Hotels in Missoula, MT

A scenic destination with Rocky Mountain wilderness adventures and exciting city attractions, Missoula is famous for its stunning landscapes and being home to the University of Montana. Hit the slopes at Snowbowl, the premier skiing and snowboarding destination in the Lolo National Forest. The perfect place for mountain activities all year-round, Snowbowl is a winter paradise with 39 runs and a rustic lodge serving food and drinks. In the summer, the mountain is covered in green meadows and colorful aspens where hiking trails offer subliminal views of the city and valley below. No matter the season or reason for your visit, we have the best hotels in Missoula for you.  

The Missoula Art Museum features contemporary and regional art and collection dedicated to traditional, Native work as well as Montana modernism. Browse the six main galleries that also feature rotating artists meaning no two trips to the museum are the same. For aspiring scientists, The Montana Natural History Center’s Museum is a fascinating way to experience the flora, fauna, and natural history of the state. A hands-on microscope area, exciting touch tables, naturalist lab, and children’s discovery room offer something fun for all ages.  

You can relive history at the Historical Museum at Fort Missoula, a 32-acre park that showcases the rich history of western Montana. This historic park includes artifacts from early Fort history dating back to 1877, exhibits on the all African American 25th Infantry Bicycle Corps and displays on the World War II internment camp.  

Flowing through Missoula, Bitterroot River is the quintessential Montana outdoor expanse, complete with a mountain backdrop and tree-lined banks known for excellent rainbow trout fishing. It’s also popular for fly fishing, kayaking and canoeing in the splendor of the unspoiled Rocky Mountain air.  

Minutes from town, you can explore the Rattlesnake National Recreation Area & Wilderness, a rugged and scenic vista overlooking the Missoula Valley. Here, scenic lakes, forested ridges and mountain peaks invite you to take in the stunning beauty of nature with unparalleled views from 8,620 feet atop McLeod Peak. 

While the city is famed for the solitude found in the mountain wilderness, our downtown Missoula hotels bring the town’s vibrant art scene, award-winning restaurants and unique shopping right to your door. Stay near popular downtown destinations like A Carousel for Missoula, a beloved landmark spinning out good times for children and adults on handmade wooden ponies bejeweled in a classic carousel ride.  

Whether you’re looking for a charming chalet tucked into the snowy mountainside or a modern stay with all the creature comforts of home, we have the top hotels in Missoula to host you for the perfect stay in the middle of scenic Montana.  

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