Lochsa Lodge has a great location. But they advertise river-side dining. You can't see the river from the Lodge. The food is average at best with resort prices. The service is below average. The biggest problem is that they don't EVER have a dedicated beer tender in the bar. So, you will wait sometimes 15 min for a beer (the waitresses also run the bar). Since the nearest bar is 22 miles away (LoLo Hot Springs, but drive 30 miles to Jack's Saloon...which has EXCELLENT service) they have a monopoly. Not any night life in the bar, so be prepared. read more

Leaving SnowLodge at the end of the season entails a standard progression. A night in Gardiner. A night at Chico Hot Springs. A night in Bozeman. Then you hit the road for break. I usually drop the night in Gardiner for an extra night at Chico. Sorry, I would rather spend more time sitting in a hot pool than the gentrified Red's Blue Goose Saloon. Where is this going? The Lochsa was the first night out from the standard SnowLodge exiting procedure. We did some hanging out in Missoula before heading over Lolo Pass to drop in on Lochsa. The Lodge and it's wonderful cabins are tucked away in the Clearwater National Forest along the Wild and Scenic Lochsa River. We arrived after dark and saw the questionable parking lot was mostly ice. Made me wish I had my Bombardier R12, but steel cleats don't do so well on asphalt. Digression. Checked in at the pretty fancy looking main lodge for our cabin (I think all the accommodations are cabins?). Parked in the spot shoveled out for our cabin and walked the shoveled path to the cabin. Wonderful to see so much snow still around after what many called a light winter. The cabin was beautiful, very authentic with it's log walls and wood stove heating. The fire had already been started, so we just had to stoke it. Dinner in the main lodge was pretty good. I ordered the Lochsa Monster burger for dinner. A burger with ham, cheese, and fried pickles, but they messed up my order. No fried pickles. That was my whole reason for ordering that burger, oh well. It's just food. I don't remember what R got, but I do remember the fries! HAND CUT! AWESOME! A great spot. I would love to stay there again. In the winter, for some skiing on Lolo. In the summer, for hanging out on the Lochsa River. read more

Well I made a reservation for 1 night and cancelled it due change in plans a few hours later. The reservation was almost two weeks out yet I was charged $164 for the first night (a 1 night reservation!). I was told the policy stated on the web site was one month in advance to cancel. I was made the reservation by phone and do not recall this being told to me. Called back and no help. These guys are crooks- beware! read more

Amazing food! love the atmosphere and super great service! It can be very busy here, with children and dogs running around...but it is so beautiful and worth the drive! I've had a burger each time and OMG the best! Great place to stop after a super long drive! read more

Everything from check-in to our departure was fantastic. It is a beautiful location with great employees. The food was delicious. We loved our cabin and our stay. We will definitely return. read more

We were camping at a nearby campground and accidentally got locked out of our camper for several hours. The staff of Lochsa Lodge and restaurant were absolutely SUPER while we waited to get the camper unlocked. All of the staff in both the grocery store and lodge were very helpful in resolving our problem. We strolled through the Lodge grounds several times - the cabins look really nice and cozy and the lodge is beautiful with plenty of space to spread out to eat indoors during this COVID time. There was seating outdoors on a big patio overlooking the river and the mountains. By the time the camper got unlocked, it was dark and we were hungry so we decided to eat in the restaurant. The service was prompt and very pleasant and our food and beer were delicious. I would love to come back and stay in the lodge at any time of year, I think it would be a delightful place to stay. read more

We came here as a part of a winter retreat. It could not have been better! Our cabin had a wood stove which we enjoyed getting to know, with a back up space heater on a remote when the stove burned down in the night. The staff were nice, but even better they appeared to enjoy their jobs and one another; clearly the owners set a great example and create a good working environment. The food was delicious, well-prepared, and the bar with wi-fi offered just enough connection to the outside world as to be safe. Within easy walks to longer trails, we didn't need to leave in order to break between sessions. read more

Lochsa Lodge - Lodge in winter- a wonderful space with really fabulous staff, solid food and a cozy fire pit out back. - Resorts Near Me - Lolo, Montana

