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Cowlitz River Lodge

2.5 star property
Hotel near Backbone Lake Trail in Packwood

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Lobby sitting area
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Lobby
Hiking

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

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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, Packwood Lake Trailhead
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, 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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1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets

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

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

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1 bedroom, 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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1 bedroom, 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 | 1 bedroom, 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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1 bedroom, 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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1 bedroom, 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
  • Packwood Lake Trailhead - 17 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Mount Rainier National Park - 17 min drive - 12.9 miles
  • White Pass Ski Area - 33 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
  • ‪Blue Spruce Saloon - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cruiser's - ‬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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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

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Cowlitz River Lodge?

As of Oct 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cowlitz River Lodge on Oct 5, 2025 start from $139.0, excluding 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.

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. 566 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 297 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1001 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

SHARON, San Diego

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They had a live band when we stayed, we were not aware of it. I could have book somewhere else.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

ROBERT, NEW HAVEN

Traveled with family
Lazy staff… Beds okay Location fine Packwood bar was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wei

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Everything was ok except the air conditioner and refrigerator we’re having a contest on who could be the loudest. The bed was excellent and it was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Juan

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

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed a night here during a recent trip to Mt Rainier. Check in was easy and the manager was very friendly and helpful. Popcorn in the lobby was a nice bonus plus saw a herd of elk crossing the property! I had my dog with me and we stayed in a dog friendly room on the ground floor-the property has plenty of space to walk your dog. WiFi was fast, bed was comfy and the shower was hot. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Room

Just the basics but clean and comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghav

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

agnel

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Carrie

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Smelly room

We didn’t stay because the room smelled so bad. We got a refund.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Phung

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good property for price. Close to Mt Rainier
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tyanna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Very cute, but staff unwelcoming.

Very cute lodge with great access to Mount Rainier National Park! I have family who live in Packwood so I’ve been visiting the area since I was a child, but haven’t stayed in any of the lodges. This was a treat for sure. The beds were log and had cute bear quilts! Definitely gave that PNW vibe. Only major con I have is the front desk attendant. He wasn’t very friendly or welcoming at check-in, even when I tried to engage in conversation. Maybe he was having a bad day? He seemed standoffish and I got a feeling he just wanted us out of the front office as quickly as possible. Another con (qwirk?) is that the tv just randomly turned on by itself at 4:00 a.m. multiple times. We had to unplug it so we could sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

kumiko, arlington

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manish

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glendese

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and comfortable. Front desk guy was efficient and friendly. Room was clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute clean and roomy room. Loved having 2 sinks, one in the bathroom and one outside the bathroom door.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Bryan, Aston Clinton

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was good, although nothing special. The room was clean and tidy, with a soft & uncomfortable bed. I would be unlikely to return
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

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

6/10 Okay

Keena

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
As previous reviews mentioned, staff was not friendly. The property needed some upkeep. Area around property poor town. The room was not clean: power in sink. The A/C made a noise while running. The sheets were polyester. The smell of cleaning supplies. Some of these things are personal preference. I was deeply disappointed in the 'wonderful" I was expecting.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Rooms were clean, outside needs attention. Staff not friendly at all.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

PREMSUMAN

Good for the location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

martha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a unique lodge near Mt Ranier. It is comfortable clean and quiet. The staff is friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marci

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lionel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025