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Glacier Haven Inn

Property class: 2

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A wooden deck with a round table and a cushioned bench, overlooking a dense forest.
A Glacier Haven Inn with a rustic exterior, a signboard, and potted plants with red flowers.
A small wooden cabin with a porch, a set of stairs leading to the entrance, and a surrounding natural environment.
A kitchen with wooden walls, a sink, a stove, and a refrigerator.
A room with two beds, each with a quilted bedspread featuring animal prints. There are two framed pictures on the walls, a window with curtains, and a desk with a lamp.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$230
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec

Explore the area

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14305 Hwy 2E, Essex, MT, 59916
  • Place, Walton Ranger Station
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Silver Staircase Falls
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Glacier National Park
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Triple Room

A room with two beds, each with a forest-themed bedspread. There is a nightstand with a lamp and a telephone. The walls have a painted border depicting wolves and deer.

Triple Room

  • Mountain view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Quadruple Room

A room with two beds, each with a quilted bedspread featuring animal prints. There are two framed pictures on the walls, a window with curtains, and a desk with a lamp.

Quadruple Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Dry Cabin

A forested campsite with two cabins, picnic tables, and a manhole cover.

Dry Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Family Cabin

A bathroom with a checkered shower curtain, a toilet, a sink with a mirror, and a towel rack.

Family Cabin

  • Mountain view
  • 149 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Caboose

A red cabin with a Great Northern Railway logo, surrounded by dense forest.

Caboose

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Futons

View all photos for White Cabin

A wooden deck with a round table and a cushioned bench, overlooking a dense forest.

White Cabin

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Futon

View all photos for Brown Cabin

A room with a wooden interior, a window with curtains, a table, and a washing machine.

Brown Cabin

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Futon

About the area

Essex

At Glacier Haven Inn, you'll be 33.4 km (20.8 mi) from Glacier National Park. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The café, Glacier Haven Bar & Grill, serves Asian cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. .Attractions in proximity to this Essex lodge include Apgar Visitor Center and Lake McDonald.
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What's nearby

  • Walton Ranger Station - 8 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Silver Staircase Falls - 18 min drive - 28.1 km
  • Glacier National Park - 26 min drive - 41.9 km
  • Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park - 26 min drive - 41.9 km
  • Lake McDonald - 31 min drive - 46.0 km

Getting around

  • Essex Station - 9 min drive
  • Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Glacier Haven Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tavern at Stanton Lake Trail - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Healthy Haven Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Glacier Haven Inn

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Barbecue grills, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Glacier Haven Inn. Self parking is free.

This Essex lodge is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Glacier Haven Inn offers 9 accommodations. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This Essex lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Glacier Haven Bar & Grill

Things to do

  • Cross-country skiing

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 30.00

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property's café is only operational during the months of June, July, and August.
Please be informed that there is no cell phone service in this location.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 01 November to 1 March:
  • Dining venue

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-out fee: USD 30.00 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

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, 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Glacier Haven Inn.

Property is also known as

Glacier Haven Inn Essex
Glacier Haven Inn
Glacier Haven Essex
Glacier Haven
Glacier Haven Inn Lodge
Glacier Haven Inn Essex
Glacier Haven Inn Lodge Essex

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Glacier Haven Inn?

Yep, Glacier Haven Inn has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Glacier Haven Inn?

As of 7 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Glacier Haven Inn on 8 Dec 2026 start from AU$230, 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 Glacier Haven Inn?

No, Glacier Haven Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Glacier Haven Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Asian cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone? The dining venue is closed seasonally each year from November 01 until March 1.

What time are check-in & check-out at Glacier Haven Inn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Glacier Haven Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

Glacier Haven Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 239 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 239 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 239 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 239 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 239 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Glacier Haven Inn was very comfortable and clean. Cafe next door had delicious food and owners were very accommodating! We would definitely stay again!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun place to stay. Nice to get away from TV and internet
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were in room 7 and the beds were so comfortable! The staff was friendly and helpful and we were sad to leave.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were very accommodating and stayed in the office a little bit later for us arriving late. The cabins were nice and clean. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decent enough for a pit stop. Sandwiched between hwy and railroad so was a little loud for a light sleeper to get good nights sleep and is removed from stores or restaurants… there is a restaurant for dinner on site but nothing else near so bring your own eats pending time of day. Good location if in route to diff areas of park for a night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Noisy, dusty, far from the store. Ok to stay in this place if you don’t have other choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
We were assigned a cabin in “progress”. Half painted walls. Great location. Definitely a “funky” property but host was very kind.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay in Essex on the way from Glacier National park at a quiet community of 40 people. Convenient stay on the way back from the East entrance of Glacier. Small rooms but clean and well maintained. The property wifi is very spotty and there's no cellphone signal there. The owners also serve dinner at their restaurant next door, their Chinese food is quite good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! Loved the staff & the food at the restaurant!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Definitely a 2 star hotel. The beds were very worn out, no support. The 'Office' is the attached restaurant that opens at 5pm, but is closed on Mondays. Cleaning did a nice job.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, easy check in after hours
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved that the room had everything we needed and was very clean. Perfect place to stay if visiting Glacier National Park.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and spacious cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place was very clean with wifi.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities
Roadside motel - "vintage". Cabins were a signifcant price uptick. some road noise until dark and active traintracks maybe 50 yards from the room. Very soft mattresses and antique looking quilts on the beds - not sure when they were last cleaned. Not much nearby and the dining room only opened at 5pm with very limited menu. Interestingly, we looked out out window after hearing a "pop" and saw a guy walking around with a 22 rifle! Would not recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The room was clean. Bed was comfortable. This is a small motel right along the side of the road. We selected because of location near Glacier NP and that worked out well. However, no wifi in the room, had to go into parking lot or restaurant and no phone service Behind the motel are train tracks so between the road noise in front (70 mph speed limit & plenty of trucks) and train noise at night, it was not a quiet location. The HVAC system was wonky. Heat set off the fire alarm so we ended up turning it off. We paid for location and got it but overall value was OK at best.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful cabin in the woods!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Was expecting a room in the motel, we got a small cabin which was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cabin near Glacier national park

Great cabin 20 mins away from Glacier national park. We stayed the cabin in the RV perfect for 2-3 day stay. Owner was really friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. The staff was welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice and remote area. We stayed in the caboose and it was great. You are near the historic rail way so trains do run near but that did not bother us. The food at the tavern was very good and the portions were large.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and cozy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best adventure ever

We were not expecting to stay in a caboose, but we did enjoy it every minute of it , it was unique
The entrance of the caboose
Left side of the caboose
Right side of the caboose
The kitchen
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing stay

I had an amazing stay at this place line never before. I would strongly recommend. The amazing part of this was Netflix and chill. Stay fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay overall! The room was clean, the staff was friendly, and everything was well-maintained. The only small downside was that the shower water could have been a bit hotter. Other than that, everything was perfect and I’d happily stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025