Visitors to Great Falls can find lodging concentrated in several key areas: downtown, offering proximity to historic sites and entertainment; near the Great Falls International Airport, providing convenience for travelers; and along the Missouri River, with easy access to the scenic River’s Edge Trail. Great Falls serves as a basecamp for outdoor adventures, including the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex, Freezeout Lake, and Glacier National Park.
You can also read our full Great Falls town guide for things to do, local history, and seasonal events.
Quick Comparison
| Property | Type | Location | Best For | Price Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best Western Plus Riverfront | chain hotel | On the Missouri River, immediate access to the River’s Edge Trail, quick access to downtown Great Falls. | outdoor adventurers, families, couples | $100–175 |
| Aisling Suites | motel | Downtown Great Falls, across from historic Brother Van House, near downtown shopping and dining district. | couples | $100–175 |
| Hotel Arvon | boutique hotel | Downtown Great Falls, 116 1st Ave S. | business, couples | $175–300 |
| Best Resting Motel | motel | East end of Great Falls, minutes from Malmstrom Air Force Base, Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center, and Giant Springs State Park. | outdoor adventurers | $100–175 |
| Hampton Inn | chain hotel | Great Falls, near Great Falls International Airport. | business | $100–175 |
| Heritage Inn | chain hotel | Great Falls, near shopping, dining, and the River’s Edge Trail. | outdoor adventurers, families | $175–300 |
| Hilton Garden Inn | chain hotel | Off I-15, next to Great Falls Marketplace mall. | business | $100–175 |
| Holiday Inn Express | chain hotel | West end of Great Falls, in Marketplace, near Great Falls International Airport, dining, shopping, and movie theater. | business, families | $100–175 |
| Holiday Inn Great Falls | chain hotel | Off main corridor of 10th Avenue South, quick access to River’s Edge Trail, shopping, and dining. | outdoor adventurers, families | $175–300 |
| Springhill Suites | chain hotel | Less than 5 miles from Great Falls International Airport, serves as a basecamp to the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex, Freezeout Lake, and Glacier National Park. | outdoor adventurers, business, families | $100–175 |
| Staybridge Suites | chain hotel | On the Missouri River, with access to scenic Rivers Edge Trail. | general travelers | $100–175 |
| The Gibson | boutique hotel | Downtown Great Falls, 621 Central Ave. | couples | $175–300 |
Price ranges: $ = under $100/night · $$ = $100–$175 · $$$ = $175–$300 · $$$$ = $300+
Hotels & Motels
Best Western Plus Riverfront is located in On the Missouri River, immediate access to the River’s Edge Trail, quick access to downtown Great Falls. and is best suited for outdoor adventurers, families, couples. Quality suites and rooms, breakfast, pool, outdoor patio, pet friendly. Nightly rates typically fall in the $100–175 range. Check current rates on Expedia.
Aisling Suites is located in Downtown Great Falls, across from historic Brother Van House, near downtown shopping and dining district. and is best suited for couples. Pet friendly. Nightly rates typically fall in the $100–175 range. Check current rates on Expedia.
Hotel Arvon is located in Downtown Great Falls, 116 1st Ave S. and is best suited for business, couples. 33 room hotel, contemporary Art Gallery, in-house Irish Pub, secure & covered parking, complimentary airport shuttle, on-site fitness center, guest laundry, air-conditioned, Wi-Fi, pet friendly. Nightly rates typically fall in the $175–300 range. Check current rates on Expedia.
Best Resting Motel is located in East end of Great Falls, minutes from Malmstrom Air Force Base, Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center, and Giant Springs State Park. and is best suited for outdoor adventurers. Two rooms, full kitchens, outdoor balcony, free wireless internet, expanded cable, free local and long distance calls, onsite laundry, free coffee bar, pet friendly. Nightly rates typically fall in the $100–175 range. Check current rates on Expedia.
Hampton Inn is located in Great Falls, near Great Falls International Airport. and is best suited for business. Spacious rooms, free WiFi, free hot breakfast, fitness center, free three-mile shuttle ride from Great Falls International Airport (GTF). Nightly rates typically fall in the $100–175 range. Check current rates on Expedia.
