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Cowlitz River Lodge

Property class: 2.5
Hotel near Backbone Lake Trail in Packwood

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A cozy interior with a stone fireplace, leather furniture, and a view of the outdoors.
A lodge with a prominent entrance, stone pillars, and a sign reading "Coulitz River Lodge".
A living room with wooden floors, a television, a fireplace, and mounted deer skulls on the wall.
A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a fireplace, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a fireplace, leather seating, and a coffee table.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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13069 US HWY 12, P.O. BOX 488, Packwood, WA, 98361
  • Place, Backbone Lake Trail
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, White Pass Sports Hut
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Gifford Pinchot National Forest
    ‪15 min walk‬

Room options

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a window with curtains, and a lamp.

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a window with curtains, and a lamp.

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

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, a microwave, and a window with curtains.

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, a microwave, and a window with curtains.

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a TV, and a fireplace.

Executive Studio Suite, Multiple Beds-Ground Floor No Pets

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a window with curtains, and a lamp.

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

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, a microwave, and a window with curtains.

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

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 is within 16 miles (25 km).

What's nearby

  • Backbone Lake Trail - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • White Pass Sports Hut - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Gifford Pinchot National Forest - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Mount Rainier National Park - 15 min drive - 20.7 km
  • White Pass Ski Area - 29 min drive - 39.8 km

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
  • ‪Santo Milagro - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪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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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

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cowlitz River Lodge on Oct 19, 2026 start from CA $211, 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. 536 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 305 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1003 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay. Nothing fancy but good value. Nice to see Elk all around the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s good clean place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, great place to stay in the area. Well kept motel/lodge. Clean and a great little beverage/snack room. My son loved the popcorn.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location to use to visit Mt Rainier. Beautiful area, not too expensive, clean, and maintained by friendly and helpful staff. The bed and bedding were extremely comfortable and the room had everything we needed. We had a great time here and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was awesome, room very clean & super comfy bed, great place to lay your head
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful 2 night stay at Cowlitz! The rooms were nice, clean and spacious. And the staff was wonderful and welcoming! Special mention for Aaron who was very friendly, helpful and immediately took care of any issues or questions we had! Will definitely return next time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the office was great!! Thank you for a good stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is great! Overall would recommend! Lovely town too! The beds were not comfy but that is always a personal thing. The AC was really noisy and startling when it kicked on.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This lodge has all the amenities! Staffs were super friendly and helping. Good location. Close (literally walking distance) to grocery and local eateries. Nice mountain view, around dusk a herd of deer went out of woods and ate grass in the front lawn =) The only minor issue I got was one of the beds apparently old and made squeaking noise. Generally speaking very satisfying stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Staff are kind and helpful. Room was clean, spacious and the AC worked very well. Bed was pretty comfortable for a hotel room bed. Shower was not great. The shower heads are terrible. Overall a great stay, would stay here in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room was so nice and the front desk attendant was great. We love staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff was helpful. I was under whelmed with the overall amenities. Could do more for the travelers, maybe water bottles in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was fantastic. The rooms were beautifully updated and the bed was the comfiest bed I’ve ever had staying in a hotel. The lobby has games for families and things for your kiddos to do. It’s close to the town for food and a IGA for snacks. They have food menus for guests in the lobby as well. The location is perfect for hiking and the park enterance to Mount Rainier. Everyone was super friendly and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, 20 min drive to white pass, cozy room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and a good size. Bed was comfortable. We had a small issue with TV, called front desk and they resolved immediately. Very helpful and friendly. Offered recommendations for local eats. Parking was right outside the door. As noted there is no elevator but we knew that. Would stay here again. Would have loved a hot tub on site or fire pit after a long day hiking that would have been perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was unfriendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean neat room with easy access to parking. Good place to stay when skiing White Pass.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
It was clean good location for it needs. Friendly prepared staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
No iron. Room phone didn’t work. Fuse blew when we used microwave. No breakfast offered even though advertised on Expedia. Staff said haven’t had breakfast for few years already.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a first class experience there....staff were friendly, personable and helpful; the facility was very clean and comfortable. We were hoping there might be a continental breakfast, or fresh fruit to nibble on, but that wasn't a deal breaker for us Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of Rainier down the street too
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025