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Glacier Haven Inn

2.0 star property
Lodge in Essex with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant

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Buffet
Dry Cabin | Bathroom
Triple Room
Dry Cabin
Family Cabin | Private kitchenette

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$185
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov

Explore the area

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14305 Hwy 2E, Essex, MT, 59916
  • Place, Glacier National Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake McDonald
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Two Medicine Lake
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

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Triple Room

Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2021
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 17 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Quadruple Room

Quadruple Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2021
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 19 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Dry Cabin | View from room

Dry Cabin

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Microwave
  • 22 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Cabin

Family Cabin

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Washer/dryer
Renovated in 2021
  • 149 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Caboose

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Renovated in 2021
Private bathroom
Microwave
Wardrobe
  • 33 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Futons

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. .In proximity to this Essex lodge you'll find Lake McDonald.
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What's nearby

  • Walton Ranger Station - 7 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Glacier National Park - 21 min drive - 41.9 km
  • Apgar Visitor Center - 25 min drive - 44.9 km
  • Lake McDonald - 26 min drive - 46.0 km
  • Two Medicine Lake - 53 min drive - 92.6 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

Lodge in Essex with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant
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 with free toiletries. This Essex lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in January 2021.

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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

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

  • In-room microwave
  • 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

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Renovated guestrooms - January 2021
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave

More

  • Heating

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
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, but service animals are welcome

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.

  • 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
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 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 4 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Glacier Haven Inn on 5 Nov 2025 start from AU$185.26, 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, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

Glacier Haven Inn Reviews

7.8

Good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 178 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 178 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 178 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 178 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 178 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Emily

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
We made a reservation to stay during a concert we had bought tickets for and the property called, told us they were overbooked for that weekend and canceled our stay. They did refund our money, but by that time there was literally nothing available for about a 100 mile radius of the venue. Why list on Expedia if you have no problem canceling people’s reservations?? Will never book with them again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

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

Like camping in a Switching yard

In the ads this came off as a self-contained resort area. It's not really anything of the sort. It's just a few cabins and a restaurant. When we got there the restaurant was closed claiming they don't open the restaurant on Mondays. This was of course never disclosed in the listing. We were directed to a place called the Izaak Walton LOGE Inn/bar and grill 6 miles down the road and immediately wished we had booked there instead. Better hotel for similar price. It also didn't help that halfway through the evening the air conditioner started shaking and rattling like crazy. When I went to inquire about it I was told that 'a part had been ordered and would be arriving in a few days to fix' when I explained that it didn't do me any good at that moment and let the sound of so loud it would be impossible to sleep.... it was actually louder than the constant freight trains passing by. when I asked about an alternate room, I was told that there was no other rooms available. However one look outside at the lack of other vehicles clearly confirmed that this was simply a lame false excuse.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Timothy, Gotha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
No breakfast. Very shaby construction and looks neglected.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

8/10 Good

Walter

Travelled with family
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

8/10 Good

Glofer

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We had an easy check-in, staffs were accomodating. Our room is well kept,they changed our towel and took our trash everyday. The place is located by the highway and behind has a train railway track. We can hear train and cars passing through but we were able to sleep otherwise. I found mess under our bed which seems to be there for a quite a while,and cobwebs. What I also like is the place nestled approximately 25 mins away from west entrance and 35 mins away from st mary entrance. On our 2nd day we use the west entrance til logan pass on our 3rd st mary all the way to west entrance. Just hope they will clear the back side since the grass is already by the window. Recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying at Glacier Haven Inn. It is a family run business and they were so kind to us. The cabin was very cute and quaint. The cabin we stayed in didn’t have a bathroom but the bath house was right next store and very clean. I was impressed with how well maintained and clean everything was. It is very close to the Glacier east entrance, only about 15 minutes away. The restaurant on the property has very good homemade Chinese food as well. All around we loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amy

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I reserved a cabin and was told upon arrival that we didnt reserve a cabin and all they had was the end motel room for us. I never would have paid what I paid for a motel room. The room itself was adequate but the bathrrom was not. We had small bugs fly into the lights all night because the bathroom window was being held shut with a piece of plastic bag. It was very disappointing.
Plastic bag holding window shut
Cobwebs
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Room size was nice and clean. She was very friendly and easy check in. The cafe was never opened which was disappointing because that wad one reason for picking this place. No coffee available in the room so you had to drive in to get that. It didn't bother us much but there is a train that runs behind the inn all hours of the night. They do not blow their horn though so that was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

MUKESH

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No restaurant and middle of nowhere. No service. This was not mentioned in the property details page. This should have been a refundable booking so that customers can cancel/change booking once they find out more about the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Missjaneog, New York

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really e joyed our stay at Glacier Haven RV park. The service we received from Steve was amazing, always so friendly and went out if our way to help us when we got locked out of our van. Loved the room too! So cute and Cody. Would definitely stay again and recommend it. Great value for money in a place that can be quite pricey in general. Thank you again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jen, Utah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts were super nice and helpful, bathrooms clean. Very pretty
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

2/10 Terrible

Jason, Sammamish, wa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed in a cabin that hasn’t been updated from the 1700’s. Expensive and staff had more stupid rules the I thought were possible. No bathroom or sinks in cabin. Need to walk to community bath house. 20 miles from Glacier Nation Park was nice. Everything was closed at motel because of Covid. Avoid at all costs
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

2/10 Terrible

Ann, Essex Montana

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worst service I have ever delt with! No WiFi, everything was out dated and she charged me $50 for assuming I slept on top of the comforter!!! Absolute worst service! Nothing like letting your guests know your lack of cleaning. I would never recommend or stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We got in late and they directed us all the way to our site. All the while they were patient and complient with us. The cabin was too nice also.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Jeffery

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

Nice stay

Nice and Friendly people. Nice small rustic cabin style home base for Glacier NP
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Natalia, Las vegas

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay. Very clean, very friendly owner.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Yuko

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

4/10 Poor

Chelsea

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

4/10 Poor

Brian, Seattle

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The woman who runs the place has a strange restriction about sleeping in between the blankets. If you sleep on top of the blankets, she'll charge you $50 extra. On its own, this requirement is that bad. But it made me suspicious as to whether or not she was washing both the sheets and the blankets. There also is no WiFi and a train runs right past the building.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary, California

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean friendly and peaceful....without internet for two nights but it taught us to enjoy each other and nature and never missed a thing... Thank You Glacier Haven... we will be back!! ❤️😘 AWESOME
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020