Northgate Inn Motel

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, in the vicinity of Land of the Yankee Fork State Park

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Satellite channels
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Satellite channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Basic Room, 2 Double Beds

Basic Room, 2 Double Beds

Basic Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • 19 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Satellite channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator, Ground Floor

Family Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator, Ground Floor

Family Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator, Ground Floor

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Desk
Located on the ground floor
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Challis

At Northgate Inn Motel, you'll be 3.3 km (2 mi) from Land of the Yankee Fork State Park and 15.2 km (9.5 mi) from Challis Hot Springs. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a library and barbecues. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, ski storage and ski passes. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights in the region of this Challis hotel include Bayhorse Ghost Town and Goldbug Hot Springs.

What's nearby

  • Central Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Challis City Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Land of the Yankee Fork State Park - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Challis Hot Springs - 23 min drive - 17.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Tea Cup Cafe & Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Challis Lodge And Lounge - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bux's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Real Deal Smokehouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Challis Roadhouse Bar And Hotel - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Northgate Inn Motel

Hotel with free parking, in the vicinity of Land of the Yankee Fork State Park
As a guest of Northgate Inn Motel, you'll find a library, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. WiFi is free in public spaces. Northgate Inn Motel also features ski storage, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in common area. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Challis hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 57 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1984
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Library
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
Northgate Inn Motel offers 57 air-conditioned accommodations, with free toiletries. This Challis hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hairdryers.
There are indoor hot springs and 2 outdoor hot springs open between 10:00 AM and 8:00 PM.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course
  • Indoor hot spring
  • Library
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Spa

  • 2 outdoor hot springs
  • Hot springs open from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 50 ºC
  • Indoor hot spring

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1984
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20.00 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 20 per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 20 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Hot springs access available from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Northgate Inn Motel Challis
Northgate Inn Motel
Northgate Challis
Northgate Inn Motel Hotel
Northgate Inn Motel Challis
Northgate Inn Motel Hotel Challis

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Northgate Inn Motel?

Yep, Northgate Inn Motel has a free self car park, free extended parking and free RV/bus/truck parking.

How much does it cost to stay at Northgate Inn Motel?

As of 21 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Northgate Inn Motel on 1 Jan 2026 start from AU$117.61, including 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.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Northgate Inn Motel?

No, Northgate Inn Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Northgate Inn Motel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at Northgate Inn Motel?

There is a golf course next to Northgate Inn Motel.

Northgate Inn Motel Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 454 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 158 out of 454 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 99 out of 454 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 454 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 454 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

MARIE

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

MARY JO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was clean. Otherwise it was rather outdated. No amenities what so ever. There was coffee in the morning. But nothing else and the coffee is not available except then
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Mushtaq, Seattle

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mitch

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A little run down but clean and okay. No breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is in need of an update but the most important thing was that it is clean. The lady on reception was welcoming and friendly - she seemed to do pretty much everything around the property. A very good stay, thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Tamara

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The new property owner walked into a hell of a situation felt sorry for her, the TVs didn't work cuss they didn't pay the bill air conditioner s were filthy as heck exhaust fans didn't work. Air conditioner did not work.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
If all you want is a bed, this is the cheapest option in town. Bathroom sink was clogged. Microwave was missing the plate that rotates. Very limited channels on TV. I'm not too picky, and all I really needed was a place to lay down. I took the $40 bucks I saved and went out for an evening meal.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gary

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived at the property and there was a message to phone a number for the desk clerk to arrive. No one came so we could not check in. Had to go to another motel.Waited 40 minutes.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Try checking g in at 8pm. They sent us to a room with no number on it. Door wa hard to open and room smelled like smoke. When back ask for a non smocking room that we booked. Made us wait another 15 minutes so they could clean a room. Most of the doors were open with rooms that had not been clean. Don’t go there !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ryan

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Linda

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I arrived @ 3:15, check in was 3 o’clock. There was nobody @ the desk, so we push the button that said “ring for service” and waited 15 minutes, pushed the button again, nothing. Called the hotel and left a message to call me when I could check in. Walked the halls and heard “there’s someone waiting to check in.” Response was “Leave me alone, I’m taking a shower.” Left and got something to eat and returned 1.5 hours later. Miss thing had taken her shower but not ready to work. I asked if I could check in and was told her Expedia account was just canceled so I would have to go down the street. The hotel down the street smelled so much better and was way friendlier. Charges to my card will be disputed!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Donna

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was uninhabitable; was told door sticks , but was being repaired, also needs shower curtain replaced and housekeeping would take care of this. We checked in and went to drop off bags- confusion in finding room 220, numbers were removed from door; door in disrepair and frame needing completely replaced. No towels, no soap- shower curtain ripped off rod. No curtain or curtain rod on the window in the room. Left to go to town event and returned around 10:30 pm, key would not open door, went to desk and no desk clerk available- supposed to be at desk until 11:30 pm. Many customers with other problems, kept ringing bell, no one showed up- made phone call left message that we were unable to get into the room. Never heard back from anyone!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Douglas

Disliked: Staff & service
I arrived, waited and waited. No one came to the desk. I called. The girl was just getting out of the shower. She finally sent her boyfriend to let me know, there was no room available. So I left.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sam

Disliked: Staff & service
Nobody at the front desk. Could not check in
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

GARY

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Older hotel in need of an update and more staff

Arrived after 7 pm and the room was not ready. It was apparently due to lack of staff and the hotel being slammed the night before. The hotel is dated and in serious need of an update/ remodel. The A/C unit worked poorly and it took over 5 hours to cool down the room. The staff, especially the manager, Lisa, were very friendly and apologetic for the room delay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Would not recommend

The reason I’m giving this a 2-stars is because of the service I received the day I arrived from Brynn. She was at the front desk and super helpful when our room had issues. She deserves a raise because of all she was doing with a smile on her face. You would think that ownership and management would make sure this motel was prepared for an influx of people by checking rooms and making sure they had people working. It appears they were not prepared. Upon arrival, check in was fine but once we got to our room there were issues. There was no TV, no trash can, only 2 bath towels, and our door wouldn’t shut without absolutely slamming it. The items that were missing were eventually brought to us after a few times of asking. The curtains have holes in the back of them and you can only open them by taking one of the pleat hooks off (see picture). There are only outlets on one side both of the bed so only 1 lamp nearby and no other place to plug in a phone to charge. The bathroom had multiple stains on the ceiling tiles and tons of places you could tell had been patched. On the first night, we discovered after slamming our door shut that we couldn’t even lock the deadbolt for the night. So we had to put a chair under the doorknob to provide a little bit of extra comfort/safety. Another night we arrived back at our hotel and had issues getting our door open. I went to the front desk and no one was there to assist even after using a call bell.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

john

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were hardworking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lynn, Sonoma

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Larry

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Alisha

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overbooked and turned away with nowhere to stay

Arrived and the front desk woman states that I have no reservation and that the previous owners have been overbooking the hotel for 6+ months. I was turned away with absolutely no help and no where to stay in such a small town. The woman appeared scared and untrained. Hotels.com called the property and no one was able to give them any information on the billing and if I would be charged or refunded. Terrible. Terrible. Terrible.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Scott

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Went to check in, we were told the room we had reserved was not longer available and she was not too sure if they would have a room. Then she proceeded to let us know that there computer is not working, but there was not a computer at the check-in desk. The lobby was unkept and dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Steven

Business traveller
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

maintainance

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Vera

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We waited 30 minutes for staff to show up, only to be told there were no clean rooms. We looked around for assistance and saw the kitchen area full of dirty dishes. We cancelled along with another family with the same problem. DO NOT RECOMMEND!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025