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We were on our way back to Missoula from a road trip, when the snow started flying and the road was getting a bit gamey. Pulled into the Lodge, checked in, were the only guests! The staff was awesome, especially Kelly! It was as though we were having a reunion with long lost friends... Great company, fun conversations. The food was incredible. Best bison burgers ever (the guys in the kitchen know exactly how to broil buffalo meat... perfect!). Breakfast was wonderful, too. We stayed in a sweet little cabin heated by propane stove. Cozy. Will definitely return! Give the Lodge a try. So very worth the road time... read more

We were looking forward to staying at Locsha Lodge in July and understood their cancellation policy. However, the day before our stay, my husband fell and broke his shoulder. He was rushed to a hospital by ambulance and we ended up flying home to MI for surgery. At the hospital, I phoned Locsha Lodge and cancelled our reservation. The person at the desk was kind and said we would get a refund. Not so. There turned out to be no mercy and they charged us the $302.84 for two nights. There was no way I could have known we would have to cancel a week before. Accidents happen. Even after contacting them, I received a harsh note that we would get no refund. So, be careful about staying there. Compassion for unavoidable cancellation does not exist. Every other motel on our trip kindly refunded us, even though we were not in their time limit either. I will never book Locsha Lodge again. read more

Found this gem in the middle of nowhere! We saw a sign for gas and decided to fill up. As we were filling up, I made a new friend. A little gopher came right up to me and as I was taking a picture of it it stood up to touch my camera. HA so CUTE! Then we decided to get a bite to eat inside the lodge. I ordered the chicken salad. It came on a croissant which made it a little sweet. Delicious! The sandwich came with homecut fries, yummy! The service was a bit slow, with 3 servers which didn't make sense. Almost felt invisible. But we eventually got our food. Then our drinks afterwards. Anyways, it was worth the stop. The cabins look well maintained and the are was very clean. Highly recommend you go here! We will be back! read more

The staff in the Lochsa Lodge, especially Les, were incredibly helpful. I had just hit a deer on highway 12 and they did everything they could to alleviate the situation like letting me use the wifi and helping me check the car for any damage. read more

We had lunch on Tuesday on our way down the pass. One of our favorite spots. Food was excellent and our server, Jason, was very friendly. Our hostess, Sara, shared an interest in our travels and the four of us chatted back and forth. Would definitely recommend this beautiful lodge for your meal enjoyment. read more

I was only able to enjoy the restaurant portion of this lodge. However, it was a fantastic experience. After camping in the cold for two nights, it was so nice to sit in such a relaxed atmosphere with a warm fire and great service. The food was reasonably priced considering our location. I look forward to going back again! read more

After having driven 8 hours to get to the lodge, found the lady at the counter to be somewhat rude, which I did not appreciate. One of the draws for this location is that there was a restaurant on site, so we could eat, hike the area, go to the hot springs and have dinner at the end of the day. Instead we found that the restaurant was was only open on the weekends after having been told it was open when we were going to be there. There is not a fridge nor a microwave in the room, so that meant my family and I had to drive 1 hour each way into town twice a day to eat. ( They had snacks available and thought that counted as a meal) 4 hours of driving to eat!!!! Had we known that we would have simply stayed in lolo or Missoula, saved a hell of a lot of money and undoubtedly gotten better service. Ps the comforter on the bed was torn, a towel we received had a massive hole in it. And the leg on one the chairs in the room was falling off. Looks cute on the surface, but not worth it. Substandard service and accomodations. read more

I've been coming to the Lochsa Lodge for years! I'd only been in fall and spring and only with my girlfriends but this time I decided to bring my husband and kids (13 & 14). We had an amazing time and ate a LOT from the restaurant! We got rustic Cabin #7 and it was just what we needed. I've only ever stayed in the rustic cabins and knew what to expect: no running water in the rustic cabins, but a fully equipped bathroom/shower house is near!. I think the bad reviews on here are people not reading the website: this is a RUSTIC establishment! It is not touted as a luxury resort, so don't expect it! Here's what the draw is for me: Laid back atmosphere, good "lodge style" food, cute cabins and NO WIFI OR CELL SERVICE. That's why we go! Every night, the crew will light a fire for you at the firepit, there are log seats and adirondack chairs to sit on. You are welcome to bring hot dogs to roast, you can bring your own alcohol if you like. The crew at the Lochsa is great. Anyone reading this before going please note: LAID BACK. Don't leave a bad review because your expectations didn't fit the Lochsa Lodge. read more

