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Cowlitz River Lodge

Yakima Valley - WA · United States

13069 U.s. Highway 12View location

8.6/10Excellent1,003 Reviews
Cleanliness9.0/109.0
Service8.6/108.6
Comfort9.0/109.0
Condition8.6/108.6
Neighborhood9.4/109.4
Amenities8.0/108.0
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About Cowlitz River Lodge

The Cowlitz River Lodge in Packwood offers comfortable accommodations with stunning mountain views, just 14 miles from White Pass Ski Area. Each room features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, air conditioning, a microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, private bathroom with a bath and hairdryer, and a seating area.

Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi and access to a shared lounge and garden. Activities such as skiing are available in and around Packwood. Yakima Air Terminal (McAllister Field) Airport is 53 miles away.

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Located in Packwood, Cowlitz River Lodge is a 5-minute walk from Backbone Lake Trail and 5 minutes by foot from White Pass Sports Hut. This hotel is 9.9 mi (15.9 km) from Mount Rainier National Park and 12.9 mi (20.8 km) from Grove of the Patriarchs.

Make yourself at home in one of the 32 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves. Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations are provided. Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a computer station, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 9:30 PM
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No elevators Professional property host/manager Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing Property does not require health documentation at check-in Pets allowed Only dogs are allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available Cashless transactions are available

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • 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.

  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Backbone Lake Trail 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
White Pass Sports Hut 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Gifford Pinchot National Forest 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Packwood Lake Trailhead 9.2 km / 5.7 mi
Glacier Lake Trailhead 13.6 km / 8.4 mi
Three Peaks Trailhead 13.8 km / 8.6 mi
Tatoosh South Trailhead 14.7 km / 9.1 mi
Mount Rainier National Park 15.9 km / 9.9 mi
Angry Mountain Trailhead 17.3 km / 10.8 mi
Ohanapecosh Visitor Center 18 km / 11.2 mi
Lily Basin Trailhead 20.3 km / 12.6 mi
Grove of the Patriarchs 20.8 km / 12.9 mi
Lily Basin Stock Trailhead 21.4 km / 13.3 mi
Clear Fork Trailhead 21.7 km / 13.5 mi
Soda Springs Trailhead 22.1 km / 13.7 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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  • Total number of rooms: 32
  • hotel
  • Car park
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Non-smoking establishment
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  • DOUBLE DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDSDOUBLE • DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDSDBL.2Q-DX

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  • STUDIO EXECUTIVE QUEEN BEDSTUDIO • EXECUTIVE QUEEN BEDSTU.EJ-QN

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  • DOUBLE Accesible DeluxeDOUBLE • Accesible DeluxeDBL.H6-DX

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  • QUADRUPLE DELUXEQUADRUPLE • DELUXEQUA.DX

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE KING BEDDOUBLE • DELUXE KING BEDDBL.DX-KG

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  • SUITE EXECUTIVE QUEEN BEDSUITE • EXECUTIVE QUEEN BEDSUI.EJ-QN

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  • Room DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDSRoom • DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDSROO.2Q-DX

