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Dawson House Lodge

2.5 star property
Hotel in Chemult with free parking

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Travelers find a welcoming fireplace in the Dawson House Lodge lobby. The mountain property offers water sports equipment and ecotours for exploring the area. Free WiFi and express check-in/out services, along with helpful staff, make this an ideal base for adventure seekers.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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The Porter Loft | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

The Porter Loft

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds

The Trupp Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Caddis Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

The Caddis Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

The Jessup Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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The Cowboy Room | Living area | Flat-screen TV

The Cowboy Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Rose Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

The Rose Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Motel Queen | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel Queen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Motel Queen and Double | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel Queen and Double

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Motel Queen and Twin | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel Queen and Twin

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
109455 Hwy 97 North, Chemult, OR, 97731

What's nearby

  • Chemult Ranger Station - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Walt Haring Sno-Park - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Crater Lake National Park - 27 min drive - 29.3 miles
  • Willamette Pass Ski Area - 38 min drive - 40.0 miles
  • Crater Lake - 46 min drive - 44.4 miles

Getting around

  • Chemult Station - 2 min walk
  • Klamath Falls, OR (LMT-Klamath Falls Intl.) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Loree's Chalet Restaraunt & Lounge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ponderosa Public House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wheel Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Big Mountain Cafe - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Dawson House Lodge

Hotel in the mountains
Dawson House Lodge provides a fireplace in the lobby and more. Adventurous travelers may like the rowing/canoeing and ecotours at this hotel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Smoke-free premises and water sports equipment
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Dawson House Lodge include comforts such as air conditioning and separate dining areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Separate dining areas, refrigerators, 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 secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request

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Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per pet, per day, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 40
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 40 per pet, per day plus USD 40 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per stay

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Dawson House Lodge Chemult
Dawson House Chemult
Dawson House
Dawson House Lodge Hotel
Dawson House Lodge Chemult
Dawson House Lodge Hotel Chemult

Frequently asked questions

Is Dawson House Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 40 per pet, per day. A cleaning fee of USD 40 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dawson House Lodge?

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

What time is check-out at Dawson House Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Dawson House Lodge located?

Situated in the mountains, this hotel is within 32 mi (52 km) of Umpqua National Forest, Crater Lake National Park, and Diamond Lake. Chemult Station is only a 2-minute walk.

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Reviews

Dawson House Lodge Reviews

7.2

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

7.2

Location

7.6

Staff & service

6.0

Eco-friendliness

6.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 595 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 595 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 595 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 595 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 595 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for the price and close to Crater Lake National Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonali

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good service easy access to breakfast places and clean surrroundings
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint rooms. Friendly staff. All you need!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ewa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice,clean room,all necessary amenities.Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Basic stay. Not fancy but comfortable and a good location for Crater Lake visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Vaibhav Kanth

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Get what you pay for. The room is good and bed is comfy. But the bathroom has thick mold smell.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was OK, but the room was small, and being right on the highway, it was noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Molly

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The balcony was cute and the room decorations were cute but the bed was hard as a rock and the jacuzzi tub didn't work or drain when I took a shower.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Dawson is an older property that is fairly well maintained. The bed was comfortable, the room clean. Chemult was close to our destination, Crater Lake. The locals told us the place was haunted, but we didn't see any spirits!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

S. Dwight

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would not recommend at any price. Not our style of lodging.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

JANE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We had a good time. The room was accommodating and clean. It was a bit difficult to keep the curtain closed that led out to the back of the property
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

mark

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
fair
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Eliat

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very shabby. The staff person who admitted us in did not smile or make any effort to be friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Melanie

Liked: Staff & service

On the wY to Crater Lake

Visit Crater Lake, easy ti find. Right off highway. Old hotel with charater. Propritor helpful. Quant and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Willard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Chemult is a small town relatively close to Crater Lake. The property was clean and the room was spacious and had both a fridge and a microwave. The room had a balcony overlooking a highway. Coffee was offered for a period in the morning, but breakfast was on our own. It is located on US 97, which is a major truck route from Canada, so trucks went by frequently throughout the night, which were easily heard in the room. Dining in the town was very limited.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Could use a lot tlc
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay. Close to the entrance to Crater Lake. Near the food options in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Animesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
For the price, it felt like it could have been better. Maybe the location of this property being conveniently close to Crater Lake dictates the price. That said, the exterior looked rather unappealing and even a little unsafe. Still, once we got to our room, it turned out to be comfortable and cozy overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Theresa

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Update the place it’s old and dirty!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Mary

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Disliked: Amenities
This is a fun, old school motor lodge, the kind of place that was the standard roadside place to stay in mid-century America. You drive right up to your room, and the manager gives you a real key, not a card, to open the door. Does it have all the bells and whistles that a generic, boring… Days Inn have? Of course not, but it’s got SO much more character and charm! My wife and I stayed here on our way up to southern Oregon, and greatly enjoyed it. There is an old bar right next door, the Klondike Klub, which has been there forever, and it is filled with very welcoming regulars. The room was comfortable, clean, cute and cozy. The manager was very helpful and friendly. We’re glad we stayed here, and will do so for sure next time we find ourselves in the Lake Shasta area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Decent place in a pinch given how remote it is. + Right on the highway + Clean - Outdated appliances - Broken doorframe from being forced in at some point
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Merle

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nothing but noisy. Tractor-trailer trucks rumbling by your window, literally 10-15 ft. away All night. You will not sleep. You'll still be 50 minutes to Crater Lake. Wait until you can get a cabin at Crater Lake instead.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Cara

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
A little more run down than expected.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room had one of the worst beds I have ever slept on and I was in the Navy. It was an old mattress with squeaking springs. The room was clean but very dated.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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