We stayed at this place on a trip through Montana and Idaho and loved it. Staff are great, the huckleberry pancakes are huge and delicious, and the cabins are quaint and cozy with a wood burning fire. Would highly recommend! read more

I would rather review the cabins separately from the restaurant, but there is only one business listed in Yelp, so my review will be an average of 2-stars for the cabins and 4-stars for the restaurant. I think that's more than generous. We visited the restaurant twice on our overnight stay. Both times, the service was prompt and courteous and the food was delicious. We were given menus and waters immediately after choosing a table out on the deck. Our food came out of the kitchen in a reasonable amount of time, and was made exactly as we ordered it. The prices are a little high for what you get, but the burgers really are very good. We tried to check in to our cabin at 12:30 pm, and were told to come back in an hour, then came back at 1:45 after having lunch and were told, "check-in time is 3:00, no exceptions". So, we sat on a couch within view of the check-in desk and watched the jerk check in multiple people who didn't have reservations!!! We finally got our keys at 2:50 when I pointed out that we'd been waiting for over an hour and it was almost 3:00 anyway. The cabin was insanely overpriced considering that it has fewer amenities than a cheap hotel, and bikers are allowed to pitch a tent right outside your door (I kid you not). The bed was comfortable and the bathroom was new-ish and clean, but the floor in the bedroom was littered with dead bugs. There was NO closet or rod with hangers for clothes (just a coat hook on the wall), NO caddy for a suitcase, NO mini-fridge and microwave, and NO cable for the television (you can check out old DVD's in the lodge). We may stop by again to have a meal when we drive through, but I will look for other alternatives for lodging. read more

This place sucks.Their food sucks and the cabins are dumps.The restaurant is over priced.The cabins are really run down.

This place is incredible!!!! The staff is above and beyond welcoming. We stayed for a weekend get away and they made us feel like family. The kindness given ensures a return trip and highest recommendation! Thank You, we'll see you again. read more

Hey now, the owners of this place might be a little peeved seeing that Yelp lists their location in Lolo. They are definitely over the border into Idaho. GPS details aside, though, the Lochsa has grown to be one of my favorite little gems in the mountains. Situated just off Hwy 12, the Lodge at Lochsa is virtually the only stop on an east-west route between the Montana and Idaho border. It is host to an amazing mix of outdoorspeople. Case in point: our most recent visit brought us here on the evening of the third presidential debate of 2012. We were pleased to see it was playing in the bar already, and it was enlightening to hear the views of the barflys and break some of our own stereotypes. The facilities themselves offer a wide array of options so that, whatever your pleasure, you'll find a domicile to suit. There are rooms in the "lower" lodge (which was very recently renovated), the "upper" lodge (which is just newer construction), as well as cabins of various sizes. The price of the rooms in the old lodge is a complete steal at $78/night ($68/night in the off-season). These rooms are well-apportioned, with nice sitting areas as well as brand-new bathroom facilities. Rooms come with small TVs with DVD players, and there are movies available for check-out in the lobby. My only complaint about rooms in the lower lodge is that the walls are THIN. Hubby and I laughed ourselves silly at the person in the other room, who had a snoring issue like I'd never heard before. We truly couldn't escape it! A couple of years ago, we came to stay with two other families where each of us rented our own little cabin for the weekend. It was a really fun way to do things. The cabins were of various sizes, but the largest was big enough to easily hold our entire group (six adults and two kids) for brunch one day. The main common area is divided in to three spots: the bar (complete with pool table), the restaurant, and what I like to call, "the chill spot." The bar and restaurant offer pretty standard fare. Service is excellent and there's a nice selection of microbrews. The chill spot is situated around a fireplace, with ample river views, comfy couches, books (in case you didn't bring your own), and board games. There is also free wi-fi in the common area so, if you must, email and such are available to check. The thing is, the best part about the Lodge isn't the Lodge itself--it's everything outside of it. While you're here, you're surrounded by national forest and all the fun stuff that comes with that location. In the winter, cross-country skiing is right outside your door and, in summer, you are in the perfect spot to launch a river trip, a multi-day hiking trip, etc. I can't wait to go back! read more