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    Room code: ROO.2Q-DX

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Cowlitz River Lodge

8.6
Excellent
1,003 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.0 /10
Service
8.6 /10
Comfort
9.0 /10
Condition
8.6 /10
Neighborhood
9.4 /10
Amenities
8.0 /10
100 reviews shown
6/10
Pleasant
05 Aug 2026
Maryana
Staff was lovely.
10/10
Exceptional
04 Aug 2026
Gavin
room was clean, great spot
8/10
Excellent
04 Aug 2026
Tabitha
Cute cabinet feel. The room was clean and they offer coffee and teas. The ac and water is loud,
I just used ear plugs.
Could see elk from the window and walk to the restaurants in town.
10/10
Exceptional
03 Aug 2026
Suvam
The room was very clean and spacious. Lot of dining options within walking distance. Staff at reception was very polite and helpful. Recommended for families.
8/10
Excellent
02 Aug 2026
Jiranida
Very clean and spacious room for the area. Staff was friendly and helpful. Check-in was a breeze with no issue. The only issue we had is one of our bed was very squeaky - spring making noise every time we moved 😅
10/10
Exceptional
02 Aug 2026
Qilu
The room was clean and the staff was friendly.
4/10
Poor
27 Jul 2026
Charlie
First it’s not a lodge, it’s a motel with all rooms having an exterior entrance facing the highway. Our door had light coming in the door jamb. The bed was a mattress on a spring bed frame - I woke up each morning with a stiff back. The office has a room with coffee and the most extensive tea assortment I’ve ever seen. Unfortunately it was only open at 8:00 am. There was a coffee maker, microwave and refrigerator in the room. One ice maker for the entire lodge. I wouldn’t stay again.
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jul 2026
Kelsie
They were able to let me check in early, and helped me whenever I needed assistance.
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jul 2026
Sijia
Cute amenity and friendly staff!
4/10
Poor
24 Jul 2026
Pramod Narayan
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6/10
Pleasant
24 Jul 2026
Johnny
Check-in was easy but the person behind the desk was unfriendly (no smiles or greetings) and didn't seem like she wanted to be disturbed. The property and room was nice and clean. We booked the suite. It was a neat concept and clean, but the room felt like a converted common space with a bathroom to match. Check-out was also easy. Overall not a bad place to stay for a few nights in the area.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jul 2026
Marjorie
Clean room, comfy bed. Would recommend
8/10
Excellent
23 Jul 2026
Veena
We had a comfortable stay. The staff had turned the AC on before our arrival and it felt really good to walk in to a nice cold room on a hot day.
8/10
Excellent
22 Jul 2026
Yasuko
Good staff
Family
6/10
Pleasant
21 Jul 2026
Jennifer
Expedia listed property as having an evening reception and breakfast included,
Neither of those were avaliable. There also wasn't coffee avaliable until after 8am.
A keurig was avaliable in the room, but it was extremely dirty.
Also, no hair dryer was avaliable for use.
Beds were comfy, but few of the standard amenities were provided
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jul 2026
Mia
AC is rare in Packwood and this unit was brand new! The property looks to be newly renovated and the staff were great. Free coffee, tea, cider, hot chocolate, and popcorn. Lots of free games! Two sinks-- one in bathroom, one outside. Beds were comfy.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
20 Jul 2026
Michelle
Lodge was just like I expected. We had elk in the backyard of the lodge we could see from our window. The only problem we had was I was supposed to pay at the lodge but he already had run my credit card and for the guest room I reserved for friends. I wast happy about that at all.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jul 2026
Lidia
We had a great stay! The hotel was very clean, comfortable, and well maintained. We arrived late for check-in, and the hosts left clear, easy-to-follow instructions, which made the process completely stress-free. Everything was exactly as described, and we would definitely stay here again. Highly recommend!
Friends
6/10
Pleasant
19 Jul 2026
Carla
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.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jul 2026
Jesse
Good room , one bed was a lil sqeeky. Elk herd hanging out was a big plus with the kids
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jul 2026
Freyja
A great choice - large room, very friendly team on the front desk, cosy lounge space in the lobby. The popcorn and hot drinks is a nice addition. Resident elk outside your window, and in a cute town to grab food or a drink, also easy to travel to Mt Rainier. Would 100% stay again!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
18 Jul 2026
Jason
Had a very mountain feel to the room, no amenities that we used, breakfast included was advertised but not a current amenity
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
16 Jul 2026
john
Loved our stay. Nothing fancy but good value. Nice to see Elk all around the property.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
16 Jul 2026
shane
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.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jul 2026
Sharon
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.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
13 Jul 2026
Mary
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.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jul 2026
Anita
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!
Friends
8/10
Excellent
10 Jul 2026
Brittany
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.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
10 Jul 2026
Ming
Overall nice
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jul 2026
Caitlyn
Great and friendly staff
Self
4/10
Poor
06 Jul 2026
Derek
Staff was unfriendly.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jul 2026
Esther
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.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
30 Jun 2026
Richard
This might be the only option in town, and for that reason, this is a useful and decent sleeping place. There's no TV in the cramped room, but this wasn't an issue. My only complaint was that I could not control the air conditioning and it was hot in the room all night. The hallway was cool so I tried to sleep with the door open but this was not ideal. The \"down the hall\" bathrooms are well maintained and clean with plenty of private showers and toilets. It's like staying in a turn-of-the-century hotel, because it is! The owner is very friendly and provided a thorough explanation of things. The town is fun to explore, and I saw a small bear dart across the road and some nice trains ran through town.
Friends
8/10
Excellent
29 Jun 2026
Kevin
Check in staff was very good. Helped us by letting us know what was in the area. Helped with luggage. Laundry area was good also.
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jun 2026
George
Great stay
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jun 2026
Makena
The room was so clean and had everything we needed. The mattresses and pillows were SO comfy. Great location close to Rainier and the town is so cute and fun! I want to come back again already!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2026
Abigail
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!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jun 2026
Suzanne
The gentleman at the desk was very helpful and friendly!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jun 2026
Pratap
Staff was good. Room was clean. You can see Elk in the evening at the property
Family
8/10
Excellent
20 Jun 2026
Janelle
The property was at the base of Mt. Rainier and conveniently located and easy to find. They had recent management change and no longer offer breakfast. There are also no other early breakfast restaurants nearby. Loved that elk just wander through the area.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
20 Jun 2026
James
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.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jun 2026
Jennifer
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.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 May 2026
lance
The staff at the office was great!! Thank you for a good stay!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
17 May 2026
Robert
It’s good clean place to stay!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 May 2026
Colin
Good location near White Pass and Mt. Rainier (summer). Property is good, solid, clean. Located in Packwood, where some motel properties are a bit sketchy, this one is clean, solid and everything worked. I'd stay there again.
The only issue is that it is located in Packwood which has less than a handful of dining options. But that's not their fault.
Oh, in the morning, we saw a herd of elk from the back window just grazing away...cool!
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
04 Apr 2026
Debbie
Staff was awesome, room very clean & super comfy bed, great place to lay your head
8/10
Excellent
01 Mar 2026
Carl C.
It was clean good location for it needs. Friendly prepared staff
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
01 Mar 2026
terry
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!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Feb 2026
Sarah
Our room was so nice and the front desk attendant was great. We love staying here!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
21 Feb 2026
Kevin
Clean neat room with easy access to parking. Good place to stay when skiing White Pass.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Feb 2026
Yifei
Great location, 20 min drive to white pass, cozy room
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
17 Feb 2026
Heidi
Clean room with everything we needed for our stay. They really keep the property up inside and out.
Thanks.
Pet
4/10
Poor
07 Jan 2026
Michael
The dude at the front desk is just not friendly. Have stayed here 5+ times now and he’s always made me feel unwelcome.
The structure itself feels like it is not level and is sloping.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
06 Jan 2026
Wiley
Good location, nice room