Heritage Inn is located in Great Falls, near shopping, dining, and the River’s Edge Trail. and is best suited for outdoor adventurers, families. Indoor pool, on-site sports bar and casino, pet friendly. Nightly rates typically fall in the $175–300 range. Check current rates on Expedia.
Hilton Garden Inn is located in Off I-15, next to Great Falls Marketplace mall. and is best suited for business. Free shuttles to Great Falls International Airport, free WiFi, on-site restaurant. Nightly rates typically fall in the $100–175 range. Check current rates on Expedia.
Holiday Inn Express is located in West end of Great Falls, in Marketplace, near Great Falls International Airport, dining, shopping, and movie theater. and is best suited for business, families. Well-appointed rooms and suites, indoor waterslide and pool. Nightly rates typically fall in the $100–175 range. Check current rates on Expedia.
Holiday Inn Great Falls is located in Off main corridor of 10th Avenue South, quick access to River’s Edge Trail, shopping, and dining. and is best suited for outdoor adventurers, families. Full-service, spacious rooms, on-site pool, sports bar, dining, pet friendly. Nightly rates typically fall in the $175–300 range. Check current rates on Expedia.
Springhill Suites is located in Less than 5 miles from Great Falls International Airport, serves as a basecamp to the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex, Freezeout Lake, and Glacier National Park. and is best suited for outdoor adventurers, business, families. Studios with a semi-divided living and sleep area, work space, pantry with microwave and mini-fridge, sofa sleeper, plush bedding, flat-screen TV, free WiFi, heated indoor pool, fitness center. Nightly rates typically fall in the $100–175 range. Check current rates on Expedia.
Staybridge Suites is located in On the Missouri River, with access to scenic Rivers Edge Trail. and is best suited for general travelers. Friendly staff, home-like decor, near Missouri River Federal Courthouse and Montana Expo Park, famous Front Brewing Company and Kobe’s Steakhouse, upscale extended-stay, ideal for business, relocation, and vacations. Nightly rates typically fall in the $100–175 range. Check current rates on Expedia.
The Gibson is located in Downtown Great Falls, 621 Central Ave. and is best suited for couples. Newly renovated, 44 rooms with King beds, fresh breakfast made to order, Ascend Collection property. Nightly rates typically fall in the $175–300 range. Check current rates on Expedia.
Bed & Breakfasts and Inns
Collins Mansion Bed & Breakfast-Catering is situated in Great Falls, MT. Historic mansion, catering services, elegant accommodations. Check availability on Expedia.
Murphy's House Bed & Breakfast is situated in Great Falls, MT. Cozy atmosphere, personalized service, homemade breakfast. Check availability on Expedia.
Old Oak Inn is situated in Great Falls, MT. Charming inn, comfortable rooms, convenient location. Check availability on Expedia.
Cabins, Vacation Rentals & Ranches
Near Great Falls, visitors can find various cabin rentals, glamping options, and guest ranches. Notable cabin rentals include those listed on Expedia, Orbitz, and Travelocity, with options like the 'Little Belt Getaway!' in Monarch, MT (approximately 45-49 miles away). For a more rustic experience, Great Falls KOA offers camping cabins within the city. Guest ranches in the vicinity include Sky Walker Dude Ranch, Sweetgrass Dude Ranch, and the luxury Ranches at Belt Creek (about 30 minutes from Great Falls). Blacktail Ranch, a historic guest ranch, is approximately one hour away. Glamping sites are also available through platforms like Hipcamp and Glampinghub.
For the full selection of vacation rentals, cabins, and unique stays near Great Falls, browse VRBO — the platform aggregates the widest inventory of privately-owned Montana properties with weekly and monthly discount options.
What to Know Before You Book
Peak booking periods in Great Falls are generally during the summer months (June-August), with July and August being the busiest due to warm temperatures and open attractions. Expect higher prices and crowds during this time, and it is strongly recommended to book 3-6 months in advance. Winter (December-March) is popular for snow sports. For more affordable options, consider visiting during the off-peak season, typically November to January, where hotel rates can be lower. In downtown Great Falls, metered parking is available, with hourly rates of $1.50 along Central Avenue and escalating fines for violations.
Moving to Great Falls? If you are visiting to scout a potential relocation, read our full Moving to Great Falls Guide for a detailed breakdown of neighborhoods, housing costs, schools, and job market data. Explore all Montana towns or compare Great Falls to other cities.
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