecamp Lodge include comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to

More conveniences in all rooms include:

Heating and fans
Shower/bath combinations, free toiletries and hairdryers
Microwaves and coffee/tea makers

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

Free uncovered self parking on site
RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

A coffee shop/cafe

Family friendly

In-room microwave
Laundry facilities

Conveniences

Gift shop/newsstand
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Virtual front desk
Water dispenser

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Firepit
In a national park
In the mountains
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only

2 floors
6 buildings
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Microwave

Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Fan
Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Early check-in subject to availability

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out

Late check-out subject to availability

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance

A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 01 October and 03 June.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

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 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

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Western Inn-Glacier

Western Inn-Glacier Park

Western Inn-Glacier Park Columbia Falls

Western Inn-Glacier Park Hotel

Western Inn-Glacier Park Hotel Columbia Falls

Western Inn Glacier Park

Glacier Basecamp Lodge Hotel

Glacier Basecamp Lodge Columbia Falls

Glacier Basecamp Lodge Hotel Columbia Falls

Frequently asked questions

How much is parking at Glacier Basecamp Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Glacier Basecamp Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Glacier Basecamp Lodge?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Glacier Basecamp Lodge located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is steps from Big Sky Waterpark and within 9 mi (15 km) of Flathead National Forest and Amazing Fun Center. Alpine Theatre Project and Whitefish Theatre Company are also within 12 mi (20 km).