Had issues with Direct TV
4/10
Poor
04 Jan 2026
Denise
The staff was reallty rude the rooms smelled gross
Leisure Family
2/10
Poor
03 Jan 2026
Emina
Room was dirty, alot of dog hair, everywhere dirty. Not going back ever, not worth the money.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
03 Jan 2026
Edina
Just cleanliness, dog hair all over room ror kids with allergies not good.
10/10
Exceptional
29 Dec 2025
Dustin
Best shower ever!
4/10
Poor
21 Dec 2025
Barbara
Room was clean and fine. Staff was grumpy and acted like you were a bother. Not tracking rooms-gave a second customer a key to a room already occupied by a member of my family-very unsafe. Stay away from Cowlitz River Lodge.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Nov 2025
Athena
Clean, a little older but very clean and so quiet. Elk eat on the grounds and there is a little hiking trail less then 5 minutes away
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
04 Nov 2025
Jennifer
The older man that answered the phone was really rude.
10/10
Exceptional
23 Oct 2025
James
The place was perfect. The only mistake was booking it through Hotels.com.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Oct 2025
Phil
Great place. Love the decor. And, the elk out the window! 😀
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Oct 2025
Jake
Great clean room for the night. Dog friendly rooms were a great plus! Staff were also very friendly. Would stay here again!
10/10
Exceptional
21 Oct 2025
Jennifer
Comfortable bed and clean room
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
17 Oct 2025
Janet
Clean room, safe and quiet, beautiful surroundings
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
16 Oct 2025
Catherine
Charming hotel with a pretty view. Elk were grazing during the day in front of the building. The rooms were cozy, the staff was welcoming, warm and helpful. The room was cozy , smallish and very comfortable. The lobby was appointed with popcorn, had tea and coffee.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Oct 2025
Patricia
Was able to check in early. Very accommodating
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Oct 2025
Theresa
Check in was so easy. Elk on the lawn was a bonus.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
12 Oct 2025
Carl
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Partner
6/10
Pleasant
11 Oct 2025
Dustin
Great location
Leisure Friends
6/10
Pleasant
10 Oct 2025
tom
Slow internet. Gentleman at front desk was short with answers. Location was not full the night before ( off season between summer and ski) but would not allow us to check in a little early. Wanted to get a hike in yet that afternoon but had food in car. Ended up going to a brewery.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
07 Oct 2025
Chad
Clean room with a comfortable bed and a shower with high water pressure!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
06 Oct 2025
Sherrie
Close to Mt. Rainer. Quaint place excellent room and bed was super comfy
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
06 Oct 2025
dennis
Good location to access Mt. Rainer. Room was clean, food and services nearby. Loved the wildlife roaming the grounds. Fat guy running the lobby was rude and unaccommodating. He ought to be fired.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
28 Sep 2025
Gary
The owner was grumpy not friendly they don’t have breakfast anymore the bed was not comfortable
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
25 Sep 2025
Jean
Needs to be updated. Gentleman at front desk was not friendly.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
25 Sep 2025
Michelle
Place was clean and conveniently located.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
23 Sep 2025
Maria
Enjoyed seeing the elk daily at this hotel. Limited dining options nearby, however. Charming little mountain town. Room was clean and the area felt very safe.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
21 Sep 2025
Cynthia

