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Cowlitz River Lodge

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, a quick walk to Backbone Lake Trail

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1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
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Located near Backbone Lake Trail, Cowlitz River Lodge offers a peaceful retreat with laundry facilities and free WiFi in public areas. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests, who also praise the location.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$261
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept

Room options

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

1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets

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

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave-Top Floor No Pets

1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, ADA, Dog Friendly-Ground Floor

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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Dog Friendly-Ground Floor

1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave-Top Floor No Pets

1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Executive Studio Suite, Multiple Beds-Ground Floor No Pets

Executive Studio Suite, Multiple Beds-Ground Floor No Pets

Executive Studio Suite, Multiple Beds-Ground Floor No Pets

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds
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About the area

Map
13069 US HWY 12, P.O. BOX 488, Packwood, WA, 98361

What's nearby

  • White Pass Sports Hut - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Backbone Lake Trail - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Packwood Lake Trailhead - 17 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Mount Rainier National Park - 17 min drive - 20.7 km
  • White Pass Ski Area - 33 min drive - 39.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Cowlitz River Lodge

Hotel near Backbone Lake Trail
Located close to White Pass Sports Hut, Cowlitz River Lodge provides laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Smoke-free property, a gift shop and a computer station
  • A vending machine
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at Cowlitz River Lodge include comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Mini fridges and microwaves
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

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 lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoke-free property

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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cowlitz River Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

As of 23 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cowlitz River Lodge on 2 Sept 2025 start from NZ$260.66, 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.

How much is parking at Cowlitz River Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cowlitz River Lodge?

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

What time is check-out at Cowlitz River Lodge?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cowlitz River Lodge located?

Situated in Packwood, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Backbone Lake Trail and White Pass Sports Hut. Mount Rainier National Park and Grove of the Patriarchs Loop are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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Cowlitz River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 582 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 292 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1005 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The location is convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

PAMELA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the 4 queen bed suite. Perfect for a family!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

SATHYA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
small town , beautiful location, very good hotel room, restaurant choices are less but we were happy with the places we tried
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Large room, pet friendly, clean, two sinks is always handy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Basic property that served its purpose of a quick overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Amenities
Location is great. The grounds around the facility could be upkept better.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
15 minutes from breathtaking views of Mt. Ranier
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Very nice room-updated recently (except shower faucet which was hard to turn on) beds were comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stop
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Super convenient to Mt Rainier. Restaurants are within walking distance. Room was spaciois.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

PREMSUMAN

Good for the location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sreeja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and easy access.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The walls are thin! We had a neighbor who kept the television on all night. Great place for our dog—big field surrounds the hotel. Also saw a herd of moose grazing in the morning. Good proximity to Mt. Rainier park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pawel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This lodge is in the perfect location to access Mt Rainier National Park from both the West and East entrances. The lodge is family owned and run, and the owners were very welcoming! The decorations are adorable and very fitting for the area. It is very quiet and peaceful. We will stay again the next time we are visiting Rainier.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No food options at the hotel. Options in town are slightly limited. Beds and rooms were better than anticipated. Front desk assistance was rather surly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

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

6/10 Okay

doreen

Liked: Staff & service
Room was clean. Staff not too friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Just outside the park. Rooms were clean and quiet. It’s a bit dated but very clean. Saw a large herd of elk across the street. Dining choices in town a bit limited.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
On ground level, the noise of people upstairs was prominent-- walking across floor, showering, etc.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

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

4/10 Poor

JUN

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
There was hair found on the bed sheet. We told the receptionist. The receptionist grabbed a clean set from the laundry room. We took it to the room and changed the bedding. There was no other concerns other than that
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Magdalena

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean but not very welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

martha

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

4/10 Poor

Judy

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very unfriendly, room was very noisy, heard our neighbors squeaky door. We did feel the room was clean but we had a hard time sleeping and staff was not friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025