13069 US HWY 12, P.O. BOX 488, Packwood, WA, 98361
What's nearby
Backbone Lake Trail - 5 min walk
White Pass Sports Hut - 5 min walk
Mount Rainier National Park - 15 min drive
Packwood Lake Trailhead - 18 min drive
White Pass Ski Area - 26 min drive
Getting around
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 141 min drive
Restaurants
Packwood Brewing Co. - 9 min walk
Blue Spruce Saloon & Grill - 5 min walk
Cruisers Pizza - 5 min walk
Cliff Droppers - 10 min walk
White Pass Taqueria - 5 min drive
About this property
Cowlitz River Lodge
Cowlitz River Lodge puts you within a 15-minute drive of Mount Rainier National Park. Free self-parking is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails, mountain biking and cross-country skiing. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and location.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
32 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Parking
Free uncovered on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rafting nearby
Downhill skiing nearby
Fishing nearby
Working away
Computer station
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Hardwood flooring in room
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower/bath combination
Towels
Stay connected
WiFi
Food and drink
Mini fridge
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per day
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Cowlitz River Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Cowlitz River Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Cowlitz River Lodge?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Cowlitz River Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Cowlitz River Lodge?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Cowlitz River Lodge and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation such as cross-country skiing and return when the snow melts for fishing and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes birdwatching.
What's the area around Cowlitz River Lodge like?
Cowlitz River Lodge is a short 5-minute walk from White Pass Sports Hut and 11 minutes' walk from Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Travellers say that the hotel is in a great location.
Cowlitz River Lodge Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
4/10 Fair
2 Jan 2025
Gets basics right on facility, not on service
Knew going in that the place would be basic. The main selling point is as a gateway to the ski area. So not disappointed with the facility. The person at the reception though was a study in the kind of personality who should not be interacting with guests. Rude, no knowledge/ not inclined to help with basic local information, dismissive of requests and not even bothered with a sorry when he knocked our door late night and woke us up when he actually had to talk to the folks in the neighboring room. Killed the experience.
Verified traveller
2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 Oct 2024
Verified traveller
1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
23 Oct 2024
Jacqueline
Jacqueline, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 Oct 2024
Overnight stay while hiking in Rainier. Convenient access to Stevens Pass. Room was clean with a large fridge, microwave, coffee maker, and comfortable bed. Cute lobby with tea and coffee during open hours.
Ila
Ila, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 Oct 2024
Wyn
Wyn, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 Oct 2024
Marcy
Marcy, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
12 Oct 2024
Great location for Mount Rainier NP. Local shop nearby but not much else. Rooms were really good, big and clean, and the air conditioning was good. Only had 1 dryer and 2 washing machines which was not enough for such a big property. The laundry room could have done with a bit of a clean.
Jacques
Jacques, 2-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good
3 Oct 2024
quick stop before adventuring up st. helens. thisnplace did the trick.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
3 Oct 2024
Jeff
Jeff, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
2 Oct 2024
Rosemarie
Rosemarie, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
1 Oct 2024
The stay was OK. Lobby and front desk were not inviting and the room was a bit dated. Price was high for what you got. Felt safe and the elk that showed up in the evening and morning were the best part!
Erin
Erin, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
1 Oct 2024
The property was nice, but the older man who checked me in was so grumpy
Terry
Terry, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good
30 Sept 2024
Not so great at the Cowlitz River Lodge
The room was nice and clean but it was not even close to the Cowlitz River.
The staff was not friendly nor helpful - both at check-in and check-out.
Will probably not ever stay at this hotel again.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
28 Sept 2024
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3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
27 Sept 2024
It was a little older. Needs some minor touch ups. Air conditioner was way too loud. Difficult to sleep when it was running and had to have it running as it was too warm without it.
Robert
Robert, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 Sept 2024
Very nice
Doris
Doris, 2-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good
24 Sept 2024
Excellent location. Short on amenities. Nice TV and good wifi.
Anthony
Anthony, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
24 Sept 2024
Go enjoy the park then check in.
Very nice place but they are super strict about check in and shorthanded so don't expect to get in early or even right at 3:00. They no longer offer any kind of breakfast. Strange metal bedskirt that klanked every time you sat down or moved. Nice to have AC.
Verified traveller
1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
23 Sept 2024
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 Sept 2024
Comfortable stay !!
Valmik
Valmik, 3-night trip with friends
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6/10 Good
20 Sept 2024
Milly
Milly, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
19 Sept 2024
Everything was great except for the dining options. It was a small town with few places to eat. Also the TV reception was awful. We couldn’t watch anything without constant interruptions or complete loss of service.
Kathleen
Kathleen, 2-night romance trip
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4/10 Fair
19 Sept 2024
The person in the reception was horrible.
Md Mezbah
Md Mezbah, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
18 Sept 2024
It is clean and good locations from the national park, with a bit dated furnishing.