Had a chance to drink and eat here after a ski trip. The service was good and the food was indeed just what I needed after burning all of those calories. I think the variety and quality is most excellent given the remote location even if they are out of particular items because their delivery truck could not get there sometimes. I would recommend this place for sure. I plan on going back and perhaps renting a cabin. read more

We were on our family summer vacation to Yellowstone. Making a circle from Portland Oregon. Lochsa Lodge was a destination for our family because my husbands family has ties with the building of the first Lodge . We brought our kids to visit. We had the best time - rafting, board games and a little fishing. The lodge was rustic and lovely, all the employees were fantastic and the food was wonderful. We ran out of time and look forward to making a return trip when we can stay several days. read more

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Locha Lodge has great folks!! We rolled in with a broke wheel and the owner rolls up with a jack and starts helping out. Then the manager came, gave me a ride to town to get parts (while my wife and kids were fed!) and fed me when we got back. On top of it, they offered a room in a cabiin!! WHAT?! Incredibly amazing big-hearted people. The food was pretty damn good and the beer was cold. This all happened during the off season so I figure that had a little to do with it. Also, we wouldn't normally be there except to get gas at the pump they have next door, so GREAT impression from a perspective we wouldn't normally get :) read more

Nice place to have breakfast. Sausage was great. View was great.

My wife and I spent about 5 days at the Lodge in early October. We left a 5-star hotel in Salt Lake City but enjoyed the Lochsa Lodge more. We stayed in the Lewis & Clark Cabin and highly recommend it. Great access to the Lolo Motorway and the Lochsa River. Wonderful base to visit sites associated with the Lewis & Clark Expedition. read more

We were here for 6+ weeks fighting local fires. Good food all in all. Service could be touch and go but Kassadi, Chelsea and Jo were always excellent. Would def come back. read more

Lochsa Lodge has the only gas, including premium (Sinclair) and diesel on U.S. 12 between Kooskia, ID and Lolo, MT. There used to be regular gas available at Lowell, ID but as of this writing that station is closed with a for rent sign in the window. For some motorcyclists, the gas alone is a reason to stop here. They also have a restaurant and bar with good food and a selection of draft microbrews. I enjoyed the bacon burger with a side of soup. Quite good, though at $13.99 pricey for a burger. The lodge decor is log construction with a boatload of taxidermy representing many of the region's species. It has a nice deck and views. They play insipid mainstream Nashville C&W in the bar and dining room. They also have a small store with some necessities including beer and wine and snacks. I bought some insect repellent there as the skeeters and biting flies had been having their way with me the night before downriver. It's not nearly so buggy at the Lodge's elevation. A friendly and welcoming place for the itinerant biker, camper, or fly fisher. read more

I stopped at Lochsa Lodge to use their wifi and get a bite to eat. I ordered the mediterranean salad with blackened salmon and it was deeelicious! The salmon was moist and not overcooked and the lemon thyme dill dressing I chose to go with it was also yummy. The setting is beautiful and they have a deck that looks over the woods. I will make this a regular stop whenever I'm on Hwy 12! read more

Fantastic rustic lodge and restaurant near Lolo Pass. A true find for the adventurist! A wilderness oasis not to be missed.

The staff here is everything you want--courteous, helpful, and friendly. And you won't go away hungry. Their portions are far from skimpy. Our cabin room was beautiful. We loved it. We'll be back. read more

We were traveling thru the Lolo pass area after spending a week on the Columbia River. Came across the Lodge by reccommendation from a fellow traveler. Had an enjoyable two hour lunch on the deck. The Sangria was wonderful...food was excellent, waitress' was glad you were there. One of the most peaceful settings around. I would go back anytime. read more

We usually stop by here for dinner every couple months on the way to see our children in missoula, but recently I have to say they have gone downhill (last few trips). Service hasn't been very good, and food quality is not what it once was, they even removed a couple of my favorite items! I think from here on out we will be stopping in lowell or wait till missoula to eat as we thought maybe they just couldn't find good help way out there but after this long we have given up. overall I would recommend passing this one up, there are many fine restaurants in missoula. read more