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Stillwater Lodge

Stay at Stillwater Lodge Motel in Absarokee, MT with 4.4-star rating. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking, air conditioning, pet-friendly rooms, near Tippet Rise Art Center.

28 S Woodard Ave, Absarokee, MT 59001, United States View on map
8.8/10
Very Good Based on 46 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free parking Air-conditioned Pet-friendly Smoke-free
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable, family-run motel with a welcoming atmosphere

Reviewers highlight the friendly owners, clean and quaint rooms, and convenient downtown location. The lodge offers good value for visitors seeking a cozy, pet-friendly stay without extra amenities like breakfast or a pool.

Guests often praise

  • The warm, welcoming hospitality of the owners, especially Mark.
  • Clean, comfortable rooms with thoughtful western-style decor and useful amenities like a microwave, fridge, and coffee pot.
  • Pet-friendly policy that makes traveling with dogs easier.
  • Convenient downtown location close to dining and local attractions.
  • Good value and affordable pricing for the quality offered.

Worth knowing

  • No breakfast service or on-site fitness center available.
  • Limited accessibility features; the motel is not accessible.
  • No pool or airport shuttle services on site.
  • Rooms are small and designed for overnight or short stays rather than extended comfort.
  • Free Wi-Fi and parking are provided, but service options remain basic.

Best for

  • Travelers seeking a cozy, small-town atmosphere with personalized service.
  • Visitors wanting to explore local attractions like Tippet Rise Art Center and Itch-Kep-Pe Park.
  • Pet owners looking for a pet-friendly accommodation.
  • Guests who prefer family-owned motels over large chains.
  • Those planning short stays and looking for budget-friendly lodging in downtown Absarokee.
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About this property

Welcome to Stillwater Lodge

Stillwater Lodge is a modest motel located in downtown Absarokee, Montana, offering a blend of small-town charm and western-inspired decor. The property features clean, air-conditioned rooms equipped with practical amenities such as a microwave, fridge, and coffee pot, providing a comfortable stay for visitors who appreciate simplicity and functionality. The motel maintains a smoke-free environment and welcomes pets, making it suitable for travelers accompanied by their dogs.

The motel does not offer breakfast or shuttle services, but guests benefit from complimentary Wi-Fi and free parking, which add convenience for those arriving by car. Check-in is available from 3:00 PM, with a checkout time of 11:00 AM. Its location near local dining options and places of interest such as the Tippet Rise Art Center and Itch-Kep-Pe Park makes it a practical base for sightseeing and outdoor activities in the surrounding area.

Guest reviews highlight the warm hospitality of the owners, who are noted for their welcoming nature and local knowledge. Several guests have remarked positively on the homey atmosphere and affordability, while also appreciating the motel’s quiet and peaceful setting within a small community. The rooms are described as cozy and thoughtfully decorated, which adds personality to the stay despite the motel’s limited facilities.

This property generally appeals to visitors seeking a straightforward and budget-friendly accommodation option with a hometown feel. It fits well for travelers prioritizing location and a friendly atmosphere over extensive amenities. Those looking for more comprehensive services or accessible facilities might consider other accommodations, as Stillwater Lodge does not offer a fitness center, pool, or accessibility features.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Air-conditioned
Pet-friendly
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Breakfast
Accessible
Pool
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

RK
Richard Kale Mar 18, 2026
10

What a quaint little motel this is! The owners are both great folks and we chatted with Mark several times. Our room was decorated very nicely with a small town, western feel. The price was very affordable and we felt we got our money's worth. Christine and I were both very pleased with our stay and plan on coming back in the future.

DN
Don Nelson Mar 17, 2026
10

Last night, checked in late. Left this morning early, thus no review of “service.” Great cowboy kitch in the crowded little room - everything necessary for an overnight with some unexpected bonuses. My big dog was welcome and comfortable in her traveling dog bed. I come to this area pretty often and will certainly visit the Lodge again.

RF
Ron Fossen Mar 16, 2026
10

Located downtown close to dining and drinking. Rooms are quaint. Hometown feel. Mark was very welcoming.

WW
W Whitsett Feb 16, 2026
10

We have stayed here before and will stay here again if the occasion presents. These are clean, pleasant, comfortable rooms, and a great value. The owners, a couple, care very much for their guests. We always prefer family owned accommodations over hotel chains.

JF
Joshua Fordham Jan 17, 2026
10

Stillwater lodge is by far the most accommodating and welcoming place I’ve ever stayed at. Mark (the owner) felt like family. We grilled out most nights and swapped stories with Mark. He is a wealth of knowledge on the towns history and just an all around good guy. The rooms were comfortable and clean. 10/10

MB
Meg Brooks Jan 15, 2026
10

My husband and I stayed at the Stillwater Lodge and had an amazing time. The town is peaceful and Mark made us feel like family. You don’t find many places like this and can’t wait to go back!

SD
Shirley Derington Dec 26, 2025
8.0

We stayed at the Stillwater in downtown Absarokee in September of 2023 and had a very pleasant stay. And they do have TV in the rooms, in case you want to catch up on news and pass the time until going back out into that beautiful MT countryside during the day. Motel is right down town next to a little cafe with a good ham & eggs breakfast. So we would definitely recommend the Stillwater lodge ! Don & Shirley, Houston, TX

CMN
Charlotte M Nye Dec 24, 2025
10

I was so pleased with our rooms.. I loved how they were decorated and wish I could have stayed longer. You had the room stocked great.. it had the coffee pot, microwave, and fridge. Even a iorning board.. the little rubber ducky was cute too.. Thanks for making my visit for my granddaughters graduation a pleasant day

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Stillwater Lodge

Absarokee, Montana, USA

Based on sightseeing, recreation, and getting around

  • Billings-Logan International Airport 1 hr 5 Car
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Montana. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Itch-Kep-Pe Park 393 reviews

Itch-Kep-Pe Park

4 Hillside Rd, Columbus, MT 59019, United States

4.5 · Park
Tippet Rise Art Center 71 reviews

Tippet Rise Art Center

96 S Grove Creek Rd, Fishtail, MT 59028, United States

4.8 · Art Center
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