One night stay

Well the lodge is out the country side in packwood.
Beds are okay, room was dusty,open the curtains dust particles flying everywhere, my allergies started. I expect something a bit better.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
21 Sep 2025
Gui
Nice surroundings, walkable to store and restaurant
8/10
Excellent
19 Sep 2025
David
Clean room. No freezer in the fridge which is a negative.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Sep 2025
Charley or Linda
ADA room was nice. Lots of room in the room and bathroom for wheelchair. Parking was in front of room. Coffee pot was broken. room. Didn't like thcoffee
Leisure Pet
6/10
Pleasant
18 Sep 2025
Beth
Great location right at the bottom of Mt. Rainier. Easy to get around town. Great water pressure in the tub/shower. But the tub didn't drain well so kept having to shut water off to drain the tub. The new trend is no housekeeping unless you ask for it. Same here. The property around the hotel was dirty. No attempt by staff to clean up. We did have daily visits by elk, sometimes a few, once a whole lot. Fascinating to see them so up close.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
18 Sep 2025
Sharon
nice, well-appointed room, comfy bed, large screen tv

host was underwhelming
Leisure Pet
8/10
Excellent
17 Sep 2025
Dennis
Front desk woman didn't seem so friendly.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
16 Sep 2025
Sherry

Amazing!!!

Cowlitz River Lodge was a place of refuge for my son and I. It was clean and the beds were extremely comfortable. I love the fact that there was a sink with a mirror outside of the bathroom. The lobby was extremely helpful. It had cold water for our water bottles, tea and hot water. I even enjoyed a bag of popcorn my first night there. I would recommend the cowlitz River Lodge to anybody that is going up to Mount Rainier. The national park is only 10 to 15 minutes from there. The lodge is also near a gas station and market. There are also a couple restaurants that are open late if you need them after coming back from the national park.
Friends_and_family Family
2/10
Poor
16 Sep 2025
Trent
I didn’t like the extremely rude manager or owner. I didn’t like that they advertised breakfast but stopped serving food without notice. I didn’t like that he would lock the lobby in the morning so you couldn’t get coffee.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Sep 2025
rachel

Comfortable stay, no breakfast

Very comfortable rooms with easy access to Mt. Rainier. In the morning we drank our coffee while watching elk in the front grass of the hotel. Great pillows, comfortable bed. No breakfast is offered, there is morning coffee with coffee mate but no actual cream.
Friends_and_family Friends
6/10
Pleasant
10 Sep 2025
Yin Yin
Decent. Room is spacious.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Sep 2025
Jon
Beautiful view of Rainier down the street too
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
09 Sep 2025
Parul
Weird surroundings
Leisure Friends
6/10
Pleasant
09 Sep 2025
Karen

Ok place to stay

Coffee in lobby was run out at 830 am with no plans on making more. No breakfast provided. No elevators for handicapped hubby so she put us in a pet room on bottom floor and charged an additional 35.00, even though we didn't have a pet. Front door was dented and scratched, making us wonder if people break in often. On the bright side, bed was comfortable and room clean. We're not that picky but this was an ok hotel with no views and pictures on website make it look so much better than it really is.
Partner
4/10
Poor
08 Sep 2025
Alan
We rented several rooms on 3 different dates this summer. All three times we had issues. The office is Very disorganized! Even double charging for one of the rooms. I would look for other options first.
10/10
Exceptional
08 Sep 2025
Terry
Place was nice but starting to age a bit. The guy behind the counter did not speak much at all and wasn’t very welcoming. Also he said nothing as I dropped the key off in the morning
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Sep 2025
David
The only reason why I’m doing this review is cause hotels.com keeps bugging me get your crap togetherhotels.com
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
01 Sep 2025
Juan
Very clean rooms.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Aug 2025
Michael
This place was great, people nice and convenient. Would recommend to anyone.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Aug 2025
Donald
Loved the lobby interior, also the popcorn machine and andes mints were a nice touch
Business_and_leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
29 Aug 2025
Dennis

Will do

Just okay. Not much in the area.
Friends_and_family Friends

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Cowlitz River Lodge
13069 U.s. Highway 12, Packwood, United States

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