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Cowlitz River Lodge

2.5 star property
Hotel near Backbone Lake Trail in Packwood

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Executive Studio Suite, Multiple Beds-Ground Floor No Pets | WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry

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13069 US HWY 12, P.O. BOX 488, Packwood, WA, 98361
  • Place, White Pass Sports Hut
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Backbone Lake Trail
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Rainier National Park
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Dog Friendly-Ground Floor

WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Dog Friendly-Ground Floor

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave-Top Floor No Pets

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave-Top Floor No Pets

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Dog Friendly-Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Studio Suite, Multiple Beds-Ground Floor No Pets | WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Studio Suite, Multiple Beds-Ground Floor No Pets

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds

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WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, ADA,, Dog Friendly-Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, ADA, Dog Friendly-Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Packwood

In Packwood .Your stay at this Packwood hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Backbone Lake Trail and White Pass Sports Hut. Mount Rainier National Park is within 12 miles (20 km) and Grove of the Patriarchs Loop is within 16 miles (25 km).

What's nearby

  • White Pass Sports Hut - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Backbone Lake Trail - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mount Rainier National Park - 13 min drive - 12.9 miles
  • Grove of the Patriarchs Loop - 17 min drive - 16.4 miles
  • White Pass Ski Area - 25 min drive - 24.5 miles

Getting around

  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 141 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Packwood Brewing Co. - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cliff Droppers - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Mountain Goat - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cruiser's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Blue Spruce Saloon - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Cowlitz River Lodge

Hotel near Backbone Lake Trail in Packwood
Cowlitz River Lodge offers its guests a vending machine, gift shops/newsstands, and laundry facilities. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This Packwood hotel is smoke free.

  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • No smoking on site
Cowlitz River Lodge offers 32 accommodations with air conditioning. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Exterior
Packwood Lodge
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, 1,000 reviews
$159 nightly
The price is $175
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Total with taxes and fees
Packwood Lodge

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property 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 fee: USD 25 per pet, per day
  • 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
Cashless transactions are available
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. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Cowlitz River Lodge to the airport?

Cowlitz River Lodge is 93 mi (141-min drive) away from the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Cowlitz River Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Cowlitz River Lodge.

Does Cowlitz River Lodge offer free breakfast?

Cowlitz River Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Cowlitz River Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Cowlitz River Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Cowlitz River Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Cowlitz River Lodge have a pool?

Cowlitz River Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Cowlitz River Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Cowlitz River Lodge to downtown Packwood?

Cowlitz River Lodge is 0.3 mi away from Packwood.

Cowlitz River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 554 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 296 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 99 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place was perfect. The only mistake was booking it through Hotels.com.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place. Love the decor. And, the elk out the window! 😀
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great clean room for the night. Dog friendly rooms were a great plus! Staff were also very friendly. Would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed and clean room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, safe and quiet, beautiful surroundings
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming hotel with a pretty view. Elk were grazing during the day in front of the building. The rooms were cozy, the staff was welcoming, warm and helpful. The room was cozy , smallish and very comfortable. The lobby was appointed with popcorn, had tea and coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was able to check in early. Very accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was so easy. Elk on the lawn was a bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carl

👍
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Dustin

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

tom

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Slow internet. Gentleman at front desk was short with answers. Location was not full the night before ( off season between summer and ski) but would not allow us to check in a little early. Wanted to get a hike in yet that afternoon but had food in car. Ended up going to a brewery.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room with a comfortable bed and a shower with high water pressure!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sherrie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Mt. Rainer. Quaint place excellent room and bed was super comfy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

dennis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Good location to access Mt. Rainer. Room was clean, food and services nearby. Loved the wildlife roaming the grounds. Fat guy running the lobby was rude and unaccommodating. He ought to be fired.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Stephanie

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Gary

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The owner was grumpy not friendly they don’t have breakfast anymore the bed was not comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jean

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needs to be updated. Gentleman at front desk was not friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was clean and conveniently located.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Runcheng

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed seeing the elk daily at this hotel. Limited dining options nearby, however. Charming little mountain town. Room was clean and the area felt very safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Cynthia

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

One night stay

Well the lodge is out the country side in packwood. Beds are okay, room was dusty,open the curtains dust particles flying everywhere, my allergies started. I expect something a bit better.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice surroundings, walkable to store and restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Margarita

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

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