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Izaak Walton Inn

3.5 star property
Family-friendly slopeside fun with a restaurant

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Exterior
Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, bed sheets
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Reviews
8.2

Very good

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290 Izaak Walton Inn Rd., Essex, MT, 59916
  • Popular LocationWalton Ranger Station2 min drive
  • Popular LocationSilver Staircase Falls10 min drive
  • Popular LocationGlacier National Park29 min drive
  • AirportKalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.)57 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

I have been visiting the Izaak Walton for most of my life and each time is special. Yes it might be an older building an...
Chris
Apr 5, 2023
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Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, bed sheets

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8.1/10 Very Good

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Highchair
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Essex

Located in Essex, Izaak Walton Inn is near a train station and in the mountains. South Shore Trailhead and North Shore Trailhead are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex and Walton Ranger Station. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, water tubing and rafting adventures can be found near the property.
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What's nearby

  • Walton Ranger Station - 2 min drive
  • Silver Staircase Falls - 10 min drive
  • Glacier National Park - 29 min drive
  • Apgar Visitor Center - 33 min drive
  • Hungry Horse Reservoir - 116 min drive

Getting around

  • Essex Station - 6 min walk
  • Glacier Park Intl. Airport (FCA) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • Izaak Walton Inn Restaurant - 1 min walk
  • Dining Car Restaurant - 1 min walk

About this property

Izaak Walton Inn

Historic family-friendly hotel in the mountains
A terrace, a garden, and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at Izaak Walton Inn. Skiers and snowboarders can spend time on the slopes at this hotel offering ski-in/ski-out access, downhill skiing, and cross-country skiing. For some rest and relaxation, visit the spa tub. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, The Dining Car, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy onsite activities like hiking/biking, ecotours, and snowshoeing. Guests can also expect to find laundry facilities, a fireplace in the lobby and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), free train station pick-up, and concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance, ATM/banking services, and a gift shop
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Highchairs and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Free train station pick-up shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available for a fee: USD 9.50 to 16 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Flagstop Bar
  • The Dining Car

Things to do

  • Cross-country skiing
  • Downhill skiing
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Mountain biking
  • Playground
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Sledding
  • Snow sports gear
  • Snowshoeing
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Highchair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Built in 1939
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 9.5–16 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Izaak Walton Inn Essex
Izaak Walton Inn
Izaak Walton Essex
Izaak Walton Hotel Essex
Izaak Walton Inn Hotel
Izaak Walton Inn Essex
Izaak Walton Inn Hotel Essex

Frequently asked questions

Is Izaak Walton Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Izaak Walton Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Izaak Walton Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Izaak Walton Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Izaak Walton Inn located?

This family-friendly Essex hotel is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex and Walton Ranger Station. Silver Staircase Falls is 8.7 mi (14 km) away. Essex Station is 6 minutes by foot.

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 222 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 222 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 222 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 222 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 222 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have been visiting the Izaak Walton for most of my life and each time is special. Yes it might be an older building and have occasional problems related to age but the inn is possibly the most unique in all of Montana. The staff are always top notch and professional and the location is amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

David, Great Falls

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming,quiet getaway excellent ski trails, restaurant is delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Christina

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Prices have climbed steadily in recent years. We love the Isaak walton! Hope we don't get priced out of being able to afford to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

2/10 Terrible

STEVE

The hotel doesn’t take Expedia so why did you tell Me I had reservations when I did not this is bad I will never use Expedia again. You need to fix this
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

4/10 Poor

Howard

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Almost had to beg for small bar of soap for sink. Sink was in bedroom not in bathroom. Bathroom had only a liquid soap dispenser in shower
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This inn is steeped in history and is like going back in time to the 1940's. The rooms are clean, the premises delightful and the staff accommodating and friendly. The only down side is that the location is at least 1/2 hour from any services. The restaurant on premises is very good, but really the only option unless you travel. Be sure to bring some snacks to your room to tide you over. The only complaint we have is that we got a corner room on the second floor directly over the exhaust for the restaurant where the room smelled like a grill for late afternoons and early evenings. While we really preferred to have a corner room and are glad we did, the smell was an issue until it cleared out with the windows open around 11pm. Still, overall, it was a very good experience and we'd certainly recommend the Isaak Walton Inn.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

A.Helene

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice restoration of vintage lodge but that means small room, no heat in the spring, no wall insulation, restaurant was way over priced for very poor quality food.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Barbara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Foldout bed was very uncomfortable but slept okay. Room with bed and foldout (futon) was bit crowded for a small room. Love ❤️ the deco and the lodge. May come back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location tucked into the mountains. Several trails nearby and the staff was very friendly. Great spot halfway between East and West Glacier.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

2/10 Terrible

Nancy

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tiny room. No a.c. or fan. Radiator very hot. No t.v. no wi-fi. Staff not welcoming. Had to drag all luggage up flight of stairs. Not "rustic" or historical. Like a boarding house
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alixandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was so beautiful! Our rooms were clean, the staff were so nice, the lodge was beautiful, and the food was fabulous. I loved it and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

John, PORT LUDLOW

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was very helpful. We were allowed extra time in our room to accommodate our train arrival and departure. Food was excellent. Spa temp was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

Darlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, SPOKANE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They allowed us to check in very early which was wonderful since the train dropped us off at 840am.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jon, Whitefish

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area great staff, unique and cozy getaway
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the homey feel and old artifacts. Great wall hangings. Staff was super friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Kathleen

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Jing Luen Allen, San Jose

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The historic inn is at a railroad yard with several modified train cars on the property as guest rooms. We stayed in the main building. The staff was friendly and helpful. The restaurant serves a full menu. Our room was simple and small which is common in that area. It did provide us a comfortable space for our stay. One negative thing was that we could smell food from the kitchen below. Overall, it’s worth considering if you’re visiting Glacier national park.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
This hotel includes a lodge, formerly housing for railroad workers, and outlying cabins, some of them converted rail cars. It is a charming place along the tracks with a playground, green lawn with chairs, and an appealing lobby and porches. Our room in the lodge, although small had been nicely restored and modernized. Unfortunately.,there were many problems. In September 2021, with Corona raging, no staff member wore a mask. Our room was uncomfortably warm the first night. The next night, we discovered that: the radiator, set for off, had nevertheless come on. The front desk was frequently unstaffed, leaving guests waiting. The restaurant has a virtual monopoly in the area. and it shows. Prices are very high and food quality uneven. The first night, we made a reservation for outdoor seating. When we arrived, we were told that, due tof a large party. we would have to sit inside. After complaining, we were finally seated outside, where the space turned out to be more than ample. At breakfast I was told that the oatmeal I ordered from the menu was unavailable. How do you run out of oatmeal?! When I ordered the eggs with two biscuits from the menu, the order arrived with only one biscuit cut in half, and the server became huffy when I called the discrepancy to his attention. That evening, a half hour before closing, we ordered decaf coffee. The waitress said she would some, but then another staff member appeared and said that only regular coffee was available--how cheap!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021