Crest Trail Lodge

Hotels
9 (687 reviews)
12729 US Highway 12 , Packwood , us
+1 360-494-4944

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Hiking
Fishing
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Cleanliness
Friendly staff
Location
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Check-in issues
Bathroom odor
Need for repairs

Categories

Cleanliness
9
Multiple mentions of cleanliness and positive sentiments about a very clean hotel.
Service
9
While there were some negative experiences, overall staff was described as friendly and helpful.
Location
9
Location praised for access to Mt. Rainier and being a good find.
Room Quality
9
Rooms were described as comfortable and even homely with minor complaints about being dated.
Amenities
9
Good mention of necessary amenities like microwave and fridge, but requires some updates.
Value for Money
9
General sentiment suggests a reasonable value, but some mention of being overpriced for certain conditions.
Food and Beverage
9
Mentioned limited dining choices, but popcorn treat seen as a nice addition.
Overall Experience
9
Overall positive experiences with families and individuals enjoying their stays despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 22:43

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located just 25 minutes’ drive from Whitepass Ski Resort, Crest Trail Lodge in Packwood, Washington offers a prime location for outdoor enthusiasts.

Comfortable Accommodations
Each room at Crest Trail Lodge features free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen cable TV, and coffee-making facilities. The air-conditioned rooms are simply furnished with subtle colored linens to ensure a comfortable stay.

Nearby Attractions
Explore the beauty of Mount Rainier National Park, located just 30 miles away from the lodge. For travelers, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is conveniently situated 100 miles away.

Experience comfort and convenience at Crest Trail Lodge - book your stay now!

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Managed by a private host
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SEA

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 687 reviews
Cleanliness: 9
Service: 9
Location: 9
Room Quality: 9
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 9
Food and Beverage: 9
Overall Experience: 9
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Shane • family_with_children • gb
8
Nice motel in town of Packwood, with access to Mount Ranier NP. Comfortable space and clean
Pros:

Nice motel in town of Packwood, with access to Mount Ranier NP. Comfortable space and clean. Good value for money

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Marek • family_with_children • us
10
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • couple • us
6
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Paul • extended_group • au
10
Pros:

Room was better than expected

Cons:

Comfortable beds

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Kathleena • extended_group • us
7
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Laura • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Padakandla Prashanth • solo_traveller • ca
8
Nice place to stay on the way to the mountains.
Pros:

Right on the way to the skyline trail loop.

Cons:

Staff weren't friendly, and price was on the higher side for what facilities were offered.

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Nicola • extended_group • gb
6
Satisfactory
Pros:

Location to Mount Rainier was good

Cons:

The hotel is dated and fairly basic. It appeared clean at first glance but would benefit from a deep clean. The sink was blocked and wouldn't drain properly. Overall it was satisfactory and served us for one night when visiting the park.

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Sheila • solo_traveller • us
5
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Jianfen • family_with_children • us
8
Comfy stay for one tiring day trip from Mount Rainier
Pros:

The lodge is close to Mount Rainier and very quiet

Cons:

The staff is not welcoming to guests.

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Noel • extended_group • us
6
Great location.
Pros:

Great location!

Cons:

Bathroom had mold on ceiling and floor. The shower curtains are hung too high to keep water in. You can hear other rooms clearly - the showers and footsteps. Overall it was a nice place to stay.

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Edit75 • couple • nl
7
Pros:

Very close to Mt Rainier, great location if you want to be on time at the peak of Paradise

Cons:

It is highly overpriced...

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Anantha • couple • us
7
Average stay
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Not clean bathroom. Dated but manageable for a quick night stay . Not a good value for the money you spent

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • us
6
2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Jessie • extended_group • us
7
Pros:

location and easy access.

Cons:

staff seems to be not every welcome. I can understand to work there all by herself. I heard lots of young people do not want to work there, thus there are very limited restaurants as they can not hire enough staff. Unlike Yosemite, the facility and staff are enough to cover the numbers of visitors daily.

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Ben • couple • gb
9
Great spot new Mt Rainier NP
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Connie • couple • us
8
Great stay but pricey for no added amenities
Pros:

Very clean and comfy beds

Cons:

Not enough hot water..no adequate hanger for robe

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Joshua • family_with_children • us
6
Ok for basic needs and only one night. Regretted not paying more to stay somewhere else.
Pros:

Not much

Cons:

It smells. Staff was not blatantly rude, but they weren’t that nice either. Staff sits outside the front door and smokes. No breakfast.

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Emily • extended_group • us
8
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Colleen • extended_group • us
5
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee