By Lars Tramilton
Glacier National Park is in northern Montana, and is very close to the Canadian border. There are 2 mountain ranges within Glacier National Park, and it is an excellent place to observe countless animal species and varieties of plants. Well over 1,000 different types of plants have been discovered in the park. For those planning on visiting this vast and diverse national park, there are many nearby lodging options to consider.
Swiftcurrent Motor Inn
Swiftcurrent Motor Inn, constructed in 1933, is a 100 percent non-smoking accommodation that consists of 88 motor inn guest rooms and cottages. It has a rustic, homey atmosphere. Some of the amenities available include a souvenir shop, full service Italian restaurant, guest parking, alarm clock, fan, Glacier Park guidebook, BeeKind eco-friendly toiletries, iron and ironing board and recycling bin. Some of the rooms come with air conditioning, coffeemaker, small fridge, Internet access and television.
Swiftcurrent Motor Inn
Many Glacier Valley
East Glacier Park, Montana 59434
(406) 756-2444
glacierparkinc.com
Many Glacier Hotel
Many Glacier Hotel was built between the years of 1910 and 1914. The hotel is located on the Swiftcurrent Lake shores and is nestled underneath Mount Grinnell. The hotel has a charming, Swiss-influenced ambiance and consists of 214 spacious guest rooms. Some of the Many Glacier Hotel features include a souvenir shop, full service restaurant, snack shop, nightly entertainment, après fondue, bus tours and boat cruises. The guest rooms are all equipped with direct dial phone, alarm clock, blow dryer and fan.
Many Glacier Hotel
Highway 8, Swiftcurrent Lake
Glacier National Park, Montana 59434
(406) 756-2444
glacierparkinc.com
Glacier Park Lodge & Resort
The Glacier Park Lodge & resort has been in existence since 1912. It is in East Glacier right underneath Dancing Lady Mountain. The lodge has a cozy, relaxed vibe. Some of its features include an outdoor seasonal swimming pool (from June to August), 9-hole golf course, lounge, several full service restaurants (including one that serves classic comfort food with a local Montana flair), gift shop (with many Native American related goods) and wellness spa. There are 161 rooms within this lodge.
Glacier Park Lodge & Resort
East Glacier Park Highway 2 and 49
East Glacier Park, Montana 59434
(406) 756-2444
glacierparkinc.com
Mountain Pine Motel
The Mountain Pine Motel is a quiet and serene Glacier National Park accommodation that is located in East Glacier. The motel was built in 1947, and consists of 25 units. It is family operated, and is open between the months of May and September. The staff is multilingual, and speaks English, French and Spanish. It is a short walk to many supermarkets, restaurants, laundromats and golf courses. It is under 1 mile away from the Amtrak railway station (pickup service is offered by the motel).
Mountain Pine Motel
Highway 49
East Glacier Park, Montana 59434
(406) 226-4403
mtnpine.com
Rising Sun Motor Inn
The Rising Sun Motor Inn was established in 1940, and is a comfortable hillside lodge that is located directly across from picturesque St. Mary Lake. It is surrounded by tall mountain peaks. There are 72 motor inn guest rooms and cottage units available at the Rising Sun Motor Inn. It is a 100 percent non-smoking accommodation and offers amenities such as a full service grill restaurant, outdoor smoking section, camp store and souvenir shop (selling Native American-related items).
Rising Sun Motor Inn
Going-to-the-Sun Road
East Glacier Park, Montana 59434
(406) 732-5523
glacierparkinc.com
About the Author:
Lars Tramilton has been writing professionally since 2007. His work has appeared in a variety of online publications, including CareerWorkstation. Tramilton received a bachelor's degree with a focus on elementary education from Kean University.
