"Stayed here for 2 nights in July with family.
Positives: Gorgeous setting. Swiss-like esthetics. Loved that you could walk to the trails and not worry about finding parking before beginning our hike(s). Ate at the lounge restaurant and it was very good. Also thrilled to have a coffee shop, snack shop available. If able to, go to dinner one night at the Swiftcurrent Motor Inn restaurant (just a couple minutes away driving) then walk down to Fishcap Lake (nicknamed Moose Lake). It’s about a 5-10 min easy walk. We visited this lake 3 times and saw moose 2 of those times. When visiting after dinner around 7, it was like the animals were paid actors. Deer all around, birds, beaver swimming, and a huge, bull moose. One of the highlights of the trip!
Negatives: a small hike is necessary to get to the parking lot. There is not dedicated guest parking, so during the day the lot fills fast due to others not staying at Many Glacier wanting to use the easily accessible trails. During the day, it is hard to find parking. It was not a problem when we left for dinner and returned in the evening.
Our room had a balcony but the bench and floorboards were covered in bird poop so not really usable. Shower was tiny and room definitely was warm for sleeping with no AC (but expected—it is July at a national park lodge, afterall)"
Swiftcurrent Motor Inn and Cabins - Inside the Park
10/10 Excellent
"Clean, 2 beds, great for family. More updated than Rising Sun Motor Inn. Trailheads right next to it. Walking distance to the Grinnell Glacier Viewpoint trailhead."
When you save on your room price, you can enjoy more of what Babb has to offer. Top sights to visit include Glacier National Park.
What are motels like?
Motel properties often offer free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two storeys high, motels usually have exterior corridors overlooking the car park or an outdoor pool. The first motels popped up in the 1920s as convenient lodging for the tired traveller taking a road trip along the major roadways of America.
What are the best motels in Babb?
Here are some of our customers' favourite motels in the larger area. Hooks Hideaway Motel: If driving, you'll be within 26 minutes of Glacier National Park. Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi and free parking. Many Glacier Hotel - Inside the Park: Free parking, a snack bar/deli and a 24-hour front desk are available during your stay. Central Babb is 11 mi (17.6 km) away. Swiftcurrent Motor Inn and Cabins - Inside the Park: Enjoy access to the free parking and terrace, as well as room amenities such as heating. Located 11.7 mi (18.9 km) from the heart of Babb. Rising Sun Motor Inn and Cabins - Inside the Park: Central Babb is 12 mi (19.4 km) away. Free parking, a picnic area and a coffee shop are available during your stay.
What can I do in Babb?
People visiting Babb like its glaciers and parks. As you're sightseeing around the area, make sure that you enjoy all there is to see and do. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Glacier National Park, Duck Lake and Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Chief Mountain, Lower Saint Mary Lake and Goose Lake.
What's the seasonal weather like in Babb?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Babb to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 15°C, while the coldest months are February and December, with an average of -6°C. Average annual precipitation for Babb is 1031 mm.
What are my options for getting around Babb while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Babb to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Kalispell, MT (FCA-Glacier Park Intl.), which is located 53.4 mi (85.9 km) away from the heart of the city. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.