Come Cozy Up in Kalispell, Montana
Winter is one of Montana’s most magical seasons, with snow-covered landscapes, twinkling lights and plenty of ways to play outside. When it comes to choosing where to rest your head on your winter vacation, Kalispell has no shortage of hotels, lodges and places to stay, with each offerings its own way to cozy up in Montana’s winter wonderland.
To make your stay even cozier, consider a hotel with winter-friendly amenities, like a hot cocoa bar, an outdoor fire pit or indoor fireplace. After a day of enjoying as many winter activities as possible in our mountain town, chances are you may want to relax in a cozy setting. And if you’re ready to cozy up…well, you’ve come to the right place.
Below are Kalispell lodging properties that offer winter-loving elements to complement your stay.
SpringHill Suites: If you’re partial to an outdoor fire pit that allows you to watch the late afternoon alpenglow dance over snow-covered mountains, book a stay at SpringHill Suites. Located outside the hotel entrance, their outdoor fire pit includes a large seating area. Don’t forget to grab some huckleberry favorites from the lobby gift shop to snack on while enjoying the views.
Homewood Suites: Tucked into their spacious courtyard, the fire pit at Homewood Suites is ideal for roasting marshmallows for s’mores, and the hotel even has roasting sticks available. There are also outdoor barbeque grills where guests can cook a steak, burgers or hot dogs. All grills are first-come, first-serve.
Red Lion Hotel Kalispell: Located in the heart of downtown, Red Lion has a centrally located courtyard that includes a fire pit. Desk agents will light the fire for you; all you have to do is bring your favorite adult beverage.
Hilton Garden Inn Kalispell: Situated on the southern end of town, Hilton Garden Inn has a large welcoming lobby area with an indoor fireplace that creates an ideal setting for catching up with friends, enjoying a glass of wine or warming up after a day of adventure. Additional offerings include warm coffee (24 hours a day), a hot cocoa bar, board games, puzzles, a cozy reading nook and s’mores packets, as well as an outdoor fire pit.
Clark Farm Silos: Set on the outskirts of Kalispell, Clark Farm Silos has five cozy farm grain bins that are the perfect place to spend a winter weekend. Each silo has an outdoor firepit, with wood provided. Plus, the property provides snowshoes that are perfect for exploring the farm. Have your own cross-country skis? Bring them and ski right out your front door.
Hampton Inn Kalispell: A large stone fireplace (accompanied by a 9-foot-tall stuffed bear) anchors the lobby area, which includes comfortable seating and easy access to the rest of the hotel. It’s also a great place to enjoy a locally made brew from the Hampton Inn’s gift shop.
Kalispell Grand Hotel: With its recently renovated and inviting lobby, the Grand offers a front-row view of Main Street and downtown happenings. They also have a snack bar for guests, with hot chocolate, apple cider, afternoon cookies and popcorn.
Homewood Suites: Cozy up at the hotel’s indoor fireplace, with seating on either side. It’s a great location to relax with an early-morning coffee or to unwind and share stories of the day with your adventure partners.
Sherman Lodge: Located in downtown Kalispell, the shared living room area in Sherman Lodge has a built-in fireplace that adds warmth and ambiance to the historic building and is a great place for guests to connect.
Best Western Plus Flathead Lake Inn & Suites: A short drive to Flathead Lake, Best Western Plus Flathead Lake Inn & Suites has a comfortable and welcoming lobby, with sweeping views of the nearby mountains. It also includes an indoor fireplace, with cozy chairs to warm up after a morning snowshoe hike.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kalispell: Sitting in a welcoming corner in the hotel lobby, the fireplace is anchored by a floor-to-ceiling mantle and an expansive area that includes a large chandelier, a variety of seating and board games (including a giant Connect4). The Holiday Inn Express also has an outdoor fire pit that’s usable year-round, and has hot apple cider in its lobby, perfect for warming up after being outside.