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Packwood Inn

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, steps from Backbone Lake Trail

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Packwood Inn offers a comfy base near Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Enjoy the firepit after hiking. Features include WiFi, outdoor furniture, BBQ grills, and luggage storage. Staff consistently earn positive reviews.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe or closet
Air conditioning
Dining table
Private bathroom
Microwave
Mini-fridge
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe or closet
Air conditioning
Dining table
Private bathroom
Microwave
Mini-fridge
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe or closet
Air conditioning
Dining table
Private bathroom
Microwave
Mini-fridge
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe or closet
Air conditioning
Dining table
Private bathroom
Microwave
Mini-fridge
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
13032 US Highway 12, Packwood, WA, 98361

What's nearby

  • White Pass Sports Hut - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Backbone Lake Trail - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mount Rainier National Park - 14 min drive - 13.3 miles
  • Packwood Lake Trailhead - 17 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Glacier Lake Trailhead - 21 min drive - 8.5 miles

Getting around

  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 141 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Packwood Brewing Co. - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cliff Droppers - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Mountain Goat - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cruiser's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Blue Spruce Saloon - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Packwood Inn

Motel near Gifford Pinchot National Forest
Located close to Backbone Lake Trail, Packwood Inn provides laundry facilities and a fireplace in the lobby. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Packwood Inn boast perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and dining tables. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of USD 25.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 25.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Packwood Inn
Packwood Inn Motel
Packwood Inn Packwood
Packwood Inn Motel Packwood

Frequently asked questions

Is Packwood Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 25.00 per stay and a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Packwood Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Packwood Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Packwood Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Packwood Inn located?

Situated in Packwood, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Backbone Lake Trail and Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Mount Rainier National Park is 10.1 mi (16.2 km) away.

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Packwood Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 175 out of 510 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 167 out of 510 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 510 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 510 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 510 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Evette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this place, it was perfect and the staff are very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

jerome

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Got there late excelent service,got rest from long drve.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ying

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the Rainer national park
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was nice for a little one night stay! The staff were very friendly and accommodating. They also did our laundry for us which was so kind! Really appreciate that as a PCT hiker. Would recommend for anyone stopping in Packwood for a nero or zero!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Freddy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place i have stayed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
easy access to Mt Rainier NP, restaurants close, comfortable room and beds
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Tyler

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The first room they put us in had not been cleaned since the previous guest had stayed in it. Then the room they switched us to did not have a T.V. in it after we had payed more for a room with a T.V.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Tia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Older property. No hairdryer. Frig was loud and so was other people in adjoining rooms. Maybe needs better soundproofing?
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place with easy access to food, coffee, grocery, and a quick drive to Mt. Rainier.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

sudhin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
We stayed here for two days. The property is a bit dated, and you get what you pay for — we booked last minute when few other options were available. That said, the staff were very helpful and friendly, which made the stay more comfortable. The surrounding area has some overgrown vegetation, but the location is a plus — close to the city center and near a few dining spots, though options are somewhat limited.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

RALPH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
2 couples traveling together . Had 2 rooms, one room had extremely short stool and vanity. The knob for our shower keep coming off and the shower head has been replaced and not painted around. The beds were comfortable and a good pizza place next door
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff is nice but ac is woefully inadequate no pool no tv that didnt bother me personally just sharing. Bed and shower ok. The neiboring pizza place also does good burger and breakfast. I dont want to be overly negative cuz it was ok for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sheila Mae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had a great stay at Packwood Inn and really loved the location—it’s conveniently close to a grocery store. Our room had 2 queen beds and a kitchen, which was perfect for our trip. Having the kitchen was a huge plus since we were able to cook our own meals and prep food for our hike to Mount Rainier. The only downsides were that the kitchen faucet water pressure was quite weak and the washroom had a bit of a strange smell. Other than that, everything else worked well for us. Overall, I’d recommend this place if you’re looking for a budget-friendly stay with the bonus of having a kitchen, especially if you’re planning a hiking trip to Mount Rainier.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Completely adequate; nice staff

The Packwood Inn was completely adequate for our purposes which was mainly a hot shower, soft clean bed, and our dog welcome. Room 18's shower faucet needs some help. We were warned the TV didn't work which suits us. Though fully occupied it was quiet. Special treat; Elk came to visit the back lot.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Sara

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lady that check to see she was very very, very nice. I really liked her, but she had not used any deodorant and she had the O.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Frederick W

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Can’t recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ryan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed here the night before a race, and having a pizza place next door is a huge bonus. The room was lack luster, the small tv didnt work, and there was a little drip from the bathroom sink. The grounds look a little unkept. Not terrible experience, but also do not think it was worth what i paid.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jackson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was happy with my stay. The property is older but the bed was very comfortable and the room was clean. Check in was quick and easy. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly & Helpful Staff

This is a great place to stay with easy access to hiking trails in the area. Friendly and helpful staff. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cute little motel

Stoped here on our way to the coast. Perfect pit stop, rooms are a little dated but very comfortable! Could walk to the grocery store, and dinner! Was a great stop on our trip.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice service and great base for Mt. Rainier hiking. It is dated but nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sumaiya Sarker

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Great location and close to Mt Rainier. Not a fancy hotel by any means - you get what you pay for. But the pool was nice, the room was clean, and the bathroom was clean. Would definitely stay here again if in the area and wanting a nice stay that's easier on the wallet than other local hotels.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect spot for a one night stay in Packwood. The room was very clean had all the basic necessities.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

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