Red Lodge is a quaint, historic mountain town nestled against the Beartooth Mountains, Montana’s highest mountain peaks. It serves as a gateway to Yellowstone National Park via the scenic Beartooth Highway and is considered a base camp for exploring the Beartooths for world-class outdoor recreation.
You can also read our full Red Lodge town guide for things to do, local history, and seasonal events.
Quick Comparison
| Property | Type | Location | Best For | Price Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Pollard Hotel | Boutique hotel | Red Lodge (Downtown) | Couples, Business | $$ |
| Beartooth Hideaway Inn & Cabins | Inn/Cabins | Red Lodge | Families, Outdoor Adventurers | $$ |
| Yodeler Motel | Motel | Red Lodge | Budget, Travelers Passing Through | $$ |
| Alpine Lodge | Lodge | Red Lodge | Outdoor Adventurers, Families | $$ |
| Rock Creek Resort | Resort | Red Lodge (Nestled within Beartooth Mountains) | Outdoor Adventurers, Couples, Families | $$ |
| Quality Inn Red Lodge Gateway To Yellowstone | Chain Hotel | Red Lodge | Business, Families, Budget | $$ |
| Lupine Inn | Inn | Red Lodge | Budget, Travelers Passing Through | $$ |
Price ranges: $ = under $100/night · $$ = $100–$175 · $$$ = $175–$300 · $$$$ = $300+
Hotels & Motels
The Pollard Hotel is located in Red Lodge (Downtown) and is best suited for Couples, Business. Free WiFi. American cuisine restaurant. Free private parking. 9.4/10 rating Nightly rates typically fall in the $100–$175/night range. Check current rates on Expedia.
Beartooth Hideaway Inn & Cabins is located in Red Lodge and is best suited for Families, Outdoor Adventurers. Indoor pool. Free WiFi. TV, desk, and air conditioning in rooms. 8.3/10 rating Nightly rates typically fall in the $100–$175/night range. Check current rates on Expedia.
Yodeler Motel is located in Red Lodge and is best suited for Budget, Travelers Passing Through. Free WiFi. Free private parking. 7.9/10 rating Nightly rates typically fall in the $100–$175/night range. Check current rates on Expedia.
Alpine Lodge is located in Red Lodge and is best suited for Outdoor Adventurers, Families. Shared lounge. Barbecue facilities. Terrace. Free WiFi. Free private parking. 9.3/10 rating Nightly rates typically fall in the $100–$175/night range. Check current rates on Expedia.
Rock Creek Resort is located in Red Lodge (Nestled within Beartooth Mountains) and is best suited for Outdoor Adventurers, Couples, Families. Indoor pool. Panoramic mountain views. 9.7/10 rating Nightly rates typically fall in the $100–$175/night range. Check current rates on Expedia.
Quality Inn Red Lodge Gateway To Yellowstone is located in Red Lodge and is best suited for Business, Families, Budget. 100% nonsmoking. Conveniently located. 8.5/10 rating Nightly rates typically fall in the $100–$175/night range. Check current rates on Expedia.
Lupine Inn is located in Red Lodge and is best suited for Budget, Travelers Passing Through. Free Wi-Fi. Cable TV. Coffee-making facilities. Seating area. 6.8/10 rating Nightly rates typically fall in the $100–$175/night range. Check current rates on Expedia.
Bed & Breakfasts and Inns
Inn on the Beartooth B&B is situated in Red Lodge. Free WiFi. Free private parking. Private bathroom with shower and hairdryer. 9.4/10 rating Check availability on Expedia.
Cabins, Vacation Rentals & Ranches
Notable cabin rentals, glamping, and guest ranches near Red Lodge include Blue Sky Cabins (19 miles from Red Lodge), Rock Creek Retreat Creekside Cabin (less than 3 miles into town), and a 1400 Sqft Cabin (30 miles). For glamping, there's Glamping at Tucker Ranch (minutes from downtown Red Lodge). Guest ranches include Lazy E-L Ranch (near Red Lodge, nestled against the Absaroka-Beartooth Mountains) and Red Lodge Guest Ranch.
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What to Know Before You Book
Red Lodge experiences peak booking periods during the ski season (Thanksgiving to mid-April) and the warm season (mid-June to early September), especially in August. It is advisable to book accommodations well in advance for these times, as prices and availability can fluctuate seasonally. While parking at Red Lodge Mountain is free, visitors should be aware of potential parking regulations and fees within the city of Red Lodge itself.
Moving to Red Lodge? If you are visiting to scout a potential relocation, read our full Moving to Red Lodge Guide for a detailed breakdown of neighborhoods, housing costs, schools, and job market data. Explore all Montana towns or compare Red Lodge to other cities.
Also nearby: Billings · Livingston
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